Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
Equity in Education (EiE) is an Atlanta-based 501c4 nonprofit advocacy organization dedicated to building a comprehensive vision of education and community in Atlanta that accounts for every stakeholder and ensures that every child in Atlanta has a champion for equity representing them on the school board.
The Director of External Affairs and Communications will lead strategic communications and advocacy efforts for EiE. The role requires a strong background in election communications, journalism, social media strategy, and leadership. This person will be instrumental in shaping EiE’s public presence, engaging key audiences, and advancing its mission.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Political Science, Public Relations, or related fields.
- Experience in elections communications, journalism, media relations, or a similar field.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Salary Range: $110,000 – $130,000
Responsibilities
Strategic Communications:
- Develop and implement communication strategies to boost EiE’s visibility.
- Oversee messaging to align with the organization’s mission and engage diverse stakeholders.
- Ensure consistency and clarity in both internal and external communications.
Elections Communications Tactics:
- Design communication plans for elections, advocacy campaigns, and policy initiatives.
- Analyze political developments impacting the organization.
- Build relationships with partner organizations and monitor local political issues.
Journalism and Media Relations:
- Manage media relations, including drafting press releases, op-eds, and media pitches.
- Cultivate relationships with journalists and media outlets.
- Develop content to maximize media coverage.
Leadership and Team Management:
- Lead the External Affairs team and collaborate with other departments.
- Manage budgets related to external affairs activities.
- Serve on the organizational leadership team to guide overall progress.
External Affairs:
- Represent the organization at public events.
- Oversee the creation of reports and publications.
- Liaise with influencers and stakeholders to promote a citywide narrative on education.
