Communications Manager

Position Overview 
In 2024, Federation adopted a new communications strategy to more powerfully articulate Federation’s stories, key priorities, and achievements. Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Communications Manager – a new role for Federation – will develop and implement communications plans to reach our audiences. 

We’re looking for a creative and detail-oriented writer with experience using social media, newsletters, and other platforms for nonprofit or corporate communications. The Manager will ensure Federation uses the right platform to reach the right audience, and customize marketing, editorial, and fundraising content accordingly. A typical day might include writing donor impact newsletter copy, managing Federation’s social media accounts and analyzing their engagement, editing a media advisory from our PR firm, and meeting with cross-functional teams to discuss communications plans for upcoming events and initiatives. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly redesigned team and implement high priority donor communications for a renowned institution. Read on to learn more and apply! 

Responsibilities 

Project Management & Implementation 

• Write content customized for specific platforms, including newsletters, social media, press releases, ad copy, and more that reflect the familial voice of the organization. 

• Develop and execute social media campaigns for key days, themes, and priority upcoming content, and post regularly on each account (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, YouTube). 

• Manage social ad campaigns and other promotions; track and share results for continuous improvement to targeting and segments. 

• Write, edit, and publish Annual Impact Report, website content including landing pages and blog posts, and donor impact email newsletter. 

• Project manage communications plans with cross-functional stakeholders. 

• Other duties as assigned, including some administrative tasks. 

Collaboration 

• Collaborate with Financial Resource Development and Impact department colleagues to develop Annual Impact Report and key messages for multiple channels.  

• Work with Digital Communications Manager and Director of MarComm Operations to support Federation’s digital communications strategy. 

• Liaise with public relations firm to edit media advisories, press releases, and other external communications materials. 

Qualifications and Success Factors 

• Bachelor’s degree required and 3-5 years’ experience in communications role(s) in a nonprofit or other dynamic organization or equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, and skills required. 

• Outstanding written and oral communications skills; editing, proofreading, organizational skills, and excellent time management required. 

• Ability to blend technical writing skills with a conversational tone, voice, and personality, and to adapt writing style to target audiences.  

• Familiarity with WordPress and EMMA or transferable knowledge of other content management and email systems. 

• Knowledge of best practices for writing and publishing on Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, and YouTube. 

• Experience with cross-functional project management. Media and/or video production skills a plus. 

• Strong knowledge of basic office computing, including MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), Zoom, and basic database skills required. 

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and operate effectively in a culture of rapid change. 

• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills; comfort with learning and adapting to new technologies. 

• Ability to thrive in a professional, fast-paced, and team-oriented work environment while comfortable working independently as needed. 

• Capacity to infuse Jewish culture, values, traditions, and history, including relating to Israel, into daily work.  

• Must be able to work off-shift hours, including nights and weekends, as needed. 

Organizational Vision, Mission, and Function  

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington envisions an open, connected, and vibrant Jewish community that cares for each other, fosters Jewish learning and journeys, embraces Jewish peoplehood and Israel, and acts as a force for good in the world. As a mission-driven non-profit organization, we work to inspire, build, and sustain vibrant Jewish life in a changing world by mobilizing our community in common purpose, intentional innovation, and effective action. Learn more at shalomdc.org.    

A People-Friendly Workplace  

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is an equal opportunity employer offering a people-friendly environment, including:   

• Excellent health care and retirement benefits  

• Generous time off, including six weeks of paid parental leave after one year

• Hybrid schedule 

• Opportunities and an annual stipend for continued professional development  

• Access to the JPRO Network, which connects, educates, inspires, and empowers professionals working in the Jewish nonprofit sector 

Candidates should be located in or willing to relocate to the Greater Washington (DC, MD, and Northern VA) region. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, with three (3) days a week required in our North Bethesda, MD headquarters.  

Interested? 
In building our professional team, The Jewish Federation strives to model our vision of an inclusive community and vibrant future. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite and encourage applications from all candidates of all backgrounds and identities, including but not limited to women, Jews of color, Sephardic and Mizrahi Jews, people with disabilities, immigrants, LGBTQIA people, and people who come from low-income backgrounds. We know that no applicant's experience will align 100% with the listed qualifications. Don't let that hold you back! We encourage you to apply and look forward to meeting you.