HOPE is hiring a Communications and Program Manager!

Position Title: Communications and Program Manager

Employer: HOPE Partnership, Inc.Location: Madison, Connecticut (Lower Middlesex County and Shoreline region)Schedule: Salaried part-time, 20 hours/week | Flexible, hybrid M–F schedule with occasional evening meetingsCompensation: $35,000–$40,000 annually, commensurate with experienceBenefits: Paid vacation and holidays

About HOPE Partnership

HOPE Partnership, Inc. is a small but active regional nonprofit organization dedicated to developing, owning, and facilitating affordable housing in the lower Middlesex County and shoreline region of Connecticut. HOPE Partnership is currently based in Madison.

Position Overview

The Communications and Program Manager will be responsible for strategizing and executing all external and internal communications for the organization. External communications include, but are not limited to, those made to members of the public, tenants, vendors, government officials, development partners, funders, donors and press. Internal communications include those made among staff, the Board of Directors, volunteers, and the Advisory Council.

Program-related responsibilities will include oversight for a third-party property management vendor who manages HOPE’s properties and tasks related to the operation of affordable housing units. There will also be required administrative and event-planning work related to the operation of a non-profit. HOPE is a very small organization, so this role is best suited for a seasoned, self-starting professional who is comfortable with a fluctuating workflow.

Key Responsibilities

Communications

• Develop and implement strategic communications plans across all platforms

• Draft, edit, and disseminate communications to external audiences, including the general public, tenants, funders, donors, vendors, development partners, media, and government officials

• Manage internal communications among staff, Board of Directors, volunteers, and Advisory Council

• Create and distribute newsletters, press releases, donor materials, and annual impact reports

• Maintain and update the organization’s website and social media channels (Facebook, Instagram)

• Support the planning and promotion of special events and public outreach campaigns

Program & Operations

• Oversee and liaise with HOPE’s third-party property management vendor to support day-to-day operations of affordable housing units

• Assist with nonprofit administrative tasks as needed

• Contribute to event planning, data tracking, and stakeholder engagement

• Maintain organized records and assist with reporting obligations to funders or partners

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public policy, nonprofit management, or a related field

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with comfort speaking to diverse audiences

• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, and Constant Contact

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently

• Familiarity with using social media platforms in a professional setting

Preferred Skills

• Graphic design and visual content creation (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite)

• Grant writing and research experience

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following materials via email to info@hope-ct.org:

• Resume or CV

• A brief letter of interest

• Contact information for three professional references

Equal Opportunity Statement

HOPE Partnership, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.