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Stand Together · 4 months ago

Director of Executive Communications

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of the country’s biggest problems. The Director of Executive Communications will develop high-impact executive communications and implement comprehensive positioning strategies to enhance the organization's thought leadership and executive presence.

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Responsibilities

Develop, refine, and edit high-impact executive communications, including talking points, op-eds, and public statements

Create and implement comprehensive executive positioning strategies aligned with organizational goals and brand narrative

Design, manage, and update long-term communications roadmaps tailored to each principal’s role and goals, including oversight of social media strategy and execution

Ensure that each principal’s narrative framework is aligned with and drives forward ST’s brand and strategic priorities

Monitor news cycles and industry trends to identify timely opportunities for executive visibility and thought leadership

Prepare detailed briefing materials for interviews, panels, and public speaking engagements

Produce media kits including executive bios, Q&As, and other supporting materials for press and public relations

Lead media training sessions to ensure executives are prepared and confident in public-facing scenarios

Facilitate prep sessions ahead of interviews and speaking engagements to align messaging and delivery

Draft quotes and messaging that reflect and reinforce the organization’s strategic narrative

Strategically coordinate salons, panels, and speaking opportunities to build a cohesive executive reputation and thought leadership platform

Cultivate and manage relationships with key journalists and media outlets to enhance executive visibility

Serve as a strategic liaison between Executive Leadership, Public Affairs, Business Units, and Brand teams to maximize the impact of high-value communications opportunities

Qualification

Thought leadership communicationsExecutive positioning strategiesStrategic narrative developmentPublic speaking skillsMedia training experienceSocial media strategyNetworking capabilitiesExecution skillsCollaborative approach

Required

Minimum of 10 years of experience in thought leadership communications and marketing or related fields

Demonstrated experience supporting executive-level stakeholders (CEO, Board) in building brand, reputation, and positioning strategies

Proven strategic thinker with strong execution skills; able to operate at the intersection of vision and delivery

Exceptional writing and public speaking skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives tailored to executive audiences and deliver them with clarity and impact

Experience developing and executing strategic plans across multi-channel platforms including social media, live events, donor engagements, and conferences

Self-starter with a collaborative, coachable, and humble approach; thrives in iterative, fast-paced environments

Strong networking capabilities, particularly at the executive and media levels

Willingness and ability to work in-person as needed to support executive engagements and team collaboration

Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect