Communications Officer

The HALO Trust

full-time

Posted on: 9/30/2025

Location Type: Office

Location: Washington • Washington • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

Cloud

About the role

Lead proactive collection of impact stories, photos, recordings and edit videos from HALO country programs for HALO USA audiences.
Execute communications and recognition fulfillment for top donors (private donors, policy champions, and USG) quarterly and annually.
Track and ensure compliance with contractual and non-contractual donor requirements.
Create and write engaging content and designs for external audiences: e-newsletters, annual reports, briefs, brochures, photo books, story maps, etc.
Support creative promotion and design of event content for key external events and congressional affairs events.
Commission and manage external vendors, consultants, graphic designers, film producers, and editors to produce materials and campaigns.
Write, proof, and produce marketing and collateral materials to engage donors and drive online donations.
Execute social media strategy for fundraising and advocacy; write dynamic social and website content with clear calls to action.
Support growth of U.S. subscriber email lists and social media followers; develop digital assets that drive newsletters, sign-ups, and donations.
Maintain, segment, and manage HALO USA subscriber lists for campaigns and donation asks; track KPIs and provide quarterly reports using tools like Google Analytics.
Ensure compliance with data protection and privacy laws; implement scalable, digital-first donation and stewardship pathways with Annual Giving team.
Maintain communications calendar, coordinate schedules across departments, book speaking engagements, and liaise with HALO UK communications and global press teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in (digital) communications or marketing.
Strong project management skills.
5 years or more of experience managing web, email marketing, social media – from annual plans to writing and content production – including campaign strategies, paid ads, and Google AdWords.
5 years or more of experience in managing social media accounts and social media ads for audience growth for public donations and advocacy.
Superior writing, editing and proofreading skills in a broad range of styles, including talking points for events, copywriting, and writing for social media and digital marketing platforms.
Proficiency in digital platforms such as MailChimp, DotDigital, Campaign Monitor, Sprout, etc., and commitment to get training and remain proficient.
In-depth knowledge of AP Style writing guidelines and journalistic-style copywriting.
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to listen well, collaborate effectively and positively represent the organization.
Strong commitment to continue to take annual training and become an expert of digital platforms for proficiency.
Strong experience with SEO best practices and Google Analytics.
Proficiency in HTML and CSM (CMS).
Excellent storytelling skills, including experience in developing visual and written assets.
Quality experience in video production and photography.
Experience with effectively managing social networking platforms.
Strong graphic design sense and proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications.

Benefits

Vacation Time: 25 days (5 weeks) paid vacation (PTO) accrued at 16.667 hours per month.
Sick Leave: 5 days (1 week) paid Sick-Leave. Sick Leave cannot be ‘carried over’ to the next year.
Holidays: HALO USA observes all USA Federal holidays.
Savings Plan: A 401(k) retirement savings plan is offered; HALO USA will match up to 5% of an employee’s contributed monthly savings.
Health Insurance: Health Insurance benefits offered through payroll provider Insperity; HALO pays a portion of the employee’s monthly premium (for employees who opt in).
Dental Insurance: Dental Insurance benefits offered through Insperity; HALO pays a portion of the employee’s monthly premium (for employees who opt in).