We are seeking a passionate professional to serve as our Communications Manager. The communications team is responsible for media relations, publications, digital storytelling, advertising, marketing, and messaging for the organization and its campaigns. This position will report to the Associate Director.

Candidates should have a minimum of three years of experience in journalism, public relations, online campaigning, or a related communications field. They should also have a record of success working with print, broadcast, and online media to effectively and proactively frame issues and drive coverage. Proficiency with online campaigning tools and an eagerness to learn and manage systems are essential.

We are looking for someone to whom clear and compelling writing comes naturally and who believes strongly in the importance of our mission to defend the rights of Indigenous peoples and protect the Amazon rainforest. Fluency in English and Spanish is required and Portuguese is highly preferred.

This is a full-time position based in our Oakland, CA headquarters.

Summary

Roles and responsibilities:

Cultivate and manage media relations; maintain media contact database
Respond to media, academic, and information requests; serve as spokesperson
Develop talking points, statements, and messaging to effectively and proactively frame issues and drive coverage
Help maintain strategic and collaborative communications calendar
Create and/or edit and distribute press releases and media updates
Create and/or edit material for publications such as blogs, reports, briefing papers, etc.
Assist in the preparation and production of development materials (annual report, event publications, etc.)
Manage flow of original content between creators, online department, and organizational archives
Develop/implement special projects such as videos, special reports, etc.
Seek outside outlets to publish AW staff content and write and/or edit such content
Monitor media coverage on core issues and campaign targets; use tracking tools to provide metrics and reports to support campaign and organizational objectives
Support the writing of communications-specific grants, crowdsourcing, and other relevant funding opportunities

Qualifications:

Minimum three years of experience in journalism, public relations, online campaigning, or related communications field
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to draft documents under tight deadlines
Solid copy-editing skills; strong attention to detail
Experience using and managing databases including Cision or online media database systems
Experience using Facebook, Twitter/X, and Instagram, and ongoing interest in staying abreast of cutting-edge digital platforms
Effective team player with the ability to work and think independently
Good organizational skills, demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and creativity
Desire to work with Indigenous and affected communities and personal passion for our mission
Bilingual English/Spanish required (Portuguese also highly desirable)

Additional qualifications:

Experience developing and implementing online campaign strategies
Working knowledge of image processing, video editing, and desktop publishing
Multimedia and website management skills are highly desirable
Familiarity with Google Apps, Slack, Zoom (including webinar features) Asana, YouTube live streams, and other online document sharing platforms (e.g. Social Press Kit)

Compensation Information

$86,000 - $91,000 annually (Amazon Watch is on a mission to create an inclusive financial future, with transparency at its core. We consider a wide variety of elements when creating our compensation ranges and total compensation packages.)

The compensation range is specific to Oakland, CA. Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to: relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, and other business and organizational needs.