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Strategic Communications Lead

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LISC is one of the country’s largest community development organizations, helping forge vibrant, resilient communities across America. LISC works with residents and partners to close gaps in health, wealth, and opportunity so that people and places can thrive. We do this by acting as a conduit for grants, loans and equity--and by providing technical assistance and capacity building--to locally rooted organizations that carry out the work in communities.

 

Responsibilities

The Strategic Communications Lead for Executive Leadership will support all communications to enhance the visibility, thought leadership, and brand positioning LISC and by way of supporting the CEO, EVP of Local and National Programs and other senior leadership.  The ideal candidate will be a skilled storyteller and strategist with experience in executive messaging, media relations, and mission-driven communications. This position plays a critical role in advancing the organization’s impact by ensuring that leadership voices effectively engage stakeholders, media, and the broader public.

  • Develop and execute strategic communications plans for the executive team, driving thought leadership, brand awareness and advancing critical objectives in collaboration with internal and external key stakeholders.
  • Oversee and develop all content for select leadership including speech writing, email communications, social media presence and event attendance to ensure continuous and consistent elevation of messaging, news and other highlights from the organization to internal and external audiences.
  • Collaborate with organization’s external public relations firm to support media outreach to secure coverage of LISC leadership of newsworthy topics intersecting with the organization’s mission and work.
  • Work to support any partner and funder needs requiring executive support and engagement.
  • Contribute to the curation of the LISC All message matrix and usage guidelines.
  • Lead in partnership when supporting events including any member of the executive team or special project requiring executive content.
  • Perform other duties as needed.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's from an accredited college or university or relevant related work experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a communications manager/publicist building the profile for C-suite executives who operate in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interest in issues related to closing wealth, health and opportunity gaps, with the skill to communicate complex subjects in clear, accessible language.
  • Ability to support the organization’s external PR firm in pitching the CEO for relevant events and engagements that align with strategic objectives.
  • Experience maintaining and growing social media presence on LinkedIn and other social media properties
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and public speaking skills.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Effective time management skills in a fast-paced setting.
  • Flexibility to occasionally work outside of standard hours as needed.
  • Innovative and energetic approach to identifying new opportunities for thought leadership.
  • Collaborative work style and commitment to the organization’s values.

Compensation

LISC offers a competitive salary ($74,800 - $93,500) commensurate with experience and location and an excellent benefits package

*Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications.

Our benefits include: 

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage: Comprehensive health plans for you and your family's well-being; Disability Insurance: Long-term and short-term coverage for peace of mind; Retirement Savings: Secure your future with our 401(k) and 403(b) plans; Generous Holidays: Enjoy ample time off to recharge and celebrate; Vacation, PTO, and Sick Days: Take advantage of flexible time-off policies to maintain work-life balance; Tuition Assistance: Pursue your educational goals with support from our tuition assistance program; Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates to join our team; Professional Development Opportunities: Grow and advance in your career with access to ongoing training and development programs tailored to your goals.

LISC is an equal opportunity employer. LISC does not discriminate in employment on account of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military status or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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