Communications Manager
1 day ago
Washington
Job Description Reports to: Executive Director Location: Washington, DC metropolitan region [Hybrid/Remote] Employment Type: Full-time | Exempt About the Organization Housing& is a nonprofit membership association serving as a catalyst for change where housing, health, and economic opportunity converge. Serving over 500 members across 30+ jurisdictions in Greater Washington, Baltimore, and Richmond, Housing& brings together public, private, and nonprofit leaders to accelerate the production and preservation of affordable housing. Through research, advocacy, training, and collaboration, Housing& advances housing solutions that strengthen communities and expand opportunity for all. Position Summary The Communications Manager plays a critical role in driving the organization’s voice, visibility, and influence across platforms. This position will support and lead strategic communications efforts that advance organizational, policy, advocacy, and programmatic goals. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, strong writer, and storyteller who understands the power of narrative to shape public will, influence decision-makers, and build movements. You’ll collaborate across teams to develop messaging, shape public campaigns, and ensure alignment in how we engage stakeholders—from grassroots partners to national media outlets. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Communications & Messaging • Champion the Housing& brand through strategic messaging and storytelling that communicatesour identity as more than a housing organization — but one that recognizes housing as thefoundation for health, education, and economic mobility, • Ensure consistency across all platforms and materials to reinforce our cross-sector relevance andregional leadership, • Develop and implement communications strategies that support external communications, policy,advocacy, and programmatic campaigns, • Craft messaging that bridges technical content and compelling storytelling for multiple audiences, • Draft and edit a variety of content including policy explainers, press releases, op-eds, talking points, newsletters, social media, and web content, • Translate complex housing and economic data into accessible, equity-centered narratives, • Lead or support the production of thought leadership content, reports, and event materials, • Draft scripts and talking points for special events and programs, ensuring alignment with organizational voice and goals, • Cultivate relationships with reporters, editors, and influencers in housing, policy, and community development, • Manage media outreach, monitor coverage, and maintain press lists, • Manage and grow our presence across digital platforms (website, social media, email) with a strong, consistent brand voice, • Create or coordinate multimedia content (graphics, videos, audiograms) in collaboration with designers and vendors, • Coordinate communications with members, coalitions, funders, and elected officials, • Support cross-functional initiatives to align internal messaging and external campaigns, • Prepare leadership and staff for speaking engagements, public testimony, and media interviews, • 4–6 years of professional experience in communications, journalism, or public affairs (nonprofit or advocacy experience strongly preferred), • Demonstrated success translating policy and programmatic work into compelling content, • Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a strong grasp of voice, tone, and framing, • Deep understanding of racial, housing, and economic justice narratives, • Familiarity with affordable housing, community development, and/or systems change work, • Proficiency in social media strategy, email platforms (e.g., Constant Contact), CMS (e.g., WordPress), and CRM (e.g. Salesforce) tools, • Experience with Canva, Adobe Suite, or other design/video tools a plus, • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across diverse teams and partners, • Salary Range: $55,000 - $70,000, • Housing& has a robust benefits package that includes employer-funded healthcare, life insurance, retirement, and vacation. Professional development and wellness resources also available., • Internet and travel expenses (metro, parking) reimbursed monthly.