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Position Summary

Equis is seeking a Communications Strategist to support all levels of planning and execution of a robust communications strategy. Reporting to the Director of Communications, this position will ensure the implementation of the communication strategy, support and maintain reporter relationships and monitor internal and external sources to measure impact. The ideal candidate is a strong communications writer and material developer. In addition to having exposure to media relations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Execution of Strategic Communications Plan: Support the execution of a comprehensive communication strategy that aligns with the organization and departments’ goals and objectives.
• Material Creation and Development:
  • Lead the development of compelling materials, including talking points, press releases, op-eds, blog posts, social media posts, pitches and briefings.
  • May serve as the primary writer and/or editor in the material development process.
  • May help manage external consultants or freelancers in the development of communications materials.
  • Ensures that all materials effectively communicate our mission, values, and key messages, and are in line with the voice and tone of the organization and its leaders.
• Media Relations:
  • Support and maintain relationships with key media contacts to secure coverage of our research, initiatives, and projects.
  • Proactively pitch stories and respond to media inquiries in a timely and effective manner.
  • Manage and maintain media lists and track engagement of relationships.
• Issue Monitoring and Analysis:
  • Stay informed about current events, legislative developments, and emerging trends related to the Latino electorate and community, and political advocacy.
  • Monitor media coverage and public discourse to identify opportunities and challenges, and provide timely analysis and recommendations to leadership.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including talkers, ally organizations and partners, to advance our department goals and amplify our impact.
• Manage Digital Assets:
  • Lead on maintaining and updating website and website pages.
  • Lead on managing all Equis social media platforms, including drafting, posting, and editing content.
  • Managing and maintaining social media channels for key stakeholders, and support in editing content and materials.
• Evaluation and Reporting:
  • Establish and maintain up to date metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of our communication efforts.
  • Track and analyze data, clips, projects and assets to assess impact, identify areas for improvement, and report progress to internal stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3-5 years of demonstrated and relevant experience in communications, with specific knowledge of and demonstrated results related to strategic communications and media relations.
• Keen awareness of the news cycle and how Equis’ worldview might fit into it.
• Excellent communicator and writer with presentation, proofreading and editing skills, including the ability to make complex issues understandable and relevant to external audiences.
• Rapid response and some digital or social media experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse groups and people, including across departments and teams internally and externally at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, drive progress, share vision, adapt and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing external consultants and freelancers.
• History and understanding of political nuances and deep familiarity with the societal, cultural, and political landscape of the Hispanic and Latino community.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, along with the ability to manage high-pressure situations.
• Flexible and resilient, willing to innovate and try new approaches to problem-solve.
• Fluency in Spanish, reading, verbal and written.
• Familiarity with Google Slides, Keynote, Canva or similar presentation software tools.
• Experience utilizing Mailchimp, Google Suites software, and Asana or other similar project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of advanced experience in communications, in political, electoral, advocacy, and campaign environments.
• Existing relationships with reporters and media figures.
• Experience in managing websites and utilizing platforms such as Webflow, Squarespace, or WordPress.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• The ability to communicate with colleagues, partners, and clients via phone, video call, and email.

Work Environment

Equis is a national remote office environment with team members located across all continental U.S. time zones. Candidates should be prepared to either work from home or a location of their choosing that is located within the continental United States.

This position requires the ability to work core hours Monday through Friday in your local time. This position will require occasional nights and weekend work and some in-person attendance for all-staff or department level events, approximately 2 per year, which require overnight travel.