Sr. Communications Associate

Leadership Conference Education Fund • Washington, DC

97d • $81,216 - $99,834

About The Position

We are seeking a Sr. Communications Associate to join our Communications department. The ideal candidate is passionate about civil and human rights and will have extensive experience writing and editing print and digital media content for advocacy communication campaigns and issues that drive The Leadership Conference’s mission. This position will report to the VP, Communications and is part of the collective bargaining unit.

Requirements

• Proven commitment to civil and human rights with a passion for the issues represented by The Leadership Conference
• Minimum of 5 years political communications experience, familiarity with the news industry and news cycle a plus
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a communications department, familiarity with Meltwater, MuckRack, Asana, Salesforce, Hootsuite, and AI tools a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail, familiarity with AP Style is a plus
• Ability to prioritize and manage time. Comfortable asking questions and adopting a proactive, client-oriented approach. Self-directed to take action and resolve issues
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal skills and collegial working style

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for email inquiries from journalists, stakeholders and the public
• Assist with creating social media content and monitoring discussion on social media posts
• Create and maintain press lists and coalitions communications lists
• Conduct research to stay updated on industry trends and best practices collaborating with team members to gather information for different projects
• Supporting event planning for internal and external media events and briefings
• Quality control and distributing basic communications materials including news releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, newsletter content, statements and other press materials
• Monitor and compile clippings of daily media coverage and hearings to report media coverage to the team
• Providing operational support and administrative duties for department such as preparing regular reports/trackers, maintaining online file databases, scheduling meetings, compiling notes, developing presentations, and processing invoices and supporting the VP, Communications in managing budgets
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous personal leave and vacation time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Retirement savings account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level