National Communications Manager

About Us:  All Voting is Local is a multistate, nonpartisan organization that fights against state and local voting policies that silence voters of color and other historically marginalized communities – not just in election years, but every year. We are on the ground in eight states (Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin) building bridges with election officials who want to expand access to the ballot – and pushing back on those who don’t. We work with partners to advance fair, inclusive rules on voter registration, to remove barriers that make it more difficult for people to vote, and to ensure every vote counts.

Position Summary:

The National Communications Manager will be a core member of the organization’s Communications team. The role will focus on implementing and driving strategic national public relations and communications programs including media relations, writing, and external communications. The National Communications Manager will help national communications for All Voting is Local and All Voting is Local Action.

 
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with the Press Secretary & Sr. Director for National Media Strategy to develop, draft, review, and refine key materials, including Executive Director and senior leadership communications (e.g. emails, talking points) for media briefs, video shoots, and media tours.
• Work with Digital Manager to sculpt national digital strategy and manage the execution of the Executive Director’s and other All Voting leaders’ social media profiles, including editorial planning and content development.
• Executes national communications and executive communications campaigns. 
• Works with the development team to draft funder materials, including but not limited to donor emails, factsheets, and proposals.
• Provide communications guidance and support from a national lens across departments to ensure a cohesive, singular, and consistent voice that is representative of All Voting. Serve as the primary writer for all national and cross-state external communications including but not limited to emails, social media content, newsletter copy, blogs, op-eds, fundraising and donor-facing materials, and press statements. 
• Works with the Press Secretary & Sr. Director for National Media Strategy to develop and coordinate news conferences and media events, when appropriate. 
• Monitor and analyze national and cross-state news coverage through online media, press clippings, etc. 
• Develop and maintain strong media relationships with national outlets. 
• Other related duties and projects as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing 
• 5-7 years of relevant communications and/or public relations experience including direct experience engaging with media; has established and sustained positive media relationships at a national level.
• 2+ years of experience working in a communications capacity with national non-profits or NGOs. 
• Proven success in the ability to understand multiple and diverse audiences to develop content focused on their specific needs and interests. 
• An excellent writer who can quickly learn and adapt to All Voting and the Executive Director’s writing style and voice.
• Experienced storyteller and is able to connect the dots across different mediums and messaging to ensure a cohesive and singular brand voice; proven ability to collaborate positively with colleagues to interpret and telegraph an organization’s voice at a national level.
• Excellent  strategic and innovative thinker with the ability to break down concepts into actionable steps to execute and follow through from development through completion. 
• Is curious and inquisitive with excellent listening and writing skills to quickly develop focused talking points, press releases, statements, and other national-level communications materials; works well under pressure and on tight deadlines.
• Is proactive, self-initiated, and inclusive with an experienced ability to actively manage expectations, seek guidance, problem solve, and closely collaborate with colleagues (at all levels and styles) and external partners. 
• Technologically savvy: Google Suite, digital media tools (e.g. Muck Rack, Meltwater), project management systems (e.g. Asana). 
• Ability to travel to All Voting’s’s DC office for working sessions with Press Secretary, EVP, Communications, and leadership team  (maybe up to once a month) and for retreats or other organizational needs; may require occasional evening and weekend working hours during critical and/or peak periods.

• Experience working on issues of election protection, voting rights, and/or democracy protection. 
• Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) certificate 

Role-Specific Competencies: 

All Voting has adopted a competency-based approach to job definition, hiring, performance assessment, and professional development. The following are our role specific competencies and examples of how they manifest for this role. 

1. Accountability - Acts with a clear sense of ownership. Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and errors. Follows through on commitments, implements decisions that have been agreed upon, and makes sure others do the same. Self advocates and partners to find viable solutions for coaching, resources, tools, and learning and development. Is reliable and responsive. Recognizes the impact of one’s behavior and actions on others. 

2. Mutual Respect - Values and celebrates differences. Recognizes, acknowledges, and integrates diverse experiences, styles, backgrounds, and perspectives. Shows up to meetings/events/calls prepared and on time. Listens to understand. Is authentically curious and asks questions to foster trust and collaboration. Shows appreciation for others and acknowledges contributions. 

3. Solutions Oriented - Identifies the source of a question or challenge and provides the appropriate, or a better, way of doing things. Effectively and creatively thinks, evaluates, analyzes, and decides clearly and quickly, in such a way that helps solve a problem. Consistently focuses on problem solving instead of seeking blame or what ifs. Is inclusive with approach. Considers who are the stakeholders and resources to effectively design and execute the potential solutions. 

4. Sound Judgment - Exercises critical thinking, analysis and assessment of implications, identification of patterns, making connections of underlying issues, and takes ownership of the outcome. Knows when to escalate and/or invite others. Is able to take a pause to reflect and/or pivot. Takes calculated risks. Is aware of and challenges biases in themselves. Seeks diversity and differences in opinions. Leverages experiences (successes and especially failures) to inform and refine decision making as well as to inform delivery tone, time, and place in sharing information. 

Employee Benefits : 

All Voting provides a total benefits package that helps you manage your health, protect your income, and prepare for the future.  Salary range for this role is $80,000 to $96,274

● Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 

● Life, short-term disability, and AD&D insurance 

● Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 

● 403(b) Retirement Account with a (%) matching contribution 

● Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

● Monthly tech stipend 

● Generous paid time off policies that include: 

○ Wellness Days 

○ Vacation Days 

○ Sick Days 

○ Personal Leave 

○ Paid Parental Leave 

How To Apply:

Don’t meet every single requirement?  Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At All Voting, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in this role description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.