Communications Manager

AHC Inc. seeks a self-starter with strong communication and marketing skills to join our Community Relations team.

AHC is a nonprofit developer of affordable housing communities in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and provides social services and education programs to help residents thrive. We hire individuals who want to work in a dynamic, diverse environment and embrace our resident-centric mission.

About the Team

The Community Relations department provides communications, community engagement, and fundraising. The department strengthens support for AHC’s mission through external communications, branding and marketing, fundraising, strategic partnerships, and engagement among AHC staff, residents, and other community partners.

About the Job

The Communications Manager is key in promoting and building awareness of AHC and its many programs and projects. The communications function manages AHC’s public relations and communications program, including social media, publications, the website, crisis communications, and media relations. This position reports to the Director of Communications and collaborates with community engagement, fundraising, resident services, real estate, and other divisions of AHC.

Primary Responsibilities

Writing

· Write e-newsletter and website content, social media posts, and other creative content to promote AHC news, activities, and fundraising appeals.

· Research and write stories and news releases highlighting AHC’s projects, programs, and initiatives. Use creative storytelling techniques that generate engagement.

· Edit messaging, remarks, and materials for AHC presentations, events, and AHC community activities.

Digital Media

· Maintain AHC’s digital presence, including the website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube accounts.

· Lead development of a monthly e-newsletter, including content, distribution, and analytics review. Help execute donor email and social media appeals.

· Develop topical or theme-based social media campaigns.

· Record and edit short videos to respectfully tell impactful stories in social media, website, monthly e-newsletter, advocacy, and fundraising materials.

· Help assess the effectiveness of digital communication strategies and techniques.

Graphics

· Design social media campaigns and special emails.

· Create graphics for social media posts and other materials.

· Develop flyers, slides for presentations, and donor email appeals.

Events

· Provide communications support for events, including the Annual Meeting each October, grand openings 1-2 times a year, and activities at AHC communities.

· Take photographs and/or videos at events for use in communication products.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in communications or marketing.
• Excellent writing, proofing, and editing skills – detail-oriented.
• Basic graphic design skills.
• Photography and video editing experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite; communications software such as Adobe Photoshop, Animoto, Canva, and Constant Contact; and CMS systems such as Wix or WordPress.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Undergraduate degree preferred.

Working at AHC

AHC has a Hybrid Work Schedule with staff working onsite on our core days (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday). Staff may work remotely on Wednesday and Friday.

AHC is committed to promoting Equity in our work. Systemic inequity is a reality. As such, central to our mission is that we address it in whom we hire, how we engage with the community, and with whom we partner. We strive to advance initiatives that promote more equitable access to resources for residents and neighborhoods served by AHC, and we will accelerate our mission by advancing diversity, equity and inclusion among our industry peers and business partners.

How to Apply:

For immediate consideration, please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please make sure to submit a cover letter when applying.

Learn more about AHC by visiting our website www.ahcinc.org.

AHC Inc.