Richard L. Duchossois Foundation

Richard L. Duchossois Foundation

Communications Manager

Chicago, IL

Sponsorship not specified$105k-$135kDetected 118 days ago
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About the role

  • The Manager will often apply a journalistic, policy, or issue-based research orientation to craft communication strategies and content that is relevant to government, academic, and nonprofit entities alike.
  • With initial emphasis on honing the Foundation's voice, this person will serve as a strategic advisor to the leadership team in addition to personally executing much of the early work across external and internal communications platforms.
  • This role oversees communications, including thought leadership content, media relations, digital channels, publications, and executive communications.

Responsibilities

  • Leverage communication as a strategic tool in Foundation grantmaking to build trust, bridge divides and help make meaningful impact possible.
  • As needed, support spokespersons as needed with preparation and coaching.
  • Build relationships with the communications leaders of the foundation's grantee partners and peer funders to ensure the Foundation is a constructive, collaborative partner on issues important to the communities served.
  • Oversee and manage the development and organization of the Foundation's communications assets and brand collateral, in collaboration with external vendors as needed, to ensure consistency, adherence, and accessibility.
  • Maintain updated external communications guidelines for all grantees and other partners and oversee approvals of external mentions and use of the RLD Foundation logo and/or organization name.
  • Strong strategic thinking, project management, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Collaborative leadership style; ability to work effectively with executives, board members, program staff, grantees, and external partners.

Requirements

  • 7 years of progressively responsible communications experience, with a strong preference for candidates with backgrounds in philanthropy, non-profits, or mission-driven organizations.
  • Proven project management experience with demonstrated collaboration skills across organizational levels and departments.
  • Ability to nuance messaging using the appropriate balance of humility, service, knowledge-sharing, and marketing/branding in a way that advances the Foundation's mission.
  • Proficiency with modern communications and marketing tools (e.g., CMS, email marketing platforms, social media management, practical AI application, basic design tools and/or oversight of creative teams).

Nice to have

  • This includes the ability to communicate about these topics in a people-first and community-centered manner.
  • Previous experience with communication in relation to issue-based research, policy, evaluation, and/or data analytics.
  • Ability to be a self-starter, take initiative, and work independently to establish the organization's initial communications framework.
  • Ability to communicate complex social, economic, or service systems with credibility and humility - translating them into clear, human-centered narratives.
  • Strong strategic thinking, project management, and organizational skills
  • Collaborative leadership style
  • Flexibility, commitment to teamwork, curiosity, and a sense of humor.
  • Capacity to work amicably in a small office with high volume of work, as well as a deep sense of responsibility and accountability.

Skills

  • Launch or refine the website, newsletter updates, and social media presence, including analytics frameworks to track reach and engagement.
  • Establish processes, tools, and guidelines for consistent, accessible, and inclusive communication across the Foundation.

Compensation

  • Using the foundation's focus on impact metrics (e.g. not the number of people reached, but rather the impact of a message on trust-building and mission-advancement), establish annual communication objectives, track progress, and report le

Benefits

  • Excellent writer and storyteller who can translate early strategy and emerging learning into clear, accessible, and nuanced messages.
  • Deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful representation of communities most affected by the RLD Foundation's focus areas.
  • Prioritize grantee and community partner-centered storytelling to support the values and vision of the RLD Foundation.

Company info

  • Priority will be given to applications received by Thursday, April 30, but applications will continue to be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  • ABOUT THE RICHARD L.
  • The Richard L.
  • Duchossois Foundation (RLD) was founded in 2022 and launched formal operations in 2024 with a deep commitment to addressing seemingly intractable social problems with imagination and passion.
  • Through strategic grantmaking, the Foundation works to improve the lives of families and veterans while cultivating entrepreneurship through data-driven and collaborative funding approaches.
  • The RLD Foundation practices rigorous, listening-centered philanthropy, striving to be a learning-focused organization that continually deepens its understanding of needs and issues within its priority areas.
  • While the Foundation's home and primary focus is the Chicago region, it may consider national efforts that align with its mission, values, and goals.
  • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and with people who hold diverse perspectives.
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