Communications Specialist

Hawthorne Lane; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

PTO

Strong work-life balance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A growing nonprofit organization in Washington, DC is seeking a skilled Communications Specialist to develop internal and external strategies to foster community relations. This role requires a bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience in communications or public relations. The successful candidate will manage communications materials, coordinate events, and maintain relationships with partners. Employees enjoy a close-knit culture, a strong work-life balance, and comprehensive benefits, with the flexibility to work from home twice a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or public relations with 2+ years of experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and media management tools.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare internal and external communications materials.
• Coordinate events and stakeholder meetings.
• Manage website updates and social media content.
• Build and maintain relationships with partner organizations.
• Conduct background research for outreach efforts.
• Compile reports on communications projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Technological proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Suite

Sprout Social

Hootsuite

WordPress

Mailchimp

Job description

Base Pay Range

$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

This fast‑paced, growing nonprofit is seeking a skilled Communications Specialist to foster community relations and develop internal and external communications strategies. The successful candidate is someone who has a flexible attitude, is highly proactive and motivated, and eager to take on a variety of tasks. If you have a background in communications/public relations and are excited at the prospect of joining a team that values professionalism, collaboration, and dedication to the organization’s mission, send in your resume today for consideration!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute both internal and external communications materials such as newsletters, reports, presentations, and memos.
• Coordinate logistics for community visits, events, stakeholder meetings, and engagement activities.
• Manage website updates and social media content, ensuring alignment with overall organization objectives and goals.
• Continually build and maintain relationships with partner organizations; represent the organization at community events and meetings.
• Support outreach and engagement efforts by conducting background research.
• Compile and create reports on communications and community projects, effectively summarize key trends and updates.
• Maintain and manage database of stakeholders, track trends within communications, and coordinate additional projects as needed.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Mission‑oriented nonprofit that highly values inclusivity and underserved populations.
• Close‑knit, casual office culture with strong work‑life balance and commitment to professional growth.
• Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) matching and PTO.
• This role is approved to work from home twice a week.

What We’re Looking For

• Communications experienced: you have a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two (2) or more years of relevant experience within communications, public relations or public affairs.
• Technologically skilled: you can easily navigate a variety of software platforms including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and media management platforms such as Sprout Social, Hootsuite, WordPress, and Mailchimp.
• Multitasker: you enjoy juggling competing deadlines and prioritizing tasks. Time management and problem‑solving are strengths of yours.
• People person: you have exceptional interpersonal skills and thrive as a member of a team, taking pride in fostering strong relationships with others.
• Go bag ready: this role will require some flexibility to travel within the US, and flexibility to attend meetings and events after regular business hours is also expected.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Marketing and Administrative
• Non‑profit Organizations