Director of Communications

The Associated and its Agencies•Baltimore, MD

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Communications will lead and refine the Jewish Connection Network’s communications strategy for engaging constituents, while building and implementing a more formalized communications approach for partners and community leadership. This individual will also be a key contributor to development efforts, supporting grant writing, grant reporting and community leadership communications. As a newly created position, the Director will report to the Executive Director and serve as a key member of the Senior Team, providing strategic leadership and overseeing the implementation of communication across the organization. This is a full-time, hybrid position that requires a minimum of two days per week in the office, with other occasional nights and weekends.

Requirements

5-8 years of relevant work experience with supervisory experience required.
Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.
Proven track record managing grants, marketing campaigns, media relations, and messaging strategy
Ability to work in an energized, innovative environment with high standards.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strategic thinking and brand management.
Experience with tools like media monitoring platforms, CMS, email marketing systems, and analytics dashboards
Understanding of SEO and digital performance metrics
Ability to work collaboratively and independently in an energized environment.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive Jewish community.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed, including paid holidays.

Nice To Haves

A strategic, mission-driven communications leader who proactively shapes and executes the agency’s voice, brand, and storytelling.
Energized by crafting compelling narratives, elevating impact, and building meaningful connections across diverse audiences.
Strong foundation in communications strategy, content development, marketing campaign management and grant-writing.
Experience leading cross-channel efforts, supporting high-visibility events and programs, and engaging stakeholders and volunteers.
Excited to strengthen an innovative organization’s presence and amplify the stories of community members on their diverse Jewish journeys.

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee a communications strategy to support the Agency’s evolving work with partner agencies and community leadership in Baltimore.
Administer existing content development and performance metrics for constituent communications, including social media, e-newsletters, email, website updates, and digital campaigns.
Supervise the agency’s Executive Assistant, who implements many communications tactics.
Manage a cross-functional internal team of contributors, as well as relationships with external vendors (e.g., graphic designer, web developer).
Support grant writing, grant reporting, and stewardship communications.
Craft messaging about The Jewish Connection Network and The Associated for Network events and peer engagement trainings.
Partner with the members of the marketing committee to analyze quarterly metrics and discuss new strategic directions related to brand awareness, sharing stories of impact, and increasing audience engagement.