Bilingual Communications Manager

The Colibri Collective is seeking a results-driven communications professional to help advance the impact of our award-winning team. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong judgment, precision in execution, and the ability to translate strategy into clear, compelling communications that move audiences and drive outcomes. The Colibri Collective is the first Latina-owned digital marketing firm in Phoenix and has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by the Phoenix Business Journal. We are a full-service agency operating at the intersection of strategy, creative, and communications, partnering with clients across political, education, nonprofit, and other mission-driven sectors. Our work is rooted in delivering campaigns that shape narratives, mobilize communities, and produce measurable results. Our client partnerships are central to our success. We focus on progressive causes and initiatives that drive meaningful change. Our portfolio spans K-12 and higher education institutions, Latinx and BIPOC communities, national independent expenditures, human rights organizations, healthcare providers, and nonprofits. As the Communications Manager, you will support the execution of integrated communications efforts across these sectors. You will develop and deploy messaging, content, and campaigns aligned with established strategy, ensuring consistency, clarity, and cultural relevance. This role requires a strong operator, someone who can manage multiple workstreams, collaborate across teams, and deliver high-quality work in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. Your contributions will directly support our clients’ ability to connect with their audiences and achieve their goals. RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Communication Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that promote the agency’s services, culture, and achievements. Align communication efforts with overall business objectives and marketing plans. Identify award opportunities, write case studies, and manage submissions to showcase leadership and organizational accomplishments. Ensure strategic alignment across internal teams and client goals. Spanish-Language & Multicultural Communications: Transcreate ideas into culturally relevant concepts and strategies that reflect Latino cultural nuances. Review and proofread all Spanish-language content for accuracy and authenticity; when capacity allows, provide copywriting support. Oversee content that resonates with diverse Latino audiences and is aligned with Latino marketing strategies. Collaborate with the design team to develop Spanish-language campaigns from inception. Oversee all Spanish translations across communication channels. Internal Communication & Project Management: Foster effective internal communication to keep employees informed, engaged, and aligned with agency values. Oversee creation of internal newsletters, memos, and case studies. Track, measure, and analyze communication performance using relevant metrics. Extract insights from data to inform communication and organizational strategies. Provide regular reports and insights to agency leadership. Assign, track, and manage communication hours across projects. Reconcile hours to ensure cost-efficiency and alignment with strategic goals. External Communication & Media Relations: Develop and execute media relations campaigns in collaboration with the communications team. Serve as the lead in client calls, ensuring clear communication, strategic alignment, and a strong representation of the team’s perspective. Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and industry influencers. Prepare press releases, op-eds, articles, messaging matrices, and other external content. Coordinate crisis communication efforts when necessary. PR Management & Advocacy: Develop and execute PR strategies aligned with organizational and campaign goals. Identify key channels, stakeholders, and messaging for effective outreach. Coordinate and manage public relations campaigns and events. Craft inclusive, culturally sensitive messaging tailored to campaign objectives. Ensure alignment across internal teams and client goals. RFP & Business Development Support: Lead the RFP process, ensuring timely, strategic, and high‑quality submissions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather content and insights. Support business development by producing compelling proposal responses that reflect agency strength. Content Creation & Brand Management: Oversee content creation for messaging matrix, website, blog, email marketing, and social media, and any other formats. Develop and implement a social media strategy to grow followers and engagement. Ensure all content is engaging, on‑brand, and relevant to target audiences. Maintain brand guidelines and ensure consistent messaging across all platforms. Monitor brand sentiment and mentions across online and offline channels. Provide strategic input on branding trends and agency positioning, offering copy‑driven recommendations that elevate voice, tone, and storytelling. Leadership & Organizational Strategy: Manage a team of communication professionals, including writers, translators, and PR specialists. Provide mentorship, guidance, and performance evaluations. Identify and assess potential risks, taking proactive steps to mitigate them. Structure and facilitate effective decision‑making processes to improve organizational health and impact. Consider long‑term organizational strategy, weighing diverse inputs and identifying innovative opportunities. QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field. 7‑10 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related field. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to strategize and align communication efforts with organizational goals. Experience building and maintaining relationships with media outlets and journalists, including handling media inquiries and coordinating press activities. Proficiency in leveraging digital and social media platforms for communication purposes. Ability to inspire and lead a team of communication professionals while collaborating effectively with other departments and organizational leaders. Ability to use data and analytics to evaluate communication effectiveness, adjust strategies based on performance metrics, and stay updated on industry trends. Awareness of political and cultural sensitivities, with the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics. Ensure communications align with legal standards and ethical guidelines. COMPENSATION Starting at $70,000 based on experience + bonus based on performance. BENEFITS 14 paid holidays Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer matching Profit sharing Joining a collaborative, upbeat team! SCHEDULE Monday to Friday. Must be able to work on‑site. Remote work is not available for this position. At The Colibri Collective, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. 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