Sandy Hook Promise (SHP) is a national nonprofit organization with a mission to end school shootings and create a culture change that prevents violence and other harmful acts that hurt children. Through its life-saving, evidence-informed “Know the Signs” prevention programs, SHP educates and empowers youth and adults to recognize, intervene, and get help for individuals who may be socially isolated and/or at risk of hurting themselves or others. Through nonpartisan policy and partnerships, SHP advances gun safety, youth mental health, and violence prevention education at the state and federal levels that protect all children from gun violence in their schools, homes, and communities. SHP is led by several family members whose loved ones were killed in the tragic mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012. Make the Promise at www.sandyhookpromise.org.

Manager, Communications

About Sandy Hook Promise
Sandy Hook Promise (SHP) envisions a future where all children are free from school shootings and other acts of violence. As a national nonprofit organization, SHP’s mission is to educate and empower youth and adults to prevent violence in schools, homes, and communities. Creators of the lifesaving, evidence-informed Know the Signs prevention programs, SHP teaches the warning signs of someone who may be in crisis, socially isolated, or at-risk of hurting themselves or others and how to get help. SHP also advances school safety, youth mental health, and responsible gun ownership at the state and federal levels through nonpartisan policy and partnerships.

SHP is led by several family members whose loved ones were killed in the tragic mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012. 

Commitment to Belonging, Community, Engagement, and Respect 
SHP strives to ensure its culture and work environment reflect the values of belonging, community, engagement and respect. We actively seek to understand and respond to the diverse perspectives and lived experiences of individuals across socioeconomic backgrounds, rural and urban communities, and diversity of thought, in addition to traditional protected categories. We are committed to ensuring that every SHP employee feels heard, valued, and a true sense of belonging. SHP encourages individuals who share our commitment to these core values and to our mission to apply.  

About the Role
The Manager, Communications will play a key role in shaping and executing content strategies that support SHP’s mission. This position will be responsible for managing content development, organizing and curating stories and archives, and ensuring consistent messaging across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and editor, highly organized, and passionate about using communications to drive social change.

This role reports to the Director of Communications and interacts regularly across departments to support organizational reach and engagement goals.

Location
We are a U.S.-based organization and most of our staff work remotely. This role will require less than 15% travel on an as-needed basis.

Job Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to)

Write, edit, and proofread a wide range of content, including stories, campaign materials, advocacy messages, and research summaries.
Copyedit and quality-check communications, content, and program curriculum materials to ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
Support internal messaging and communications to ensure alignment across teams and channels.
Maintain and improve systems for organizing, archiving, and repurposing content for ease of access and strategic reuse.
Collaborate on the creation and upkeep of program and curriculum materials to keep content relevant and up to date.
Develop messaging to support SHP programs, policy efforts, and campaigns, tailored to key audiences.
Contribute to planning and execution of campaigns that drive engagement and program participation.
Track and analyze content and campaign performance, offering insights to inform strategy.
Manage outbound communications such as email and text messaging with clear, accurate, and actionable content.
Identify opportunities for awards, partnerships, and influencers to increase SHP’s visibility, reach, and impact.

Desired Skills and Experience

A commitment to SHP's vision and values.
At least 5 years of experience in communications, content development, or a closely related field.
Proven ability to write, edit, and proofread high-quality content with clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
Demonstrated experience managing content systems, story banks, and/or libraries for easy access and reuse.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Solid understanding of nonprofit communications, advocacy, or education-related content strategies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and content or document management tools.
Experience with email marketing platforms, digital communication tools, and Wordpress is a plus. (e.g., CRMs, CMSs).
Clear communicator and team player, able to synthesize multiple inputs and translate into effective messaging and communication assets.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance across all content types.
Performs other duties as required.

Benefits and Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000.
(SHP follows a strict internal rubric to help guide salary placement and ensure equitable pay amongst new hires and current staff. New hires should expect to be brought on at the start of the range, except in extenuating circumstances.)

SHP offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Unlimited PTO
- Flexible schedules
- Paid holidays and 10 days sick leave
- Paid parental leave
- Health, dental, and vision
- Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability
- 401k match
- Professional development stipend
- Wellness & mental health support
- Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program.

Our organization operates within a distributed workforce, allowing for location flexibility across the country for most positions. We provide remote office support for all staff, which includes a laptop, home office reimbursement, monthly Wi-Fi reimbursement up to $40, and monthly cell phone reimbursement up to $50.

Additional Instructions

Internal applicants have until Monday, June 16, 2025 to submit their application. Please contact HR once you have applied.
All other applicants have until Monday, July 13, 2025 to apply.
Survey forms are being sent as a supplement to all applications. Please be sure to fill these out within 5 business days to ensure quicker processing.

Equal Opportunity Employment 
SHP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be an employer of choice: where a diverse mix of talented people want to come and do their best work. SHP does not make employment related decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are focused on promoting multiculturalism and inclusion so that all SHP employees feel valued and respected. We believe deeply that a diverse workforce comprised of people of all beliefs, backgrounds, and life experiences who seek to prevent gun violence and stop the tragic loss of life will make SHP a stronger, more effective organization. 

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