Senior Communications Manager

Location: New York

Our client, a prestigious non-profit, is seekingSenior Manager of Communicationsfor a6 to 7-month contractassignment. In this role, you'll serve as the linchpin of our Communications team, collaborating closely with every member while acting as the primary liaison for cross-departmental requests from our Development & Events team. Additionally, you'll play a pivotal role in managing various agency partners and vendors.

The ideal candidate for this role will possess a wealth of experience in client-facing positions, demonstrating a proactive attitude and a robust work ethic. You'll excel in communication and organization, effortlessly prioritizing tasks and problem-solving under tight deadlines. Being an avid consumer of various media formats, including print, web, and broadcast, is essential, as is a genuine passion for mission-driven causes.

As a team player, you'll bring a positive attitude and the creativity necessary to drive our initiatives forward while adeptly managing ongoing projects and administrative duties simultaneously.
* Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
• 4-10 years of relevant experience in media relations, either within an agency or in-house for a company or nonprofit organization, particularly those involved in large-scale events.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills; samples will be requested, along with completion of an editing test.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Proficiency in research and analytics.
• Meticulous attention to detail with proven project management skills.
• Familiarity with Cision and experience working within a CMS.
• Hands-on experience with social media platforms and associated tools.

*Pay Rate: $35-50 per hour, based on experience.Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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