We\'re seeking a Communications Manager who can help WE CAN increase awareness of our mission, programs, & impact across Cape Cod. As WE CAN celebrates its 25th anniversary & looks toward the future, this role will help shape how we tell our story, engage our community, & communicate the growing need for our services. This position combines strategic thinking with hands-on implementation, requiring someone who can develop communications plans, create compelling content, build community visibility, & manage the day-to-day activities that keep our communications efforts moving forward. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, relationship builder, & project manager who enjoys working in a collaborative environment & can translate complex issues into clear, engaging communications that connect with diverse audiences. This position offers the opportunity to play a central role in expanding awareness of WE CAN\'s impact, supporting organizational growth, & helping advance opportunities for women across Cape Cod. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Communications & Marketing Develop & implement comprehensive communications. marketing, & community engagement strategies aligned with WE CAN\'s mission, program initiatives, strategic priorities, & fundraising goals. Oversee organizational messaging, communications planning, & storytelling across digital, print, email, social media, media relations, & public-facing materials. Coordinate the work of external communications vendors, designers, photographers, & marketing partners as needed. Ensure consistent messaging, strong brand identity, & alignment across all external communications channels. Develop materials that strengthen participant, volunteer, donor & community understanding of WE CAN\'s mission, programs & impact. Manage communications & marketing budgets & ensure resources are used effectively & aligned with organizational priorities. Establish measurable goals to evaluate effectiveness of communication & engagement efforts & use data to inform future strategies. Community Engagement & Storytelling Manage media relations efforts, including press outreach, media partnerships, interviews, & public messaging. Develop compelling, mission-driven storytelling that highlights participant experiences, organizational impact, advocacy priorities, & community need. Collaborate with program staff to ethically & effectively share participant stories & program outcomes. Cultivate relationships with businesses, chambers of commerce, civic organizations, faith-based organizations, media, & community stakeholders to increase community awareness, volunteer engagement, sponsorship opportunities, & philanthropic support. Represents WE CAN at community meetings, events, & networking opportunities. Coordinate activities that enhance awareness of WE CAN?s mission & programs & increase awareness of issues impacting women on Cape Cod & WE CAN as a trusted voice in women?s empowerment & economic mobility. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Bachelor?s degree required; relevant certifications or advanced degree preferred. Minimum 4 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, marketing, public relations, nonprofit development, community engagement, or related fields. Demonstrated success implementing communications & public engagement initiatives. Experience supporting fundraising efforts such as securing corporate sponsorships, cultivating donor relationships, & grant writing preferred. Strong understanding of branding, public relations, media relations, & integrated communications strategy. Experience managing projects, vendors, campaigns, & multiple priorities simultaneously. Exceptional written, verbal, & interpersonal communication skills. Excellent organizational, relationship-building, & problem-solving abilities. See complete job description when applying. Apply by August 1st, 2026