Communications & Stakeholder Manager

At Catapult we are supporting our member the NC Chamber in their search for a Communications and Stakeholder Manager. This is a full time hybrid role in Raleigh NC.

About the NC Chamber:

The NC Chamber is the leading business advocacy organization in North Carolina working in the legislative regulatory and political arenas to proactively drive positive change ensuring that North Carolina is one of the best places in the world to do business.

Summary:

The Communications and Stakeholder Manager will serve as a key contributor to the NC Chambers external engagement and communication efforts with primary responsibility for leading and executing the organizations Federation communications and engagement strategy. This role will both manage existing communications efforts and help strengthen refine and expand the overall approach to statewide alignment. The position will also manage communications and marketing for Carolina HealthWorks. This role will build and maintain strong relationships with local chambers across North Carolina ensuring message alignment and providing day-to-day support that strengthens the Federation.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer who can also support select Government Affairs and Foundation communications contributing to advocacy materials member updates research communications and other content that advances organizational priorities. This individual is proactive collaborative and thrives in a fast-paced environment where relationship-building clarity of communication and strategic execution are essential.

Responsibilities:

Federation Communications and Engagement

• Manage implement and continually refine the NC Chambers Federation communications and engagement strategy.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen statewide alignment proposing improvements and new approaches to deepen local chamber engagement.
• Develop and distribute consistent on-brand content for Federation partners including updates toolkits and messaging resources.
• Support the creation of scalable communication systems that increase efficiency and strengthen statewide alignment and engagement.
• Serve as the day-to-day liaison to local chambers cultivating strong relationships and providing timely communication support.
• Support local chambers in amplifying NC Chamber priorities research and initiatives through tailored messaging and materials.

Carolina HealthWorks Communications

• Engage with the multi-organizational Carolina HealthWorks team to manage communications and marketing for Carolina HealthWorks ensuring clear accessible messaging for chambers small businesses and additional key audiences.
• Develop written materials marketing assets and partner resources that strengthen understanding and adoption of Carolina HealthWorks.
• Coordinate internal and external communications related to program updates milestones and outreach campaigns.

Content Development and Writing Support

• Provide writing and editing support to the Government Affairs team including select advocacy materials talking points and legislative updates.
• Write and edit content in accordance with AP Style to ensure clarity accuracy and consistency across all communications.
• Collaborate with the external affairs team to ensure integrated messaging across major initiatives and campaigns.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with event-related communication and planning needs including talking points scripts partner outreach and onsite event support.
• Track and report engagement and partner feedback to inform ongoing strategy and strengthen statewide relationships.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience Education & Skills:

• Bachelors degree and five to seven years of experience in a communications marketing or community relations role required.
• Familiarity with AP Style writing and experience with design tools such as Canva preferred.
• Excellent writing skills with a commitment to crafting a strong message.
• Creative and agile in suggesting and implementing new strategies as well as abandoning existing practices that are no longer working.
• Attention to detail that does not get in the way of productivity.
• Marketing and social media savvy.
• Quick study.
• Enjoys working in a team.
• Inquisitive with the ability to process new information.
• Familiarity with North Carolinas business landscape and/or a basic understanding of the states legislative process with interest in learning more.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple partner relationships with diplomacy discretion and professionalism.
• Exceptional listening and facilitation skills to support productive dialogue and problem-solving among diverse stakeholders.

Travel:

• Travel required for meetings or events within NC a few times a year; typically no more than one night at a time.

To Apply:

Submit an application along with:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Portfolio link on resume or a writing sample

EOE

Required Experience:

Manager