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Economic Mobility Pathways - EMPath · 4 hours ago

Communications and Public Relations Manager

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$70K/yr - $70K/yr

4+ years exp

Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) is a 200-year Boston-based nonprofit that transforms lives by partnering with families to move out of poverty. The Communications and Public Relations Manager will implement EMPath’s communications strategies, focusing on storytelling, media engagement, and digital communications to elevate the organization's reputation and promote its programs.

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Responsibilities

Research, write, and edit compelling content for digital, print, and social platforms—including participant stories, press releases, newsletters and reports

Collaborate across EMPath teams to identify and tell stories that highlight EMPath impact and mission

Ensure all content reflects EMPath’s voice, brand identity, and messaging framework, emphasizing equity and dignity

Support the creation of multimedia content (videos, graphics, photo essays) that deepens engagement and brings data and stories to life

Support the Senior Director of Communications in executing proactive media strategies through press outreach and relationship-building with journalists

Draft press materials, coordinate interviews, and track media coverage

Prepare briefing materials for spokes people, and support media interview logistics

Respond to media inquiries and support crisis communications as needed

Develop and implement social media calendars, campaigns, and engagement strategies that drive awareness and action

Assist with day-to-day updates to EMPath’s website and social media channels, ensuring content is timely , relevant, and aligned with organizational priorities

Use analytics to evaluate impact and refine strategy

Support communications and marketing efforts for program recruitment and promotion, EMPath events, and fundraising initiatives

Collaborate with Advancement and Program teams to produce materials such as annual reports, campaign collateral, and event messaging

Help ensure a strong communications presence before, during, and after key events through media outreach, live coverage, and post-event storytelling

Uphold brand integrity by ensuring consistent messaging and visual elements across materials

Contribute to internal communications that help staff stay informed and connected

Manage project timelines, deliverables, and vendor relationships

Maintain media lists, photo libraries, analytics dashboards, and content archives

Qualification

Media relationsDigital communicationsContent developmentSocial media strategyProject managementCollaborationStorytellingWriting skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field

4–6 years of professional experience in communications, PR, or media relations—preferably within a nonprofit or mission-driven organization

Proven ability to craft compelling narratives and materials that inspire

Experience managing media outreach and securing coverage

Strong understanding of digital communications, including social media, website management, and analytics

Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills with exceptional attention to detail

Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines

Collaborative and proactive work style, comfortable working across teams and departments

Benefits

Retirement planning

Healthcare coverage

Professional development

Internal trainings

Tuition assistance

Company

Economic Mobility Pathways - EMPath

Our mission: EMPath transforms people’s lives by helping them move out of poverty and provides other institutions with the tools to systematically do the same.

Founded in 2006

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

51-200 employees