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Lead media strategies, oversee content creation, and manage teams to engage community audiences. | Over 10 years in media and communications, with supervisory experience, and a strong understanding of diverse media platforms and data-driven decision making. | Working America is the community affiliate of the AFL-CIO. With 5 million members, Working America recruits and mobilizes people who do not have a union on the job in support of working families' issues. Our Media Director will work to engage our members and the communities we serve year-round. Join us, as we communicate the aspirations and needs of the working class. The Media Director is responsible for spearheading robust media strategies for Working America, ensuring a blend of traditional and digital communications that amplify the visibility of the organization and our engagement with working people. Help us tell stories that matter. Reports to: Executive Director Key Responsibilities Media Strategy and Platform Integration • Direct and manage the organization's marketing functions across all media. • Oversee the ideation, development, implementation, and evaluation of holistic media plans that seamlessly integrate traditional, digital, and emerging platforms. • Stay on top of digital marketing trends and evaluate them for Working America's potential implementation. Brand Content and Engagement and Message Crafting • Manage all creative marketing communications content for the organization, driving and implementing overall brand strategy that is focused on producing high-quality, impact- driven content, and working cross-functionally to achieve these outcomes. • Direct analytics-informed and targeted outbound communication initiatives with Working America members and the general public, creating content and strategies that engage all portions of a community with a focus on majority female, BIPOC, non-college-educated, and working-class audiences. • Experiment with unconventional brand assets, content formats, and storytelling techniques. Data-Driven Insight • Work closely with the executive team and directors to curate data-centric campaigns, underpinned by strategic insight and alignment with overarching marketing strategies. • Engage with internal analytics teams to extract, implement, and optimize insights across campaigns. • Analyze, report, and share insights, strategies, and optimizations from our collective media presence. Organizational and Team Leadership • Effectively hire, supervise, mentor, promote, demote, discipline, and terminate Media Communications staff. • Forge a strong alliance with the field, programmatic, and technology teams throughout the organization, ensuring the utilization of skill sets with broader expertise.. • Hires and manages relationships with vendors or freelancers. • Serve as a key member of the Leadership team. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications • 10+ years in media strategy and communications, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role. • Prior media agency, entertainment sector, or political campaign experience is desired. • Comprehensive grasp over diverse media platforms, ensuring cost-effective and target- aligned media choices. • Ability to engage and influence senior management with strong presentation skills. • Proficient in data-driven decision making and media planning. • An agile mind that combines creativity with strategic thinking. • Stellar organizational and multitasking skills, capable of thriving in a high-pressure environment. • Demonstrated adaptability in dynamic work settings. • Proven supervisory skills complemented by a proactive, positive, and team-centric demeanor. • Possess a lived or experienced understanding of the communities we organize in, particularly in efforts to communicate in communities that are majority female, BIPOC, non-college educated, and working class. • Demonstrate and apply a strong comfort level with various content creation technologies, tools, and platforms, ensuring that the brand maximizes the potential of current tech trends and innovations. • Lead with a technologically agile mindset, adapting to new and emerging content creation tools and platforms, ensuring that the brand remains relevant and ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. • Ability to work long and irregular hours as necessary. Location Washington, DC, in person 5 days/week at the national office at 815 16th St. NW Washington, DC Position • Full-time • FLSA Classification: Exempt The salary range starts at $155,304 and will be commensurate with experience. Includes medical insurance and 401(k) with employer contribution. Working America is an equal opportunity employer. Working America is committed to building a diverse workforce and encourages applications from women, people of color, LGBTQIA and other non-conforming individuals, and individuals with disabilities. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, please upload your resume and respond to the application questions. This search is supported by NRG Consulting Group. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

Provide strategic leadership and organizational development for CDWC, oversee operations and HR functions, build and sustain a high-performing team, and promote equity and culture alignment. | Senior-level leadership experience with proven skills in people-centered culture building, team management, racial and gender equity, strategic planning, and strong interpersonal communication. | About the Organization The California Domestic Workers Coalition (CDWC), a fiscally-sponsored project of Center for Empowered Politics Education Fund, is a coalition of grassroots domestic worker organizations and their supporters from the labor, faith, domestic employer, women and other grassroots communities, who are working to advance the rights of domestic workers. Domestic workers make all other work possible. They are the housecleaners, nannies, caregivers, cooks, and gardeners who care for our loved ones and our homes. In California, there are approximately 300,000 domestic workers. An estimated 2 million households hire workers to support their everyday lives – yet domestic work is too often undervalued and invisibilized. We have come together as a statewide network to build the leadership and political power of domestic workers and to ensure that statewide laws and agencies protect domestic workers from abuse. Finally, we work to inspire all Californians to uphold the dignity of domestic workers inside and outside of our homes. About the fiscal-sponsor: ​​The Center for Empowered Politics and the sister organization the Center for Empowered Politics Education Fund​ is a practitioner-led movement capacity organization that trains and develops new leaders of color to grow their power building and co-governing infrastructure. In addition, CEPEF provides capacity building support (i.e. executive coaching, peer coaching, organizational development, fund development) for fiscally-sponsored projects. Areas of Responsibility Organizational Strategy & Leadership • Provide strategic leadership for CDWC in collaboration with the Leadership Team. • Co-lead annual goal-setting and long-term strategic planning with the Coalition Steering Committee and Director. • Monitor and assess political conditions and opportunities alongside the Steering Committee, made up of domestic worker leaders from across California. • Convene the Staff Leadership Team and Management Circle to ensure strong coordination and stewardship. • Ensure all priorities and work plans reflect CDWC’s strategic compass (vision, values, horizons) and 5–10-year milestones. • Facilitate ongoing evaluation of organizational priorities, work plans, and infrastructure, offering clear analysis and sustainable solutions. Organizational Development & Infrastructure • Lead CDWC’s infrastructure department and long-term sustainability, including operations, logistics, and administration. • Build and support Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing internal department of the CDWC staff team, including the hiring of an Operations Director and , Logistics-Ops Coordinators • Provide oversight to Operations, Logistics, and Administration, with the team responsible for: • Ensuring strong operational oversight and coordination with the Center for Empowered Politics Education Fund (CEPEF), CDWC’s fiscal sponsor. • Maintaining physical and digital infrastructure and security • Managing contracts and vendors • Overseeing the planning and implementation of key organizational events (staff and coalition meetings, etc.) • Ensuring all staff have the equipment, supplies, and materials they need to do their work • Creating and maintaining strong, consistent knowledge management systems and practices across the organization People and Culture • Lead all HR functions in coordination with CEPEF: Policy development;Staff hiring, onboarding, and offboarding; Staff development, benefits, compensation; Performance management and compliance • Ensure equitable and consistent application of personnel policies • Oversee compliance with employment laws in partnership with legal counsel • Ensure strong labor relations and alignment with the collective bargaining agreement • Provide leadership to management on people and culture, change management, and organizational practices • Plan and implement staff development strategies that promote equity, inclusion, and belonging • Deliver trainings on communication, leadership, and work styles that support an equitable, sustainable, and results-driven culture • Study of frameworks that deepen political and cultural unity of the Coalition and staff team Promote shared political and cultural frameworks that unify staff and coalition • Own the development and implementation of strategies to strengthen culture, DEIB, engagement, and belonging Qualifications People Centered Culture Builder. • Proven Experience creating people-centered systems and team cultures where staff feel supported, safe, and able to do their best work • Skilled at navigating personnel challenges with sensitivity and care Excellent manager and seasoned team leader. • Track record of equitable, sustainable, and results-driven management • Experience building trust, delegating ownership, addressing performance, and retaining retaining top talent with no gaps across race, gender identity, or other marginalized identities Demonstrated commitment to racial and gender equity at an organizational level. • Recognizes and addresses disparate impacts of decisions and practices and recognizes how race and other identities intersect in the work, especially with the communities CDWC serves • Understands the historical context for racial and gender inequity and the present-day implications • Committed to operationalizing equity at an organizational level • Reflects on personal identity and responds well to feedback about power and equity Strategic leadership within complexity. • Balances big-picture thinking and detail-orientation while managing competing priorities • Able to take a concept from an idea to implementation • Turns ideas into implementation, overcomes challenges, and finds creative solutions • Leads cross-cutting initiatives with clarity and strong follow-through Strong interpersonal skills through excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building. • Builds trusting relationships across identity and power • Communicates directly with clarity and kindness, especially on tough topics, • Navigates diverse viewpoints and fosters alignment Mission Alignment & Movement Experience • Demonstrated passion for CDWC’s mission to build power and improve conditions for domestic workers. • Prior experience in the worker justice movement—or in movements rooted in labor, immigrant rights, racial justice, or gender justice—is a strong plus. Employment Terms This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week. This position has an annual salary range of $95,000- $105,000, depending on experience. This position is exempt and does not qualify to work overtime hours. We offer a competitive health benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, wellness stipend and a generous paid time off schedule. To Apply To apply, please upload your resume and submit the application questions in lieu of a cover letter. The preferred application deadline is August 10, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This search is being led by NRG Consulting Group. Please reach out to jobs@nrgconsultinggroup.org with any questions. Acerca de la Organización La Coalición de Trabajadoras del Hogar de California (CDWC), un proyecto financiado con fondos públicos por el Fondo Educativo del Centro para el Empoderamiento Político, es una coalición de organizaciones de base de trabajadoras del hogar y sus simpatizantes, provenientes de sectores como el laboral, la fe, las empresas de servicios domésticas, las mujeres y otras comunidades organizadas, que trabajan para promover los derechos de las trabajadoras del hogar. Las trabajadoras del hogar hacen posible todos los demás trabajos. Son las limpiadoras, niñeras, cuidadoras, cocineras y jardineras que cuidan de nuestros seres queridos y de nuestros hogares. En California, hay aproximadamente 300,000 trabajadoras del hogar. Se estima que 2 millones de hogares contratan trabajadoras para su sustento diario; sin embargo, el trabajo del hogar a menudo se subvalora y permanece invisible. Nos hemos unido como una red estatal para fortalecer el liderazgo y el poder político de las trabajadoras del hogar y garantizar que las leyes y agencias estatales las protejan del abuso. Finalmente, trabajamos para inspirar a todos los Californianos a defender la dignidad de las trabajadoras del hogar dentro y fuera de nuestros hogares. Acerca del patrocinador fiscal: El Centro para el Empoderamiento Político y su organización hermana, el Fondo Educativo del Centro para el Empoderamiento Político, son organizaciones lideras por profesionales que capacita y desarrolla a nuevos líderes de color para fortalecer su capacidad de liderazgo y cogobierno. Además, el CEPEF brinda apoyo para el desarrollo de capacidades (p. ej., coaching ejecutivo, coaching entre pares, desarrollo organizacional y gestión de fondos) para proyectos financiados con patrocinio fiscal. Áreas de Responsabilidad Estrategia y Liderazgo Organizacional • Brindar liderazgo estratégico para CDWC en colaboración con el Equipo de Liderazgo. • Codirigir el establecimiento de metas anuales y la planificación estratégica a largo plazo con el Comité Directivo de la Coalición y la Directora. • Supervisar y evaluar el contexto político y las oportunidades de incidencia. junto con el Comité Directivo, compuesto por líderes de trabajadoras del hogar de toda California. • Coordinar y convocar al Equipo de Liderazgo del Personal y al Círculo de Gestión para garantizar una sólida articulación organizativa. • Garantizar que todas las prioridades y planes de trabajo reflejen la brújula estratégica de CDWC (visión, valores y horizontes) y los objetivos a 5-10 años. • Facilitar la evaluación continua de las prioridades, los planes de trabajo y la infraestructura de la organización, aportando análisis claros y propuestas sostenibles. Desarrollo Organizacional e Infraestructura • Liderar el departamento de infraestructura de CDWC y sostenibilidad organizativa, incluyendo operaciones, logística y administración. Desarrollar y apoyar: Reclutar, desarrollar y retener un departamento interno de alto rendimiento del equipo de personal del CDWC, incluyendo la contratación de un Director de Operaciones y Coordinadores de Logística y Operaciones. • Supervisar las áreas de Operaciones, Logística y Administración. Este equipo es responsable de: • Garantizar una sólida supervisión operativa y coordinación con el Fondo Educativo del Centro para el Empoderamiento Político (CEPEF), patrocinador fiscal del CDWC. • Mantener la infraestructura física y digital, así como asegurar las condiciones de seguridad organizativa. • Gestionar contratos y relaciones con proveedores. • Supervisar la planificación e implementación de eventos clave de la organización (reuniones de personal, y de la coalición, etc.). • Asegurar que todo el personal cuente con el equipo, los suministros y los materiales necesarios para realizar su trabajo. • Crear y mantener sistemas y prácticas de gestión del conocimiento sólidos, accesibles y consistentes en toda la organización. Personas y cultura • Liderar todas las funciones de RR. HH. en coordinación con el CEPEF: Desarrollo de políticas; Contratación, incorporación y salida de personal; Desarrollo del personal, beneficios, compensación. Gestión del desempeño y cumplimiento • Garantizar la aplicación equitativa y consistente de las políticas de personal • Supervisar el cumplimiento de las leyes laborales en colaboración con el asesor legal • Garantizar relaciones laborales sólidas y la conformidad con el convenio colectivo • Liderar a la gerencia en materia de personas y cultura, gestión del cambio y prácticas organizacionales • Planificar e implementar estrategias de desarrollo del personal que promuevan la equidad, la inclusión y la pertenencia • Facilitar capacitaciones internas sobre comunicación, liderazgo y estilos de trabajo que fomenten una cultura equitativa, sostenible y orientada a resultados • Estudiar marcos que profundicen la unidad política y cultural de la Coalición y el equipo de personal • Promover marcos políticos y culturales compartidos que unifiquen al personal y a la coalición • Responsabilizarse del desarrollo e implementación de estrategias para fortalecer la cultura, la diversidad, la inclusión y la pertenencia Calificaciones Creador/a de una cultura centrada en las personas. • Experiencia comprobada en la creación de sistemas centrados en las personas y culturas de equipo donde el personal se siente apoyado, seguro y capaz de dar lo mejor de sí. • Hábil para abordar los desafíos del personal con sensibilidad y cuidado. Excelente gerente y líder de equipo experimentado. • Trayectoria de gestión equitativa, sostenible y orientada a resultados. • Experiencia en generar confianza, delegar responsabilidad, abordar el desempeño y retener al mejor talento sin disparidades entre raza, identidad de género u otras identidades marginadas. Compromiso demostrado con la equidad racial y de género a nivel organizacional. <

Lead and manage the communications team to develop and execute strategic communications plans that position the reuse movement and support organizational goals. | 5+ years leading communications teams, expertise in public relations and storytelling, strategic planning skills, strong leadership and negotiation abilities, and proficiency with communications technology. | POSITION: Director of Strategic Communications POSITION TYPE: Director level, reports to CEO LOCATION: Remote, must be located within the U.S. COMPENSATION: This is a remote position with a salary range of $90,000 -$110,000 depending on experience. Benefits include, but are not limited to: 403b plan with 5% employer match after 1 year of employment, flexible time off, plus 17 paid holidays technology and co-working space stipend, health stipend, and supplemental insurance. UPSTREAM’S MISSION: We drive change toward a robust and enduring reuse economy. UPSTREAM’S VISION: We live in a regenerative world where the planet is treated as indisposable and communities thrive. Job Description The Director of Strategic Communications is a key leadership role at Upstream. This position requires a dynamic, strategic thinker with strong management skills, a deep desire to dive into the reuse movement, and the ability to drive and support transformational change through communication. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, innovative, and committed to Upstream's vision of a world where people and the planet are treated as indisposable, and communities thrive without waste. Roles & Responsibilities Strategic Planning and Execution • Create the narrative architecture & positioning for the reuse movement. This includes developing the overarching narrative framework (“meta-narrative”) to position reuse as the inevitable, superior solution to the status quo. The reuse movement must come from a place of power and drive the conversation, rather than being on the defensive. Establish reuse as an economic and social movement, not just an environmental practice. Then create messaging hierarchies that work across all stakeholder groups (consumers, policymakers, investors, industry). • Create and implement a comprehensive strategic communications plan, including: • Build and lead a dynamic reuse newsroom, establishing editorial guidelines, sourcing structures and amplification channels to drive daily, weekly and campaign storytelling for the movement. • Securing and leveraging ambassadors or influencers to amplify the movement. • Partner with others across the ecosystem on communications to accelerate the shift to reuse. • Work closely with the CEO to align and map the Communication department’s goals and outcomes to the organizational goals and outcomes. • Revitalize Upstream’s own narrative. Build, clarify, and maintain the organization's unique role and identity in the movement and ensure consistent messaging. • Serve as a strategic advisor to staff leadership on communication matters. • As part of the Upstream Leadership Team, contribute to making the organizational decisions that support the organization’s success in achieving its mission. Management of Upstream’s communications • Create the Communication department’s communications Work Plan each year, and be responsible for the Work Plan’s execution. • Immediately assume management responsibilities for the Communications team, including the existing Communications Manager and two contractors specializing in web and social media functions. • Build and develop team capacity through strategic hiring, mentorship, and professional development initiatives to meet the growing demands of the department's work portfolio. • Develop a measurement framework to demonstrate and report on Upstream’s Communications outcomes and impact. Report on communication effectiveness and impact, and act upon that data accordingly. • Create and execute a new web sitemap for Upstream’s website based on the new narrative architecture of Upstream and the movement. • Facilitate effective internal communication to keep team members informed and engaged. Team Management and Development • Build team capacity and conduct hiring for the department. • Manage Communications department staff, contractors, and interns. This includes providing supervision, guidance, direction, and mentorship. • Foster a collaborative and innovative environment. • Set clear performance goals and provide regular feedback to team members. • Manage the communications budget and resources efficiently. • Mentor and develop communication capabilities across the organization. Stakeholder Engagement • Develop and implement strategies for engaging with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, volunteers, and the public. • Enhanced Donor Relations and Fundraising Success. Lead on creating storytelling opportunities to better engage funders. Upstream also needs to more effectively communicate its mission, impact opportunity, and unique approach. This will strengthen donor confidence and support fundraising efforts. Clear, consistent messaging about program outcomes and strategic milestones will improve grant applications and major gift conversations. • Build and manage essential external partnerships with the communications community, influencers, media, sector leaders, and others to strengthen Upstream's knowledge, network, and influence. • Identify and leverage industry trends and emerging communication channels and technologies. • Organize and manage events, campaigns, and other activities to promote the organization's mission. • Support the CEO in her role as spokesperson for the organization in media and public engagements. Crisis Communication • Develop and implement crisis communication plans to manage and mitigate risks. • Serve as the lead for all communication efforts during a crisis, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of information. Qualifications and Core Competencies Superior Leadership and Team Management Ability: Proven experience (5+ years) leading, motivating, and managing cross-functional teams. This person should be a highly experienced and collaborative team leader with the ability to guide, direct, mentor, and build capacity. They should possess skills and experience giving real-time feedback with a growth mindset and helping their supervisees course-correct and grow. They need proficiency in budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation. Expertise in public relations, journalism, and storytelling. Experience setting up editorial or newsroom teams, including editorial calendar design, contributor management, content governance, and media amplification. A love of people and relationship-building. A key part of this role is cultivating and nurturing relationships with key industry influencers and media contacts. Strong Strategic Planning and Execution Skills: Ability to develop and implement long-term communications strategies aligned with organizational goals. Experience leading brand or movement positioning work, including creating toolkits and narrative training for internal and external stakeholders. Dynamism and strategic intelligence. Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex issues and develop data-driven solutions. We are looking for someone who is sharp in absorbing new information, evaluating that information strategically, and swiftly translating it to decision-making and action. Negotiation and Conflict Resolution: Strong negotiation skills and the ability to resolve conflicts effectively. Adaptability to change. We want our teammate to be highly adaptable and embrace change as a positive. Proficiency in technology, particularly in using team communications platforms and communications software. Desirable but not essential: ● Experience in B2B or policy communications ● Experience working within the reuse movement, including familiarity with current trends, key challenges, current and emerging players, complexities in adoption, and best practices. To Apply: The priority application deadline is September 25 at 5:00pm Eastern Time. The application will be open until the role is filled. Equal Employment Opportunity Upstream is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions at Upstream are based exclusively on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation and all other statuses as protected by the laws and regulations of the United States and/or the state of Maine. This search is being led by NRG Consulting Group. Reach out to Jaclyn Jones at jaclyn@nrgconsultinggroup.org with questions. Experience Requirements Manager/Supervisor

Lead strategic communications planning and execution, manage and develop the communications team, build stakeholder relationships, and drive the reuse movement narrative and media presence. | 5+ years leading communications teams, expertise in public relations and storytelling, strategic planning skills, strong leadership and negotiation abilities, and proficiency with communications technology. | POSITION: Director of Strategic Communications POSITION TYPE: Director level, reports to CEO LOCATION: Remote, must be located within the U.S. COMPENSATION: This is a remote position with a salary range of $90,000 -$110,000 depending on experience. Benefits include, but are not limited to: 403b plan with 5% employer match after 1 year of employment, flexible time off, plus 17 paid holidays technology and co-working space stipend, health stipend, and supplemental insurance. UPSTREAM’S MISSION: We drive change toward a robust and enduring reuse economy. UPSTREAM’S VISION: We live in a regenerative world where the planet is treated as indisposable and communities thrive. Job Description The Director of Strategic Communications is a key leadership role at Upstream. This position requires a dynamic, strategic thinker with strong management skills, a deep desire to dive into the reuse movement, and the ability to drive and support transformational change through communication. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, innovative, and committed to Upstream's vision of a world where people and the planet are treated as indisposable, and communities thrive without waste. Roles & Responsibilities Strategic Planning and Execution • Create the narrative architecture & positioning for the reuse movement. This includes developing the overarching narrative framework (“meta-narrative”) to position reuse as the inevitable, superior solution to the status quo. The reuse movement must come from a place of power and drive the conversation, rather than being on the defensive. Establish reuse as an economic and social movement, not just an environmental practice. Then create messaging hierarchies that work across all stakeholder groups (consumers, policymakers, investors, industry). • Create and implement a comprehensive strategic communications plan, including: • Build and lead a dynamic reuse newsroom, establishing editorial guidelines, sourcing structures and amplification channels to drive daily, weekly and campaign storytelling for the movement. • Securing and leveraging ambassadors or influencers to amplify the movement. • Partner with others across the ecosystem on communications to accelerate the shift to reuse. • Work closely with the CEO to align and map the Communication department’s goals and outcomes to the organizational goals and outcomes. • Revitalize Upstream’s own narrative. Build, clarify, and maintain the organization's unique role and identity in the movement and ensure consistent messaging. • Serve as a strategic advisor to staff leadership on communication matters. • As part of the Upstream Leadership Team, contribute to making the organizational decisions that support the organization’s success in achieving its mission. Management of Upstream’s communications • Create the Communication department’s communications Work Plan each year, and be responsible for the Work Plan’s execution. • Immediately assume management responsibilities for the Communications team, including the existing Communications Manager and two contractors specializing in web and social media functions. • Build and develop team capacity through strategic hiring, mentorship, and professional development initiatives to meet the growing demands of the department's work portfolio. • Develop a measurement framework to demonstrate and report on Upstream’s Communications outcomes and impact. Report on communication effectiveness and impact, and act upon that data accordingly. • Create and execute a new web sitemap for Upstream’s website based on the new narrative architecture of Upstream and the movement. • Facilitate effective internal communication to keep team members informed and engaged. Team Management and Development • Build team capacity and conduct hiring for the department. • Manage Communications department staff, contractors, and interns. This includes providing supervision, guidance, direction, and mentorship. • Foster a collaborative and innovative environment. • Set clear performance goals and provide regular feedback to team members. • Manage the communications budget and resources efficiently. • Mentor and develop communication capabilities across the organization. Stakeholder Engagement • Develop and implement strategies for engaging with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, volunteers, and the public. • Enhanced Donor Relations and Fundraising Success. Lead on creating storytelling opportunities to better engage funders. Upstream also needs to more effectively communicate its mission, impact opportunity, and unique approach. This will strengthen donor confidence and support fundraising efforts. Clear, consistent messaging about program outcomes and strategic milestones will improve grant applications and major gift conversations. • Build and manage essential external partnerships with the communications community, influencers, media, sector leaders, and others to strengthen Upstream's knowledge, network, and influence. • Identify and leverage industry trends and emerging communication channels and technologies. • Organize and manage events, campaigns, and other activities to promote the organization's mission. • Support the CEO in her role as spokesperson for the organization in media and public engagements. Crisis Communication • Develop and implement crisis communication plans to manage and mitigate risks. • Serve as the lead for all communication efforts during a crisis, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of information. Qualifications and Core Competencies Superior Leadership and Team Management Ability: Proven experience (5+ years) leading, motivating, and managing cross-functional teams. This person should be a highly experienced and collaborative team leader with the ability to guide, direct, mentor, and build capacity. They should possess skills and experience giving real-time feedback with a growth mindset and helping their supervisees course-correct and grow. They need proficiency in budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation. Expertise in public relations, journalism, and storytelling. Experience setting up editorial or newsroom teams, including editorial calendar design, contributor management, content governance, and media amplification. A love of people and relationship-building. A key part of this role is cultivating and nurturing relationships with key industry influencers and media contacts. Strong Strategic Planning and Execution Skills: Ability to develop and implement long-term communications strategies aligned with organizational goals. Experience leading brand or movement positioning work, including creating toolkits and narrative training for internal and external stakeholders. Dynamism and strategic intelligence. Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex issues and develop data-driven solutions. We are looking for someone who is sharp in absorbing new information, evaluating that information strategically, and swiftly translating it to decision-making and action. Negotiation and Conflict Resolution: Strong negotiation skills and the ability to resolve conflicts effectively. Adaptability to change. We want our teammate to be highly adaptable and embrace change as a positive. Proficiency in technology, particularly in using team communications platforms and communications software. Desirable but not essential: ● Experience in B2B or policy communications ● Experience working within the reuse movement, including familiarity with current trends, key challenges, current and emerging players, complexities in adoption, and best practices. To Apply: The priority application deadline is September 25 at 5:00pm Eastern Time. The application will be open until the role is filled. Equal Employment Opportunity Upstream is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions at Upstream are based exclusively on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation and all other statuses as protected by the laws and regulations of the United States and/or the state of Maine. This search is being led by NRG Consulting Group. Reach out to Jaclyn Jones at jaclyn@nrgconsultinggroup.org with questions.

Coordinate project logistics, manage grants and contracts, support meetings and communication, and maintain operational systems for a faith-based democracy initiative. | 3-5 years nonprofit or campaign coordination experience, strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with digital collaboration tools, and comfort with faith-based or pro-democracy work. | Job Title: Project Coordinator, Powered by Faith Location: U.S., remote Position Type: Contract Reports To: Lead Organizer, Cheri Andes Preferred Start Date: early October Compensation: $8,500 monthly rate for 12 months with the possibility of renewal About Powered by Faith Powered by Faith is a time-bound strategic initiative mobilizing faith communities across traditions—Black churches, Evangelicals, Muslims, Jews, Catholics, Mainline Protestants, and interfaith organizations—to defend democracy and counter authoritarianism. Through mass organizing, coordinated campaigns, and shared moral leadership, Powered by Faith supports a diverse leadership cohort and builds infrastructure for lasting engagement by people of faith in public life. Rooted in values of love, justice, and inclusive democracy, the initiative operates with urgency over a 12–24 month window to activate the moral power of organized religion in defense of democratic norms. Position Overview We are seeking an extremely organized, systems-oriented and mission-aligned Project Coordinator to support the operational and logistical backbone of Powered by Faith. This person will be comfortable working in a start-up environment and work closely with the Lead Organizer and leadership team to ensure the initiative’s infrastructure runs smoothly. This will include coordinating across internal systems, external partners, and a diverse cohort of senior leaders with a focus on logistics and grants management. While this role is primarily administrative and coordination-focused, a strong understanding of programmatic priorities (e.g., faith organizing, democracy work, or narrative strategy) and experience with grant processes (submitting proposals, reports, supporting relationship management) will be essential to be most effective. Key Responsibilities • Project Coordination & Communication • Manage day-to-day coordination across internal team members, cohort leaders, and external partners. • Maintain calendars, timelines, and task lists to ensure all moving pieces stay aligned. • Support the preparation, scheduling, and facilitation of meetings, including supporting the preparation of materials, agendas, notetaking, and follow-up. • Operational & Logistical Support • Serve as main point of contact for operational coordination with the Amalgamated Charitable Foundation • Coordinate convenings (virtual and in-person), including tech setup, vendor management, contracts, materials preparation, and participant outreach. • Maintain clear documentation of plans, budgets, deliverables, and contracts in collaboration with the Lead Organizer. • Manage grant administration by liaising with the fiscal sponsor, Lead Organizer, faith leads, and funders—handling proposals, reports, timelines, and submissions. • Submit grants and supporting documents promptly and to high standards. • Ensure timely disbursement of grant funds to Powered by Faith leadership. Finalize and execute contracts with Powered by Faith leadership. • Administrative Backbone • Manage file organization, team tools, and project dashboards using platforms like Google Workspace, etc. • Assist with light editing, formatting, or production of memos, reports, and communication materials. • Track deliverables and timelines for cohort leaders, advisory team, and partner organizations. • Program Awareness & Alignment • Stay grounded in the core values, constituencies, and strategic priorities of the initiative to coordinate with context. • Anticipate needs and proactively support cross-faith alignment and cohesion as strategic interventions evolve. Ideal Qualifications • 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit, movement, or campaign environments with excellent administrative or coordination responsibilities. • Exceptional organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage complex workstreams and multiple stakeholders. • Clear, effective written and verbal communication skills, with an attention to detail and professionalism. • Comfort working with people of diverse backgrounds and deep respect for faith traditions and spiritual language. • Experience with digital tools such as Google Workspace, Zoom, Slack, Notion and project management platforms. • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote environment, while maintaining steady coordination with teammates. • Familiarity with or interest in faith-based organizing, narrative change, or pro-democracy efforts is a plus. To Apply To apply, please submit a resume and answer the questions. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This search is being led by NRG Consulting Group. Reach out to Jaclyn Jones at jaclyn@nrgconsultinggroup.org with any questions.