About the Role:
The Communications & Digital Outreach Coordinator will report to the Communications Manager and work with a team of legal and non-legal staff to assist in day-to-day communications efforts targeting working women and other caregivers, policy makers, partners, donors, media, and the public at large. The Communications & Digital Outreach Coordinator will also have a special focus on expanding our digital storytelling and finding new and creative ways to spread the word about our organization and share our workplace rights resources across the web.
The Communications & Digital Outreach Coordinator will be based in New York, NY, but our team is currently working remotely due to the pandemic.
Responsibilities:
-Work with Communications Manager to assist with day-to-day communications responsibilities as needed.
-Assist in the creation of social media graphics, newsletter layouts, and other compelling visual assets for communications materials.
-Contribute ideas around strategy to expand ABB’s reach across the web and develop creative ways of storytelling across platforms.
-Conduct regular research into online communities to continually conduct outreach and share important information about A Better Balance’s know-your-rights resources with new audiences.
-Help manage engagement with press and influencer contact lists and assist with regular outreach.
-Update and format website content on a regular basis within WordPress.
Qualifications:
-This is a junior level position. College degree and 0-3 years of experience, preferably in digital media, marketing, writing, editing, journalism, or another communications role. We are open to an entry-level candidate.
-Ability to create compelling visual content for social media and other platforms—graphic design and/or video editing skills strongly preferred.
-Fluency in various digital media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
-Strong writing ability, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
-Ability to manage multiple demands and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
-Able to work independently and as a team member, with a positive attitude.
-Commitment to and passion for ending racial, gender, health, and economic injustice.
Additional details:
Full time (40 hours per week)
A Better Balance has an excellent benefits package, including health, and dental insurance; flexible spending account; paid vacation, sick and personal time. We are committed to “walking our talk” and encourage a healthy work/life balance for all employees.