The Communications Director, Political Affairs is responsible for the design and execution of strategic communications campaigns that support and further the goals of EDF's priority issues, particularly at the federal level. The Communications Director will develop communications strategies and tactics for impact and manage them to completion in the necessary timeframe, including media outreach, digital strategies, online and in-person events, and message development. This role also will work in collaboration with other environmental and conservation groups to advance shared goals, facilitate strategic development amongst coalition partners, lead assessment and evaluation of the communications work of coalition partners, and oversee management of external public relations and marketing consultants. Responsibilities include developing coordinated national, regional, or localized communication plans and key messages on EDF's highest-priority issue areas; creating message platforms and tailoring them into talking points, speeches, op-eds, news releases, blogs and media pitches; developing and executing digital program strategy; managing a two-person team; developing and managing paid media across digital, television and other platforms; cultivating relationships with agenda-setting media and reporters; and managing PR/communications agency support. Qualifications: 8+ years' marketing/communications experience, preferably in a political or issue advocacy context (environmental experience a plus); exceptional writing and editing skills for policymaker and civil society audiences; ability to lead, manage and mentor staff and cross-functional teams; excellent project and time management skills; independent problem-solving and crisis communications skills; proven ability to use sophisticated public affairs strategies to achieve policy goals; and proficiency in strategic use of social and digital media. This is a hybrid position (2-3 days/week) based out of the Washington, D.C. office. This is a one-year fixed term position with full benefits and the possibility of extension. Pay range: $128,000 - $138,000 USD/Yr. The director reports to the Associate Vice President, Communications, Political Affairs.
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online via the EDF Workday careers portal. Please include a cover letter in your application.
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