Communications Director

Maniilaq Association is a P.L. 93-638 Native/Indian Preference/EEO Employer

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Communications Director

Job Code:

2026:OTZ-110

Location:

Kotzebue, Alaska

Program:

Public Communication

FT/PT Status:

Full Time

Job Responsibilities:

Maniilaq

Association

06/26

Title: Communications Director

Range:

19

Program:

Public

Communications

Status:

Exempt

Housing Priority: None

Covered: Yes

POSITION

SUMMARY

The

Communications Director (CD) develops, plans, and implements communications

initiatives for Maniilaq Association that support a positive public image for

the organization across key stakeholders. The CD must be timely, versatile,

innovative, and creative in addressing needs. This position requires the ability

to work independently and develop communications appropriate for a variety of internal

and external audiences. This position reports to the Chief Compliance Officer.

PRINCIPAL

DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES

Works closely with Division

Directors and Program Managers to lead efforts to promote Maniilaq and its

services among communities, patients, employees, community leaders,

partners, news media, and other key stakeholders. This includes message

planning, asset development, and implementation.

Manages public relations

activities, including media relations, community relations, content

development, crisis communication, and executive communication to support

build and maintain a positive organizational brand, achieve Maniilaq

objectives, and advance organizational goals. Does so by maintaining a

schedule and supporting leaders in developing the organization’s annual

report, board meeting summary reports, and newsletters, among others.

Oversees all marketing

materials and digital tools (e.g., social media, website, etc.) to ensure

accuracy of brand and proper reflection of desired messaging.

Ensures all upcoming events

are well-advertised on the appropriate channels to inform and generate

interest.

Develops and implements

policies and procedures for the Communications Program—ensuring

consistent, coordinated use of the organization’s brand, including

development and production of promotional and collateral materials.

Ensures assets, including photography, videography, logos, and templates,

are current and applied professionally across the organization.

Fosters positive, professional

relationships with various members of the media, serving as a

first-contact and liaison between outside media and the organization. Arranges

media interviews.

Manages projects, defines and

maintains scopes of work for contracts with outside communication

agencies/contractors as needed (e.g., supporting the annual report,

website development, special projects). Responsible for ordering of all

advertising (i.e. posters, flyers, mailers) for productions.

Attends regular meetings of

the Maniilaq Board of Directors and shares communications written updates/reports.

Supervises Communications

staff.

Creates and manages the

department budget—managing resources effectively and continually evaluates

strategies to maximize impact.

Job Qualifications:

MINIMUM

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism,

Business or other relevant field preferred. Experience of 5 years directly related

to the position can be considered as a substitute for college degree. Strong

oral and written communication skills required. Must be able to discern the

role of Communications in a variety of situations and audiences. Ability to

travel, as needed. Valid Alaska driver’s license and a good driving record to

facilitate coverage by Maniilaq’s insurance.

Other Job Information (if applicable):

DISCLAIMER

The

above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work

being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to

be considered an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills

required of personnel in this job, and the employer reserves the right to

revise or change this description.  This description does not constitute a

written or implied contract of employment.  To perform this job

successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the

above essential duties and meet physical demands.  Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet

those conditions.