Communications Associate

Position Title: Communications and Public Relations Associate

Supervisor: Senior Director of Communications

Who is EMPath?

Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) is a 200-year Boston-based nonprofit that transforms lives by partnering with families to move out of poverty and provides other organizations with the tools to do the same. As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines direct services, a global learning network, robust research, and advocacy, we offer a wide range of rewarding career opportunities.

What You'll Be Doing:

Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath) is searching for a communications and public relations professional whose primary focus will be helping to execute strategic communication plans to increase awareness, promote engagement, and build the reputation of the organization. This role includes content creation, media relations coordination, strategy development, internal and external messaging, and concept and idea generation.

Key Responsibilities:

Communications:

• Collaborate with program leads/teams to support strategy to promote EMPath programs, services and events.
• Write, edit, and manage content for the website, newsletters, brochures, and other collateral.
• Assist Sr. Director of Communications with maintaining organization-wide communications calendar.
• Use consistent messaging across all platforms and communications and, aligned with brand identity and voice.
• Support communication needs for internal audiences, including staff updates, HR communications and board materials, as needed.
• Assist with event promotion and communications related to fundraising and community events.

Public Relations, Media, Social Media:

• Regularly update EMPath database of local and national media contacts.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare clip reports.
• Assist with press releases and media advisories.
• Stay abreast of local/national media and contribute ideas for media coverage.
• Collaborate with Communications and PR Manager maintaining EMPath’s social media properties (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky). Includes writing and designing posts.
• Collaborate with graphic designers, photographers, and videographers when needed.
• Perform other duties to support the Advancement team as directed by the Sr. Director of Communications, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in nonprofit, agency, or mission-driven settings preferred.
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with media relations helpful, but not required.
• Proficiency in digital tools such as email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp), CMS (e.g., WordPress), and social media management tools.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Some design experience preferred, e.g., Canva, etc. And photography skills a plus.
• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and social impact.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your interest in the role, and 2–3 writing samples or a portfolio of relevant work. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Candidates submitting applications prior to January 26 will receive priority review. Interviews are expected to take place from end-January to early March, with the position targeted to be filled by the end of March.

WORKING HOURS:
Four-day workweek. Hybrid office environment: 2 days in-office in our Boston Seaport office, 2 days remote.

PAY TRANSPERENCY:
This role is budgeted up to $52,000 annually based on education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK CONDITIONS:
Position requires walking, sitting, bending, and light lifting (up to 25 lbs). Must be able to operate standard office equipment and work in a professional office environment. The ability to follow detailed verbal/written instructions are expected.

WHY EMPATH?

• The meaningful work: Disrupting poverty and supporting families on their path to economic mobility.
• Collaborative team culture: Join a passionate and mission-driven staff working together to achieve impactful goals.
• Commitment to learning: Access to professional development, internaltrainings, and tuitionassistance.
• Competitive benefits: Retirement planning, healthcare coverage, and more.

EMPath is committed to recruiting, hiring, and sustaining a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, sexuality, age, disability, or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/ADEA employer based in Boston, Massachusetts.
All offers of employment at EMPath are contingent upon a clear background check.