[Hiring] Communications Manager @Society of American Foresters

Role Description

The Communications Manager supports the execution of the communications strategy while supporting and advancing the mission of SAF through the creation of compelling content, brand marketing, and social media engagement. They are, for all intents and purposes, the digital face and personality of SAF, #forestproud, and the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.

Roles and responsibilities of this position include:

• Act as a central liaison for communications and marketing team to align project efforts with organizational campaigns and marketing initiatives.
• Track and manage project progress in Microsoft Planner to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery, in coordination with supervisor.
• Lead project management efforts by coordinating with the team and other departments to develop, execute, and oversee comprehensive campaign briefs, timelines, and deliverables.
• Provide creative graphic design assets to enhance social media initiatives and organizational campaigns.
• Create and edit engaging video and motion graphics content to support a variety of departments and programs.
• Design, update, and maintain website content for various SAF brands, adhering to the style guide.
• Set, plan, and implement social media and communication campaigns and strategies for all organization brands, including SAF, #forestproud, and US Capitol Christmas Tree.
• Work with Chief Strategy Officer/Development Manager to manage and lead internal communications strategies for the organization.
• Strategically amplify, monitor, and engage with social media content of partners and sector leaders to grow SAF’s presence and following.
• Stay up to date with digital marketing trends and best practices and make recommendations for the department as needed to maintain best industry practices.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the annual Outreach Team Workplan.
• Contribute to and help maintain organization-wide communications and content calendar.
• Develop, monitor, and report (monthly) on communications key performance indicators (KPIs) including, but not limited to, reach, engagement, and impressions.
• Maintain and strengthen brand standards, ensuring all communications adhere to organizational style and brand guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, forestry, or relevant field.
• Previous experience as a communications professional for a small business, university, nonprofit, or association.
• 2-4 years of hands-on experience creating and managing digital assets, channels, and content calendars.
• Advanced in Windows-based applications (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite applications for graphic design and video editing.
• Experience with Google Analytics, social media management platforms (e.g. Hootsuite), and digital ads management.
• Top-notch verbal, writing, and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and keen creative vision.
• Self-motivated with proven ability to work both independently and contribute as a team member.
• Excellent customer service ethics; experience in cultivating internal and external collaborative relationships.
• Ability to communicate complex issues in an easily understood and impactful way.
• Exceptional time management skills and ability to handle multiple deadlines at once.
• Ability to travel occasionally to events and conferences.

Preferred Education / Skills

• Experience with a content management system is a plus.
• Knowledge and passion for forests and natural resources are a plus.

Salary

$65,000-70,000 annually

Reasonable Accommodation

SAF will provide reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified individual with a disability unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the operation of the business. Telecommuting on an ad hoc basis is available following 90 days of successful employment.

EEO Statement

SAF provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identification or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SAF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.