Director of Communications 

Candidates must desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and be successful in balancing multiple job tasks simultaneously.

What You’ll Do

Strategic Communication

Develop, organize, and implement a comprehensive branding and communications plan for target audiences including donors, member school leaders, member school alumni, university partners, corporate partners, religious sponsors and general community advocates. Manage contact lists for all target audiences.

Manage the network-wide implementation of and fidelity to the Communications Style Guide and disseminate updates with current and future Network schools.

Digital

Website: Manage copywriting, SEO optimization, and ongoing development and updates to internal and external websites.

E-Newsletters: Write, design, and publish all national office recurring e-newsletters for target audiences.

Social Media: Manage the national office’s social media platforms including Facebook (@CristoReyNetwork), Instagram (@cristoreynetwork and @cristoreynetworkalumni) and LinkedIn (Cristo Rey Network).

Manage and analyze metrics across all digital platforms to inform future communications and practices.

Public Relations 

Create and implement a series of targeted, focused public relations initiatives and media relation efforts to expand the awareness of the Cristo Rey Network.

Identify, secure, and manage speaking engagements and other related activity for the President and CEO, and other subject matter experts.

Design

Lead creative development of national office print and digital communications materials. Major annual publications include Annual Report and Alumni 40 under 40.

Support content development and production of resources requested by national office team, not limited to direct mail, video production, event promotion, and storytelling.

Professional Development

Mobilize and lead collaboration among network-wide communications cohort, comprised of colleagues from every Cristo Rey Network school.

Who You Are

Bachelor’s Degree

7+ years of communications experience

Strong computer and design skills (e.g. Canva, Google Workspace, CMS), comfortable with online applications

Meticulous attention to detail; results-driven and solutions oriented

Exceptional writing, editing, and oral communication skills

Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities, and complete work in a timely and accurately manner

Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills

Demonstrated commitment to the Catholic mission of the Cristo Rey Network

Job Location

This position is based in the Cristo Rey Network national office in downtown Chicago, IL 

Apply

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