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Flamboyan Foundation seeks an enthusiastic, strategic, results-focused chief communications officer (CCO) to assist our efforts to ensure that all children in Washington DC and Puerto Rico receive a world-class education. The CCO will join our growing, visionary team and will be responsible for developing strategic outcomes for, implementing, and evaluating the success of Flamboyan’s external communications efforts in each geographic location and nationally.
The ideal candidate brings an exceptional track record in communications across all mediums (online, events, print, video, social), strong writing skills, a creative spirit and strong critical thinking skills. Further, candidates must be expert in their use of communications strategies and have proven experience evaluating the success of strategies to achieve outcomes. Successful candidates thrive in collaborative, supportive, fun environments while valuing hard work and achievement of results. A passion for education and social change is a must.
This position reports to the chief operating officer of Flamboyan Foundation and may be located in either Washington, D.C. or Puerto Rico (PR), at the candidate’s preference.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Communications
· Create and lead a cutting-edge communications strategy, including the development and execution of a comprehensive communications plan, to influence the public discourse on our work, including fostering awareness, understanding and belief in our work in each of our areas of focus for all locations of the organization (DC, PR, nationally)
· Create, manage and evaluate a superior media strategy including press and social media in each of our areas of focus for all locations of the organization (DC, PR, nationally)
· Provide hands-on leadership and direction in the creation of digital media products, such as videos and infographics, to advance our work in DC, PR and nationally
· Oversee the redesign, management and evaluation of Flamboyan’s website
· In partnership with team members, conceive of and spearhead special events, campaigns and initiatives to achieve organizational goals
Marketing
· Lead the development, launch, ongoing management, and evaluation of our burgeoning brand messaging strategy that enables our internal and external constituents to connect to the values and vision and mission of the organization
· Create measurable brand visibility and equity through development and ongoing content strategy and management of our website, materials, videos, events and collateral
· Train and develop staff’s consistent and accurate use of brand
Management
· Supervise and inspire the work of communications’ team members in DC and Puerto Rico
· In collaboration with the executive directors, professionally develop and ensure the satisfaction of communications’ team members
Requirements
Education and Experience
· Bachelor's degree required, masters desired
· Minimum 10 years professional experience in public relations, communications, public affairs or related field preferred
· Experience working within the education and philanthropic sectors preferred
· Experience working across cultural contexts required
· Senior management experience required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
· Deep passion for social change and the importance of education as an element of it required
· Demonstrable record of success in developing and executing successful communication strategies
· Nimble, responsive approach to implementing, evaluating, and iterating strategies and solutions
· Creative flair and intuition for thinking outside-of-the-box
· Expertise in visually telling a story desired
· Strong competency in media relations and familiarity with digital media preferred
· Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical skills
· Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English and skills in Spanish highly desired
· Proven ability to build collaborative, impactful relationships with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders
Compensation
Salary is based upon experience and includes full health benefits.
How to Apply
Please email your cover letter and resume to settleson@verizon.net Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis until the position is filled. Applicants should include the words “Flamboyan Chief Communications Officer” in the subject line of the email.
Flamboyan Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Flamboyan Foundation
Flamboyan Foundation envisions a day when children in Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico receive a world-class education. To make this vision a reality, Flamboyan brings strategic leadership and investment of time and money to solve some of the most deeply rooted educational challenges. We study the issues and work with our partners to develop creative solutions and put ideas into practice. We constantly learn from our experiences and adapt our work accordingly. The cornerstone of Flamboyan’s approach is hands-on, purposeful collaboration with nonprofits, school districts, educators, government and community leaders who share our commitment to and focus on achieving ambitious results to improve children’s learning.
In Washington, D.C., we are working to improve student outcomes by transforming the way families and educators work together. Research consistently shows family engagement accelerates student learning. However, districts, schools and teachers often do not know how to best partner with families and provide the information and support needed to help children succeed. We work with educators and other partners to learn about the most effective approaches to family engagement. We then build the capacity of teachers, school leaders and districts by providing the training, resources and on-the-ground support they need. We also invest in education advocacy efforts that enable families to attain the best possible public education for their children.
In Puerto Rico, Flamboyan Foundation is working to increase effective philanthropy. Puerto Rico’s unique environment has enabled us to explore ways in which individuals, foundations, government and nonprofits can make social investments towards solving some of the most difficult problems facing our society. In the area of public education the Puerto Rico office is looking into ways of supporting and celebrating excellence in teaching. In particular, we are looking at how teachers can further develop their skills, knowledge and approaches to working with students so that they all may succeed.
For more information please visit www.flamboyanfoundation.org