Formed as an independent nonprofit in Fall of 2017, Leaders Igniting Transformation (LIT) is a youth of color led organization. LIT engages in values-based issues and electoral organizing, direct action, advocacy for public policy, and leadership development. On campuses and communities in Milwaukee's key geographies, we organize young people to build independent political power for social, racial and economic justice.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Leaders Igniting Transformation is seeking a dynamic, inspiring Communications Director to support our Communications and Culture Department. As the Communications Director, a senior leadership position is responsible for the strategic and tactical management of the organization. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Organizational Communications
Establish comprehensive communications strategy for new and ongoing campaigns and ensure consistency of messaging across all communications, all while in line with our mission, vision, values, and culture
Guide digital marketing strategies for the organization, including working with various LIT Departments to send ongoing updates to our email lists, manage social media, and update communications on our website (www.litwi.org)
Press
Creatively develop and rapidly adapt an ongoing earned media presence and strategy
Provide the support to staff in crafting op-eds, statements, and social media content in addition to promoting talking points and background information to prepare staff for media
Build and maintain key press (reporter, booker, outlet) relationships at the local, state, and national levels for the organization
Administration & Management
Collaboratively work with the Executive Director to support departmental fundraising goals
Manage the Communications and Culture Department, providing supervision, feedback, and troubleshooting challenges, to ensure their team has access to the necessary support and resources
Responsible for the development, maintenance, and security of the department budgets in addition to the development and implementation of organizational goals and departmental work plans
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Resident of Wisconsin (or willing to relocate to Wisconsin)
1-2 years as a Senior Manager or Director level position (or equivalent)
Fluent in English and Spanish (written and verbal communication)
2+ years experience in fundraising and donor relationship management
Firm understanding of non-profit management and compliance, including the difference of 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 work
Pro-Oxford comma.
ENCOURAGED EXPERIENCE
Successful record pitching press, including specific experience working with and pitching narratives that focus on communities of color and experience working with and pitching to state or local press
Experience organizing colleagues, organizations, and/or movements while centering racial justice and/or racial equity.
Background in training newcomers to communications & press, developing and executing a strategic communications plan, and supporting strategic issue campaigns
Excellent solution-oriented skills with an ability to respond quickly to changing priorities.
LOGISTICS
Locations: Milwaukee, WI preferred. Wisconsin required
Department: Communications and Culture
Reporting to: Managing Director
Compensation
Starting salary $82,000 + $250 per month wifi & wellness allowance + $100 per month cell phone allowance. Salary open to negotiation.
Benefits
Leaders Igniting Transformation offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums
HOW TO APPLY:
Please email a single PDF document of the following items to Alicia Jones at alicia.j.jones00@gmail.com, please put '[YOUR NAME]_Communication Director w/ LIT' in the subject line of the email. Items to include are:
Cover letter, explaining why you are qualified for this position and what experience makes you well-suited for this role
Resume (or CV)
Three references
Prompt: Please provide a sample email that you would send to our supports about our successful campaign to get MPD out of MPS
Please reach out to alicia.j.jones00@gmail.com with any questions.
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