Senior Communications Manager

About Audubon

The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based community-driven impact dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planets health acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative bipartisan approach across habitats borders and the political spectrum Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at and Instagram @audubonsociety.

Position Summary:

The Senior Communications Manager is a strategic thinker and agile communicator energized by the unexpected and passion to address critical conservation goals. The Senior Communications Manager will be vital in raising awareness of and building a constituency for priorities across Audubons Delta region (Arkansas Mississippi and Louisiana). The Senior Communications Manager will be lead communications efforts driving strategy generating ideas and proposing new ways to reach new and existing audiences. This position will lead the development and implementation of an integrated communications strategy working with staff and partners in the region and across the organization. The Senior Communications Manager will engage in community conservation and policy communications and work with various teams across the organization. This is one of the most dynamic roles in the region helping develop and shape conversations.

The Senior Manager coaches program staff to develop and deliver quality materials and generate social and digital media to support strategies to publicize community policy and conservation goals. They will report to the Vice President Delta.

This position is classified as hybrid preferred but we will also consider remote candidates within the Delta region in accordance with Audubons Where We Work Policy. Hybrid employees are expected to work in an Audubon office every Monday and Tuesday and an additional two days each month of the employees choosing. Hybrid candidates should be located within commuting distance of one of Audubons offices which includes New Orleans.

Compensation:

$88839 - $95000 / year

Essential Functions:

• Develop and leverage internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of community conservation and policy goals by leading key outreach and informational initiatives.

• Generate and execute ideas for improving engagement increasing membership converting members to email lists and advocates etc. and working with engagement staff on using paid advertising and other tools and potentially additional channels for increased communication and outreach.

• Develop advocacy-driven communication campaigns with measurable goals and outcomes for Audubon Delta priorities deliverables and objectives.

• Working with community and policy colleagues developing messaging frameworks reports fact sheets GIS StoryMaps and talking points for crucial policy initiatives and strategic priorities.

• Draw upon various communication tools to produce content including designing and producing written audio visual and multimedia content and stories.

• Lead or support the development of press releases editorials media pitches Action Alerts and talking points that publicize and support Audubon Deltas mission and goals.

• Create PowerPoint presentations.

• Work with Delta staff to manage the organizations website social media strategy and implementation and content.

• Track communications goals and outcomes and prepare summaries of communications activities for grant reports.

• Supervise communications interns.

• Maintains and fosters culture of safety.

• Other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in journalism communications marketing or a closely related field required.

• Minimum of 7 years of field experience in communications marketing policy or government relations.

• Experience developing and implementing communication plans and strategies.

• Strong writing editing and proofreading skills with demonstrated experience writing articles for newsletters marketing literature social media and public relations materials. Ability to write well quickly and under pressure.

• Digital communications experience including social media engagement and website updating.

• Experience pitching and developing strong relationships with traditional and new media using online communications tools to enhance and amplify an organizations core messages.

• Superior communication and interpersonal skills are a must.

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects on time and within budget.

• Exceptional storytelling and creative thinking

• Ability at making complex subjects easily understood through words and various audiences.

• A self-starter with a proactive approach to assignments one with the ability to work independently and as part of a team solve problems with limited supervision prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

• A flexible approach to work willing to travel as needed and participate in programs/events occurring after typical business hours (most programs/events would be planned in advance and with notice).

• Strong commitment to conservation climate solutions and the mission of the National Audubon Society.

• Commitment to Audubons organizational values of care collaboration change integrity impact and innovation.

• Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.

National Audubon Society Competencies: This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies.

Fostering Relationships: Build trust mutual respect and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment.

Analytical Thinking: Recognize and value diverse perspectives and experiences in data analysis to foster a more comprehensive and equitable approach to problem-solving.

Creativity and Innovation: Leverage creativity and imagination to generate new insights and solutions while embracing diverse ideas and approaches that foster innovation.

Facilitating Change: Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity equity accessibility and belonging in the change process.

EEO Statement

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