Communications Manager - Remote

About TINTA

TINTA (The Invisible Thread) is a global platform dedicated to supporting Indigenous Peoples, local community organisations, and their allies. Through a collaborative network, TINTA facilitates connections that promote advocacy, enhance visibility, and foster knowledge exchange to benefit people, nature, and the climate. TINTA works across continents to strengthen Indigenous and local organisations in forest and water ecosystems.

As we continue to evolve and expand our impact, we recognize the vital role that communication plays in driving our mission forward. We are seeking a Communications Manager to help oversee and ensure the successful implementation of our communications strategy. The role focuses on overseeing content production, coordinating outreach efforts, and ensuring that communication objectives are met, with a strong operational emphasis.

About the job

Tasks of the Consultant will be as follows:

Operational communications management

• Oversee the day-to-day implementation of TINTA’s communications strategy, ensuring alignment with the organisation's mission and goals.
• Manage the production of content, including press releases, newsletters, reports, and digital media, ensuring that materials are produced on time and to a high standard.
• Lead the execution of digital strategies, including maintaining the website and managing social media platforms, ensuring that TINTA’s online presence is consistent and engaging.

Content coordination and production

• Work with the Storytelling and Engagement Officer to ensure that stories and key messages are aligned with TINTA’s objectives and resonate with audiences.
• Supervise content production to ensure high-quality multimedia content is delivered on schedule.
• Ensure all communication outputs (e.g., blogs, reports, videos) are culturally appropriate and respectful of the communities TINTA serves.

External communications and media relations

• Serve as the point of contact for external partners and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and collaboration on joint projects and campaigns.
• Support external engagement activities, such as preparing materials for webinars, events, and presentations, and ensuring they are aligned with the organisation's objectives.
• Manage relationships with media outlets, coordinating outreach efforts to secure positive media coverage of TINTA supported initiatives.

Monitoring and reporting

• Track and report on the performance of communication initiatives, ensuring that key metrics (e.g., social media engagement, media mentions) are met.
• Provide regular updates on communication activities and progress to the General Coordinator, identifying any challenges and recommending adjustments.

Collaboration and coordination

• Coordinate with other areas to ensure alignment between communications and broader organisational goals, particularly in relation to fundraising, project development and advocacy efforts.
• Support Indigenous organisations in communication-related capacity-building efforts, including offering operational guidance on content production and media outreach.

Key Qualifications

• Proven experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in communications or public relations, preferably within nonprofit, Indigenous rights, or environmental sectors.
• Operational mindset: Ability to execute communication plans and oversee the day-to-day management of content production and outreach.
• Strong organisational skills: Experience managing multiple projects and ensuring content is produced on time and aligned with strategic goals.
• Content oversight and production experience: Proficiency in managing written, digital, and audiovisual content, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Digital communication skills: Experience managing social media accounts, websites, and digital outreach platforms.
• Cross-cultural communication: Experience working with Indigenous Peoples’ organisations or similar communities, ensuring content is culturally sensitive and respectful.
• Language skills: Working proficiency in Spanish and English is required, proficiency in French, or Portuguese is a strong advantage.

Job conditions

Location: Remote, with travel disponibility. Candidates must have the legal right to work as freelancers where they are located.

Reports to: General Coordinator

Working Hours: Estimated at 4 days / (28 Hours) / week

Type of contract: 3 months consultancy contract renewable up to 1 year or more depending on funding. For candidates with the right to work in France, a CDD is also possible.

Fee range: Professional fees in TINTA depend on internal pay policies including equity considerations and budget. The consultancy fees range for this position for someone based in the Global South region is between 33,600 Euros to 46,000 Euros/year and for someone based in the Global North is between 40,800 Euros to 55,200 Euros/year.

Benefits: According to Culture and Talend handbook and guidelines

To apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents before October 25th, 2024:

• A resume highlighting relevant experience.
• A technical offer outlining your approach to operational communications management.
• A quote for 28 Hs/week, 1 year contract
• Two references from previous employers or clients.

Applications should be sent to jobs@thisistinta.org with the subject line: "Application for Communications Manager Position."

Equal employment opportunities is a fundamental principle. We are committed to nondiscriminatory policies and embrace diversity, equality and inclusion.