Program Manager, Communications

Program Manager, Communications

Organizational Overview

Southface Institute, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, is leading the way toward a sustainable, equitable and healthy built environment for all. Since 1978, our programs have closed the gap between environmental awareness and action by promoting scalable resource efficiency and clean energy solutions for homes, workplaces and communities. Our practice of regenerative placemaking amplifies real-world strategies to create a built environment where the synergy between ecological and human needs supports both health and well-being while creating resilient, equitable and thriving communities, striving to achieve a low-carbon future.

Position Overview

The Communications Program Manager provides external and internal communications support for the organization, collaborating with a creative team and key Southface staff to maintain and enhance the brand identity of Southface and its signature programs. The Communications Program Manager also works closely with the Development Team, assisting in the development, integration and implementation of communication strategies and tools to drive and enhance sponsor and member relations. This role reports to the Chief Officer, Finance + Operations.

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and manage the corporate and media communications strategy.
• Provide support for ongoing media, sponsor, client and member relations, including media reporting and maintenance of media contact lists.
• Manage and assist in the writing and editing and distribution of press releases, bylined articles, white papers, promotional materials, proposals and reports.
• Manage and assist in content development and production for web Journal, email newsletter, social media and other electronic communications or appeals.
• Assist with content strategy, development and maintenance for Southface websites.
• Manage production traffic between all Southface programs and teams.
• Assist Southface Development and Events Team, including deadlines and content for promotional materials.
• Implement 2 to 3 annual individual and corporate membership campaigns.
• Direct and manage Communications Team members and staff, completing program deliverables within team and organizational deadlines.

Qualifications

The successful applicant for the position will meet the following requirements:

• 5+ years' project and/or administrative experience in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, New Media or Advertising.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a team with competing priorities. 
• Agency experience is a plus, but not required.
• Excellent skills in written and verbal communication, as well as art direction.
• Superior project management as well as time management skills.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media.
• Problem solving ability with an attention to detail.
• Computer literacy in MS Office and desktop publishing applications.
• Experience with a membership organization a plus.
• Understanding of the sustainability movement, building science and/or community development a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in responding to staff, the media and the general public in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.
• Ability to listen to and interact with a diverse group of people.
• Experience in data management and reporting.
• Collaborative and positive team-building demeanor.

Physical Requirements

Normal office setting.

Benefits

Southface offers competitive health and benefits:

• Salary commensurate with experience
• 15 days of Paid Time Off annually (prorated in your first year)
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Excellent medical insurance benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Continuing education and professional development
• Flexible work schedule
• Organizational culture that highly values the contributions and character of its employees

Hours of Work

Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM'5:30PM, with flexible options. Occasional weekend or evening hours. 

Pre-employment background checks are conducted on all final candidates.

Southface is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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