Catalyst Miami

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Director of Communications

EMPLOYER: Catalyst Miami, Inc.

DEPARTMENT: Advancement

REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Advancement

EFFECTIVE DATE: September 14, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

At Catalyst Miami, you’ll join a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing climate and economic justice in Miami-Dade County. Catalyst Miami’s success over the last 30 years has been built in large part by our outstanding staff who work alongside community members and partners to strengthen our communities and create systems-level change. If you’re passionate about building a Miami where everyday people can choose to stay and live well for generations to come, Catalyst Miami is an exceptional place to grow your career and impact.

The Director of Communications leads and executes the organization’s strategic communications, storytelling, and brand engagement efforts across digital, print, media, and community-facing platforms. This role is responsible for elevating the organization’s visibility, strengthening donor and community engagement, and ensuring all communications reflect the organization’s mission, values, and commitment to equity and inclusion.

The Director of Communications acts as a key member of our Advancement department to help carry out strategies to advance our organization via our communications and fundraising efforts. The Director of Communications will also work collaboratively with the Programs department to support our programs and services, community engagement, advocacy initiatives, and special events. This position plays a key role in advancing strategic priorities including donor stewardship, unrestricted fundraising growth, storytelling, and brand awareness initiatives tied to short- and long-term impact goals.

The ideal candidate is an experienced communications leader who is highly organized, collaborative, creative, strategic, and passionate about social, climate, and economic justice. This individual should be comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving nonprofit environment while balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Develop and implement a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy aligned with organizational goals and Advancement priorities.
• Strengthen brand awareness and inspire donors, clients, partners, and community members to take action through strategic storytelling
• Ensure all communications consistently reflect the organization’s mission, values, voice, and equity-centered approach.
• Oversee the development and distribution of communications materials including:
  • Newsletters
  • Social media content
  • Website content
  • Flyers and brochures
  • Annual reports
  • Email campaigns
  • Press releases
  • Blogs and op-eds
  • Videos and multimedia assets
• Ensure all communications materials are accessible, audience-centered, culturally responsive, and inclusive.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and journalistsPitches relevant, relatable, and newsworthy stories when there’s an opportunity
• Develop and monitor digital advertising and outreach campaigns when appropriate.
• Create donor-centered communications that support unrestricted giving growth and strengthen relationships with supporters.
• Serve as a strategic communications advisor to leadership and staff.
• Train and support staff and board members on messaging, brand standards, media engagement, and organizational talking points.
• Manage communications workflows, project timelines, and internal request systems.
• Contribute to organizational reports, presentations, and strategic planning efforts.
• Supervise communications staff, contractors, interns, and/or consultants as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
CORE & CROSS COMPETENCIES:

Summary: Demonstrates reliability by following through on commitments, communicating clearly, and proactively addressing challenges.

Summary: Maintains self-awareness and composure, demonstrates empathy, and builds respectful, positive relationships with others.

Summary: Builds collaborative relationships and ensures work reflects diverse perspectives and the needs of the community.

• When I see opportunities for improvement in the way we do social impact, whether that be within my own work, with a peer, or in the community at large, I speak up and provide that feedback so that we can all do better.
• I engage in collaboration. I actively seek perspectives and input of those that are directly-impacted, listen well, and adapt to ensure that my initiatives reflect diverse needs and interests.
• I step up to fill gaps and meet needs, especially where no one else can, even when it may be inconvenient.
• I lead with a love of Miami and make work enjoyable.

Summary: Seizes opportunities for improvement, embraces change, and models equity, sustainability, and vision in everyday work.

Summary: Provides clear direction, fosters collaboration, develops talent, and ensures alignment with organizational goals and values.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above describes the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.