New York, NY
Salary: $200,000 - $250,000 per year
Work Schedule: 5 Days In-Office
Our client is a leading philanthropic and civic engagement initiative dedicated to expanding opportunity and improving lives. Through strategic investments, partnerships, and advocacy, it works to advance innovative solutions to some of society’s most pressing challenges.
About the Role
Our client is seeking a strategic and creative communications leader to elevate its profile, amplify its mission, and build awareness among key external audiences. This individual will develop and execute a comprehensive communications and engagement strategy that positions the organization as a recognized leader in its field, driving visibility, thought leadership, and stakeholder engagement.
While experience in philanthropy or the nonprofit sector is a plus, it is not required. We welcome candidates from corporate, agency, media, public affairs, or mission-driven organizations who have a proven track record of building brands and telling compelling stories.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead the Foundation's overall communications and brand strategy.
- Craft and articulate the organization's story, mission, impact, and value proposition across all channels.
- Increase brand awareness and visibility among stakeholders, partners, media, and the broader public.
- Design and execute integrated marketing and awareness campaigns that strengthen the Foundation's external presence.
- Build and manage an external engagement program to deepen relationships with key audiences and strategic partners.
- Oversee social media strategy, content development, and audience growth initiatives.
- Develop public relations and media outreach efforts, including press releases, media relationships, and thought leadership opportunities.
- Create compelling content for digital, print, executive communications, events, and stakeholder engagement.
- Partner closely with leadership to identify opportunities to raise the organization's profile and influence.
- Establish metrics and reporting to measure communications effectiveness and brand growth.
Qualifications
- 5-8 years of experience in communications, public relations, marketing, corporate affairs, brand strategy, or a related field.
- Demonstrated success building and growing brand visibility for an organization, initiative, or campaign.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong storytelling abilities.
- Experience developing integrated communications strategies across digital, social, media, and executive channels.
- Track record of managing external stakeholders, partnerships, and media relationships.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to execute in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
- Philanthropic, nonprofit, or foundation experience is preferred but not required.