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About the Role

The Communications Manager will play a central role in the development and execution of WorkLife Law’s communications strategy, advancing our mission, amplifying our impact, and improving awareness of WorkLife Law and our services. This position will lead content development for our social media, email newsletter, website, press engagement, annual report, and public education materials and will take a hands-on role crafting compelling narratives and designs, incorporating stories to highlight our programs and impact. The Communications Manager will also work closely with WorkLife Law Co-Directors to develop and implement communications initiatives that support organizational, advocacy, and fundraising priorities, including drafting and editing content for donor communications and grant applications. This team member will regularly work in partnership with WorkLife Law’s Co-Directors to evaluate existing strategies, develop new approaches, identify opportunities to expand our reach, and strengthen the effectiveness of WorkLife Law’s communications.

Responsibilities

Develop effective communications strategies and messaging for varied audiences.
Collaborate with Co-Directors to develop and execute WorkLife Law’s communications strategy and related initiatives.
Perform day-to-day tasks to implement the communications strategy.
Synthesize achievements and capture WorkLife Law’s impact.
Develop compelling narratives and talking points to support WorkLife Law’s advocacy and fundraising goals.
Track performance across platforms, report results, and use data to refine strategies.
Identify opportunities to test new communications approaches, channels, and formats.
Draft and adapt content for WorkLife Law’s websites.
Manage website updates in WordPress, ensuring accuracy and usability.
Apply effective SEO, AEO and SMO to maximize reach.
Analyze and report on website performance and web traffic.
Manage presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, and other platforms.
Create and manage a comprehensive content calendar.
Produce high-quality content including copy, graphics, and short-form videos.
Grow WorkLife Law’s audience through effective communications strategies.
Manage WorkLife Law’s monthly email newsletter program.
Set up email messages in MailChimp and manage quality assurance.
Implement effective list growth strategies and ensure data hygiene.
Analyze and report on email performance.
Create engaging visual assets for websites, reports, and social media channels.
Liaise with external consultants for complex design needs.
Provide strategic input on messaging and communications priorities for press outreach.
Edit and co-author blogs, press releases, and related items.
Maintain and grow media lists.
Gather metrics from programmatic staff and manage database of achievements for grant applications.
Support the preparation of grant reports and funder communications.
Produce content that keeps donors apprised of WorkLife Law activities.
Develop communications that support fundraising and organizational priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least four years of communications experience.
Professional experience with non-profit social justice organizations strongly preferred.
Familiarity with the challenges facing family caregivers, pregnant people, people of color and/or women in the workplace and education.
Commitment to gender, racial, and class equity, disability and reproductive justice.
Exceptional writing and editing skills with an understanding of what works best in different channels.
Ability to quickly understand complex legal and social concepts and translate them for lay audiences.
Acute attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize time to meet deadlines for multiple projects.
Ability to create compelling visuals.
Ability to effectively use WordPress or similar web design program.
Ability to use Canva, Adobe Creative, or other design tools.
Proficiency with social media platforms.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to pick up other software and applications quickly.
Comfort analyzing performance data and metrics to shape communications strategy.
Ability to collaborate well with others.
Strong desire to work in a group that prioritizes open communication, work-life balance, personal health, and positive relationships.
Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred.
Resume.
Cover letter explaining interest in WorkLife Law and this position.
Three creative content samples (at least one writing-heavy, at least one visual).
Pre-employment background check.

Skills

Communications Strategy
Content Development
Social Media Management
Email Marketing
Website Management
Press Engagement
Graphic Design
Basic Video Editing
Fundraising Support
WordPress
Canva
Adobe Creative Suite
Microsoft Office Suite
SEO
AEO
SMO
MailChimp
Data Analysis

Location

Fully Remote

Work Type

Full-Time
1-Year Contract

Experience Level

At least four years of communications experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary/Compensations

$80,000-$90,000

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare, and dependent care expenses
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Legal Insurance
University of California Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan)
Deferred Compensation Plans/Pre-tax Retirement Savings Programs
Fifteen paid holidays per year
Three weeks' vacation
Three personal days
12 paid sick days per year
Flexible work hours

About the Company

WorkLife Law is a national advocacy and advocacy organization that advances gender and racial equity by strengthening legal rights for pregnant people and family caregivers.
Our work seeks to ensure all people have the freedom to build and maintain economic security through employment and educational opportunities, without having to sacrifice their health or their loved ones’ care.
As a center of the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco, WorkLife Law provides direct assistance to workers and students in need and addresses structural inequality by changing public policy at the state and national levels.
Current areas of focus include fighting for reproductive justice; preventing discrimination against family caregivers; promoting legal rights for pregnant and lactating workers; operating the nation’s only legal resource center for pregnant and parenting students; and ensuring equitable access to leave.

Equal Opportunity

WorkLife Law is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
We encourage applications from members of underrepresented communities and are eager to provide disability accommodations, when needed.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Please contact Human Resources if you require reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.
UC Law San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
UC Law San Francisco strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect.
UC Law San Francisco College of the Law is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching.
Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.