Senior Staff Writer

Overview of the Position 

SFLA is seeking to hire a mission-driven and detail-oriented senior staff writer to join our newly formed Writing Team under the Marketing Department. Each staff writer will specialize in a specific content area(s) and work closely with the corresponding department to produce high-quality, on-brand written materials. The writer will report to the writing manager and will take full ownership of their content, including final sign-off and accountability for accuracy, tone, and timeliness 

Responsibilities  

Content Creation & Collaboration 

• Write and edit content tailored to a specific department or initiative (e.g., Programs, Development, Marketing, Policy). 

• Collaborate closely with assigned teams to understand messaging goals, campaign timelines, and audience needs. 

• Attend relevant team meetings to stay informed and aligned with departmental priorities. 

Editorial Ownership 

• Take full responsibility for the quality and completion of assigned content. 

• Sign off on final drafts, confirming readiness for publication or distribution. 

• Ensure all content aligns with SFLA’s Lexicon, Style Guide, and brand voice. 

• Proficiency in receiving direct and constructive feedback from executive staff and department heads. 

Content Types May Include 

• Emails, texts, and newsletters 

• Website and landing page copy 

• Fundraising and development materials 

• Training resources, reports, and Op-Eds 

• Video scripts, blog posts, and social media copy 

AI & Workflow Integration 

• Assist the Writing Director with owning, training, and managing the AI Agent within Microsoft Copilot.

• Create initial drafts using Copilot, leveraging its capabilities to accelerate content development by pulling from SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, organization websites and other content, as trained by the writing manager. 

• Conduct an editing pass through Copilot to ensure the work is accurate and aligned with the organization’s Lexicon and Style Guide. 

• Remain responsible for the final product, regardless of AI assistance. Copilot is a support tool, not a substitute for ownership or accountability. 

• Manage tasks and deadlines through Asana or other project management tools. ​​​​​​​

Position Details 

Position Type 

• This is a full-time salaried position working at least 40 hours per week. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.  

Supervisory Responsibilities 

• Reports to the writing manager. No direct supervisory responsibilities. 

• Will collaborate with other departments and department heads. 

Physical Demands 

• Must have the ability to operate technical equipment such as a computer and sit for extended periods of time.  

• Must be able to withstand long periods of driving. 

• Other physical demands may occasionally include: setting up displays, walking around campuses, standing during display times, walking outside for long periods of time (door to door canvassing) and participating in local and national pro-life marches. Must be able to lift 30 pounds. 

Travel 

• Travel to bi-annual team trainings in January and July is required 

Work Authorization 

• Must be able to successfully complete an I-9.  The I-9 is used for verifying the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. 

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications 

• Knowledge of grammar rules, including the Oxford comma 

• Strong writing, editing, and research skills 

• Experience in marketing, communications, or legislative affairs a plus 

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tasks and environments 

• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

• 2+ years of professional writing experience, preferably in nonprofit, advocacy, or mission-driven organizations 

• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to grammar, clarity, and tone 

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and project management platforms (e.g., Asana) 

• Experience with and willingness to learn and apply AI tools in the writing process 

• Experience in CoPilot AI Systems preferred, or the ability to adapt to further AI training.  

• Ability to rapidly produce content and efficiently respond to edits and changes 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments 

• Passion for the pro-life mission and alignment with the values of Students for Life 

Who Are We Looking For 

• A positive attitude, good problem-solving skills, and a passion for serving in the pro-life field are a must.  

• Must be teachable to learn SFLA technologies and platforms. 

• Candidates must be self- motivated and a good problem solver, have an entrepreneurial spirit, be an expert multi-tasker, maintain confidentiality, be able to work independently, and be a highly-organized person.  

• A positive, proactive communicator with a strong sense of ownership.  

• Someone who embraces our core values of excellence, tenacity, and innovation.  

• A self-motivated, organized team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.  

• Teachable and adaptable to evolving tools, platforms, and editorial standards.  

• Knowledge of politics and political vernacular that can be easily translated into written text.