Democratic National Committee · 2 months ago
Director of Strategic Planning
Washington, DC (DNC HQ)
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$110K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expThe Democratic Party is seeking a Director of Strategic Planning to join their communications team. This role will be responsible for developing and implementing priorities and systems that align with the DNC's long-term goals, while enhancing collaboration across various departments.
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Responsibilities
Drive strategic planning processes within the communications team, setting phased goals, tracking progress, and identifying gaps or redundancies across verticals
Support interdepartmental convening across the DNC to further align strategies, tactics, and opportunities (e.g., DNC War Room) and ensure timely collaboration and effective workflow management
Design and implement systems that improve internal communication, knowledge sharing, and operational efficiency within the communications department
Manage and coordinate high-priority projects, including the planning and execution of major initiatives, written products, and public-facing events
Develop internal project timelines and accountability systems to ensure on-time delivery of communications initiatives
Support the Communications Director in managing team bandwidth, triaging urgent priorities, and ensuring staff are resourced and informed
Serve as strategic partner to the heads of Communications, Research, and Mobilization in planning for the midterm elections and the 2028 presidential election
Manage the approval of outbound materials from the War Room, using strong political judgement and exceptional writing abilities
Support the preparation of briefing materials, strategy memos, and internal communications for department-wide meetings and special projects
Foster a culture of excellence, transparency, and collaboration across the communications team through regular feedback loops, systems improvements, and staff development initiatives
Supports the communications department’s budget management
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in political communications, including experience in high-pressure environments
Familiarity with a variety of campaign components including communications, organizing/mobilization, political, data, etc
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and keep up with the daily news cycle
Proven record of managing multiple deadlines and responsibilities
Preferred
Campaign, congressional and/or Committee experience is a plus
Benefits
Generous paid time off, including federal holidays and open leave
Health and dental insurance for employee and dependents; 90% paid by the DNC, 10% paid by employee
Supplementary vision plans available to employees for purchase
Up to a 5% employer match DNC 401(k) plan
Pre-tax flexible spending account benefits available to employees and dependents
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Democratic National Committee
The Democratic National Committee is the formal governing body for the United States Democratic Party.
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