The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights · 7 hours ago
Sr. Communications Associate
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $103K/yr
5+ years expThe Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights is a prominent organization dedicated to promoting and protecting civil and human rights in America. They are seeking a Sr. Communications Associate to manage communications efforts, create content for various media, and support advocacy campaigns.
AdvocacyPublic Relations
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 coalition communications lists. Quality control and distributing basic communications materials, including news releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, newsletter content, statements, and other press materials
Conduct research to stay updated on industry trends and best practices, collaborating with staff members to gather information for different projects
Supporting event planning for internal and external media events and briefings
Monitor and compile clippings of daily media coverage and hearings to report media coverage to the team
Provide operational support and administrative duties for the department, such as preparing regular reports/trackers, maintaining online file databases, scheduling meetings, compiling notes, developing presentations, processing invoices, and supporting the VP, Communications in managing budgets
Perform other duties as necessary and related
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 5 years of political communications experience is required, familiarity with the news industry, and news cycle is a plus, and nonprofits is preferred
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience
Experience with communication tools, including but not limited to Meltwater, MuckRack, Asana, Salesforce, Hootsuite, and AI tools
Proven commitment to civil and human rights with a passion for the issues represented by The Leadership Conference
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
Benefits
Generous paid time off, including fifteen (15) federal holidays, as well as biweekly organization-specific holidays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Transit benefits
Professional development assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Company
The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights
The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights is a diverse coalition of more than 240 organizations representing the majority of America.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Chris Canning
Chief Operating Officer
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