Communications Specialist – Remote at NIWRC

Organization: National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC)
Position: Communications Specialist
Department: Communications
Location: Fully Remote (United States; nationwide travel required)
Salary Range: $65,000–$79,800
Experience

Required:

3–5 years
Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
Employment Type: Full-Time
Final date to receive applications: Not specified in the provided announcement
Application Email: careers

The National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center, Inc. (NIWRC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring Tribal sovereignty and promoting the safety of Native women and communities.

The organization provides technical assistance, policy development, systems engagement, training materials, resource information, and guidance informed by evaluation and research. Its work addresses violence against American Indian, Alaska Native (AI/AN), and Native Hawaiian women, as well as related intersecting issues.

NIWRC’s mission is to provide national leadership in promoting safety for Native women and communities by supporting culturally grounded grassroots advocacy.

The organization is an equal opportunity employer. American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians are encouraged to apply.

NIWRC is seeking a Communications Specialist to support the implementation of its strategic communications activities. The successful candidate will create clear, engaging, culturally grounded, and visually compelling content for digital and print platforms.

Working closely with the Director of Communications and Development, the Communications Specialist will help translate the organization’s programmes, resources, and advocacy work into accessible communications materials that support education, outreach, and public engagement.

The position covers content writing and editing, social media management, website updates, email newsletters, publications, digital storytelling, and communications performance reporting.

Although the role is fully remote, it requires extensive nationwide travel. Applicants should consider this travel requirement when assessing whether the position fits their circumstances.

The Communications Specialist will support the Director of Communications and Development in implementing NIWRC’s Strategic Communications Plan.

Responsibilities include:

• Writing, editing, proofreading, and formatting promotional materials, articles, and publications.
• Supporting the production of the Restoration of Native Sovereignty and Safety for Native Women magazine and annual reports.
• Developing content that communicates the organization’s mission, programmes, resources, and advocacy priorities.
• Ensuring communications materials are accurate, clear, consistent, and ready for publication.
• Researching communications best practices and sharing relevant findings with colleagues.
• Responding to requests for information promptly and professionally.

The successful candidate will manage NIWRC’s social media platforms and online presence to support audience engagement and organizational visibility.

Duties include:

• Creating, scheduling, and publishing social media content.
• Engaging with online audiences and supporting community interaction.
• Tracking social media performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Maintaining the organization’s online presence and ensuring consistent messaging across platforms.
• Developing content that supports campaigns, advocacy, education, and outreach.

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