Communications Associate

The Communications Associate will provide essential support to WCK’s communications team, helping to keep projects, materials, and information organized and moving forward. This entry-level position will assist in the coordination of internal and external communications efforts, including research, media monitoring, internal newsletters, event logistics, and briefing preparation.

This role will also support the creation and organization of materials and content needed for WCK’s founder, Chef José Andrés, ensuring that communications are timely, accurate, and aligned with WCK’s voice and mission. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of WCK’s work, values, and impact, as well as awareness of José Andrés’ leadership and storytelling style.

Reporting to the Director of Internal Communications, the ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about storytelling and WCK’s mission to feed communities in crisis.

Key Responsabilities

General Support and Coordination

• Help track ongoing communications projects, deadlines, and deliverables across teams.
• Maintain shared calendars, trackers, and organizational tools to keep the team aligned.
• Assist with meeting logistics, note-taking, and follow-up actions.

Internal Communications

• Support the drafting and distribution of staff newsletters, updates, and announcements.
• Help plan and organize internal events such as charlas, town halls, and staff gatherings.
• Assist in maintaining internal communications platforms and channels.

Strategic and Crisis Communications

• Conduct research to inform communications strategies, briefings, and messaging.
• Assist in preparing briefing binders, background materials, and talking points for leadership, including materials that support Chef José Andrés in public appearances, events, and interviews.
• Help monitor emerging issues and maintain message and resource libraries.

Media Relations

• Track media coverage and compile daily and weekly media clip reports.
• Maintain media contact lists and press tracking databases.
• Support the press team with logistics for interviews, press calls, and media visits.

Application & Cover Letter
This application requires a cover letter that explains your interest in this position and in working for WCK.

References and Background Checks
To help ensure the safety of our communities and our teams, our selection process will include reference and background checks, subject to any legal or regulatory requirements.

Equal Opportunity
WCK is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity and to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment at this time.

E-Verify
For US based employment, WCK participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. Please view the E-Verify posters here with important information.

Para empleados en los EEUU, WCK participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.. Los empleadores sólo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9. Haz clic aquí para ver los carteles de E-Verify con información importante.

No recruiters or agencies, please.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of relevant experience or internship experience in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with a collaborative and proactive mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Slack, and Meltwater; familiarity with tools such as Airtable and Asana.
• Enthusiasm for WCK’s mission and an interest in learning about humanitarian communications, storytelling, and rapid-response work.
• Alignment with the mission and values of WCK.
• Must have a valid passport.

Benefits

ZERO Premiums: WCK covers 100% of insurance premiums for employees and their dependents, including medical, dental, vision, and group life coverage. Benefits begin on your date of hire.

• Voluntary Benefits:
•  Options include:
• Additional Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Supplemental AD&D
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care and Health Care)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan:
•  WCK offers a 50% match up to 8% of employee salary deferrals, beginning within 30 days of hire.
• Life & Disability Insurance:
•  100% employer-sponsored group life and disability insurance provided within 30 days.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
•  Responsible PTO, including vacation, sick, and personal leave, plus paid holidays.
• Growth Opportunities:
•  Learning and development support to grow your career.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
•  Free and confidential support for life’s challenges.
• Annual Salary Reviews and additional benefits outlined in the Personnel Manual.

Salary Range: $27 - $32 Per Hour