Are you a creative marketing/communications professional? Do you have a passion for advancing systemic change in the legal system and affordable housing?

We are currently in search of a Communications Associate for a Nonprofit Law and Policy Center located in Chicago, IL. This is a Full-Time, Hybrid, Direct-Hire Opportunity.

ORGANIZATION: Nonprofit Law and Policy Center

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

POSITION TITLE: Communications Associate

DURATION: Full Time, Direct-Hire

SCHEDULE: Hybrid (2 days in office, 3 days remote)

SALARY: $55,000 – 59,000/year

A Chicago-based nonprofit law and policy center dedicated to advancing racial, economic, and social justice is seeking a Communications Associate who is a highly organized, creative, and technical "doer" responsible for the daily execution of Impact for Equity’s digital and print communications. Reporting to the Managing Director of Development and External Relations, this role focuses on creating engaging content, managing our social media presence, maintaining our website, and providing logistical support for outreach and fundraising campaigns. The ideal candidate is a digital wiz who can translate complex ideas into "snappy" content and ensure our brand remains consistent and professional across all channels.

Benefits include an excellent benefits package with medical, dental, and vision plans, a 403(b) plan, paid time off and holidays, and a monthly cell phone stipend.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• 2+ years of professional experience in communications, marketing, or digital media
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Marketing, or a related field (or 2+ years of equivalent professional experience)
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences
• High proficiency in Canva or Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with WordPress or a similar CMS
• Familiarity with email marketing software and social media scheduling tools
• Strong analytical skills with experience using Google Analytics and social media reporting tools are a plus
• Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to troubleshoot issues, utilize available resources, and seize opportunities to develop innovative solutions
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and keep a content calendar moving

 How You Will Spend Your Day:

• Collaborate with the Managing Director of Development and External Relations to implement the communications strategy
• Lead content creation and social media by drafting, scheduling, and posting content across all platforms (LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Instagram, BlueSky, etc.)
• Monitor engagement and respond to comments/messages
• Use Canva or Adobe Creative Suite to produce high-quality social media tiles, event flyers, slide decks, and basic infographics
• Build and distribute monthly newsletters and action alerts using Constant Contact. Manage and segment contact lists to ensure high deliverability
• Edit photo and video content provided by staff from events and meetings; perform basic video editing for social clips
• Perform regular "back-end" updates to the WordPress site, including posting blogs, updating staff bios, and uploading new content
• Maintain an organized digital library of logos, staff headshots, project photos, and brand templates
• Monitor news alerts for mentions of the organization or relevant policy issues; maintain a "clippings" file of all media coverage
• Draft initial versions of press releases, blog posts, and event descriptions
• Act as the final "eyes" on grammar and house style for all outgoing materials
• Assist in the development of the organization’s annual report, as well as other print and digital publications, as assigned
• Research and update media databases; build targeted press lists for specific campaigns
• Analyze engagement data to identify which types of content (videos, blogs, graphics) resonate most with our followers and use those insights to suggest improvements to the posting schedule and content mix

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