Communications Manager

Bezos Earth Fund•Washington, DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bezos Earth Fund is seeking a Communications Manager to join their growing team. This person should be a seasoned communications professional who has proven experience working and developing relationships with media, securing proactive stories in online, print, broadcast and emerging press channels (i.e. Substack, podcast, social media). They should be able to think big and creatively to drive results both with or without news and have an ability to dive deep on subject matter across environmental, climate, nature and science, to become an expert in the work they’re supporting. While traditional press is a priority, this person should be well versed in all communications channels, with the ability to leverage social media, events, conferences, and other channels and venues to drive news. The Communications Manager will work end-to-end, with the ability to create a plane, drive a vision and strategy and execute – no job is too small for this person, and they should have a hands-on approach. They will be an individual contributor, however should be able to manage and work with agency partners. They’ll be part of a larger team, and must have a positive attitude, be able to collaborate and build a positive team culture. They should have experience working with senior leaders and be comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic setting. The Communications Manager should have an understanding of sustainability, environmental work and philanthropy, however direct experience in these fields are not required. They will report directly to the Chief Communications Officer.

Requirements

Bachelors degree or higher
5+ years of experience working in communications
Proven experience driving news campaigns and delivering results
Proven experience working with senior leaders including staffing, providing counsel, and developing ideas
Proven ability to think big and deliver results that shift perception and awareness for key audiences
Experience building relationships with press, influencers, or other external partners
Strong writer
Ability to work autonomously and in a team – must be a team player
Ability to work with press and reporters
Well versed in social media channel communication
Eagerness, think big, positive attitude
Organized and detail oriented
Strong relationship building skills

Nice To Haves

Understanding of sustainability, environmental work and philanthropy

Responsibilities

Build comprehensive comms plans (yearly and bespoke) to drive news across Bezos Earth Fund pillars
Execute against plans and deliver results through storytelling across press and other channels
Draft and edit documents, press releases, blog posts, talking points social media copy and more
Provide counsel and direction to senior leaders on an ongoing basis
Ability to leverage industry conferences and events for news and thought leadership, working closely with senior leaders
Ability to be proactive and work in a fast-paced environment
Perform other duties as assigned