CODEPINK is seeking a Communications Manager to help the organization reach a broader audience and shape an integrated communications strategy across all its campaigns.
CODEPINK is a women-led grassroots organization working to end U.S. wars and militarism, support peace and human rights initiatives, and redirect our tax dollars into healthcare, education, green jobs and other life-affirming programs. We actively oppose U.S. militarism, torture, the detention center at Guantanamo, weaponized and spy drones, the prosecution of whistleblowers, U.S. support for the Israeli occupation of Palestine and repressive regimes. Rooted in a network of local organizers, online supporters and generous donors, our tactics range from pressuring elected officials to street theatre, civil resistance, and directly challenging powerful decision-makers in government and corporations.
The successful candidate must be deeply committed to peace and justice, women's empowerment, and protecting human rights. They must possess excellent judgment, be adaptable to rapidly shifting programmatic developments, and eager to seize media opportunities.
The ideal candidate will be able produce compelling, high quality, detail-intensive work often on tight deadlines. Exceptionally strong writing skills and an ability to pinpoint effective messages are critical. Experience or existing relationships with related media projects and a track record of taking projects to successful completion are also highly desired.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage, cultivate, and build relations with allies and partners, as well as media outlets, and emerging new platforms
Manage Social Media campaigns and presence
Draft press releases, newsletters, op-eds, and blog posts
Produce communications assets for media and conferences (press kits, etc.)
Manage and negotiate key national speaking engagements and public engagements for the team
Work with local CODEPINKers to highlight their stories
Other communications, political, and management tasks as they arise
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be based in Washington DC or Los Angeles
At least three years of communications experience
Media relations with producers, reporters, and editors, and/or ability to build new relationships
Strong understanding of print, broadcast, and online media
Creative, entrepreneurial, and self-motivated
Sincere commitment to the CODEPINK mission
Excellent writing, proofreading, communications, and political skills
At least Bachelor's degree, preferably in public relations, political, or communications-related field
To apply, please send resume + cover letter to chelsea@codepink.org
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