Communications Manager

We are looking to add a talented and dedicated Communications Manager to join our team.

This position leads ELC’s internal and external communications efforts, ensuring consistent, engaging, and mission-focused messaging that strengthens community awareness and stakeholder engagement across our seven-county service region. The Communications Manager oversees media relations, public awareness campaigns, stakeholder communications, and the development of graphic and digital content to enhance ELC’s visibility, strengthen our brand, and showcase the impact of our programs and services on children and families.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required
• At least three (3) years of successful business writing experience (i.e., press releases, presentation materials, reports, newsletters, etc.) required
• Website maintenance, specifically Word Press, preferred
• Video and photography skills, preferred
• An understanding of child care programs, early childhood education, social service issues, community action programs, and serving low-income communities

• Strong leadership skills coupled with the composure require to perform under pressure
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, organization and attention to detail skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (365) products, web-based programs, and databases
• Ability to adapt readily to change and be available as needed
• Ability to apply knowledge and understanding of rules, regulations and ELC policies, procedures, and practices
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including providing technical programmatic information to nontechnical audience
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the seven-county area, as needed
• Ability to manage multiple projects, follow-through and meet deadlines
• Must exhibit a positive attitude and be an example to others in problem-solving, teamwork, interpersonal relationships, and commitment to the organization’s mission and vision

• Seek new, innovative, and creative strategies to increase internal and external awareness of key campaigns and changes in the organization including the launch of new projects, special events, and other topics of interest that promote and positively represent the organization
• Collaborates with the CEO and COO to plan the communications strategy and growth plans for the organization
• Design and implement communications campaigns, including graphic and digital designs to target specific audiences
• Analyze campaign performance and engagement metrics to inform recommendations and strategies for future programs and initiatives
• Track the performance of communication strategies implemented and come up with timely modifications to facilitate desired outcomes
• Develop relationships with media partners to include media relations and pitching story ideas
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for a communication plan on behalf of the ELC that represents, promotes, and supports the mission and vision throughout our seven-county service area
• Develop, oversee, and direct from concept to completion the brand standards for the organization including but not limited to the development of an array of digital and/or print promotional and communication materials.
• Oversee the functionality of the website, evaluate, and manage performance, facilitate hosting and server management, and develop, maintain, and update/build website content.
• Draft and present proposals for special communications and promotional initiatives, and develop speeches, presentations, and messaging materials for leadership and Board officers from concept through final delivery
• Plan, prepare, and distribute original promotional…