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VP, Public Relations

Collaborative Communications

Remote

Remote

Collaborative Communications

Date Posted: 3/25/2026

The Vice President, Public Relations Director will lead Collaborative Communications’ public relations portfolio—helping mission-driven organizations amplify their stories, shape narratives that matter, and build influence in the education, philanthropy, and social impact spaces. This senior leader will serve as both strategist and practitioner, guiding client teams and executives in developing compelling earned media strategies, strengthening media relationships, and integrating storytelling across channels to advance visibility and impact.

This is a leadership role for an experienced communicator who brings deep media expertise, a proven record of securing coverage in top-tier and education-sector outlets, and a passion for the issues that shape learning, equity, and opportunity. The VP, Public Relations will also play a key role in shaping Collaborative’s own visibility strategy and mentoring team members to deepen our collective capacity for bold, values-aligned storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Counsel:

  • Lead the vision and strategy for Collaborative’s public relations practice, ensuring alignment with client goals and firm values.

  • Advise senior client partners, foundation leaders, and nonprofit executives on media positioning, storytelling, and reputation management.

  • Translate complex education and social impact topics into accessible, influential narratives that resonate with policymakers, educators, and the public.

  • Anticipate opportunities and risks within the media landscape; provide proactive counsel and rapid response strategies when needed.

Media Strategy and Execution:

  • Oversee the development and execution of earned media plans—from message strategy and pitch development to relationship management and coverage tracking.

  • Cultivate and maintain trusted relationships with journalists, editors, and producers across national, local, and education trade outlets (Education Week, The Chronicle of Higher Education, The 74, etc.).

  • Lead the creation and placement of op-eds, bylines, press materials, and strategic announcements that elevate clients’ thought leadership.

  • Experiment with innovative engagement tactics (from briefings and conference participation to desk-side meetings and letter-to-the-editor campaigns).

Visibility, Narrative, and Thought Leadership Integration:

  • Partner with internal teams to align PR strategy with content, messaging, and broader narrative goals.

  • Contribute to message frameworks, talking points, and executive briefing materials.

  • Bring insight and data to evaluate media performance and identify opportunities to refine strategy.

  • Firm Visibility and Team Development

  • Advance Collaborative’s brand through selective, strategic media placements and thought leadership opportunities.

  • Contribute to business development by advising on proposals and identifying new growth areas for PR offerings.

  • Mentor and coach colleagues, helping to strengthen media instincts and storytelling skills across the team.

Qualifications

  • 8–10 years of progressive experience in public relations, media relations, or integrated communications, ideally within education, philanthropy, or social impact sectors.

  • A proven record of securing meaningful coverage and building long-term journalist relationships, especially in education and trade media.

  • Exceptional strategic thinking, news judgment, and writing/storytelling skills.

  • Comfortable advising and partnering with senior executives and spokespeople.

  • Experience managing complex projects across multiple clients and issue areas.

  • Collaborative leadership style with a commitment to mentorship, values-driven work, and continuous learning.

  • Familiarity with the interplay between earned, owned, and paid media; understanding of how media strategies connect to broader movement-building and engagement goals.

To Apply:

Please combine a cover letter, writing sample, and resume into a single file and email it with the subject line “VP, Public Relations” to jobs@collaborativecommunications.com. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. No phone calls please.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for this job.

Collaborative Communications is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that embraces the power of diverse perspectives. We believe that the strength of our organization lies in the unique backgrounds, experiences, and talents of our team members. We promote equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of gender, race, class, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

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Communications Lead

Distributed AI Research Institute

Remote

Remote

Distributed AI Research (DAIR) Institute

Date Posted: 3/25/2026

ABOUT DAIR

The Distributed AI Research (DAIR) Institute is an independent organization conducting community-rooted research. We are a globally distributed group of academics, activists, and engineers who believe in technology that benefits everyone. We support the next generation of researchers, expose the harms of current products and paradigms, and build the technology we wish existed already. DAIR is led by senior technologists who have been at the forefront of AI research in major tech companies. We are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Distributed AI Research Institute (DAIR) is seeking a Communications Lead to support our ongoing and emerging communications needs across owned media, website, social media and events. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Communications Lead will help establish and guide the development and implement a communications strategy, in alignment with DAIR’s mission, vision, and values. The Communications Lead will work with the Executive Director and Director of Research to elevate DAIR’s voice and research across communications channels, develop creative owned media content and manage communications with the organization’s online community.

We have long believed that people’s lived experience must shape how technology is designed. As part of this, we make a substantial commitment to communications and public engagement. We break down the latest hype on our podcast, Mystery AI Hype Theater 3000, we write books, and we maintain an active engagement on social media, in the press and through our newsletters. For this reason, the Communications Lead will be a crucial member of the team, helping to grow and reimagine our communications for an exciting new phase of growth. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Communications

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive and creative communications strategy, in consultation with key internal and external stakeholders. 

  • Define short-term and long-term goals and objectives for DAIR’s communications in order to amplify its external influence and impact.

  • Develop and manage visual brand guidelines. 

  • Develop and implement strategic communications campaigns, in collaboration with the Director of Research, to amplify and communicate research to broader audiences. 

  • Craft and implement DAIR’s community building and management strategy. 

Content Development 

  • Develop and manage an editorial content calendar, working collaboratively with the team to promote organizational activities, stories and thought leadership. 

  • Oversee external communications including but not limited to developing and writing content (such as press releases, social media posts, monthly newsletter, annual reports, advocacy emails, funder updates). 

  • Manage design of annual report. 

Digital Communications

  • Produce, or oversee the production of, short-form video content for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram and other channels in coordination with the Mystery AI Hype Theater 3000 podcast team and other DAIR-affiliated media projects.

  • Manage DAIR’s media channels (Mastodon, BlueSky, Twitter, LinkedIn, Twitch, PeerTube, Discord), including but not limited to developing and sharing content, managing existing profiles, directly engaging with core audiences, such as donors, partners and media, and facilitating community engagement with social media posts.

  • Manage the maintenance of DAIR’s website including blog posts, project pages, and an archive of DAIR’s newsletters, press coverage, events and publications. 

  • Write, format and send weekly/monthly email newsletter.

External Affairs and Relations 

  • Serve as contact for media inquiries, vet incoming earned media opportunities.

  • Draft press releases, media advisories, and talking points for external communications.

  • Advance donor relations and communications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • More than eight years experience in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism or other communications fields, particularly in academic or nonprofit, mission-driven spaces.

  • Experience developing and implementing creative social media strategies. 

  • Experience with video editing tools and coordination tools (e.g. CapCut, HootSuite).

  • Familiarity or experience working with Mailchimp or other CRM software.

  • Strong ability to think analytically and strategically.

  • Strong graphic design skills are essential.

  • Excellent writing and oral communications skills. 

  • Ability to work in collaboration with team members, partners, and funders.

  • Capable of working well as part of a team as well as independently.

  • Excellent organizational and project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.

  • Experience creating communications infrastructure and processes.

  • Experience ensuring accessibility needs are met across all communication platforms.

WORK LOCATION & ENVIRONMENT:

  • Schedule: Full time. 

  • Location: Remote, in a time zone with at least 5 hours of overlap with PST and EST. 

The DAIR Institute is fully remote and geographically distributed, but we require this position to be at a location with a timezone that has at least 5 hours of overlap, during the business day, with the Pacific and Eastern time zones in order to work closely with senior staff. The distributed nature of our institute helps us create a diverse and inclusive work environment where people can still be embedded in their own communities. Thus, our work culture aims to be inclusive of many different work styles and cultures. 

COMPENSATION

  • Salary Range: $125,000-$135,000, based on experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Paid time off.

  • Fully covered medical coverage.

  • Dental and vision insurance. 

  • 401(k) plan with company match.

  • Well-being resources and supplementary assistance.

Equal Opportunity: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit the following:

  • Your CV/resume.

  • A short (one-page) cover letter which expresses why you are interested in this position.

  • 1 - 2 relevant writing samples (e.g., press releases, blog posts, op-ed, etc.). 

  • 1 - 2 multimedia samples (e.g., link to social media post, graphic, website, video, podcast, etc.). 

Application Deadline: April 13, 2026

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Communications Associate

Alliance for the Great Lakes

Remote (Chicago preferred)

Remote (Chicago preferred)

Alliance for the Great Lakes

Date Posted: 3/25/2026

SUMMARY

The Communications Associate works to advance the Alliance for the Great Lakes’ mission by supporting and implementing digital communications strategies that elevate the organization’s policy priorities, engage supporters, and strengthen the Alliance’s brand across platforms. They help translate complex environmental policy issues into clear, compelling, and accessible content that inspires action and builds public support for Great Lakes protection.

A typical day:

A typical day might include drafting and scheduling social media posts; creating short-form videos and graphics; monitoring and responding to social media comments in a fast-moving digital environment; collaborating with policy and program staff to turn technical information into blog posts or action alerts; building emails; reviewing analytics to inform strategy; and organizing digital assets in the Alliance’s photo and video library.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Social Media Management and Strategy

Implement social media strategies across platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Bluesky.

  • Create, schedule, and publish engaging content that is tailored to each platform, is compelling, and reflects the Alliance’s brand voice and values.

  • Monitor comments and messages, respond appropriately and professionally, and demonstrate sound judgment in a fast-moving, multi-platform social media environment.

  • Track analytics and adjust content and strategy based on performance metrics.

  • Identify opportunities for influencer engagement and assist with outreach and relationship building.

  • Collaborate with the Communications Director, Communications and Digital Fundraising Manager, and Senior Communications Manager to refine and evolve digital strategy.

Graphic Design and Video Production

  • Design compelling graphics and edit photos using Canva or similar tools for social media, website, and email campaigns.

  • Produce short-form videos for social media that explain policy issues using tools such as Adobe Premiere, Canva, or similar platforms.

  • Ensure visual consistency with the Alliance’s brand standards across all channels.

  • Manage and organize the Alliance’s photo, video, and graphics library.

  • Record original video and coordinate with staff and external vendors to capture photos and video that support communications campaigns and storytelling efforts.

Content Creation

  • Draft, edit, and provide light proofreading for blog posts, website content, one-pagers, toolkits and other written materials.

  • Translate complex environmental policy concepts into accessible and engaging language for broad audiences.

  • Support email marketing efforts by drafting and building emails using Campaign Monitor.

  • Draft and build action alerts using Engaging Networks or a similar advocacy platform.

General Support

  • Monitor the organization’s inbox and route inquiries to the appropriate staff.

  • Coordinate with other assistant-level staff to coordinate scheduling and logistics across teams.

  • Assist with campaign planning and execution, ensuring timelines are met and deliverables are completed.

  • Manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of organization and efficiency.

  • Help triage and maintain speaking / comment requests, determining next steps.

  • Stay current on digital trends, emerging platforms and best practices, and recommend new tools or tactics as appropriate.

Additional Duties

As assigned or needed.

Work Relationships

The Associate reports to the Communications Director and is a part of the Communications Team and the broader Advancement Team (A-Team).

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Physical Demands/Work Environment

No physical demand. This is a primarily remote position with a strong preference for location in the Chicago area, with an expectation to work from the office once per week. Fully remote staff are expected to travel to the Alliance’s Chicago office a few times a year.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

  • At least 2-5 years of experience in social media management and strategy, graphic design and video production, content creation, and admin support.

  • Strong writer with the ability to communicate complex policy ideas clearly while maintaining brand consistency and organizational voice.

  • Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts and contributing to social media strategy.

  • Ability to create compelling graphics and short-form video content using tools such as Adobe Premiere, Canva, or similar platforms.

  • High level of maturity, judgment, and professionalism in managing and responding to public-facing communications.

  • Experience working within email marketing and advocacy platforms such as Campaign Monitor and Engaging Networks preferred.

  • Familiarity with website content management systems such as WordPress preferred.

  • Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage a content calendar with multiple concurrent projects.

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

  • Understands and upholds Alliance for the Great Lakes values of community, relationships, courage, integrity, and optimism.

  • Demonstrated alignment with our external and internal operating principles of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

  • The selected candidate must be able to pass a background check.

JOB PARAMETERS

This position is full-time and consistent with Alliance employment policy. The Alliance has defined salary ranges that are evaluated annually, and it is customary for candidates to join at the lower half of the range to leave room for learning and development in the role. It is uncommon for starting salaries to fall above the mid-point. The salary range for this position begins at $60,000 and we negotiate salaries with final candidates based on their experience in similar roles and expertise related to the qualifications.

Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, FSA, 11 paid holidays plus the business days between 12/26 and 12/30 (staff who must work on any paid holidays may take those holidays at another time subject to the employee handbook), 3 weeks’ annual vacation to start + PTO, and Fidelity 401(k) with employer match of up to 6% of salary, eligible after 30 days.

This is a primarily remote position with a strong preference for location in the Chicago area, with an expectation to work from the office once per week. Fully remote staff are expected to travel to the Alliance’s Chicago office a few times a year.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please e-mail a cover letter, resume, references, and writing or work sample that demonstrates relevant qualifications to hr@greatlakes.org. Include the job title in the subject line.

Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis starting on March 12th, 2026, and until the position is filled. Materials should be compatible with Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat. Applicants will receive confirmation of receipt of their materials, further guidance, and updates about the hiring process by e-mail, with interviews provided for finalists. No phone inquiries, please.

ABOUT THE ALLIANCE FOR THE GREATER LAKES

Our vision is a thriving Great Lakes and healthy water that all life can rely on, today and far into the future.

The mission of the Alliance for the Great Lakes is to protect, conserve, and restore the Great Lakes, ensuring healthy water in the lakes and in our communities for all generations of people and wildlife.

To achieve our vision and mission, everyone in our organization will live our values of Community, Relationships, Courage, Integrity, and Optimism, and weave the principles of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion into all our work.

 For more information about the Alliance’s programs and work, please visit us online at www.greatlakes.org.

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GRI Communications Specialist

William & Mary

Hybrid (Williamsburg, Virginia)

Hybrid (Williamsburg, Virginia)

William & Mary

Date Posted: 3/25/2026

Department:

CC00231 WM001 | PROV | Global Research Institute

Job Family:

Staff - Administrative & Office Support

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular (benefited)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

Swem Library

Primary Job Posting Location:

William & Mary

Job Description Summary:

Launch Your Career in High-Impact Research Communication

Want to be part of the team that gets cutting-edge research into the headlines? As GRI's Communications Specialist, you'll support the communication of research that influences policy, drives innovation, and tackles global challenges. You'll help craft social media campaigns, produce multimedia content, and coordinate events that bring together leading researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from around the world.

This role is ideal for an energetic communicator who wants hands-on experience with digital marketing, content creation, and event coordination in a dynamic research environment. You'll work closely with renowned faculty, learn about emerging global issues, and contribute to communications that reach audiences from Capitol Hill to international organizations.

The Communications Specialist provides essential support for GRI's communications activities, focusing on digital content creation, event coordination, and operational communications tasks. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development in research communication and strategic messaging.

Success Metrics & Accountability:
Primary Metrics:
• Social media engagement growth and content production volume
• Event communications effectiveness and audience reach
• Quality and timeliness of content production support

Secondary Metrics:
• Digital platform maintenance and optimization
• Internal customer satisfaction with communications support
• Professional development and skill building progress

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

  • Working knowledge in communications, digital marketing, or related field.

  • Strong social media and digital content creation skills.

  • Excellent writing and basic design capabilities.

  • Digital marketing and social media platform expertise.

  • Creative content development and basic design skills.

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and team collaboration.

  • Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools and techniques. 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with higher education or research institution communications.

  • Knowledge of graphic design software, photography, and video editing tools.

  • Interest in global policy issues and research topics.

Conditions of Employment:

  • This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.

  • This is a restricted position, subject to the continued availability of funding. 

Duties:

40% - Digital Content & Social Media:

  • Create and schedule social media content across multiple platforms.

  • Develop graphics, videos, and multimedia content for digital channels.

  • Monitor social media engagement and respond to comments/inquiries.

  • Support website updates and content management system maintenance.

  • Track digital analytics and prepare regular performance reports.

25% - Event Communications Support:

  • Coordinate communications for workshops, seminars, and major events.

  • Develop event promotional materials and registration coordination.

  • Manage real-time event coverage.

  • Create post-event summaries and highlight materials.

  • Support virtual event technical coordination and audience engagement.

20% - Content Production Support:

  • Assist with research brief formatting and publication design.

  • Execute regular stewardship, newsletter, and email campaign outreach to GRI audiences.

  • Proofread and edit communications materials for accuracy and consistency.

  • Maintain communications calendar and deadline tracking.

  • Support newsletter development and email campaign management.

  • Assist with photography and documentation of events and activities.

15% - Administrative & Operational Support:

  • Maintain media contact databases and communications lists.

  • Support faculty with basic communications training and technical assistance.

  • Coordinate with other GRI teams on communications needs.

  • Manage communications supplies, subscriptions, and vendor relationships.

  • Provide general administrative support to Communications Manager as needed.

  • Manage student interns, as needed.

Posting Range: $43,000-$50,000 commensurate with experience

Additional Job Description:

Acts as a specialist in assigned program area, performing the most complex technical duties, such as reviewing and processing claims from vendors, contractors, medical providers and others for reimbursement or other actions under various programs.

Performs, leads, or supervises a wide variety of moderate to complex program and operational support duties.

Applies knowledge of programmatic and administrative requirements.

Applies knowledge of applicable computer software/programs.

Frequent contacts include internal and external customers to gather information or provide information.

May serve as a subject matter expert.

Certification in program area may be preferred.

Job Profile:

JP0091 - Administrative & Office Specialist III - Nonexempt - Salary - S06

Compensation Grade:

S06

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-03-03

Position Restrictions:

EEO is the Law.  Applicants can learn more about William & Mary’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal

Background Check: William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. 

Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility. 

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Senior Director of Marketing and Communication

Americans for the Arts (AFTA)

Washington, DC

Washington, DC

Americans for the Arts (AFTA)

Date Posted: 3/25/2026

Reports to: Chief Marketing Officer
Team: Marketing

Supervisory: Supervisory Position
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Location: Washington, DC
Salary Range: $115,000 to $135,000

Application Review: Reviewed on a rolling basis beginning March 27, 2026.

Who We Are

Americans for the Arts (AFTA) strengthens the arts from the ground up – supporting advocacy that empowers communities, develops arts leadership, and produces field-informed research. We shape national arts policy to reflect the realities and aspirations of artists, organizations, businesses, and communities nationwide. We champion the arts as a unifying and essential force in American life.

About the Team

Led by the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), our team creates a clear and powerful voice for AFTA across all platforms. We handle media relations, share the stories of our advocates, manage the organization’s digital outreach, and work alongside our government affairs, programs, research, and development teams and the Arts Action Fund (AAF) to make the case for the arts. We are a growing team of creators and strategists dedicated to ensuring the arts remain a national priority.

The Marketing team is currently comprised of the Chief Marketing Officer, Director of Communications, Web Developer, and external consultants. The Senior Director of Marketing and Communications is a new role to AFTA, helping us to build our capacity, add to our expertise, and push innovation.

About the Position

The Senior Director of Marketing and Communications is a strategic leader and storyteller who amplifies AFTA’s mission into a powerful national voice. In this role, you will drive audience growth and champion the arts as an essential force in American life.

You will serve as the strategic architect between high-level vision and creative execution, translating the CMO’s goals into human-centered content and high-impact advocacy campaigns.

Success in this role relies on collaborative leadership. The Senior Director will lead a growing team and set the strategic and creative vision for the organization’s marketing and communications efforts, working closely with the Director of Strategic Communications to bring that vision to life. By aligning marketing efforts with advocacy messaging and overseeing the Web Developer and external consultants, the Senior Director will turn complex operations into high-impact content that moves our community to action.

Preference will be given to applicants who are proficient in Spanish.

This role may occasionally require travel, including some weekend events.

Division of Labor between 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4)

This role is considered a matrixed role, responsible for duties that support both Americans for the Arts (501(c)(3)) and the Arts Action Fund (501(c)(4)), which are legally two separate entities. You will be responsible for tracking your time worked across both organizations, having some responsibility associated with collaborative mission-driven marketing and advocacy communications between AFTA and the AAF (within legal and tax parameters). Approximately 25% of your hours worked will be allocated to the AAF 501(c)(4).

Key Responsibilities*

Team Leadership & Cross-Department Collaboration

  • Lead a dedicated, results-oriented marketing team to execute AFTA’s strategic goals, ensuring our collective work demonstrates every day that the arts are vital to a healthy, thriving society.

  • Partner across divisions of the organization to synthesize complex research and policy priorities into inspiring, accessible stories that resonate with donors, advocates, and the public alike.

  • Manage the resources and creative partners needed to power AFTA’s biggest stages, including AFTACON, the ArtsVote campaign, and arts advocacy days.

  • Build a culture of curiosity and mentorship where your team feels empowered to experiment, lead, and grow alongside a rapidly changing cultural landscape.

Content Strategy & Development

  • Own the AFTA narrative alongside the CMO, ensuring our voice is unmistakable, authoritative, and inspiring across everything from high-level press releases to daily digital content.

  • Guide world-class writers and consultants to produce persuasive marketing and media materials that grab the attention of everyone from local artists to the halls of Congress.

  • Oversee—in partnership with the Director of Strategic Communications—a dynamic content calendar that spotlights AFTA’s leadership and grassroots voices nationwide, ensuring our advocacy is as heart-centered as it is evidence-based.

  • Ensure our best research and resources aren't just published, but found, by using smart digital tactics to put AFTA’s tools in the hands of those who need them most.

Creative Development

  • Modernize and protect the AFTA visual identity, ensuring every image and design reflects an inclusive, professional, and vibrant arts movement.

  • Serve as the creative engine behind our video, photography, and design projects, collaborating with top-tier agencies to bring our mission to life visually.

  • Lead the creative design for major national campaigns, using powerful visuals to make complex policy issues feel personal, urgent, and worth fighting for.

  • Set the bar for design excellence, ensuring every piece of print or digital collateral is a world-class representation of the American arts community.

Digital Strategy & Advocacy Campaigns

  • Design and launch—with our staff and consultants—high-energy digital campaigns that mobilize thousands of advocates to protect arts funding and influence cultural policy at every level of government.

  • Drive the strategy for AFTA’s digital ecosystem—from a dynamic social media presence to high-performing emails—to keep our community engaged and growing.

  • Use clear, simple metrics to track success, constantly refining our digital approach to better find donors, support members, and win advocacy battles.

  • Partner with the Web Developer to experiment with new technologies that improve our digital reach and cut through the noise.

  • Partner with the development team to design and execute digital strategies that drive revenue, expand the donor pipeline, and convert engaged audiences into financial supporters of Americans for the Arts.

*This position is expected to perform similar duties in coordination with the Arts Action Fund, our affiliate 501(c)(4) organization.

Experience and Skills That Matter Most

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in spearheading marketing and communications plans, with a proven track record of cultivating talent, maximizing budgets, and delivering high-impact results across visual communications, digital engagement, and strategic campaign development, in addition to:

  • A deep commitment to advancing AFTA’s mission, with a demonstrated ability to integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility into all marketing strategies and internal team management.

  • Minimum 6–8 years of experience in non-profit marketing, driving issue-specific advocacy campaigns and elevating organizational visibility.

  • Expertise in writing and editing compelling materials, including executive talking points, press releases, and position statements, tailored for diverse public and political audiences.

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior leadership, board members, and industry stakeholders across the political spectrum to align communications with institutional goals.

  • Strategic oversight of content development, editorial calendars, and brand stewardship, ensuring consistent visual and verbal identity across all platforms.

  • Working knowledge of SEO best practices and CRM systems, using a data-driven approach to optimize organic search performance and digital marketing engagement.

  • Experience managing visual communications, including design management and photo/video direction, to produce storytelling assets that highlight the transformative power of the arts.

  • A creative and entrepreneurial spirit, with the ability to flex with rapid change.

  • Proficiency in Spanish (preferred)

More About Americans for the Arts

The State of AFTA

Following a period of significant organizational change, AFTA is continuing to evolve in ways that will increase its effectiveness and build trust within the field.

The onboarding of our new CEO in March 2025, a new Chief Programs Officer in June 2025, and our new CMO in November 2025 laid the foundation for steady long-term leadership to meet the needs of our staff, members, stakeholders, and the public. The hiring of the Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications is the next step to equip AFTA with the framework necessary to meet the challenges ahead.

This position is essential to establishing AFTA as a leader in the current and future economic, political, and cultural environment of America in 2026 and beyond.

Work Hours & In-Office Requirements

AFTA is open weekdays, operating on a 37.5-hour work week (7.50-hour day), with the core business hours of 10:00 – 4:00 pm ET. Our in-office policy requires employees to work from the office at least one day per week.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $115,000 to $135,000 and will be commensurate with the scale and scope of experience. The total compensation package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403b employer contributions, and a generous time-off package, including paid parental leave. Employees are also eligible to participate in short-and-long-term disability, life insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and professional development opportunities.

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Public Relations Strategist

Collaborative Communications

Remote

Remote

Collaborative Communications

Date Posted: 3/23/2026

The Public Relations Strategist will elevate the visibility and voice of our clients and the firm through earned media, storytelling, and strategic positioning. This role blends deep media expertise with strategic storytelling, working closely with client teams to develop narratives that resonate across press, thought leadership, and influencer channels. This role requires strong media instincts, an understanding of the education, philanthropy, and social impact landscape, and a track record of placing stories and building relationships that drive influence and credibility.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Media Planning

  • Serve as a leader at Collaborative in developing media strategies aligned to client goals, audiences, and issue areas

  • Identify story angles, develop pitch calendars, and guide timing of outreach based on current events and media cycles

  • Advise clients and project teams on media positioning, spokesperson preparedness, and opportunities for visibility

  • Monitor media trends, track coverage, and translate insights into recommendations for clients and campaign optimization

  • Lead and participate in rapid response efforts when needed—crafting timely, values-aligned content that helps clients break through in crowded narratives

  • Build meaningful relationships with reporters, producers, and editors to ensure that our clients are seen as go-to sources for stories, data, and quotes, and that Collaborative is positioned as the trusted PR consultancy that brings the highest quality stories and spokespeople to journalists.  

  • Develop unique and nimble earned media strategies outside of traditional pitching techniques to ensure that clients are reaching media from all angles, and outreach strategies are adjusted based on media response. Examples could include LTE campaigns, deskside interviews, conference engagement approaches, etc. 

Earned Media Execution

  • Write and pitch op-eds, bylines, and press releases to national and local outlets

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and producers covering education, youth, policy, and philanthropy

  • Monitor media trends and identify real-time opportunities for clients to enter public conversations

Narrative and Thought Leadership Integration

  • Collaborate with internal teams to align media efforts with content, messaging, and thought leadership strategies

  • Provide input on message development, thought leadership strategies, talking points, and interview prep

  • Track and evaluate coverage and/or relationship development outcomes to inform future efforts

Collaborative Support and Visibility

  • Support Collaborative’s own brand-building efforts through proactive media engagement and strategic counsel across business and nonprofit outlets and platforms

  • Identify new business development targets by analyzing media and communications trends, assessing alignment with client needs, and positioning Collaborative for new partnerships and engagements

  • Contribute to proposal development and scoping of new business by actively participating in proposal writing and supporting the definition and structuring of new business opportunities

  • Serve as a resource for junior staff and provide media coaching to colleagues

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or strategic communications.

  • Demonstrated success securing earned media coverage and developing integrated media strategies in education, nonprofit, or philanthropic contexts.

  • Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to distill complex ideas into persuasive, accessible content for diverse audiences.

  • Confidence engaging with reporters and positioning spokespeople for high-profile opportunities.

  • Familiarity with digital marketing, paid media campaigns, and the intersections between media, narrative, and movement-building.

  • Comfort working across multiple client teams and fast-moving deadlines.

  • Strategic thinker with excellent judgment, collaboration skills, and attention to detail.

To Apply:

Please combine a cover letter, writing sample, and resume into a single file and email it with the subject line “Public Relations Strategist” to jobs@collaborativecommunications.com. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. No phone calls please.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for this job.

Collaborative Communications is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that embraces the power of diverse perspectives. We believe that the strength of our organization lies in the unique backgrounds, experiences, and talents of our team members. We promote equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of gender, race, class, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

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Content Creator

Harvard Kennedy School

Hybrid (Cambridge, MA)

Hybrid (Cambridge, MA)

Harvard University John F. Kennedy School of Government

Date Posted: 3/20/2026

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Kennedy School?

The John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University is one of 12 graduate and professional schools at the university. Harvard Kennedy School’s mission is to improve public policy and leadership so people can live in societies that are more safe, free, just, and sustainably prosperous. By combining cutting-edge research, the teaching of outstanding students, and direct interaction with practitioners, we have an impact on solving public problems that no other institution can match. When you work at Harvard Kennedy School, you make a difference.

Job Description

The Office of Communications and Public Affairs (OCPA) at Harvard Kennedy School seeks a creative and versatile digital content professional to serve as a Content Creator. This 2-year term position will be part of a team designed to amplify faculty research and impact work, and it will report to the Assistant Director of Digital Communications.

The role focuses on elevating faculty research and thought leadership through clear, compelling digital storytelling. The successful candidate will be a digital generalist who can move fluidly across formats, including scripting and editing video, writing articles, producing newsletters, crafting social content, capturing photography, and conducting interviews. This person will be creative, have an eye for compelling content, and be able to produce content on a tight timeline.

This position blends strategic planning with hands-on execution. You will proactively solicit information about upcoming research, build relationships with faculty, and make recommendations to the broader OCPA team about communications plans for each research rollout during the content creation phase. The role also supports the launch of a monthly research newsletter and the development of a faculty rapid response team to elevate timely research insights.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

  • Edit video and produce short-form clips.

  • Write clear, engaging digital content that translates complex research for broad audiences, including articles, newsletters, video scripts, press releases, one pagers, and social posts.

  • Leverage templates and established design conventions to develop consistent, on-brand web, email, and social design assets.

  • Capture and curate photography for use across platforms.

  • Conduct interviews with faculty and researchers to surface insights and shape storylines.

  • Solicit information about upcoming research projects, publications, and events.

  • Meet regularly with faculty and research leads to understand expertise, timelines, and communications needs.

  • Recommend communications approaches for research rollouts, including messaging, formats, and channels, in collaboration with the Research Amplification Team and broader OCPA staff.

  • Support the launch and ongoing production of a monthly research newsletter.

  • Support the coordination and activation of a faculty rapid response team to contribute research-based insights to timely public conversations.

  • Work closely with editorial, digital, multimedia, and web colleagues to ensure integrated, audience-focused content.

  • Use analytics and audience insights to inform content decisions and continuous improvement.

  • Manage your time and competing tasks to meet tight deadlines and deliver excellent, compelling content. 

  • Be a great, kind, hard-working team member.

Qualifications

A resume, cover letter, and work/content samples or link to your portfolio are required as part of your application. 

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, digital marketing, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in digital content creation or communications.

  • Experience producing content across multiple platforms.

  • Demonstrated experience with video editing tools and basic photography and video capture.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

  • Experience working in higher education, politics, government, research communications, or mission-driven organizations.

  • Ability to conduct interviews and translate source material into compelling narratives.

  • Strong writing and editing skills

  • Familiarity with digital analytics, SEO best practices, and audience development.

  • Experience working with Adobe After Effects and motion graphics

  • Experience working collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed communications environment.

Additional Information

  • Appointment End Date: This position is funded as part of the school’s vision and strategy process and is a fully benefits-eligible two-year term appointment, with the possibility of renewal. 

  • Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week

  • Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

  • Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education

  • Other Information:  This is a hybrid position and is expected to work on campus in Cambridge, MA a minimum of 3 days/week.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 056. Please visit  Harvard's Salary Ranges  to view the corresponding salary range and related information. 

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: 

  • Generous paid time off including parental leave 

  • Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one 

  • Retirement plans with university contributions 

  • Wellbeing and mental health resources 

  • Support for families and caregivers 

  • Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement 

  • Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks 

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

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Senior Manager, Digital Media & Communications

Active Minds

Hybrid (Washington, DC)

Hybrid (Washington, DC)

Active Minds

Date Posted: 3/20/2026

JOB SUMMARY & KEY PRIORITIES

The Senior Manager, Digital Media & Communications provides strategic leadership, campaign oversight, and performance reporting for Active Minds’ digital presence including social media, long-form video, and paid advertising strategy, as well as communications channels including blogs, emails, and newsletters. Reporting to the Director, Marketing & Communications, this role oversees a growing digital team, including the Manager, Digital Media & Communications and four additional members, including two Senior Associates and two Associates.

This role is responsible for ensuring Active Minds’ digital & communications channels advance organizational priorities, elevate youth and young adult voices, strengthen brand credibility, and position the organization as a thought leader in mental health culture change.

ABOUT ACTIVE MINDS

Active Minds is the largest nonprofit in the United States mobilizing youth and young adults to transform mental health norms across society. For more than 20 years, we have equipped the next generation of peer mental health advocates through a variety of programs, including the Active Minds Chapter Network, A.S.K., and Send Silence Packing. Our advocacy, initiatives, and campaigns foster lasting change in how youth view and discuss mental health, encouraging them to use their voices to influence broader conversations and inform mental health supports within their communities. Together, we are building a diverse movement of champions committed to improving mental health for all. To learn more about Active Minds, visit activeminds.org.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Digital Strategy & Leadership

  • Lead the vision, strategy, and evolution of Active Minds’ digital media ecosystem, including social platforms, email communications, blogs, and newsletters.

  • Ensure digital strategy aligns with organizational goals, program priorities, partnerships, and fundraising efforts.

  • Identify new opportunities for innovation, platform growth, and audience engagement.

Team Management & Collaboration

  • Serve as the lead of the Digital Media & Communications Team, inclusive of one Manager (direct report), two Senior Associates, and two Associates.

  • Oversee and mentor the Manager, Digital Media & Communications. 

  • Establish clear workflows, expectations, and performance goals for the digital team.

  • Serve as the strategic point of contact and collaborate closely with PR, Design, Development, Programs, Operations, and Executive Leadership to deliver cohesive campaigns.

Content Direction & Brand Stewardship

  • Oversee content strategy to ensure consistency with brand voice, accessibility standards, and AP style.

  • Ensure Active Minds’ digital presence reflects an approachable, inclusive, credible, and youth-centered tone.

  • Oversee and ensure efficacy in content creation from various perspectives, roles, and voices representing different stakeholders and audiences, for overall communication efforts. 

  • Guide digital storytelling that centers lived experience while safeguarding community wellbeing.

Analytics, Performance & Reporting

  • Oversee measurement and reporting of digital performance, paid and organic growth, and engagement trends.

  • Translate data into insights that inform strategy, reporting, and leadership decision-making.

  • Share regular performance updates with leadership and key stakeholders.

  • Oversee management of internal digital & communications campaign recaps as well as organizational project debriefs. 

Thought Leadership & External Visibility

  • Partner with PR and Executive Leadership to amplify organizational thought leaders through various communication channels including blogs, social media posts, speech writing, etc.

ABOUT YOU

  • Strategic thinker who balances big-picture vision with practical execution.

  • Storyteller who appreciates that everyone has an important story to tell.

  • Talented writer and creative communicator, able to maintain and develop Active Minds’ approachable voice.

  • Strong people manager who values collaboration, clarity, and growth.

  • Ability to deliver feedback directly and clearly. 

  • Deep understanding of digital storytelling, audience engagement, and nonprofit communications.

  • Comfortable in public speaking and presenting data, strategy, and learnings to all levels of the organization.

  • Ability to ghostwrite for Active Minds colleagues and execute on executive thought leadership. 

  • Extensive experience managing social media and communication channels.

  • Accustomed to working on multiple multi-pronged projects with different deadlines simultaneously.

  • Ability to communicate effectively and enthusiastically in person, over the phone, and in writing, with fellow staff members, and at all levels of the organization equally (including Executive Leadership, VPs, Directors, Managers, and Associates)

  • Belief that equity and social justice are important and driven to hear, reflect, and act on this belief.

  • Passion for youth mental health and digital storytelling.

You need to have:

  • 6-8 years of experience in digital media, communications, or marketing, preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven environment.

  • 4+ years of people management experience.

  • Expertise in social media & communications strategy, content performance, and analytic reporting.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Familiarity with online tools and platforms including Sprout Social, WordPress, and ClickUp (project management tool).

  • High digital literacy across platforms, tools, and analytics systems.

COMPENSATION 

This position offers an initial salary range of $77,000 to $87,333 along with robust benefits. The starting pay for this position is equal to others at the same level throughout the organization. Candidates whose experience meets both the minimum and preferred qualifications may be considered for a starting salary that exceeds the current amount. The role sits within Active Minds Level 4 salary band, and as such, has the potential to grow to $108,000 over time. FLSA Status: Exempt.

Active Minds has an industry-leading and competitive benefits package that includes Health, Vision and Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Company Wide Mental Health Days, 401(k) Matching, HSA and FSA Options, Life Insurance, Short Term, and Long Term Disability, Fully Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Reimbursement Program, and Professional Development Stipends.

Active Minds recruits, hires, trains, compensates, and promotes our staff regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

TO APPLY
To apply, please upload your resume and respond to the application questions. The preferred deadline to apply is Monday, April 13, 2026. This search is being supported by
NRG Consulting Group. Please reach out to megan@nrgconsultinggroup.org and cc jobs@nrgconsultinggroup.org directly with any questions.

ACTIVE MINDS RECRUITING PROTOCOLS 

  • Active Minds will never ask an applicant to send – and Active Minds will never send an applicant - a check or any payment or item of value (such as a gift card) in connection with the interview process or job onboarding process. 

  • Active Minds will never ask for personal information about an applicant (such as their Social Security number or banking information) until the job onboarding process.

  • All legitimate Active Minds job offers are extended verbally by the HR/People & Culture Team.  

  • If you are expecting an email from Active Minds, please always verify that the sending domain in the email is activeminds.org and NOT any variation of it. 

For further information on how to protect yourself from employment scams, please review these “Consumer Advice” guidelines.

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Director of Marketing & Communications

Active Minds

Hybrid (Washington, DC)

Hybrid (Washington, DC)

Active Minds

Date Posted: 3/20/2026

JOB SUMMARY & KEY PRIORITIES

The Director of Marketing & Communications will bring consistent, positive attention to Active Minds as the premier national nonprofit in youth and young adult mental health mobilization and activation, executing strategically sound marketing and communication campaigns and addressing our variety of needs and audiences effectively. They will strive to achieve the key goal of making Active Minds a household name for young adult mental health, sustaining that identity with our target population (young adults ages 14-25) as well as nurturing broader awareness with a wider audience, including parents, school administrators, corporate culture-setting teams, prospective strategic partners, and more. This position will be a vibrant and engaging face of the organization, able to interact and engage comfortably with CEOs and CMOs, media, celebrities, and more. The Director of Marketing & Communications reports to the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). 

ABOUT ACTIVE MINDS

Active Minds is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization mobilizing youth and young adults to change the culture around mental health. Through our presence in more than 1,000 high schools, colleges, and communities, and with a wide-reaching public audience, Active Minds is creating communities of support and saving lives. Founded in 2003 by Alison Malmon after the tragic suicide of her brother, Brian, Active Minds is dedicated to supporting a new generation in ending the silence, helping to make mental health as highly valued as physical health. We approach our work with a racial equity lens and are committed to the continued process of being and becoming a more antiracist and inclusive organization. Through our many programs, we are changing social norms and behaviors related to mental health across the country.

KEY RESULTS

Strategy Development, Research, and Execution (60%)

  • In partnership with the CMO, achieve the Marketing and Communications goals outlined  in the 2023-2028 Active Minds Strategic Plan

  • Enthusiastically leverage and engage in external partnerships to maximize Active Minds’ brand awareness and engagement, in close collaboration with the CMO.

  • Participate in the development of strategically-sound campaigns focused on priority needs and key calendar moments, including Suicide Prevention Month, World Mental Health Day, Mental Health Awareness Month, Mental Health Action Day, our annual mental health conference, Back to School, and more. 

  • Cohesively manage 3 direct reports, ensuring they weave sound and breakthrough marketing campaigns across our sectors: Senior Manager of Communications, Senior Manager of Public Relations, and Marketing Manager.

  • Work collaboratively with Programs team members to identify thoughtful and appropriate means of engaging programmatic partners in widespread marketing campaigns and support the Program’s needs effectively.

  • Bring thought-leadership to the continued growth and enhancement of the annual Active Minds National Conference, helping to maintain its reputation as the leading conference addressing young adult mental health.

  • Partner with CMO to communicate decisions on MarComm’s role in inter-team collaborations and organization-wide MarComm support of campaigns, programs, events, and initiatives

  • Project manage key campaigns and initiatives (including drafting, directing, and overseeing) the implementation of strategy briefs for key campaigns, projects, events, etc., with the support of 11 person Marketing & Communications team. 

  • Consistently monitor social media channels to collaborate effectively across the MarComm team for communications, marketing, and digital strategy alignment.

  • Serve as MarComm lead to our annual national mental health conference (with logistical support from team project manager)

  • Connect regularly with peers across the organization to identify challenges, needs, and victories and address opportunities for collaboration

  • Develop content in support of high-stakes Active Minds partnered campaigns with the content-development team (i.e. web content, social copy, newsletter content, etc.)

  • Lead the Sr. Communications Manager and Sr. Manager of Public Relations to elevate opportunities to leverage campaigns, programs, initiatives, events and other timely content to be pitched to media and to seek coverage

  • Serve as administrator of a thorough and comprehensive MarComm calendar for the team (including marketing, communications, public relations and digital)

  • Contribute to the strategic direction of corporate partnerships

Administrative and Team Support (15%)

  • Compile all MarComm content for biweekly Staff Notes

  • Develop agenda for weekly team meeting with input from team members

  • Provide accountability for the execution of the comprehensive MarComm calendar

  • Provide thought partnership to MarComm team members

  • Back up CMO during travel, PTO, or other absence

Team Management (15%)

  • Manage the Senior Communications Manager, Senior Manager of Public Relations, and the Marketing Manager.

  • Provide leadership support across the team as necessary

  • Lead MarComm team meetings as assigned 

  • Participate in monthly MarComm leads meeting to discuss, set, and act on priorities

  • Provide coaching support as assigned

Additional Responsibilities (10%)

  • Serve as a MarComm representative in meetings and events when CMO is 1) not available 2) not the appropriate representative and keep CMO fully up to speed 

  • Participate fully in Active Minds’ Anti-Racism and Inclusion plan, including serving on internal committees and continuing personal growth and knowledge gaining. 

  • Actively participate as a member of the Active Minds Leadership Team

  • Other duties as assigned.

ABOUT YOU 

  • Aggressive go-getter, with a big-thinker and friend-raising personality.

  • Passion for changing the culture around mental health nationwide.

  • Belief that equity and social justice are important and driven to hear, reflect, and act on this belief.

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate new concepts and visions for programs or content that will measurably change the culture around mental health.

  • Exemplary relationship building and customer service skills.

  • Able to prioritize tasks, organize time effectively, and respond to changing deadlines; must have ability to manage multiple tasks at a given time.

You need to have:

  • Proven marketing, communications and public relations expertise with extensive success in developing and implementing strategy

  • 8-10 years related experience in and leading a marketing, communications, and public relations team, or a high level of transferable experience.

  • Fully digital literate, including Microsoft & Google products, and online meeting tools.

  • Experience with Salesforce and other databases is a plus.

OUR CULTURE

Active Minds is a place where every employee matters. We value diverse perspectives, radical authenticity, and a community-driven approach. We dream big, offering flexibility to staff while we work to achieve our mission. As such, we are proud to offer competitive salaries and benefits and an environment that is friendly to remote working and life/work balance.

Active Minds is an equal-opportunity employer that works to advance racial equity and social justice in an increasingly multicultural and globally connected world. We value diverse experiences, including with regard to educational background, intersectional identities, and lived experiences. We make a particular effort to recruit people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and people with other marginalized identities. Active Minds encourages all to apply for our open positions as we depend on a diverse staff to carry out our mission.

COMPENSATION

This position offers an initial salary range of $100,000-$114,000 along with robust benefits. The starting pay for this position is equal to others at the same level throughout the organization. Candidates whose experience meets both the minimum and preferred qualifications may be considered for a starting salary that exceeds the current amount. The role sits within Active Minds Level 5 salary band, and as such, has the potential to grow to $142,000 over time. FLSA Status: Exempt.

Active Minds has an industry-leading and competitive benefits package that includes Health, Vision and Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Company Wide Mental Health Days, 401(k) Matching, HSA and FSA Options, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Fully Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Reimbursement Program, and Professional Development Stipends.

Active Minds recruits, hires, trains, compensates, and promotes our staff regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

TO APPLY
​​To apply, please upload your resume and respond to the application questions. The preferred deadline to apply is Monday, April 13, 2026. This search is being supported by NRG Consulting Group. Please reach out to megan@nrgconsultinggroup.org and cc jobs@nrgconsultinggroup.org directly with any questions.

ACTIVE MINDS RECRUITING PROTOCOLS

  • Active Minds will never ask an applicant to send – and Active Minds will never send an applicant - a check or any payment or item of value (such as a gift card) in connection with the interview process or job onboarding process.

  • Active Minds will never ask for personal information about an applicant (such as their Social Security number or banking information) until the job onboarding process;

  • All legitimate Active Minds job offers are extended verbally by the HR/People & Culture Team. 

  • If you are expecting an email from Active Minds, please always verify that the sending domain in the email is activeminds.org and NOT any variation of it.

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Vice President, Strategic Communications and Narrative

The California Endowment

Sacramento, Oakland, or Los Angeles, CA

Sacramento, Oakland, or Los Angeles, CA

The California Endowment

Date Posted: 3/20/2026

Summary

The California Endowment (The Endowment) is a private, statewide health foundation established in 1996 whose mission is to expand access to affordable, quality health care for underserved individuals and communities and to promote fundamental improvements in the health status of all Californians. We envision a California that leads the nation as a powerful and conscientious voice for wellness, inclusion, and shared prosperity.

Headquartered in downtown Los Angeles, The Endowment has regional offices in Sacramento, Oakland, Fresno and San Diego, with staff working throughout the state. We challenge the conventional wisdom that medical settings and individual choices are the only drivers of health. We believe that health happens in neighborhoods, schools, and with prevention.

We are seeking a visionary and collaborative Vice President of Strategic Communications and Narrative (VP of Strategic Communications and Narrative) to lead the development, implementation, and management of comprehensive communications and narrative strategies that amplify community-driven solutions, shift beliefs and power, and drive systems change to advance racial and health equity and health access for marginalized populations across California.

The ideal candidate will be a creative and accomplished executive leader in the state of California with deep experience leading people through change management, well developed knowledge of philanthropy, experience leading social change campaigns, a successful track record leading teams and organizations to develop and advance effective and impactful communications and narrative strategies, and established, trusted relationships across California’s health, equity, philanthropy, and/or policy sectors. The VP of Strategic Communications and Narrative should be a passionate advocate for the vision of The Endowment, a committed and engaged team leader, a collaborative thought partner, and an exceptional spokesperson and ambassador who is recognized as a credible and influential voice among The Endowment’s diverse stakeholders and partners. They will lead a team that will provide the full range of communications and narrative functions within the organization and will work in close partnership with leadership and programming staff.

Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, the VP of Strategic Communications and Narrative will be based in one of The Endowment’s offices – ideally in Oakland, Sacramento, or Los Angeles – with occasional opportunities to work remotely. The role will require moderate domestic travel and in-person meetings.

More information about The California Endowment may be found at: www.calendow.org.

To Apply

This search is being led by Ellen LaPointe and Andrés Marcuse-González of NPAG. We invite applications with a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications via NPAG’s candidate portal. Should you have questions, candidate nominations, or if you need assistance or accommodations in the application process, please contact Andrés Marcuse-González at andres@npag.com.

The California Endowment is an equal opportunity employer and places a high value on diversity, equity, inclusion and to creating a work environment where the individual is valued and respected.

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Vice President, Marketing, Brand & Communications

Hilarity for Charity

Remote

Remote (LA or NYC)

Hilarity for Charity

Date Posted: 3/20/2026

Founded in 2012 by Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen, HFC is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization that is changing the trajectory of Alzheimer’s disease through broad-scale awareness, brain health education, and tangible support for families impacted by the disease. HFC’s mission is to care for families impacted by this disease, activate the next generation of Alzheimer’s advocates, and be a leader in brain health research and education.

HFC is seeking a Vice President, Marketing, Brand & Communications (VPMBC) to lead the organization’s external-facing communications, brand, content, and media strategy. This role ensures that HFC’s voice is credible, accessible, culturally relevant, and aligned with its mission. This is a remote position and a key leadership role within the organization, reporting directly to the Executive Director and serving as a member of the executive team. The VPMBC partners closely with Programs, Development, and Executive leadership to ensure that HFC’s work is clearly communicated, accurately represented, and effectively amplified and oversees a team of two full-time staff– the Associate Director of Communications and the Senior Manager of Communications.

Core Responsibilities

Communications & Brand Strategy

  • Develop and execute HFC’s communications and brand strategy across owned, earned, and shared channels in service of advancing HFC’s mission, programs, and fundraising priorities.

  • Drive long-term brand positioning to establish HFC as a trusted, nationally recognized leader and household name in brain health, caregiving, and Alzheimer’s prevention.

  • Own HFC’s messaging framework and brand voice, maintaining clarity and cohesion across campaigns, programs, fundraising initiatives and platforms.

  • Ensure consistency, accessibility, and scientific integrity across all public-facing communications.

  • Serve as a strategic advisor to Executive leadership on narrative positioning, reputational considerations, and public-facing communications including major fundraising moments and campaigns.

  • Oversee HFC’s digital ecosystem using analytics and audience insights to inform strategy, prioritize platforms, measure performance, and drive continuous improvement.

Content Strategy & Storytelling

  • Lead editorial vision and long-term content planning that elevates HFC’s care, brain health, and prevention programs while driving broad public awareness.

  • Oversee development and distribution of high-quality multimedia content, educational resources, and programmatic toolkits for diverse audiences.

  • Expand and manage evergreen educational content designed for long-term use, accessibility, and national reach.

  • Translate complex brain health, caregiving, and research topics into clear, empathetic, and action-oriented storytelling that supports program adoption and community engagement.

  • Partner with Program and Development teams to convert outcomes, impact, and insights into compelling narratives and campaign assets.

Media Relations

  • Lead national media and PR strategy, including press outreach, spokesperson preparation, messaging development, interview coordination and proactively position HFC as a trusted national voice in brain health, caregiving, and Alzheimer’s-related education.

  • Secure high-impact coverage that elevates HFC’s programs and advocacy efforts while reinforcing brand leadership.

  • Manage relationships with media outlets, journalists, and external PR partners.

  • Support celebrity founders and Executive leadership with preparation, messaging, and follow-up for media appearances and public engagements.

  • Build and maintain a robust thought leadership platform through strategic placements, commentary, and partnerships.

Events & Partnerships

  • Lead communications strategy for HFC’s major events and convenings, ensuring cohesive messaging and brand alignment.

  • Partner cross-functionally to support event promotion, sponsorship fulfillment, donor communications, on-sites, content capture, and post-event storytelling that extends national reach. Support cultivation and stewardship of mission-aligned brand and media partners through communications strategy and visibility opportunities.

  • Coordinate celebrity, founder, and high-profile talent participation across communications, events, media, and content initiatives.

  • Leverage events and partnerships as platforms for expanding awareness of HFC’s programs and reinforcing national brand presence.

Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, mentor, and manage the Communications team, fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and mission-driven culture.

  • Set departmental goals, priorities, and performance expectations aligned with organizational strategy.

  • Support staff professional development and leadership growth.

  • Build sustainable workflows, review processes, and systems that balance quality, speed, and staff capacity.

Qualifications & Experience

  • The ideal candidate is a seasoned, mission-driven communications and marketing leader with a proven track record of building national brands, driving awareness, and advancing fundraising and programmatic impact through strategic storytelling.

  • 10+ years of senior-level experience in external relations, marketing, or media leadership; nonprofit or mission-driven experience preferred.

  • Experience building or scaling a national brand, preferably within a nonprofit, healthcare, education, or social impact organization.

  • Demonstrated success leading integrated communications programs with national reach.

  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.

  • Proven experience managing teams, vendors, and multi-channel initiatives.

  • Experience working with high-profile talent, executives, or public-facing leaders.

  • Strong digital fluency, including CMS platforms, email marketing tools, analytics, and social media platforms.

  • Strategic, organized, and adaptable leader comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

  • Sense of humor, empathy, discretion, and sound judgment required.

Specifications

  • Based in the greater Los Angeles or greater New York metro area

  • Full-time, remote position (with periodic in-person meetings for team collaboration)

  • Occasional evenings, occasional weekends and regular travel required as the team works between the East and West Coasts

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: 145K-165K/year; this role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses

  • HFC values our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance, retirement plan with employer-matching, professional development opportunities, and paid time off.

  • The opportunity to be part of an innovative and mission-driven organization making a tangible impact on advancing brain health education and Alzheimer’s care, support and advocacy.

How to Apply

Because of the emphasis on writing in this position, we require a cover letter and writing sample to assess writing proficiency.

There’s no such thing as a perfect candidate, so don’t let imposter syndrome hold you back. You don’t need 100% of the preferred qualifications to add value to our team. Our supporters come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish here, we’d love to hear from you.

DEI Statement: We work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the organization. We strive to provide an environment where each person is encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.

At HFC, we take DEI seriously, but we also know that laughing together is a great way to build understanding and create a more inclusive environment. We're like a diverse group of superheroes, with unique powers and perspectives, coming together to make the world a better place.

We’re committed to creating a workplace culture that celebrates differences and embraces everyone's quirks. We believe that diversity is not just about race, gender, or ethnicity, but also about the many different ways that people express themselves and experience the world around them. Our DEI efforts are not just lip service - we're taking action to ensure that everyone is welcome and valued. We know that humor can be a powerful tool for breaking down barriers and bringing people together. So, we invite you to bring your sense of humor to work and help us create a workplace where everyone is free to be their authentic selves.

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Senior Vice President, Communications

Slingshot Strategies

Hybrid (Brooklyn, NY)

Hybrid (Brooklyn, NY at least 2 days per week)

Slingshot Strategies

Date Posted: 3/20/2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Expected Start Date: May 15, 2026

About Us

Slingshot Strategies is a full-service political strategy and public affairs consulting firm providing communications, polling, and advisory expertise to candidates, organizations, and causes that reflect our values. Our team partners with candidates, progressive organizations, and issue advocates to deliver winning results. As a small but high-impact firm, we thrive on collaboration, creativity, and execution.

Our communications practice works with top elected officials, candidates, and causes at the national, state, and local levels. We don’t just land coverage. We make our clients part of the story.

We’re not a typical firm, and this won’t be a typical media plan. We’ve worked with major campaigns and political organizations across some of the most cutting-edge issues from housing to AI. Our work cuts through because our comms is tailor-made to get coverage, not send press releases and cookie-cutter statements into the ether. We don’t send blasts. We shape narratives. We know how to get the

tone-setters writing, the Substackers posting, and how to make your effort the go-to in the AI policy space. That’s the level you deserve to be operating on, and that’s the level we’ll deliver.

Our goal is simple: be everywhere that makes sense (and never be late to the party).

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Vice President to serve as a key leader within our growing communications practice.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, highly organized, and detail-oriented. This role offers the opportunity to help shape and lead the communications practice while serving as a trusted

second-in-commend to the Partner and Department Head. You must thrive in a fast-moving and rapidly changing political environment and be willing to take ownership of a wide range of responsibilities in service of client success. You will have twelve plus years of communications experience with a political campaign, consultancy, advocacy organization, or within government.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior and executive-level clients, leading communications strategy on complex, high-stakes, and highly visible engagements

  • Act as chief strategist across client teams, setting overarching narrative direction, communications approach, and standards of excellence across accounts

  • Anticipate shifts in client priorities, political dynamics, media environments, and external risk factors; translate insight into clear work plans and ensure disciplined execution through effective delegation and team leadership

  • Independently lead and support new business development efforts from early-stage relationship building and ideation through proposal development and pitch presentations

  • Play an active role in firm strategy, including lead generation, marketing initiatives, thought leadership, and identifying new growth opportunities

  • Maintain and cultivate high-level relationships with press, political leaders, and key third-party stakeholders that advance client objectives and firm growth

  • Mentor, lead, and sponsor staff across levels, developing future leaders and reinforcing a strong, collaborative firm culture

  • Partner with senior leadership to align client work with firm-wide priorities, operational standards, and long-term vision

  • Serve as a visible external representative of the firm, strengthening its reputation among clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of communications experience in politics, campaigns, consulting, advocacy, or government, with demonstrated leadership at the senior level

  • Proven experience advising executive-level clients on complex, high-stakes communications challenges

  • Strong track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams and delivering integrated communications strategies

  • Demonstrated success in business development, including cultivating relationships, leading proposals, and contributing to revenue growth

  • Deep understanding of political, policy, and media landscapes, with the ability to anticipate and navigate risk

  • Established network of senior-level media, political, and stakeholder relationships

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to executive audiences

  • Strong management instincts, with a commitment to mentorship, team development, and firm culture

  • Commitment to Democratic values

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary for this position is between $165,000 to $200,000 commensurate with experience plus eligibility for a discretionary bonus at the end of each year. Slingshot Strategies offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a hybrid work model, excellent coverage for medical, vision, and dental insurance; up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave; unlimited Paid Time Off and Sick Leave; 11 paid holidays plus a two-week office closure at the end of the year; a 401k with 4% employer match after 6 months of employment; a $50 monthly cell phone stipend, a $1,000 annual professional stipend and additional benefits.

To Apply: Interested candidates can submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references using this form.

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Development Manager

Hively

Hybrid (Pleasanton, California)

Pleasanton, California

Hively

Date Posted: 3/20/2026

Who We Are

Hively’s mission is to build meaningful connections with families and communities, ensuring access to resources every child in Alameda County needs to thrive. Our vision is to transform the lives of children and families to benefit all communities and ensure a promising future for generations to come. We believe that through subsidized child care, mental health support, and community services centered in families of all types and backgrounds, we can profoundly impact the communities we serve.  If this resonates with you, we invite you to apply to join our team.

Our Team & Culture

Our Team at Hively is a passionate and diverse group of individuals from a wide range of different lived experiences, backgrounds and professional expertise. We strive every day to create an environment for families and staff that is inclusive and welcoming of different experiences and perspectives. We prioritize learning, listening, and growing together and to foster a culture of respect. 

The Opportunity

Hively is seeking a passionate and driven Development Manager to be a key player in our next phase of growth. This vital role is an exciting opportunity to develop and execute comprehensive fundraising and external affairs programs, with a focus on dramatically increasing revenue through both corporate partnerships with multiple engagement strategies and the cultivation of a robust individual donor base. This is a newly created position so you will be building a development function from scratch so an orientation to building from the ground up, navigating ambiguity and a growth mindset is key.

Reporting to the VP, Communications and Development, you will be responsible for creating and leading strategies that deepen Hively's ties within the Tri-Valley area community and secure the resources needed to expand our programs. If you are an empathetic, results-oriented relationship builder ready to make a significant impact, this is your chance to shine.

What you will do:

  • Create, lead and execute a Corporate Development Strategy which includes: 

  •  Initiate, cultivate and nurture relationships with key stakeholders in Alameda County and the Bay area..

  • Develop and lead corporate service projects and team development events with a focus on both impact and revenue growth. 

  • Solicit corporate sponsorships for Hively eventsBridge the relationship between a corporate sponsorship and foundation support

  • Act as a creativity agent with internal and external stakeholders, providing ideas and solutions to increase our collaboration with local corporations. 

  • Initiate and nurture relationships with community members, aiming to create and grow an individual donors group. 

  • Work with Leadership to establish and secure annual fundraising goals. 

  • Create metrics to measure success for fundraising efforts. Iterate as needed. 

  • Be a thought partner for all fundraising work across the organization. 

  • Collaborate with the marketing and comms team to create outreach assets, including messaging and marketing materials. 

  • Work cross-functionally with program teams to design inspiring and impactful service project experiences. 

  • Be an active ambassador for Hively in the communities we serve, seeking meaningful connections to help us increase our work with corporations and individuals, specifically in the Tri-Valley area.

What you should bring:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree, preferably in Marketing or Business, or equivalent professional experience.

  • Professional Experience: A minimum of 6 years of proven experience in fundraising, business development, or sales, with a track record of meeting or exceeding revenue goals.

  • Technical Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of Customer Relationship Management (CRM, preferably HubSpot) and core fundraising tools.

  • Strategic Planning: Experience in developing and executing comprehensive outreach or business development strategies.

  • Relationship Building: An outgoing and outstanding relationship builder with a proven ability to initiate, cultivate, and nurture deep ties with corporate stakeholders and individual donors.

  • Results-Oriented: A passionate and committed fundraiser driven by a growth mindset and focused on establishing and securing annual revenue goals.

  • Entrepreneurial and Sales mindset: Approaches fundraising with the vigor and tenacity of a sales executive, driving the entire pipeline from lead generation (prospecting) to closing (securing annual and multi-year commitments). 

  • Analytical and Creative Problem-Solver: Capacity to apply both analytical rigor and creative, out-of-the-box thinking to solve complex problems and increase collaboration.

  • Empathetic and Collaborative: Highly empathetic, curious, and collaborative, with the ability to work cross-functionally and act as a thought partner across the organization.

  • Adaptability & Reflection: Possesses the capacity for self-reflection, recognizing failures or mistakes, integrating lessons learned into strategy, and iterating on metrics and approaches as needed.

  • Organizational Skills: Highly organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a responsive and reliable manner.

  • Mission Alignment: Passionate about the wellbeing of all families, children, and communities and committed to serving as an active ambassador for the organization.

  • Local Connection: Current residency in Alameda County with established community ties is strongly preferred. 

$95,000 - $115,000 a year

Salary ranges are based on industry data, and final employment offer will be determined based upon factors including but not limited to an applicant's experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans covered at 100% for the employee 

  • Health & Dependent Care FSA 14 Paid Holidays + 4 flex holidays, including your birthday!

  • Generous paid time off policy (over 3 weeks per year)

  • Tuition Reimbursement ($1,000/year)

  • Employee Appreciation Program

  • Life & Long Term Disability Insurance covered 100% by Hively

  • 403(b) plan 

  • SEP-IRA plan with an employer contribution of 5% of annual salary

  • Learning & Development Opportunities

  • Financial wellness program with unlimited access to personal financial advisors

  • Industry competitive salary ranges 

Work Location

This hybrid role offers work-from-home flexibility, subject to manager approval and based on job performance and business requirements. You may also be required to work from other Hively locations within Alameda County as operational needs arise. 

Welcoming Candidates from All Backgrounds

Hively is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of any educational background, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, socioeconomic status, disability, and veteran status.

Please note that applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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Manager, Communications - Research

Mayo Clinic

Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix, Arizona

Mayo Clinic

Date Posted: 3/20/2026

Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

  • Medical: Multiple plan options.

  • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.

  • Vision: Affordable plan with national network.

  • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.

  • Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Must be skilled in developing and executing strategic communication plans that align with the academic medical center's Bold. Forward. strategy. This role will focus on promoting the department's transformative research initiatives, enhancing internal and external communication, and fostering collaboration among clinicians, scientists, and external partners.

Understanding of Clinical, Biomedical, Genetic, Genomic, and/or Translational Research, Studies, Policies and Trials:

  • Familiarity with a wide variety of research processes, terminology, and methodologies.

  • Experience working in or with research institutions, academic medical centers, or similar environments.

Experience with Research Communication:

  • Proven track record of effectively communicating complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences, including researchers, clinicians, patients, and the general public.

  • Experience in creating and managing content related to scientific discoveries, clinical trials, research initiatives and commercialization.

Collaboration with Research and Practice leaders and teams:

  • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary research teams, including scientists, clinicians, and allied health professionals.

  • Ability to understand and translate the needs and goals of research teams into effective, integrated communication strategies.

Knowledge of Research Funding and Grants:

  • Understanding of the dynamic federal research funding landscape, including IRB rules, compliance and management.

Digital and Data-Driven Communication:

  • Familiarity with digital communication tools and platforms used in research dissemination.

  • Experience leveraging data and analytics to measure the impact of communication efforts and adjust strategies accordingly.

The department is responsible to build, grow and protect Mayo Clinic’s reputation in a way that shapes the external environment and nurtures the culture to help achieve the mission of the organization. Department functions consist of reputation management including thought leadership and issues/crisis response; client communications and engagement programs; staff engagement; content and channels; government and community engagement; strategy and insights; communications services.

The manager understands Mayo Clinic business objectives and priorities and leads the development of strategies to support those objectives. The manager partners with other department leaders to execute operational goals, prioritize work, ensure effective and efficient operations, maintain high standards for service excellence and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement. Develops and maintains relationships with Mayo Clinic executive leadership, staff and members of the local and national government and/or media to advance organizational awareness and achievements.

The manager is primarily responsible for the management of staff and/or programs and leveraging functional expertise. May serve enterprise and site leadership needs through participation on committees, task forces and workgroups.

During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question — Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps.

This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. 

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field plus 5 years of relevant work experience. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate in a way that creates clarity, simplifies messages, and aligns with organizational strategy. Knowledge of channels for communication and the ability to build effective communication and engagement strategies. Must be a self-starter with the ability to independently identify opportunities, solutions and resolve challenges. Demonstrated ability to deliver impactful results. Requires an attitude that actively seeks out change, embraces critical questioning, innovation, service and continuous improvement. Must understand how to deal with and navigate ambiguity, and act without having the total picture. Adaptable or flexible. Demonstrated professionalism and ethics, with ability to earn credibility through integrity and transparency. Role models service excellence. Motivates others by being present, engaged, attentive, invites diverse perspectives, demonstrates and inspires a collaborative spirit. Demonstration of strong management skills including strategy and visioning, change management, resource management, and sound judgment are required. Demonstrated use of management principles of delegation, organization and execution to maximize the value of projects and initiatives is also essential. Excellent interpersonal skills to include presentation, negotiation, persuasion, team facilitation, constructive feedback and written communications skills are required. Superior project management experience, knowledge and skills must be demonstrated. Incumbent must have the ability to independently manage a varied workload of projects with multiple priorities. Demonstrates interest in continuous learning and professional development, in addition to functional area expertise.

Exemption Status: Exempt
Compensation Detail: $119,454.40 - $173,222.40 / year
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Hours/Pay Period: 80

Schedule Details
M-F, business hours. This is a hybrid position. Must be located within a reasonable driving distance of Rochester, MN; Phoenix, AZ; or Jacksonville, FL Mayo Clinic campus. The preference is to live within driving distance from Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN.

Weekend Schedule
As needed

International Assignment
No

Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law".  Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter: Maggie Kramer

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AI Adoption and Integration Program Consultant

St. David’s Foundation

Remote

Remote

St. David’s Foundation

Date Posted: 3/12/2026

Overview

St. David’s Foundation is seeking a consultant for an organization-wide project to adopt and integrate the use of artificial intelligence tools into the Foundation’s work and operations. This includes transforming the Foundation’s current AI guidelines into a robust policy, creating a process for vetting AI tools for security and utility, educating and training staff on AI product use and privacy and security issues, and developing a framework to analyze work functions for optimization through the use of AI tools.

A successful partner must have knowledge of the AI industry and common tools, and the ability to guide the Foundation’s AI team through successful launch of its AI adoption and integration efforts. Beyond the obvious criteria of proven skills and experience, we’re looking for a partner who embraces mission-driven work and shares the same commitment to advancing equity and brings expertise and awareness in cultural competency related to AI technology. Experience with medical/dental organizations or grantmaking organizations is ideal.

A successful partner must demonstrate the ability to assist the Foundation in developing a plan that provides clarity and guidance in adopting and integrating AI technology with efficiency and impact. One that articulates objectives, goals, action steps, and metrics to measure ongoing progress. An effective plan is one that:

  • Provide a roadmap for managing the project complexities

  • Provides focus, clarity, and direction for both our internal and external work

  • Enables teams to create clear and realistic AI adoption workplans that are in service of our Foundation strategic vision and direction

About St. David’s Foundation

St. David’s Foundation is a community-focused and equity-driven organization with more than 100 employees supporting health and wellness in Central Texas. As one of the largest health foundations in the United States, the Foundation funds over $100 million annually in a five-county area surrounding Austin, Texas (Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Travis, and Williamson counties). Through a unique partnership with St. David’s HealthCare, we strategically reinvest proceeds from the hospital system back into the community, with the goal of advancing health equity and improving the health and well-being of our most underserved Central Texas neighbors. The Foundation also operates one of the largest mobile dental programs in the country and offers the largest healthcare scholarship program in Texas, the St. David’s Neal Kocurek Program.

Through investments and action, St. David’s Foundation is committed to centering health equity in all that we do so that all Central Texans have a fair chance to achieve optimal health with no avoidable, unjust, or systematically caused differences in health status due to ethnicity, race, age, ability, or geography.

Each team within the Foundation plays a key role in advancing our mission and has a role to play in the strategic planning process. Teams include Community Investments, Community Programs, Learning and Evaluation, Communications, Human Resources, Legal, IT, and Finance.

Scope of Services and Project Goals

The selected consultant will be expected to perform services that may include, but are not limited to, the following areas. Proposers are encouraged to recommend refinements or additions to the scope based on their expertise.

AI Readiness and Maturity Assessment

  • Evaluate the Foundation’s current state of AI readiness, including:

    • Data quality, availability, and governance practices

    • Existing technology infrastructure and systems

    • Current use (formal or informal) of AI tools across teams

    • Workforce skills, awareness, and comfort with AI technologies

  • Identify strengths, gaps, risks, and dependencies that may affect successful AI adoption.

  • Provide a high-level maturity assessment and readiness summary to inform prioritization and sequencing of AI initiatives.

AI Strategy and Use Case Identification

  • Collaborate with stakeholders across functions to identify high-value, mission-aligned AI use cases, including opportunities for:

    • Workflow optimization and efficiency gains

    • Knowledge management and research support

    • Data analysis and insights generation

    • Communications, customer or community engagement, and internal operations

  • Assess proposed use cases based on feasibility, impact, risk, cost, and alignment with organizational values.

  • Develop a prioritized portfolio of AI initiatives with clear rationale and success criteria.

Implementation Roadmap

  • Develop a phased, actionable AI implementation roadmap, including:

    • Short, medium, and long-term initiatives

    • Key milestones, dependencies, and decision points

    • Roles and responsibilities across communications, IT, legal, and leadership functions

  • Provide guidance on integration with existing systems, tools, and workflows.

Governance, Risk, and Responsible AI Framework

  • Support the development or refinement of AI governance policies and guidelines, including:

    • Responsible and ethical use principles

    • Data privacy, security, and compliance considerations

    • Transparency, accountability, and human oversight expectations

  • Design a process for vetting, approving, and monitoring AI tools and vendors for security, legal, and operational risk.

  • Advise on ongoing governance structures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards.

Training, Change Management, and Capacity Building

  • Recommend a training and enablement approach tailored to different roles and levels within the Foundation.

  • Develop or advise on educational materials addressing:

    • Practical use of AI tools

    • Data privacy and security responsibilities

    • Ethical considerations and risk awareness

  • Support change management efforts to promote adoption, trust, and effective use of AI technologies across teams.

Measurement, Evaluation, and Continuous Improvement

  • Define metrics and success indicators to measure the impact and effectiveness of AI initiatives.

  • Recommend processes for ongoing evaluation, iteration, and improvement of AI tools and practices.

  • Provide guidance on sustaining AI capabilities beyond the initial engagement.

Project Goals

The overarching goals of this engagement are to:

  • Establish a clear and shared vision for AI adoption that aligns with organizational strategy and values.

  • Enable responsible, secure, and compliant use of AI technologies across the enterprise.

  • Identify and prioritize AI opportunities that deliver measurable value and operational impact.

  • Build internal understanding, skills, and confidence to support long-term AI use.

  • Create a practical roadmap and governance framework that supports ongoing innovation while managing risk.

Budget

The cost of services will be determined by the final accepted work plan.

Submission and Timeline

This project is a priority, and the Foundation wants to begin the engagement no later than April 2026. While the Foundation has initial thoughts on the project workflow, we expect the selected partner to guide the overall process, timeline, and best practices. These should be clearly articulated in the RFP submission.

Please include in your proposal:

  • Cover letter

  • Approach to the work

  • Recommended timeline

  • Proposed budget

  • Relevant work and case studies that are most representative of the thinking and approach you would use on our project.

  • Detailed outline of team structure, including bios (account team outlines in submission must be present during agency presentation)

Submissions & Questions: AI@stdavidsfoundation.org
Proposals Due: March 27, 2026
Meetings and Presentations: As scheduled – Week of April 13th
Notice of Award: Week of April 20th
Start Date: Kickoff project Week of April 27th

Note: all dates subject to change

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Communications and Data Specialist

NAAEE

Remote

Remote

North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE)

Date Posted: 3/12/2026

About the Role:

The North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) is looking for a creative, data-savvy communicator to join our team as the Communications and Data Specialist. In this role, you’ll support NAAEE’s communication and marketing efforts, including managing NAAEE’s digital presence (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Google My Business) and multimedia campaigns, writing newsletters, and supporting our webinars, podcast, and websites. You’ll collaborate across all program areas, support our professional learning platform (eePRO), and help bring our annual report, fundraising campaigns, and conference communications to life.

This role is for someone who loves storytelling, thinks strategically about audience engagement, and brings both creative energy and analytical curiosity to their work. If you’re a self-starter who thrives at the intersection of content, community, and data, we’d love to hear from you.

General Communications duties include:

Digital Communications and Content

  • Drive outreach plans for NAAEE projects using websites, digital media, and direct communications.

  • Promote the field of environmental education and NAAEE programs and initiatives, including EE

  • 30 Under 30, the CEE-Change Fellowship, Affiliate Network, the annual conference, and others.

  • Create compelling copy, graphics, and video content for social media, websites, and newsletters.

  • Maintain organizational content calendar and ensure timely, consistent publishing.

  • Produce biweekly eeNEWS mailings for member and nonmembers.

Web and Analytics

  • Support updates to NAAEE’s family of websites and routinely assess performance and SEO.

  • Oversee analytics tracking and reporting across all NAAEE websites and social channels, and

  • provide insights and recommendations to program teams.

  • Manage NAAEE’s Google Ads and Google My Business accounts.

  • Ensure accessibility compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Webinars, Podcasts, and Multimedia

  • Coordinate webinars by developing event calendar and supporting promotion, production, and

  • captioning.

  • Manage NAAEE’s YouTube channel.

  • Support the NAAEE podcast, including production, website copy updates, outreach, and

  • performance reporting.

Strategy and Collaboration

  • Assist with updating NAAEE’s communications guidelines.

  • Deliver communications best practices presentations to internal and external partners.

  • Help plan fundraising initiatives; bring fresh ideas to membership and donor engagement.

What We’re Looking for:

Education and Experience

  • 4+ years of communications experience in communications, marketing, or related field.

  • Bachelor’s degree in one or more relevant fields, including journalism, environmental education,

  • marketing, communications, and/or conservation OR equivalent experience.

Skills and Strengths

  • Exceptional writing and editing skills (clear, engaging, and adapted for a variety of audiences);

  • experience writing for web and social media.

  • Exceptional graphic design skills.

  • Proficiency in web content management systems, HTML, and a CRM (Drupal and CiviCRM

  • preferred).

  • Experience with Google Marketing Suite (Analytics, Ads, Search Console).

  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva for graphics creation.

  • Strong project management skills: ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

  • Experience with video creation and editing preferred.

  •  Experience with podcast production preferred.

Personal Attributes

  • Passion for environmental education and strategic communications.

  • Respect for diverse perspectives and lived experiences.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a highly-skilled team.

  • A true team-player who represents NAAEE enthusiastically to members, funders, and partners.

  • Curiosity about effective communications and willingness to learn and grow in the role.

  • Positive, flexible, with a sense of humor.

Why Work at NAAEE:

NAAEE is a global community of educators, leaders, and partners working to advance environmental education as a powerful force for learning, leadership, and positive change. At NAAEE, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Shape communications efforts that champion NAAEE programs and initiatives.

  • Support initiatives and leaders working to strengthen environmental education worldwide.

  • Highlight the work of inspiring partners, educators, and youth across the U.S. and worldwide.

  • Be part of a small, committed team that values creativity, learning, and shared leadership.

  • See the real-world impact of your work on people, communities, and the future of

  • environmental education.

To Apply:

To apply, please upload a cover letter and resume through this Google form. If for any reason the

Google form is not accessible for you, please email your cover letter and resume to HR@naaee.org with “Communications and Data Specialist NAAEE” in the subject line. We will accept applications until the position is filled.

Please note: We value a human-centered hiring process! We ask that you not use AI for this application, as this is a communications position, and we will not use AI as part of our hiring process.

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Senior Speechwriter / Thought Leadership Writer (Contract)

C&S

Remote

Remote

C&S

Date Posted: 3/12/2026

Great leaders don’t just share ideas. They help people see the world differently.

C&S is seeking a Senior Speechwriter and Thought Leadership Writer to help shape the public voice of our president, Rajiv Vinnakota.

This role is designed for a writer of ideas—someone who can translate emerging insights about civic life, education, and the next generation into compelling speeches, columns, and opinion writing.

We are particularly interested in writers with experience shaping arguments help people understand a problem or idea in a new way.

The Work

The contractor will work closely with Raj and the Chief Communications Officer to develop written thought leadership across several formats.

Between now and June 30, the primary outputs include:

  • Bi-weekly Forbes column (approximately 6 columns)

  • 3 op-eds for national or sector publications

  • Refinement of Raj’s core stump speech

The writing will explore themes at the intersection of higher education, civic life, trust, and the future of work, including how young people develop the civic skills needed to move the country forward.

Who This Role Is For

This role is best suited for someone who enjoys writing ideas, not just content.

Strong candidates may come from backgrounds in:

  • Speechwriting

  • Opinion journalism

  • Thought leadership strategy

You may be a good fit if you:

  • Are an exceptional writer with a strong editorial voice

  • Can turn complex ideas into clear, persuasive arguments

  • Are comfortable collaborating closely with a principal

Helpful, but not required:

  • Experience in higher education, civic engagement, workforce development, or democracy

A Note on Fit

If you enjoy writing speeches, essays, or opinion pieces that help audiences see an issue in a new way, this role may be a strong fit. The goal is to amplify Raj’s voice and ideas based on an established thought leadership strategy.  

Contract Details

  • Type: Independent contractor

  • Duration: Project-based through June 30

  • Location: Remote

  • Compensation: Approximately $25,000 for the project scope

About C&S

Founded in 1945 as the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation, C&S (cands.org) sparks young people to create bold, fresh civic solutions that move our country forward.

Guided by the Power of &, C&S is grounded in a simple belief: young people with ideas—not institutions with ideologies—make our country stronger. At a time of deep division and rapid change, we meet young people where they are—on campuses, in workplaces, and in communities—and equip them with the civic skills, support, and real-world opportunities to lead change.

Across all of our work, C&S helps young people practice three essential civic skills: having productive conversations, using credible information, and collaborating to create solutions.

By 2029, C&S aims to spark 20 million young people to step up as civic problem-solvers. 

How to Apply

Please submit on Idealist https://ideali.st/pjMZPL

  • Resume or portfolio

  • 2–3 examples of speeches, op-eds, or essays

  • A brief note explaining why this work interests you

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Contract Storyteller (Communications Specialist)

C&S

Remote

Remote

C&S

Date Posted: 3/12/2026

Most institutional work is described in reports.

We’re looking for someone who can turn it into stories people actually want to read.

C&S is seeking a contract storyteller to help uncover and shape powerful narratives emerging from college campuses across the country.

These campuses are part of the College Presidents for Civic Preparedness (CP2) coalition — a network of more than 125 colleges and universities working to prepare students for civic life.

The contractor will lead the strategic and creative direction for several storytelling projects, including narrative-driven case studies and the CP2 annual impact report.

This work contributes to C&S’s broader mission: sparking 20 million young people to step up as civic problem-solvers by 2029.

Our storytelling approach is simple:
Show the work. Real people. Real challenges. Real civic problem-solving.

The Work

Over the next two quarters, you will help lead storytelling for two core projects.

Narrative Case Studies

Three case study-like outputs highlighting how members of the College Presidents for Civic Preparedness coalition are building a strong civic culture where every student can practice the essential civic skills they need to become engaged citizens.

Annual Impact Report

A publication designed to read less like a traditional nonprofit report and more like a clear, engaging narrative about what is actually happening across the College Presidents for Civic Preparedness coalition.

Rather than producing traditional communications materials packaged as PDFs, this role focuses on finding and shaping the stories that show civic learning in action.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Working with the C&S team to identify compelling student-driven stories from a 125+ campus network

  • Drawing mostly from an existing storybank, and developing new stories where needed

  • Writing case studies, report content, and narrative storytelling aligned with the C&S brand voice

  • Developing content designed to work across reports, web, and digital storytelling formats

  • Providing strategic and creative direction for storytelling projects

  • Collaborating closely with a C&S Marketing Director, Communications Manager, and Graphic Designer to shape final outputs 

Who This Role Is For

This role is best suited for someone who thinks of themselves as a storyteller first.

Strong candidates may come from backgrounds in:

  • Content creation

  • Journalism

  • Editorial or mission-driven content creation

You might be a good fit if you:

  • Are an exceptional digital-first writer and storyteller

  • Can identify compelling narratives within complex material

  • Know how to translate institutional work into clear, human-centered stories

  • Enjoy collaborating with designers and creative teams

  • Are comfortable working independently on project-based work

Helpful, but not required:

  • Experience with higher education

  • Experience with civic engagement or democracy work

  • Experience producing impact reports, narrative case studies, or long-form storytelling

A Note on Fit

This role, however, is specifically designed for someone who sees themselves as a storyteller first. If your work is primarily focused on media relations, marketing campaigns, or institutional messaging, this role may not be the best fit. But if you enjoy reporting, interviewing, finding narrative threads, and shaping stories that bring complex work to life, we encourage you to submit your materials. 

Contract Details

  • Type: Independent contractor

  • Duration: Project-based over the next two quarters

  • Location: Remote

  • Compensation: Approximately $35,000 for the full project scope

About C&S

Founded in 1945 as the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation, C&S (cands.org) sparks young people to create bold, fresh civic solutions that move our country forward.

Guided by the Power of &, C&S is grounded in a simple belief: young people with ideas—not institutions with ideologies—make our country stronger. At a time of deep division and rapid change, we meet young people where they are—on campuses, in workplaces, and in communities—and equip them with the civic skills, support, and real-world opportunities to lead change.

Across all of our work, C&S helps young people practice three essential civic skills: having productive conversations, using credible information, and collaborating to create solutions.

By 2029, C&S aims to spark 20 million young people to step up as civic problem-solvers. 

How to Apply

Please submit on Idealist https://ideali.st/8BqWWA

  • Resume or portfolio

  • 2–3 work examples 

  • A short note explaining why this work interests you

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Head of Public Engagement / Communications

Center for AI Safety (CAIS)

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco, CA

Center for AI Safety (CAIS)

Date Posted: 3/12/2026

The Center for AI Safety (CAIS) is a leading research and advocacy organization focused on mitigating societal-scale risks from AI. We address AI’s toughest challenges through technical research, field-building initiatives, and policy engagement, along with our sister organization in DC, Center for AI Safety Action Fund.

Public awareness remains the single biggest bottleneck in AI safety. Fortunately, the public's interest in AI safety is growing extremely quickly. Videos, articles, and social posts about AI safety are now reaching millions, and public curiosity is compounding by the week. CAIS is building a public engagement team to harness this surge in public interest and maximize the amount of attention that AI safety receives.

We’re hiring a senior leader to own narrative, reputation, and distribution across all public channels. You’ll set strategy, build the team, manage budgets, and run rapid response. This is the DRI for public engagement—responsible for message discipline, speed, and quality at scale. You will report to the Executive Director.

What You’ll Do

  • Define and execute the org-wide public engagement strategy

  • Own narrative architecture and reputation risk management

  • Lead rapid response during news cycles and critical moments

  • Oversee social, video, editorial, and press functions

  • Build and manage budgets, hiring, and vendor relationships

  • Align closely with Research, Policy, and Publications

  • Establish operating cadence, dashboards, and performance standards

What We’re Looking For

  • 10+ years in senior communications, public affairs, or media

  • Experience leading multi-channel teams in high-stakes environments

  • Strong editorial judgment and crisis instincts

  • Comfort translating technical work into public narratives

  • Track record of scaling teams and processes

$140,000 - $240,000 a year

Benefits:

  • Health insurance for you and your dependents

  • 401K plan + 4% matching

  • Unlimited PTO

  • Lunch and dinner at the office

  • Annual Professional Development Stipend

  • Access to some of the top talent working on technical and conceptual research in AI safety

The Center for AI Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. In alignment with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.​

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact contact@safe.ai.​

We value diversity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

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Director, Communications & Content

Irrigation Association

Remote

Remote

Irrigation Association (IA)

Date Posted: 3/12/2026

ABOUT US

The Irrigation Association (IA) is the leading trade association for irrigation equipment and system manufacturers, dealers, distributors, designers, consultants, contractors, and end users. We are committed to ensuring the Irrigation Association remains a central point for collectively elevating our interests and a unifying voice on the value that irrigation brings to green spaces and the food, fuel, fiber and feed that our nation and globe need.

As the Irrigation Association positions itself to meet the future demands of its stakeholders and capture growth opportunities, we listen to and learn from our members, remain agile and responsive, and lead with foresight.

We’re driving innovation in sustainable irrigation practices while serving as the unified voice for our industry.

ABOUT YOU

The Director, Communications & Content is the organization’s chief storyteller and narrative strategist, responsible for shaping how the irrigation industry understands itself and how it is understood by adjacent industries, decision-makers, and the public.

This role leads IA’s industry storytelling, content strategy, and messaging architecture, ensuring irrigation’s value, innovation, and impact are clearly articulated through authoritative content, publications, executive communications, and digital channels. Public affairs communications are supported through clear issue framing, message development, and content assets; IA’s influence is driven primarily through credibility, education, and narrative leadership rather than grassroots advocacy.

You bring a strong editorial sensibility and strategic mindset. You understand how to elevate complex, technical subject matter into compelling industry narratives that build trust, advance understanding, and position IA as the definitive voice on irrigation. You believe great storytelling is a strategic asset and one that informs policy conversations, strengthens industry alignment, and elevates IA’s leadership role.

You lead with clarity, standards, and intent. You set the direction for communications, empower your team to execute at a high level, and ensure every IA communication reflects purpose, coherence, and editorial excellence.

Core Responsibilities will include:

Industry Storytelling & Content Strategy

  • Define and lead IA’s long-term industry storytelling and content strategy aligned to organizational priorities

  • Establish narrative pillars that articulate the value, impact, innovation, and future of irrigation

  • Ensure IA content consistently educates, informs, and elevates industry understanding

  • Shape content that serves manufacturers, professionals, partners, and adjacent audiences

  • Position IA as the authoritative, credible source on irrigation issues through clarity and insight

  • Ensure content strategy emphasizes education and influence rather than grassroots advocacy

  • Reviews content performance insights to guide strategic storytelling priorities and resource allocation.

Publications, Editorial Leadership & Content Ecosystem

  • Provide strategic oversight and editorial direction for IA’s publications

  • Set long-range editorial vision and thematic planning for magazines and major content initiatives

  • Ensure publications, digital platforms, and social channels function as a cohesive content ecosystem

  • Guide content repurposing and amplification across channels to extend reach and relevance

  • Oversee editorial standards, voice consistency, and content quality across all IA outputs

Messaging, Positioning & Executive Communications

  • Define IA’s messaging frameworks and positioning across priority topics

  • Oversee executive communications, including CEO and board messaging, speeches, and presentations

  • Ensure leadership communications reinforce IA’s narrative, authority, and strategic intent

  • Coach executives and senior leaders on storytelling, message clarity, and audience alignment

  • Serve as senior advisor on tone, framing, and communications approach in high-visibility situations

Public Affairs Communications Support

  • Support policy and external affairs efforts through message development, issue framing, and content assets

  • Translate policy positions into clear, accessible, educational content

  • Ensure consistency between industry storytelling and policy-related communications

  • Provide editorial guidance and quality control for public-facing issue materials

  • Coordinate with external partners or consultants as needed

Team Leadership & Organizational Collaboration

  • Lead and develop the Communications & Content team, setting clear expectations and priorities

  • Ensure strong coordination between communications, digital, marketing, policy, and program teams

  • Establish efficient content workflows, editorial governance, and decision-making structures

  • Foster a culture of strategic thinking, editorial excellence, and accountability

Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.

Qualifications, Skills, & Experience will include:

Education & Experience Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, public affairs, or related field.

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic communications, content leadership, or editorial roles.

  • Demonstrated success leading content and storytelling strategy at an organizational level.

  • Strong background in publications, executive communications, and industry-facing content.

  • Experience in associations, trade organizations, or complex B2B environments strongly preferred.

  • Comfort working with technical subject matter and translating it for diverse audiences.

  • Experience leading through ambiguity, diagnosing problems, and proposing solutions.

Technical & Analytical Skills

  • Strong technical acumen and analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft products and the ability to learn and integrate new and emerging technologies to simplify and improve business practices. 

Preferred

  • Familiarity with program management tools, and data-driven evaluation.

  • Experience modernizing legacy programs or transitioning organizations away from ad-hoc practices.

  • Industry knowledge in agriculture, irrigation, or the green sector is a plus.

Success Competencies

  • Narrative leadership and long-range storytelling vision

  • Editorial authority and sound communications judgment

  • Strategic storytelling that builds credibility and understanding

  • Executive presence and confidence advising senior leaders

  • Discipline to prioritize clarity, education, and coherence

  • Ability to lead, mentor, and elevate a communications team

Leadership Attributes We Value

  • Creative problem solver who sees constraints as design challenges.

  • Comfortable questioning legacy approaches and improving them respectfully.

  • Calm, structured, and decisive in complex environments.

  • Collaborative, not territorial; confident without ego.

  • Deep respect for credibility, standards, and volunteer leadership.

Irrigation Association is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Irrigation Association 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. For more information, please visit e-verify.uscis.gov.

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