Communications Manager

Conservation Voters New Mexico & CVNM Education Fund

. Develop, coordinate, and implement communication strategies to amplify CVNM’s vision, mission, and goals .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeSanta Fe • New Mexico • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $81,368 - $106,784 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing communication strategies, managing projects, and creating engaging content across various platforms. Strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and environmental advocacy, with proven ability to engage diverse audiences and stakeholders.

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Communication Strategy DevelopmentContent Creation Without AIProject ManagementMedia RelationsAdvocacy Campaign Experience

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Hard Skills

JournalismMarketingGraphic DesignVideo ProductionCopy-EditingSocial Media ManagementContent Project BalancingPublic EngagementCivic EngagementSpanish Proficiency

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationTeam CollaborationPresentation SkillsCultural Competence

Tools & Technologies

BlueskyFacebookInstagramSMS PlatformsVideo Editing Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseCOVID-19 Vaccination Proof

Industry Keywords

Environmental IssuesEquityInclusionDiversityPolitical EngagementNon-Profit EnvironmentCommunity HealthRural AdvocacyNew Mexico Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, coordinate, and implement communication strategies to amplify CVNM’s vision, mission, and goals
Manage communication projects and strategies
Oversee production of CVNM’s Conservation Scorecard
Coordinate with coalition partners and participate in meetings
Represent CVNM to external stakeholders
Design creative content and manage CVNM’s social media platforms, including Bluesky, Facebook, and Instagram
Launch and maintain an SMS platform to engage the public and membership
Create videos and/or graphics to support policy goals and connect decision-makers, donors, subscribers, and the public to CVNM’s work
Recommend and implement media strategies, including press pitches, editorial board meetings, and press events
Work with the Chief Operating Officer to design an annual communications plan and identify communications needs
Implement CVNM Action Fund communications strategy in election years
Manage endorsement social and press communications
Build and maintain relationships with reporters and newspaper outlets to secure media coverage
Manage day-to-day communications operations aligned with CVNM’s DEI commitments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 4+ years of experience in journalism, communications, and/or marketing
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to design and deliver creative content without the use of Artificial Intelligence (text, image and video)
Proven ability to balance multiple content projects
Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team
Comfortable presenting to multicultural audiences and collaborating with people in both group and one-on-one settings
Enthusiasm for and commitment to amplifying the voice and leadership of rural and/or communities of color in New Mexico
Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity
Interest in environmental issues impacting air, land, water, wildlife and community health
Strong understanding of how engaging the public in the political process can create policy change
Strong understanding of how voting and civic engagement can create policy change
Must be able to work a non-standard work week, including nights and weekends as needed
Both in-state and out-of-state travel may be required
Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable mode of transportation
Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccinations and booster by date of hire; proof of vaccination required
Preferred: Experience in advocacy, political or issue campaigns
Preferred: Familiarity with New Mexico’s diverse cultures and environmental issues
Preferred: Proficiency in Spanish
Preferred: Working in a non-profit environment
Preferred: Graphic design and/or video production knowledge
Preferred: Copy-editing experience and proficiency

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vacation and sick leave
401k
100% employer coverage of the premium for health, dental and vision insurance
Merit-based sabbatical program
35-hour work week
Opportunities for career advancement in advocacy, campaigns, operations, philanthropy, communications, and equity and culture
Hybrid work possible for the right candidate