Strategic Communications Manager

LaMP seeks an adaptive and motivated Strategic Communications Manager to own and lead all communications for the organization bridging strategic narrative policy substance and day-to-day execution. This role sets direction and delivers results translating mission and program work into clear credible communications that influence priority audiences and advance organizational goals. As a global organization this role will need to develop communications across multiple audiences and within specific targeted policy contexts (e.g. US UK or Germany work visa legislation).  

The team is small and works closely together with each team member taking ownership over large areas of responsibility. As such a key characteristic of the successful candidate will be the ability to proactively self-manage their spheres while working fluidly with the rest of the team. 

This role will be reporting to the Executive Director. 

The Manager Strategic Communications role includes the following responsibilities:  

• Develop and execute a multi-year communications strategy  and a messaging framework  that advances long-term organizational objectives; 

• Identify priority audiences influence pathways and channels and proactively find opportunities to raise the public profile of LaMP and its mission; 

• Translate LaMP policy positions into clear accurate and persuasive communications; 

• Partner with Program Public Affairs and Research teams to create content calendars and campaigns tailored to different platforms assisting in drafting and publishing project write-ups reports and thought leadership pieces; 

• Manage press relations social media newsletters and website content; 

• Supporting in marketing and communications of LaMPs events from advertising to follow-up; 

• Assist with ongoing capital campaign by contributing to the development of fundraising collateral (donor appeals campaign messaging and thank-you communications); and 

• Track and report on communications and engagement metrics. 

Qualifications :

• 5 years of relevant experience in a policy-oriented communications role; 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working across a global team and audience; 

• Demonstrated ability to navigate shifting political contexts across multiple geographies;  

• Strong writing and copy-editing skills; 

• Experience with WordPress Canva HootSuite or platforms like these for creating and managing content 

• English fluency Spanish French or German fluency beneficial but not required; 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; 

• Ability to work independently.  

Additional Information :

Location (Remote position): This role is open to candidates available to primarily work in these regional time zones: Americas Europe Middle East North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Compensation: We are committed to offering competitive salary and benefits packages aligned with international non-profit organizations. For this position we anticipate a salary range between USD  depending on the country of employment and individual qualifications. The following is modeled on a 40-hour work week but we will consider candidates interested in either part-time or full-time roles.

How to apply: 

If you are interested in this position and meet the qualifications above please submit a one-page cover letter resume and portfolio of past work through SmartRecruiters. We are looking to hire this role ASAP so will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis; as a result we encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience. 

LaMP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time