Manager or Associate Director, Field Communications

About the role

National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) seeks a field communications lead to amplify the stories of its growing network of local leaders and advocates nationwide. Working closely with regional directors, this role provides hands-on communications support and expands NCJW's earned media in local and state markets. It reports to the Vice President, Strategic Communications and may be hired at the manager or associate director level. Hybrid, with at least one day a week in the DC office.

Responsibilities: • Develop communications strategies that advance regional, state and local advocacy priorities • Produce messaging, talking points, press materials, op-eds, toolkits and digital content • Pitch local and regional reporters, place op-eds and prepare spokespeople • Coach and train regional directors and local leaders in storytelling and media skills • Surface compelling field stories for national channels

Requirements

• Manager level requires 4-7 years and associate director level 7-9 years in communications, PR, media relations, advocacy or nonprofit communications
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills
• Strong relationship-building skills with non-communications colleagues
• Appreciation for Jewish tradition, culture and community
• Willingness to travel
• Salary: Manager $70,000-$85,000; Associate Director $90,000-$120,000
• Benefits: 25+ paid Federal and Jewish holidays, retirement match, health, dental and vision insurance. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until October 25, 2026.