The Role
Support day-to-day communications operations: coordinate meetings, draft and edit external and internal content, manage review workflows, maintain media and spokesperson databases, update website content, distribute daily news bulletins, assist social media and performance tracking, and support cross-functional campaign execution.
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JOB SUMMARY:
The Communications Coordinator supports the daily operations of the communications team responsible for advancing Truth Initiative’s mission through strategic communications. Designed for an early-career professional looking to build a strong foundation in communications, this role provides hands-on, cross-functional experience across key disciplines, including media affairs, editorial content, social media, internal communications, and digital strategy. Working under the guidance of the Senior Manager, Brand, Communications and Marketing, the Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the timely and cohesive execution of communications initiatives that promote Truth Initiative’s goals and activities, while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (*ESSENTIAL DUTIES):
This position is based in Washington, D.C. with a hybrid work schedule of three days in the office and two telework days.
COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
The salary range for this role is starting at $60,000-$62,000 per year on a national basis. Individual pay decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to qualifications for the role, relevant work experience, skillset, internal equity, location, and certifications, consistent with applicable law. Salary is just one part of our total rewards package which additionally includes performance bonus for eligible roles, and competitive benefits.
The Communications Coordinator supports the daily operations of the communications team responsible for advancing Truth Initiative’s mission through strategic communications. Designed for an early-career professional looking to build a strong foundation in communications, this role provides hands-on, cross-functional experience across key disciplines, including media affairs, editorial content, social media, internal communications, and digital strategy. Working under the guidance of the Senior Manager, Brand, Communications and Marketing, the Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the timely and cohesive execution of communications initiatives that promote Truth Initiative’s goals and activities, while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (*ESSENTIAL DUTIES):
- Provide operational and logistical support for cross-functional communications initiatives, including coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, capturing meeting notes, and tracking follow-up actions to support effective collaboration across departments. *
- Assist in drafting, editing, and proofreading a variety of communications materials for internal and external audiences, including press releases, media pitches, newsletters, website content, social media copy, and other communications assets. *
- Coordinate the review and approval process for communications materials by routing content through internal stakeholders, tracking feedback, incorporating revisions, and ensuring projects move efficiently while meeting deadlines. *
- Support the planning, coordination, and execution of departmental activities to ensure timely delivery of projects, including contributing to content calendars and project management tools for communications deliverables. *
- Manage the distribution of a daily news bulletin to staff spotlighting top organizational media mentions and industry news. *
- Maintain and regularly update media contact and distribution lists, assist in pulling background and briefing documents on reporters, and support press release distribution.
- Manage, maintain and steward a database of spokespeople, including teachers, students, and young adult advocates.
- Manage tracking system for updating and archiving website content, ensuring content stays up to date.
- Assist in tracking and compiling performance metrics for communications initiatives, helping measure the effectiveness of media relations, digital content, and other communications efforts.
- Assist in drafting and development of social media content with guidance and input from the team.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Health, Journalism, Marketing, or related field preferred.
- 1–2 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, content development, marketing, or related roles.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with outstanding attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with productivity tools such as Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with social media platforms, content management systems, or project tracking tools.
This position is based in Washington, D.C. with a hybrid work schedule of three days in the office and two telework days.
COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
The salary range for this role is starting at $60,000-$62,000 per year on a national basis. Individual pay decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to qualifications for the role, relevant work experience, skillset, internal equity, location, and certifications, consistent with applicable law. Salary is just one part of our total rewards package which additionally includes performance bonus for eligible roles, and competitive benefits.
Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume here
OR
mail application materials to:
Human Resources
Attn: Communications Coordinator
900 G Street, NW
Fourth Floor
Washington, DC 20001
Fax: (202) 204-5214
No telephone calls please.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability.
OR
mail application materials to:
Human Resources
Attn: Communications Coordinator
900 G Street, NW
Fourth Floor
Washington, DC 20001
Fax: (202) 204-5214
No telephone calls please.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Health, Journalism, Marketing, or related field
- 1-2 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, content development, marketing, or related roles
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with outstanding attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with productivity tools such as Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with social media platforms, content management systems, or project tracking tools
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The Company
What We Do
Truth Initiative is America’s largest nonprofit public health organization dedicated to a future where tobacco and nicotine addiction are things of the past. Our mission is clear: achieve a culture where young people reject smoking, vaping, and nicotine. The truth about tobacco and the tobacco industry are at the heart of our proven-effective and nationally recognized truth® public education campaign, our rigorous and scientific research and policy studies, and our innovative community and youth engagement programs supporting populations at high risk of using tobacco. The Washington D.C.-based organization, formerly known as Legacy, was established and funded through the 1998 Master Settlement Agreement between attorneys general from 46 states, five U.S. territories and the tobacco industry. More than 100 talented individuals with expertise including law, policy, communications, marketing, academia and research work at Truth Initiative. We encourage you to learn more about our work speaking, seeking and spreading the truth about smoking, vaping, and nicotine by visiting truthinitiative.org.
