Impact Communications Manager | Brand & Storytelling

Hope Coop; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 PTO days per year (4 weeks & 1 day)

26 PTO days after 5th year (5 weeks &

11 paid holidays

Health insurance for employees

Job summary

Hope Cooperative seeks a Communications Manager to lead the organization’s mission, impact, and values through strategic communications. You will manage digital platforms, media relations, publications, and brand storytelling to engage community members, donors, and partners.

This role partners with the CEO and Board to amplify fundraising and program outcomes while maintaining a clear public voice. With a focus on housing stability, mental health recovery, and community empowerment, you will

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in communications, marketing, or public relations, ideally non-profit.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling across audiences and platforms.
• Experience managing digital platforms, social media, and content creation.
• Familiarity with donor communications and nonprofit fundraising preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual marketing and communications plans.
• Ensure branding consistency across print, digital, and media materials.
• Oversee website, social media, newsletters, and digital campaigns.
• Draft press releases, op-eds, and talking points for leadership.
• Coordinate media outreach for events, advocacy, and crises.
• Support fundraising campaigns and donor stewardship messaging.
• Provide staff training on communication tools and best practices.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Digital platforms

Social media

Content creation

Graphic design tools

Video production

Content management systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Public relations or marketing

Non-profit experience

Tools

Content management systems

Graphic design software

Video production tools

Job description

Hope Cooperative seeks a Communications Manager to lead the organization’s mission, impact, and values through strategic communications. You will manage digital platforms, media relations, publications, and brand storytelling to engage community members, donors, and partners.

This role partners with the CEO and Board to amplify fundraising and program outcomes while maintaining a clear public voice. With a focus on housing stability, mental health recovery, and community empowerment, you will