The Director of Public Relations & Communications is responsible for protecting and strengthening the YMCA of Silicon Valley's reputation through strategic communications, media relations, public relations, crisis communications, executive communications, and social media oversight. This leader serves as the organization's primary communications strategist, builds trusted relationships with media and community stakeholders, and delivers messaging that elevates the YMCA's impact throughout Silicon Valley.
The Director serves as the primary communications advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team and partners closely with Marketing Strategy, Brand & Creative Services, Development, Human Resources, and Operations to ensure consistent, timely, and effective communications across the association.
- 1. A Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field or at least 5 years of experience as a communications professional
- 2. A background in PR, including experience drafting press releases, pitching media and developing long-term media relationships.
- 3. Exceptional communication skills, including speaking and writing, with experience developing executive communications and media materials.
- 4. Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
- 5. Demonstrated success building relationships with journalists and securing earned media.
- 6. Experience serving as an organizational spokesperson and preparing executives for media interviews.
- 7. Experience developing and executing crisis communications strategies.
- 8. Experience with social media management and execution.
- 9. Experience working with nonprofit organizations, government agencies, or mission-driven organizations preferred.
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