Communications Associate

Mazon; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life/Disability/AD&D

401K with employer match

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger seeks a Communications Associate to support a multi-faceted communications program promoting advocacy priorities, fundraising, and brand visibility. The role is based in Washington, DC, in a remote/in-office hybrid setup and is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

The position collaborates with the Director and Senior Manager to execute strategy, manage online content, monitor media, and produce newsletters and materials while upholding MAZON's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent.
• 1–2 years experience in nonprofit/public affairs communications.
• Experience with WordPress, Canva, Google Analytics, and social media management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day department projects, events, meetings, and general operations.
• Work with Senior Communications Manager to implement cross-channel communications strategy and PR tactics.
• Maintain MAZON's online presence, including website and social media; compile data on digital footprint.
• Monitor MAZON in the news and anti-hunger issues; identify opportunities to engage and raise visibility.
• Curate MAZON's story bank, media library, press lists, and editorial calendars.
• Draft newsletter articles, talking points, speeches, op-eds, infographics, blogs.
• Other duties as assigned; some nights and weekends may be required.

Skills

WordPress

Canva

Google Analytics

Social media management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Quorum

Tableau

Feathr

Job description

Join us in the fight against hunger. Every role at MAZON contributes to systemic change and lasting impact. See where your skills fit our team.

Inspired by Jewish values and ideals, MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger is a national advocacy organization working to end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds in the United States and Israel.

Formore than40 years, MAZON has worked to ensure that laws, policies, and regulations governing access to food are available, accessible, and meaningful to all those in need. Our focus areas include college students, immigrants, Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, military families, the people of Puerto Rico, single mothers, and veterans. Our efforts are designed to provide people with the resources they need in a manner that is dignified and without judgment.All people — regardless of circumstance — must have access to adequate, nutritious food, while retaining their choice, agency, and dignity.

MAZON is a leading national voice on anti-hunger issues. We work independently and in coalition with partners to protect and strengthen government nutrition programs that help people put food on the table, explore innovative solutions to persistent challenges to food security, and undertake unique strategies to bring such solutions to fruition. We educate communities across the country about the reality of hunger and how they can join us to help end it. We also provide funding to expand advocacy, training, and resources to nonprofit organizations across the United States and Israel, which includes a range of partnerships with local advocacy groups, food banks, legal-service organizations, and statewide coalitions.

Position Overview:

The Communications Associate helps implement a strategic, multi-faceted communications program designed to promote MAZON's advocacy priorities, raise funds, and grow brand visibility. The position is based in the organization's Washington, DC office in a remote/in-office hybrid environment. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Director of Communications, assists with day-to-day department projects, events, meetings, and general operations.
• Works closely with the Senior Communications Manager to implement cross-channel communications strategy and various public relations tactics to advance MAZON's advocacy, development, and programmatic goals.
• Executes systems to maintain and improve MAZON's online presence, including website and social media platforms. Compiles regular data and statistics about MAZON's digital footprint.
• Monitors MAZON in the news and anti-hunger issues in mainstream and niche media outlets, identifying opportunities for MAZON to engage, advance policy priorities, and raise visibility.
• Curates MAZON's story bank, media library (photos, videos, audio files, etc.), press lists, editorial calendars, and tracking documents.
• Helps draft newsletter articles, talking points, speeches, opinion pieces, infographics, blog posts, and other materials as needed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Some nights and weekends required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• At least 1-2 years of experience working in a nonprofit and/or public affairs organization, preferably in a communications role. Social justice, anti-hunger, public policy, or Jewish community experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with WordPress, Canva, Google Analytics, and social media management. Experience with Salesforce, Quorum, Tableau, Feathr, or similar systems is a plus.
• Excellent judgment, critical thinking, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Keen eye for design and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to take direction well, manage deadlines efficiently, work independently, and collaborate effectively with various teams and partners.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Deep commitment to MAZON's mission to end hunger.

Compensation and Benefits:

MAZON offers a compensation package with a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $64,000 annually.Employer-paid benefits include comprehensive medical insurance and Life/Disability/AD&D insurance.Other benefits include a401K plan with an employer match, FSA participation, dental, vision, and AFLAC insurance at a discounted group rate.MAZON offers a very generous vacation, sick time plan, and holiday schedule,including all major Jewish holidays.We close early on Fridaysin observance of Shabbat.We have a fun office environment (even virtually!) and a fantastic team who are dedicated to the meaningful work we do.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MAZON is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including people of color, people with disabilities, people of all gender identities, people of all races and national origins, veterans and LBGTQIA individuals. We strive for a diverse workforce, and we acknowledge that our diversity also comes from our experiences and perspectives. We want all staff and team members to be treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to ensuring that you can carry out your assigned mission in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

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