We are hiring!
Are you a systems thinker and a detail-oriented problem solver who wants to help local communities and neighborhoods thrive? If you have 3-5 years working in communications with a diverse group of stakeholders, then you should work with us!
Broad Community Connections (BCC) is a community development organization devoted to building community power by investing in the health and economic, residential, and cultural development of Broad Street neighborhoods. Established in 2008, BCC aims to create a future where New Orleanians of all backgrounds can build power, wealth, health and lead fulfilling lives, regardless of their race or economic standing. We design programs and solutions that target these intersections and center community voices to build power block by block.
POSITION: Full-Time/Hybrid
EXPERTISE: Marketing/Storytelling/Fund Development
COMPENSATION: $60k + benefits; potential to earn additional income
Broad Community Connections is seeking an experienced brand builder or communications professional to oversee and execute both internal and external communications initiatives to support the organization's community-driven equitable development programs & projects across the Broad Street neighborhoods of New Orleans. We are looking for someone with 3-to-5 years with demonstrated strong managerial experience in marketing, public relations, communications and/or developing fundraising language to lead and execute both internal and external communications initiatives
Communication Manager (CM) is an extraordinary storyteller, leading the development and implementation of the organization's brand voice, conveying it through analog and digital media, resource development, and community engagement. Their work includes creating and managing BCC’s media presence (ie writing press releases, managing website, social media and newsletters), supporting resource development efforts (i.e. writing grants, managing grant reports, and creating presentation materials) and supporting BCC programs and initiatives (i.e. co-creating, marketing, and documenting programs and events). Overall, CM is responsible for the successful development, execution, monitoring and closure of multiple communications related-projects, demonstrating excellent verbal and written communications skills. They play a key role as organization leaders. CM helps the Executive Director shape the organization’s priorities and ambitious goals and translate those into high-impact, innovative, collaborative communications work to advance BCC’s mission.
Qualified candidates will have experience leading and producing major marketing campaigns for companies and/organizations, written grant applications, and identify, manage, and encourage engagement with our target audiences. They will also have experience managing and collaborating with diverse project teams (including staff, contractors, interns, and volunteers).
The Communications Manager will lead, plan, execute and evaluate both internal and external communications initiatives including creating organization’s communications standards, supporting donor and funder engagement, and implementing strategy for increasing awareness of our organization, its programs and initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage designated internal and external projects such as co-developing and implementing the communications strategy, focusing BCC brand voice and standards, and supporting resource development through grant writing and funder/donor management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The above offers an aspirational view of the ideal candidate profile; we encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.
Those who are interested should send an email to info@broadcommunityconnections.org with the subject line “BCC Communications Manager 2024”. Please be sure that your resume /CV and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in this position is submitted in PDF (.pdf). Join us to make a difference in our local community!
