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Senior Manager, Communications

Halcyon
3400 Prospect Street NW, Washington, DC 20007
Hybrid work
$85,000 - $100,000 a year - Full-time

Benefits
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  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Benefits from day one
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid holidays

Full job description

Senior Manager of Communications

Reports to: Executive Vice President (EVP)

Location: Washington, DC

Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000 (commensurate with experience)

Who Are We:

Join Halcyon as a Senior Manager of Communications and drive the narrative of a pioneering social impact organization. In this role, you'll lead comprehensive communication strategies, elevate our brand, and secure national and international media coverage.

You will report to the Executive Vice President (EVP) and oversee digital engagement, collaborate with stakeholders, and mentor a high-performing team—all while amplifying Halcyon’s mission to advance social entrepreneurship.

If you're an experienced communicator passionate about storytelling and social impact, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference.

What We Need:

Strategic Communications & Brand Stewardship

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy aligned with organizational goals.
  • Oversee brand positioning and maintain consistent messaging across all platforms.
  • Lead and mentor the communications team, ensuring a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Thought Leadership

  • Proactively source opportunities for Halcyon leadership to build reputational awareness through speaking engagements, written op-eds, podcast participation, and social impact convenings.
  • Track developments in social entrepreneurship and impact investing to identify meaningful contributions Halcyon can make within the ecosystem

Media & Public Relations

  • Craft media strategies to secure national/international coverage.
  • Manage press materials and media interviews.
  • Build relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to raise Halcyon’s profile.
  • Prepare leadership and program teams for media interviews and public speaking engagements, ensuring alignment with Halcyon’s messaging.

Digital & Social Media Management

  • Lead digital engagement efforts through content creation, social media, and email marketing.
  • Oversee updates to Halcyon’s website, ensuring it serves as a vibrant hub for organizational news, program information, and thought leadership.
  • Utilize data and insights to drive audience engagement across digital channels.
  • Track performance and refine content strategies based on metrics and analytics.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

  • Collaborate with internal teams, fellows, and external partners to build impactful communication strategies.
  • Train staff and board members on media engagement and public speaking.
  • Ensure effective communication within the organization and report on communication impact metrics.

Who Are You:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Experience: 8-10 years of experience in strategic communications, PR, or marketing, ideally in a mission-driven or nonprofit setting.
  • Media Expertise: Proven track record of securing high-profile media coverage and strong relationships with media outlets.
  • Digital Proficiency: Expertise in digital content management, social media, and using data analytics to refine strategies.
  • Leadership: Experience managing teams and working cross-functionally with diverse stakeholders.

How You Will Succeed:

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong project management abilities, with a focus on strategic planning and execution.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Creative thinker with a passion for social impact and entrepreneurship.

Benefits:

Healthcare: We offer competitive healthcare benefits starting from Day One, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring our team members have immediate access to resources that promote their overall health and well-being.

Financial Security: We prioritize financial security by offering short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost, allowing you to focus on recovery without the stress of income replacement. Additionally, we provide a retirement plan with a matching contribution of up to 3%, empowering our team members to plan for their financial futures.

Time Away From Work: We value the importance of time away from work and offer our team members 12 paid holidays, 3 weeks of vacation time, 5 sick days, and an additional week off from December 25th to December 31st, when the entire office is closed.

Flexible Work Arrangements: Recognizing the need for work-life balance, we offer flexible work arrangements, including 2 Work-From-Home days per week. Plus, enjoy our unique perk to Work-From-Anywhere in the world for up to 2 weeks each year.

Professional Development: We are committed to supporting the growth and development of our team members. Halcyon offers mentorship programs, skill-building workshops, and opportunities for further education and training, providing ample support for professional development and career advancement

To learn more about working with the Halcyon Team, please visit https://www.halcyonhouse.org/careers/.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have a strong media/network press? We have a strong need to build our presence in the local and national media.
  • Do you have a strong network in the social impact ecosystem? We have a strong desire to promote Halcyon in this ecosystem to establish us as a thought leader and for recruitment for our programs.
  • Please share your LinkedIn profile.

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Writing skills: 8 years (Required)
  • Social media strategy: 8 years (Required)
  • Marketing: 8 years (Required)
  • Public relations: 8 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Washington, DC 20007 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Washington, DC 20007: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20007