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Vital Voices Global Partnership · 1 month ago

Chief External Relations Officer

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

Vital Voices Global Partnership is a leading international non-profit organization focused on investing in women leaders tackling global challenges. The Chief External Relations Officer will lead the organization's global communications, events, and development strategy, ensuring alignment with its mission and expanding its global footprint.

AssociationCommunitiesSocial MediaSocial NetworkWomen's

No H1B

Responsibilities

Drive a comprehensive fundraising strategy to grow diversified revenue across individual, corporate, and foundations

This role will lead and coach a team of 8 staff in the overall engagement of corporate, foundation and individual donors to ensure the cultivation, acquisition, renewal, and stewardship of donations

Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with a portfolio of high-net-worth donors, foundations, and brand partners aligned with the Vital Voices mission

Work with the Development team to set and achieve annual revenue goals and multi-year growth plans

Partner with the CEO and Board to strengthen and leverage philanthropic relationships and fundraising capacity

Align development strategy with communications to ensure consistent messaging and compelling storytelling that inspires investment

Oversee a global communications strategy that elevates the Vital Voices brand and strengthens media visibility

Serve as a spokesperson and brand steward, ensuring consistent messaging across digital, social, and earned media

Lead crisis and reputational communications, supporting executive visibility and institutional credibility

Advance storytelling that highlights the impact of women leaders in the Vital Voices network

Expand Vital Voices’ digital presence through robust use of social media, web platforms, and newsletters

Lead efforts to build and sustain high-impact partnerships with corporations, media outlets, advocacy groups, and mission-aligned institutions

Act as a key spokesperson and media contact, strengthening Vital Voices’ presence in national and international media

Oversee strategic planning and execution of major organizational events and convenings that raise visibility and deepen engagement

Partner with program and advocacy teams to amplify field work through strategic external engagement

Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and senior leadership on communications, advancement, crisis response, and positioning strategies

Lead and manage a high-performing External Relations team, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and mission-driven culture

Set clear, measurable objectives and regularly report progress toward strategic advancement goals

Represent Vital Voices externally at events, forums, and in the media, serving as a compelling ambassador of the organization

Qualification

Fundraising strategyIntegrated communicationsCross-cultural team leadershipGlobal dynamics understandingDigital marketing toolsStorytelling skillsProject management skillsAnalytic skillsCommitment to missionNonprofit leadershipInternational experienceLanguage skillsExceptional communicationMentoring experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, international relations, public affairs, or a related field; advanced degree preferred

15+ years of senior-level experience in fundraising, board relations, communications, and external affairs, preferably in a growth focused nonprofit or mission-driven organization

Proven success in designing and implementing multi-million-dollar fundraising campaigns and cultivating high-level donor relationships

Exceptional communication, storytelling, and writing skills, with experience tailoring messages to diverse global audiences

Strategic thinker with strong analytic and project management skills; able to balance visionary leadership with hands-on execution

Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring cross-functional teams through organizational growth and change

Deep understanding of digital marketing tools and analytics to optimize outreach and engagement

Commitment to the mission of Vital Voices and experience working in global women's leadership, human rights, or similar fields