Communications Manager

Job Description
Work with the Executive Director, senior staff, communications consultants, and research and policy staff to create and implement communications and media activities highlighting the work of FJP and its impact, including by developing and distributing media content, providing communications support to FJP leadership, and enhancing FJP’s social media and digital presence.
Develop and draft press releases, statements, op-eds, and other informational materials to enhance FJP’s public profile and to promote the work of FJP, including publicizing and photographing events.
Lead content development for FJP’s website and social media platforms.
Work with the Executive Director to develop and implement a communications strategy for FJP and its network to influence and shape the criminal justice policy conversation on both the national and local levels.
Research and assemble news-worthy items, including articles, posts, press releases and reports, related to innovative prosecution ideas and criminal justice reform and other related issues, to share with FJP stakeholders, leadership and staff.
Assist the Executive Director and other project team members with the development of FJP’s external face – including ongoing maintenance of the project’s website and social media platforms, and other public materials and communications.
Research and secure potential speaking opportunities and media placements for FJP executive leadership and provide media assistance and support for other public activities.
Interface with other communications and accountability projects aiming to advance justice system reforms.
Help develop and enhance FJP’s “library” of resource materials and identify other useful information and materials to share with elected officials and their staff.
Help manage the work of, and interface with, communications consultants and related independent contractors including videographers and photographers.
Domestic travel up to 10% of monthly time will be necessary for success in this position.
Evening and weekend work is sometimes required.
Other duties as may be from time to time assigned.