Communications Manager

Planned Parenthood• FL, US, FL

66d•$0 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Planned Parenthood of Florida is seeking a strategic Communications Manager to join its Communications, Brand and Marketing team. The role builds relationships with journalists, uses storytelling to center patients and supporters, and helps employees feel informed, connected, and engaged. The Communications Manager develops and delivers internal and external communications, supports organizational announcements and periods of change, advances access to health care, and amplifies the voices of the communities served. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid remote/Florida position. Candidates must reside in Florida and be able to travel within the state. Evening and weekend availability may be required. The position supports Planned Parenthood of Florida’s mission to provide exceptional sexual and reproductive health care, including abortion, through education, advocacy, and clinical services. The organization emphasizes respect, caring, support, effective communication, teamwork, collaboration, accountability, and responsibility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience in communications, media relations, or advocacy.
Strong understanding of reproductive health issues, advocacy, and Florida’s health care and political landscape.
Excellent research, writing, editing, and presentation skills tailored to diverse audiences.
Proven success developing media relationships, managing rapid response, and placing stories.
Proficiency in media relations and public relations platforms, including Cision, for press release distribution, media monitoring, coverage analysis, and measuring brand visibility and impact.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications for project coordination and tracking, content development, newsletter production, and communications copy editing.
Skill with Canva and other design tools to create engaging print and digital materials that support brand consistency and audience engagement.
Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines under pressure.
Proactive, creative, self-motivated, and highly organized, with comfort working in a fast-paced environment with deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to inclusive and respectful communications.
Must reside in Florida and be able to travel within the state.
May require evening and weekend availability.
Adherence to 501(c)(3) communications guidelines.
Commitment to confidentiality and discretion regarding sensitive information.
Strong commitment to the organization’s mission and values.
Ability to relate to and care for diverse populations and communities.
Conscientious and cooperative, willing to adapt, and able to work to the best of one’s ability.
Careful, thorough, and accurate with details; stable and dependable; friendly and pleasant in demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in mission-driven, policy-focused, or advocacy organizations.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver rapid-response internal and external communications in high-pressure situations.
Draft and manage internal communications, including newsletters, updates, and leadership announcements.
Collaborate on the production of internal reports and trainings.
Gather staff input and feedback and shape internal messaging.
Develop and execute strategies to promote employee engagement and organizational transparency.
Facilitate cross-department meetings.
Serve as a spokesperson, field media inquiries, develop responses, and prepare talking points for spokespeople.
Pitch stories to media outlets to elevate the organization’s mission.
Write and distribute press materials, including releases, op-eds, letters to the editor, and digital content.
Organize press events and briefings and build and maintain relationships with reporters and editors.
Monitor media coverage, current events, and trends and provide timely updates to leadership and staff.
Collaborate with colleagues and departments on communication strategies for community engagement and public education, including outreach to diverse and multilingual populations.
Create blog content about the organization’s services and sexual and reproductive health topics and issues.
Support fundraising and advocacy events with messaging, materials, and logistical coordination as needed.
Organize meetings, prepare reports, and coordinate vendor or stakeholder communications.
Ensure brand consistency across platforms and communications.
Monitor communications trends and suggest improvements to enhance effectiveness.
Support team operations through task management and cross-functional collaboration.