Communications Manager

Aspire Living & Learning•Bedford, NH

1d•$80,000 - $85,000•Remote

About The Position

The Communications Manager at Aspire Living and Learning plays a crucial role in ensuring the organization's story is communicated clearly, credibly, and consistently to its service communities and partners. This remote role involves developing compelling narratives, cultivating media relationships, supporting executive communications, and identifying opportunities to enhance Aspire's visibility across its multi-state operations. The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller adept at translating complex work into human-centered narratives, collaborating effectively across teams, and shaping the organization's public image. This position reports to the Director of Marketing and supports executive leadership, media relations, and Aspire's external presence. Remote work is available to candidates located within the service area: New Hampshire, Connecticut, Vermont, Maryland, and Massachusetts.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related field.
Strong writing skills across formats, including press releases, talking points, and leadership communications.
Proven ability to translate complex or technical subject matter into clear, accessible narratives for diverse audiences.
Comfortable working independently, juggling multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills across cross-functional teams.
Satisfactory background checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience (or strong familiarity) with nonprofit, healthcare, human services, or behavioral health communications preferred.
Familiarity with multi-state media markets and regional press relationships is a plus.

Responsibilities

Translate complex operational and clinical work into compelling, human centered narratives that resonate with external audiences such as families, schools, and prospective employees.
Develop messaging frameworks, talking points, and narrative guides that keep Aspire’s story consistent across departments and channels.
Proactively identify positioning gaps and help shape external narratives before they’re defined for us.
Manage media relations, including drafting press releases, pitching stories, and responding to inquiries.
Build and maintain relationships with journalists and outlets across Aspire’s footprint, with emphasis on Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maryland.
Support thought leadership by helping identify opportunities and preparing Aspire spokespeople for interviews, panels, and speaking engagements.
Draft op-eds, bylines, and award submissions that elevate Aspire’s reputation in human services, behavioral health, and education.
Monitor emerging industry conversations and help insert Aspire’s perspective with clarity and confidence.
Partner with the marketing team to amplify Aspire’s external visibility through digital and content channels.
Draft and refine leadership messaging, all staff updates, and executive talking points aligned with Aspire’s voice and values.
Support change communication in partnership with senior leadership and People & Culture to maintain trust and transparency during periods of transition.
Serve as a communications resource for cross-functional initiatives that require timely, consistent messaging.
Participate in training and assigned skill-building opportunities as delegated by management.