Director of Communications

We are seeking a values-aligned, dedicated team player to serve as Director of Communications. This person will be responsible for the management and implementation of Incourage’s communications strategies, in coordination with the Communications Team, Leadership Team, CEO and Board of Directors.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as a thought partner, strategic leader and point person for communications.
• Manages the Communications Team, which would include delegating responsibilities and reviewing performance.
• Acts as a member of the Leadership Team, participating in strategic planning and decision-making, keeping the Communications Team informed and ensuring adherence to the organizational communications strategy.
• Plans, develops and directs strategic communications, increasing awareness of Incourage’s work, goals and fundraising needs.
• Partners with staff to plan and develop compelling communications that translate complex concepts, often from multiple information sources, into simple message(s) targeting various key audiences.
• Responsible for development and management of Incourage’s message platforms in coordination with the Leadership Team, CEO and Board of Directors.
• Works with the Leadership Team and CEO to translate and communicate key initiatives; taking an idea from concept, showing how it fits into Incourage’s strategic plan, and connecting it with industry, legislative and community priorities.
• Leads and supports internal and external communication strategies through various channels to achieve desired results. This includes ensuring a consistent approach to positioning and execution of communications strategies across internal cross-functional teams, in alignment with Incourage’s values and culture.
• Responsible for the development of multiple elements of communications, such as presentations, talking points and briefing materials for the CEO, working closely with the Communications Team and the Executive Support Specialist.
• Effectively represents Incourage and builds relationships with external partners and stakeholders.
• Oversees Incourage’s website, social media accounts and broadcast email system, regularly creating compelling, strategic and accurate content, while building Incourage’s online community with a consistent voice.
• Occasionally serves as an external speaker, providing presentations, speaking to the media, and giving speeches at public events.
• Manage media relationships, acting as representative of Incourage, in alignment with Incourage’s values and culture.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Exceptional writer and editor, with the proven ability to translate complex information and synthesize data, reports and other research.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, and an ability to collaborate with and build strong relationships across cross-functional teams internally, as well as a wide array of contacts externally.
• Proven leadership, project management, problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making ability.
•  Ability to prioritize effectively and transition seamlessly with multiple projects happening simultaneously, while meeting sensitive deadlines.
• Strategic thinker, with an ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Ability to work independently and be resourceful.
• Familiarity with and desire to stay abreast of new technologies, particularly social networking tools.
• Commitment to continuous learning and ability to accept and give constructive feedback.
• Passion for Incourage’s mission and commitment to organization’s stated values of equity, opportunity and shared stewardship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field.
• Typically requires 7 years of experience in leading communication strategies, including experience in developing and administering complex internal and external communication strategies and plans.
•  Experience should include 3 years of management experience.
• Managing media relations and change communications a plus.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), or similar products.
• Office 365 and Adobe Suite knowledge a plus.

Competitive Compensation Package commensurate with skill and experience level.