Public Relations Manager

Indigenous Pact is a mission‑driven organization dedicated to advancing health equity for Native communities across the country. We are building the first trusted network of its kind — a PACT — that brings Tribes together to access quality care anywhere: on reservations, in urban areas, and from Alaska villages to the Southwest. Our work spans Tribal Health Advisory services (including program development, finance and revenue, and facilities development), direct Tribal Care delivery (specialty care, behavioral health, wraparound care, recovery services, and cultural wellness), and technology‑enabled care through ourOneGenPatient Room. We walk alongside Tribes at every stage — whether starting fresh, building on what exists, or expanding for the future — ensuring care is local, cultural, and built on Tribal sovereignty. At Indigenous Pact, health equity is not just a goal. It is our starting point. We believe that when Tribes lead their own healthcare, people thrive and communities prosper. Base Salary: $120,000–$130,000, commensurate with experience Location: Fully remote; candidates must be based in the Central or Pacific time zone Job Summary: Indigenous Pact is seeking a strategic, creative, and culturally attuned Public Relations Manager to lead all external communications and support select internal communications initiatives. This is a high‑impact, highly visible role — you will be a primary voice and public face of our organization, helping shape how the world understands and connects with our mission. As the sole PR practitioner at Indigenous Pact, you will have significant autonomy and ownership, reporting to our VP of Marketing and Communications. You are not just a media relations executor — you are a storyteller and strategist who can spot the moments where Indigenous Pact belongs in the conversation and find creative, meaningful ways to show up there. This position will play a vital role in boosting brand visibility, maintaining a positive public image, and strengthening community relationships, while safeguarding the organization’s reputation. Media Relations & Strategic Storytelling Serve as the primary media relations lead, cultivating and maintaining relationships with journalists, editors, and producers across healthcare, technology, Native and Indigenous affairs, CSR, and general news outlets Proactively identify earned media opportunities that position Indigenous Pact as a thought leader in Tribal health equity — including trend‑jacking, expert commentary, op‑ed placements, awards, and recognition programs Collaborate with clinical and healthcare divisions to create and implement communication strategies and marketing campaigns to promote the organization’s services, programs, and initiatives Develop and pitch compelling story angles that translate our complex, mission‑driven work into narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, from Tribal communities to health system executives to policymakers Monitor the media landscape to surface creative, timely opportunities for Indigenous Pact to show up in a meaningful and authentic way for our target audiences Manage all media inquiries, coordinate interviews, and oversee message development for all press interactions Organize press events, program and service launches, and coordinate media coverage and announcements Leverage technology and media applications to build and maintain an up‑to‑date media list and track coverage, reporting on reach, impact, and audience sentiment regularly Spokesperson & Executive Communications Serve as a primary organizational spokesperson for Indigenous Pact, representing the organization across media interviews, trade‑show appearances, speaker panels, public forums, and other high‑visibility industry events — bringing our mission to life in the rooms and on the stages where it matters most Develop and deliver spokesperson training and media coaching for executives, equipping leadership with the messaging, confidence, and technique to represent the organization effectively in any setting Partner with leadership on talking points, Q&A preparation, and briefing documents ahead of media engagements, speaking opportunities, and public‑facing events Advise senior leadership on reputational risk, emerging issues, and communications strategy Content & Campaigns Write and edit press releases, media advisories, bylines, op‑eds, organizational statements, and executive thought leadership content Prepare crisis communications plans and implement and manage official crisis responses Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure PR strategy and content are integrated with broader brand and marketing campaigns Support the development of communications for internal audiences as needed, ensuring organizational alignment on key messages Brand Presence & Creative Opportunity Development Identify and pursue non‑traditional PR opportunities — podcasts, community convenings, awards programs, speaking bureaus, partnerships — that extend Indigenous Pact's reach and deepen our connection to the communities we serve Bring a creative, entrepreneurial mindset to the PR function, consistently seeking new ways to amplify our mission in ways that feel authentic, relevant, and impactful What You Bring Minimum 5 years of public relations experience, with a demonstrated track record in media relations and earned media strategy Experience working across multiple sectors, ideally including healthcare, technology, Native/Indigenous affairs, and/or corporate social responsibility Proven experience as an organizational spokesperson and/or in coaching executives for media engagements Exceptional writing and editing skills — you can distill complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives quickly and under deadline A creative, strategic mindset with the ability to identify and act on PR opportunities others might miss Strong existing relationships with journalists and media contacts, or a demonstrated ability to build them rapidly in new verticals Deep cultural competency and sensitivity, particularly in working with or alongside Indigenous communities Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities without close supervision Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field Building a strong culture and exhibiting our core values is important to us. We have shared below characteristics that are important to us and what we offer at Indigenous Pact beyond the job opportunity! Native‑Centered: Seeks to understand and effectively address the needs, challenges, and opportunities faced by American Indian Alaskan Native communities Quality‑Focused and Accountable: Takes ownership and works in collaboration with Indigenous Pact team members in utilizing “best practices” to deliver high‑quality and on‑time, and follow through on commitments. Healthcare‑focused: You have experience/exposure in the healthcare industry and an interest in advancing healthcare initiatives for those that we serve Trustworthy: You handle all information with the utmost confidentiality and conduct your daily activities in a professional manner with integrity. Resilient and Adaptable: Ability to thrive and navigate in a fast‑paced environment with optimism and pivot to the changing needs of the business, while remaining focused. Growth Mindset: You have a belief that abilities can be developed along with a desire to be curious, learn & grow, and you share that learning with others Collaborative: You enjoy working cross‑functionally and connecting with people toward a shared vision and goal. Effective Communication: You are a storyteller. You bring exceptional communication skills and can convey complex information clearly and persuasively. Strategic and innovative thinker: You are always looking for new ways to improve processes and drive the organization forward. Detail‑oriented: Must have meticulous attention to detail and organized Self‑motivated: Must be a highly motivated, self‑starter with the ability to work independently Awareness: An ability to understand how your attitudes & actions impact others and ensure you are respectful in all your interactions What we offer Generous paid time off to cultivate personal and professional balance, including company‑wide winter break Dec 24 - Jan 1. Competitive benefits including 401(k) with match, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Open, transparent lines of communication with leadership Commitment to giving back to improve our communities and environmental impact A development‑focused environment where you have autonomy to drive your career path Indigenous Pact is an equal opportunity employer and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment for all employees and candidates. Preference will be given to qualified native applicants; however, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Must be able to provide Indian Preference documentation if claimed. If accommodation is required during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact any member of our HR team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr