Manager, Communications Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

Job Description:

Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizationdedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that createsopportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment,leadership development, inclusive living, and family support forindividuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities(IDD).Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to endingthe social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 millionpeople worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities(IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningfulfriendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communicationand advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offeringsupport for their families.

Job Title:

Manager, CommunicationsDepartment:

Strategic Development and Marketing Reports to: VicePresident, Communications of direct reports: 0

Salary Range:

$50,000 – $55,000 Revised date: 5/1/2025 Position overview: TheManager, Communications, works with the Vice President,Communications handling internal and external media andcommunication efforts for Best Buddies International. Candidatesmust be collaborative in nature and equipped with a strong workethic. As a member of a small team, this position will provideintense exposure to the field of communications. On-the-jobtraining will be provided and quick learning is required. Thisposition also requires maintaining strong cross-departmentcollaboration with other teams where there is an overlap or synergyin communication touches, working directly with staff who overseeBest Buddies’ website, email, social media, stewardship, andsponsor relations efforts. This position requires 25% travel forwork-related events and will include extended hours/nights/weekendsas needed during special events.

Job requirements:

3 years ofprofessional experience in either Public Relations, CorporateCommunications, Media Relations, Journalism or another relatedfield BA/BS degree required Excellent writing andproofreading/editing skills Strong command of AP Style Knowledge ofthe media, including the ability to differentiate between news andnon-news events Ability to write and pitch press releases for mediaoutreach Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, WordPress blog,Media monitoring database and Excel Efficient and effective projectand time management skills, including detailed follow-up Ability tobuild and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, as wellas media leads at partner/sponsor organizations Keep up withcurrent events and scan the media for opportunities to place BestBuddies (staff/key supporters) into stories about philanthropicorganizations, key fundraising events, human interest stories, etc.

Experience writing and submitting award entries Ability to thinkquickly and work well in high pressure situations such as liveevents, crisis communications, newsworthy and press opportunitieswhere Best Buddies is involved Ability to thrive, multi-task and beflexible in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment Commitmentto the goals, values, and mission of the organization ProgramsServe as the PR liaison between Best Buddies headquarters and stateoffices; Provide public relations support to state offices andoversee the production of public relations materials for alloffices and departments Grow earned media coverage for Best Buddiesnational events including the Best Buddies Challenges and BestBuddies Friendship Walks Support the planning of donor stewardshipand End-of-Year campaigns by assisting the VP, Communications withmessaging and implementing digital tactics (email/social media)Development Deliver sponsor benefits to assigned media sponsors atmajor events throughout the year Maintain yearly internal editorialcalendar for media sponsors and press opportunities Oversee contentcreation of donor centric stewardship emails, mailers, templates,and social media posts as needed Communications Assist withdrafting press releases, media advisories, annual report content,website and social media copy, email campaigns as well as othercommunication documents Assist with the development, distribution,and execution of BBI’s Annual Report Maintain consistent use offacts, figures and language throughout organization througheffective internal communications tools Monitor news clips inreal-time and distribute news clips to keep senior leadership teamfully informed and engaged about earned media stories and BestBuddies in the news Identify sources for compelling content to beused in email campaigns, annual reports and website Ensure allstaffers adhere to organizational style and brand guidelinesOperations Assist with tactical PR plan for special events andfacilitate the needs of attending media Finance Assist VicePresident, Communications, in optimizing donated dollars andin-kind assets to maximize visibility Best Buddies® is anaffirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M/F/V/PWD/PVemployer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to BestBuddies International’s core values and help the organizationcontinue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal isto lead and advocate for a more inclusive world.

Best Buddies offersa comprehensive and generous benefits program that includefinancial security, health and wellness and time off. CB