Public Relations Strategist: Housing & Community Impact

Wheda; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

State Retirement plan

457 Deferred Compensation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation time

Job summary

WHEDA in Madison seeks a Public Relations Officer to lead media relations, strategic communications, and crisis planning. You will develop plans for product launches, announcements, and WHEDA’s impact, while coordinating messaging across channels.

The role focuses on storytelling that strengthens WHEDA’s visibility and credibility to internal and external audiences. You will craft executive remarks, talking points, speeches, and presentations for leadership, and manage relationships with media

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 8–10 years experience in PR or communications.
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• Knowledge of affordable housing, finance, and public sector government preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications plans for launches, announcements, and WHEDA’s impact; serve as primary media contact.
• Support press conferences and WHEDA annual conference; prepare executive remarks and briefing materials.

Skills

Public relations

Relationship management

Crisis communications

Written communication

Deadline management

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Media relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 8–10 years experience

Job description

WHEDA in Madison seeks a Public Relations Officer to lead media relations, strategic communications, and crisis planning. You will develop plans for product launches, announcements, and WHEDA’s impact, while coordinating messaging across channels.

The role focuses on storytelling that strengthens WHEDA’s visibility and credibility to internal and external audiences. You will craft executive remarks, talking points, speeches, and presentations for leadership, and manage relationships with media