Senior Manager of Communications

About United States of Care

United States of Care (USofCare) is a non-partisan nonprofit on a mission to ensure that everyone has access to quality, affordable health care regardless of health status, social need, or income. At USofCare, we envision an equitable, easy-to-navigate health care system that provides all people with dependable, personalized coverage throughout life’s changes, and we have the approach and data to ensure that this future is possible.

In order to achieve our people-centered mission, USofCare has developed highly intentional organizational values and is committed to building a diverse team at all levels of our organization, cultivating an inclusive culture, and engaging with people who bring different perspectives and lived experiences to our efforts. We strive to pursue unity over uniformity and listen closely to the unique interests, abilities, needs, and backgrounds of every employee. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and communities to apply to join our growing team.

For more information about USofCare, please visit unitedstatesofcare.org.

The Opportunity

USofCare is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager of Communications to lead in crafting impactful communications strategies that disseminate our public opinion research, enhance our brand narrative, and position our leadership team as influential voices in the field. This position reports to the Director of Communications.

The Senior Manager is a strategic communicator who will develop and execute comprehensive communications plans that support the release of public opinion research and programmatic findings. They will translate complex public opinion, research, and policy work into accessible, engaging content for diverse audiences, including media, funders, elected officials, and other key stakeholders.

In this role, the Senior Manager will refine and enhance the organization’s brand, impact narratives, and messaging across digital and print platforms. They will provide mentorship and oversight to junior communications staff and collaborate across departments to align communications efforts with organizational goals.

The Senior Manager will collaborate with the Communications Director to design and implement a leadership strategy that elevates the organization’s visibility and credibility. This includes developing opinion pieces, speeches, and articles that position senior leaders as thought leaders in the field. They will coach and prepare senior leadership for media engagements, including interviews, panel appearances, speeches, and podcast recordings about our research work and brand.

Success in this role depends on the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have comfort with ambiguity and shifting priorities. The candidate should be able to work independently while engaging the team as needed to maintain alignment and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to ensuring everyone has access to quality, affordable health care.
• Dedication to operating in a diverse, bipartisan, learning atmosphere that explores multiple policy solutions to achieve our mission.
• Willingness to respect different points of view and experience working on a diverse team.
• Commitment to applying an equity lens in all work.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, or a related field, preferably with national nonprofits, foundations, or similar organizations.
• Proven track record in storytelling, brand, and narrative development.
• Excellent writing skills and expertise in translating technical or programmatic information into accessible and audience-focused messaging.
• Experience developing thought leadership strategies, including producing high-impact written collateral for executive leadership.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives and strategies.
• Ability to manage multiple communications projects simultaneously, maintaining attention to detail and adhering to deadlines.
• Background working with Meltwater, Mailchimp, and WordPress is preferred.
• Ability to remain flexible and enthusiastic about working in a startup environment and willingness to take on a wide range of tasks.

Work at United States of Care

USofCare is committed to equity in our compensation policy. The salary range for this position is $85,000-$95,000 annually, depending on experience and location.

USofCare offers a very generous benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403b retirement plan with match.
• Flexible paid time off.
• A full summary of benefits is available upon request.

This is a full-time, fully remote position. Candidates may be located anywhere in the United States, applicants located in the DC Metropolitan area are preferred..

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. United States of Care is unable to sponsor an immigration case to employ an applicant.

The position is open until filled, and the hiring committee will begin scheduling interviews by 2/17/2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

United States of Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a multicultural, diverse working environment. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply. We prohibit discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment based on gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Applicants should apply directly on our website at https://unitedstatesofcare.org/career/senior-manager-of-communications/?positionApplying=Senior+Manager+of+Communications