Job Description
Organizational Overview
Front Porch Investments was formed in 2021 to address the gap in the number of affordable housing options in the region. Front Porch Investments serves as a catalyst for innovative and community-centered affordable housing solutions, with a focus on investment, advocacy, and engagement. Front Porch Investments is a supporting organization of the Omaha Community Foundation, which works with donors and nonprofits to grow a stronger region.
Front Porch’s funding priorities include production of affordable housing units, preservation of affordable housing units, promotion of housing justice and equity, and expansion of innovative housing options. Our primary goal is to increase funding, innovation, and strategic partnerships in support of affordable housing across the Greater Omaha metro area through our own investments and by leveraging leverages public-private partnerships to collaborate across stakeholders and strengthen the urban housing ecosystem.
About the Role
The Advocacy and Communications Manager at Front Porch Investments will play a crucial role in advancing the organization's mission to address affordable housing challenges in the Greater Omaha metro area. Reporting to the Director of Operations and Impact, this position is responsible for spearheading our policy advocacy efforts, managing communications, and fostering community engagement to promote affordable housing solutions. The ideal candidate will be an innovative and strategic thinker with a strong commitment to housing justice, a deep understanding of policy analysis, and excellent communication skills.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in advocacy, public relations, communications or a related field, with a focus on housing policy preferred.
- Proven track record in policy research, development, and advocacy.
- Strong understanding of affordable housing issues and legislative processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience managing social media and public relations strategies preferred.
- Comfortable working with content management tools and systems including website management.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Review of applications for this position will begin on January 15, 2025.
For the complete job description and a list of desired qualifications or to apply for this position, visit https://omahafoundation.bamboohr.com/careers/56.
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