Communications Manager
2 days ago
Chicago
Job DescriptionSalary: $78,374 -$96,758 Reports to: Director of Advocacy and Communications Supervises: none currently Status: Full-time, minimum of 32 hours per week, exempt. This position is a union position and has an exclusive bargaining representative. Date revised: January 2026 Organization Description The mission of the Chicago Abortion Fund is to advance reproductive autonomy and justice for everyone by providing financial, logistical, and emotional support to people seeking abortion services and by building collective power and fostering partnerships for political and cultural change. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom and autonomy to create lives, families, and communities that are healthy, safe, thriving and where the full range of reproductive choices, including abortion, are accessible and affirmed. Position Description The Communications Manager reports to the Director of Advocacy and Communications and is tasked with crafting compelling content in CAF's voice across a wide range of channels, including social media, general and donor communications, and internal and external communications. In addition, they will promote CAF's messaging through media and digital content, ensuring that our mission is heard loud and clear. The Communications Manager is a key part of the Advocacy and Development teams and is responsible for supporting the work of both departments. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing skills, social media marketing experience, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Compensation & Benefits • Salary range: $78,374 -$96,758 (based on experience and qualifications)., • All full-time employees are eligible for the full benefits package including:, • 401K with up to 5% employer match., • Unlimited paid time off, including a mandatory four weeks off., • Paid parental leave., • 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision) with 50% dependent coverage., • Observance of federal holidays. Work Schedule & Location • A full-time work week is a minimum of 32 hours over four days., • Illinois residence is required. Relocation fees are not provided by CAF., • Hybrid schedule: minimum two days in the office per week (West Loop, Chicago). Essential Job Functions Communications (70%) • Oversee consistent messaging and branding of all CAF communications, • Lead design of all publications and visual media (Canva, Adobe), • Implement social strategies, content creation and posting -- posts, videos, and graphics across all current social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter), • Ensure that communications systems, practices, and content are in alignment with CAFs mission, vision, and values, • Manage website updates, content, and functionality; monitor site traffic, trends, and performance, • Manage the production and dissemination of CAFs newsletters; coordinate and edit all other action alerts and email blasts, • Manage production of factsheets for internal and external use; manage external messaging documents and toolkits, • Direct the development and growth of relationships with local media partners and outlets, • Serve as lead writer of press releases; distribute press releases; coordinate with partner organizations when applicable, • Support in drafting remarks for staff members, • Create communications toolkits for partners/public use, • Train and support CAF staff, volunteers, and community members in building storytelling skills to publicly share CAFs organizational story, as well as any related personal stories, • Serve as lead communications support for community events, rallies, etc., • Responsibilities can include: live streaming content, live tweeting, capturing photos and videos for later usage, • Monitor earned media, coverage, and trends in the field, • Document, evaluate and analyze metrics of CAFs communications strategies including social media and digital campaigns, • Manage CAFs communications calendar, • Develop and manage an image and video library, • Attend meetings relevant to the Communications, Advocacy and Development departments, • Support team with execution of other key projects and strategies as they relate to broader communications needs and organizational strategy, • Every Action Support, • Maintain social media tracking on all activists forms and landing pages, • Format email templates for fundraising emails, • Create and maintain EveryActions forms, calls to action, advocacy campaigns, events, and other EveryAction tools for programming and communication staff, • Create and maintain EveryAction automations to properly enforce member status, activist codes, business rules, engagement scoring, and reporting, • Support with developing new campaigns, automation, member journeys, templates, landing pages, segmentation based on Activist Codes, SMS, and other EveryAction communications, • Participate in reproductive justice movement-building initiatives such as coalition meetings, rallies, lobby days, and community partner events as appropriate, • Works pro-actively and in good faith to support and strengthen the overall stability and effectiveness of the organization, • Co-create and maintain a culture that fosters deep collaboration, trust, and coordination across functional organizational areas, • Maintains a collaborative, positive, professional and friendly approach to working with supervisor, other staff, grantees, and external stakeholders, • Actively participate in required convenings, summits, retreats, and staff meetings, and participate in required staff communications, • Update professional knowledge by participating in educational opportunities approved by CAF, maintaining networks, and participating in professional organizations as relevant to the role, • Support and participate in coalition work, as assigned by supervisor, • 3 years of related work experience and demonstrated success in creating, managing, and developing engaging content for websites, social media, press campaigns and email campaigns in a nonprofit or related setting, • Skilled storyteller with experience creating strategic narratives for press, donors, and directly impacted audiences, • Commitment to reproductive justice and abortion access for all people, • Knowledge of intersectionality and the impact that privilege and oppression can have on peoples ability to access abortion, • Demonstrated ability to work independently and juggle multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously; excellent time management and project management, • Attention to accuracy and detail, strong organizational skills and follow-through, • Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to tell compelling stories and distill complex topics into effective, understandable messages that inform and engage targeted audiences, • Experience coordinating and inspiring people to shape and share their stories, as well as speak on behalf of organizations, • Specific knowledge of best communication practices regarding abortion access and reproductive justice, • Knowledge of the latest advances in effective use of digital and social media for effective communication, including for online communities, • Strong graphic design skills; mobile or traditional video or photography experience is a plus, • Ability to gather and analyze statistical data and generate reports, • Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; strong interpersonal and communication skills, • Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing needs and environments, • Experience with confidential information management; ability to work in sensitive situations with utmost discretion, • Standard office equipment use required (computers, scanners)., • Frequent sitting and virtual communications (email, video conferencing)., • Some off-site work may be required; accessibility will be prioritized., • Evening and weekend work may occasionally be required., • Must be able to conduct business in English; however, fluency in languages other than English is a plus. Spanish pay differential available for qualified candidates., • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Equality CAF is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an equitable workplace where all staff are valued. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, immigrants, and others underrepresented in our field. Disclaimer This position is supported through grant and donation funding. Continuation of employment is contingent upon the renewal of that funding. The organization remains committed to pursuing ongoing resources to sustain this role and will provide timely communication regarding any changes.