Position Description
The Communications & Community Engagement Manager (CCEM) is a critical member of the Methow Valley Citizens Council (MVCC) team, working collaboratively within the organization to support, develop and execute advocacy strategies through brand, content, narrative, outreach, and membership acquisition initiatives. Overseeing a wide range of activities – including social media, content creation, email marketing and website management – the ideal candidate brings an enthusiasm for the MVCC mission, an ability to build trust and drive action through messaging, and a fluency in digital marketing.

The CCEM is responsible for embedding advocacy across the organization through a mix of communications strategies including education, engagement, and direct action. They will work closely with the Executive Director and program staff to drive an impact-centered narrative tailored to a variety of audiences, including donors, funders and stakeholders, MVCC members, prospective members, partner organizations and the community at-large.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with supporters through creative content, optimize digital platforms for advocacy, and grow the organization’s influence and audience.
• Develop and execute digital media strategies across major platforms, including short-form video content and static posts; adapt advocacy, fundraising and editorial material for digital audiences.
• Manage and monitor public-facing communications channels, including social media, enewsletters, action alerts, website, and print publications.
• Collaborate with Executive Director and program staff to identify and create stories that increase engagement, awareness and interest in MVCC.
• In collaboration with key staff, plan and manage a global editorial calendar.
• Attend in-person activities and events to capture photography and video for use in social media; oversee community tabling strategy.
• Create branded presentation slides, flyers, documents, graphic assets and templates. 
• Serve as production manager for MVCC publications and brand collateral.
• Manage external creative vendors (photographers, designers, videographers, writers, etc.)
• Support MVCC with copy preparation, editing and proof-reading.
• Monitor relevant environmental news, legal notices, and accounts.
• Organize and manage creative and brand assets.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Desired Qualifications, Experience, and Competencies
Even if you don’t meet all the qualifications, we encourage you to apply if your experience has provided you with a strong understanding of environmental advocacy, organizing, or digital marketing.

• Familiarity with and demonstrated passion for the mission of the Methow Valley Citizens Council
• At least 3 years’ professional experience in communications, marketing, or related field
• Data-driven and metric-oriented
• Experience in digital media strategy and planning; understanding of emerging trends
• Strong story-telling and content creation skills
• Proficiency with email marketing standards and tools
• Proficiency with graphic design tools (Adobe Creative Suite)
• Experience with Content Management Systems and CRMs
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adhere to deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff members, partners and vendors
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Resourceful self-starter
• Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations
• Experience with Google Tag Manager and Analytics a plus. 

MVCC’s current technical environment includes Microsoft Office, Teams, WordPress, Trello, MailChimp and Little Green Light.