Communications and Public Relations Specialist

Communications and Public Relations Specialist

Communications and Public Relations Specialist

Economic Mobility Pathways - EMPath provided pay range

This range is provided by Economic Mobility Pathways - EMPath. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$60,000.00 / yr - $60,000.00 / yr

Position Title : Communications and Public Relations Specialist

Supervisor : Senior Director of Communications

Who is EMPath?

Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) is a 200-year Boston-based nonprofit that transforms lives by partnering with families to move out of poverty and provides other organizations with the tools to do the same.

As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines direct services, a global learning network, robust research, and advocacy, we offer a wide range of rewarding career opportunities.

What You'll Be Doing :

Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) is searching for an experienced communications and public relations professional whose primary focus will be developing and executing strategic communication plans to increase awareness, promote engagement, and build the reputation of the organization. This role includes content creation, media relations coordination, strategy development, internal and external messaging, and concept and idea generation.

Key Responsibilities :

Communications

• Collaborate with program leads / teams to develop and execute strategy to promote EMPath programs, services and events.
• Write, edit, and manage content for the website, newsletters, brochures, and other collateral.
• Assist Sr. Director of Communications with developing and maintaining organization-wide communications calendar.
• Collaborate with program teams to gather stories, testimonials, and impact data.
• Update and maintain EMPath brand guidelines.
• Ensure consistent messaging across all platforms and communications and, alignment with brand identity and voice.
• Support communication needs for internal audiences, including staff updates, HR communications and board materials, as needed.
• Assist with event promotion and communications related to fundraising and community events.

Public Relations & Media Outreach

Administrative

Qualifications :

To Apply :

Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your interest in the role and relevant experience, and 2–3 writing samples or a portfolio of relevant work.

WORKING HOURS :

Four-day workweek. Hybrid office environment : 2 days in-office in our Boston Seaport office, 2 days remote.

PAY TRANSPERENCY :

This role is budgeted up to $60,000 annually.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK CONDITIONS :

Position requires walking, sitting, bending, and light lifting (up to 25 lbs). Must be able to operate standard office equipment and work in a residential shelter environment. Periodic stress and the ability to follow detailed verbal / written instructions are expected.

WHY EMPATH?

EMPath is committed to recruiting, hiring, and sustaining a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, sexuality, age, disability, or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are an EEO / AA / ADA / ADEA employer based in Boston, Massachusetts.

All offers of employment at EMPath are contingent upon a clear background check.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries

Individual and Family Services and Non-profit Organizations

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