Manager, Spanish Communications

The American Diabetes Association is seeking a Spanish Communications Manager to join our Communications team. Reporting to the Director, Public Relations, the Spanish Communications Manager is responsible for partnering with other members of the communications team and partners across the ADA to develop and implement compelling and impactful communication plans to reach Spanish-speaking audiences that further ADA’s work to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with public relations and social media team members to develop and implement plans to engage Spanish-speaking audiences in the communities where they live, work and play
• Translate and/or review translations of materials from English to Spanish
• Develop materials to reach and support Spanish-speaking audiences
• Edit written materials according to AP style
• Assist other members of communications team to write press releases, op-eds, outreach materials for non-Spanish speaking audiences

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 5+ years’ experience writing for multiple communications channels
• Strong knowledge of AP style
• Proven track record developing press releases, op-eds and other strategic communications pieces
• Proven track record developing relationships with members of the media and proactively pitching/placing key messages
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and successfully manage multiple priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to speak and write Spanish fluently is required

WHY WORK HERE

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) offers a rewarding career working for one of the premier voluntary health organizations in the world supporting people with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Our employees like working at the ADA because of our mission, the inclusive environment, work-life balance, our benefits and our culture:

• Industry competitive base pay ranging from $67,000 - $73,000 for this role. Base offers are determined by several factors including but not limited to your relevant work experience, education, certifications, location, internal pay equity, etc.
• A culture of recognition including new hire welcome announcements, service anniversary awards, referral bonuses, monthly All Employee Assembly, appreciation awards
• Generous Paid Time Off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days and sick days
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), disability & life insurance, pet insurance and retirement savings
• Guided by our mission, we provide top tier diabetes supply coverage through our medical benefits program
• A company focus on offering mental health programs and work/life balance with most of our employees working remote
• Joining our dedicated team affords the gratification of knowing beyond a doubt that you will impact the lives and well-being of millions