Website Manager

Washington, DC (Onsite 5 Days/Week)

6+ Month Contract

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We are seeking an experienced Website Manager to oversee website content, publishing, and digital content strategy for a large organization. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in WordPress, content management, web publishing, editing, and SEO who enjoys collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality digital experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, update, and publish website content using WordPress CMS
• Build and maintain web pages, landing pages, campaign pages, and other digital content.
• Review, edit, and optimize content for readability, usability, accessibility, and engagement.
• Ensure content aligns with brand standards, editorial guidelines, and AP Style.
• Conduct content audits to identify outdated, inaccurate, or broken content.
• Maintain publishing calendars and coordinate updates with internal stakeholders.
• Apply SEO best practices, including metadata, page titles, keywords, and internal linking.
• Support website enhancement initiatives, content strategy efforts, and ongoing site improvements.
• Partner with marketing, communications, and other business teams to ensure content accuracy and effectiveness.
• Review content quality, functionality, formatting, and user experience prior to publication.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Digital Media, English, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in website management, digital communications, content publishing, or web content editing.
• Hands-on experience with WordPress CMS
• Strong expertise in AP Style , copyediting, and content quality control.
• Experience with Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager
• Basic image editing experience using Adobe Photoshop
• Strong understanding of SEO best practices.
• Excellent written communication, organization, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with website accessibility standards and best practices.
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS for basic content formatting and troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting email marketing, social media, or other digital marketing initiatives.
• Familiarity with content strategy and editorial governance processes. xhyhwjd
• Experience within nonprofit, higher education, or mission-driven organizations.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong WordPress expertise
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Detail-oriented with a passion for content quality
• Knowledgeable in SEO, accessibility, and user experience best practices
• Able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders while managing multiple priorities