Assist ABC’s Invasive Species Programs (e.g., Cats Indoors) and Advocacy teams with local, regional, and national communications needs that align with organizational mission and campaign goals.
Coordinate with policy and threats staff to create and implement communications strategies that target policy implementation and human behavior change objectives.
Identify opportunities for, coordinate the hiring of, and manage agreements with external vendors to help meet ABC’s communications needs in target markets (e.g., Hawaii).
Coordinate with division leadership and program staff to create clear, persuasive content for education and advocacy efforts, including but not limited to: Action alerts, campaign messaging, and advocacy toolkits; Fact sheets, policy briefs, and educational materials; Press releases, media statements, and Op-Eds; Website content and email communications.
Foster interdivisional collaboration and support, especially across policy, communications, and fundraising divisions.
Provide rapid-response communications during key policy moments or emerging issues.
Act as liaison with ABC’s Communications & Marketing team.

Bachelor’s degree in communications, nonprofit management, public policy, political science, natural resource policy or related field (or equivalent experience).
At least 2 years of experience in nonprofit communications, advocacy, or public affairs.
Excellent writing and editing skills with experience translating policy or issue-based content.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Thrives in a collaborative setting.
Works effectively in a mission-driven, fast-moving environment.
All remote and hybrid employees are required to have a stable and high-speed internet service provider in place prior to beginning work for ABC.
Authorized to work in the US or Permanent Resident.
Occasional air and car travel may be required with this position.
Background screening required.

American Bird Conservancy fosters a mission-driven, collaborative, and supportive workplace where staff are respected, empowered, and connected by a shared purpose.
ABC offers strong benefits, a 35-hour work week, generous leave policies, and flexible, remote-friendly work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance.
Excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, flexible spending accounts, and employer-matched retirement savings, flexible schedule, etc.
Paid vacation days (starting at 15 days annually and increasing to 20 days after 1 year of employment), paid holidays (including both US holidays and additional ABC holidays) and sick leave.
Lodging, meals, and transportation covered for work-related travel away from home where applicable.
Rental vehicle or personal mileage reimbursement where applicable.

Advocacy Communications Coordinator

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