Manager, Programs Communications and Impact

The Boston Foundation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boston Foundation seeks a Manager, Programs Communications & Impact to serve as the embedded communications partner within the Programs department, translating the Foundation's work into compelling stories and audience-centered communications that advance understanding of its programmatic priorities and community impact.

This role develops clear narratives that help stakeholders understand partnerships and impact.

Responsibilities

• Translate the Foundation's work into clear, audience-centered communications that advance understanding of program priorities and community impact.
• Develop high-quality stories, case studies, presentations, and communications materials translating complex issues, investments, partnerships, outcomes, and insights into accessible content.

Job description

Manager, Programs Communications and Impact

Posted on July 29, 2026

The Manager, Programs Communications & Impact serves as the embedded communications partner within the Programs department, helping translate the Foundation's work into compelling stories and audience-centered communications that advance understanding of its programmatic priorities and community impact. This role develops clear, compelling narratives that help nonprofit partners, civic leaders, policymakers, donors, community stakeholders, and other audiences understand the Foundation's strategic priorities, partnerships, and impact.

As part of the Foundation's cross-functional editorial model, the Manager contributes to a shared pipeline of stories and communications while helping ensure consistency, cohesion, and quality across channels. The role also serves as a bridge between Programs and Marketing & Communications, bringing community perspectives into organizational storytelling.

This is a hands-on content creation role responsible for developing high-quality stories, case studies, presentations, and communications materials that translate complex community issues, investments, partnerships, outcomes, and insights into accessible and actionable content.