Volunteer Chief Public Relations Officer

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Celestial Manna is a faith-based 501 (c) (3) food recovery non-profit founded in 1986. Our primary mission is to help our neighbors who are food insecure. We recover food from grocery stores, restaurants and local farms that would otherwise be discarded and we share the harvest to communities affected by poverty.

Summary

Lead strategic communication efforts for Celestial Manna, ensuring impactful messaging, brand management, and stakeholder engagement. Oversee marketing initiatives to amplify organizational reach and impact.

Job Objectives

• Strategic Communication Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive PR strategies aligned with organizational goals to enhance visibility and reputation. Coordinate with leadership to ensure messaging consistency across all channels.
• Media Relations Management: Cultivate and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to secure press coverage and promote the organization's initiatives. Serve as the primary spokesperson when necessary.
• Brand Management: Safeguard and enhance Celestial Manna's brand identity through effective PR campaigns, content creation, and community engagement. Ensure all communications reflect Celestial Manna’s mission and values.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with VP Strategic Growth and Partnerships to engage with stakeholders including donors, partners, community members, and policymakers to foster relationships and support fundraising efforts. Develop communication strategies to maintain strong donor relations.
• Marketing Oversight: Direct the marketing team in developing and implementing marketing plans that support PR objectives. Monitor marketing campaigns' effectiveness and adjust strategies as needed to achieve maximum impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in public relations, preferably in the non-profit sector with a focus on social issues like food security.
• Strong media relations skills and ability to secure positive media coverage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strategic thinker with experience in developing and implementing PR and marketing strategies.
• Leadership skills to manage and mentor a team effectively.

Schedule: Flexible Hours - Fully Remote

Compensation: This is an unpaid volunteer position.