Arena · 1 week ago
1199SEIU: Director of Communications
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$225K/yr - $250K/yr
15+ years expArena is seeking a strategic, innovative leader for the position of Director of Communications at 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East, the largest healthcare union in the nation. The Director will develop and implement the union’s strategic communications plan to elevate its public profile and support its mission of advocating for quality healthcare and social justice.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Develop and implement creative, impactful communication plans that support 1199SEIU’s strategic goals and enhance the union’s profile and reputation among key audiences, including members, policymakers, and other stakeholders
Collaborate with staff and leadership in five regions, coordinating messaging priorities and campaign strategies to amplify 1199SEIU’s work
Oversee development and production of 1199SEIU’s communications including digital, media, editorial, and creative services
Develop and execute a communications strategy to position elected officers as national thought leaders for working people and labor issues
Manage and mentor a high-performing team, promoting a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability
Develop and foster strong external relationships with media and key influencers
Lead efforts to create innovative, compelling engagement strategies and content, ensuring consistency in organizational voice, tone, and messaging
Serve as a spokesperson and manage media interactions, prioritizing media opportunities, and developing talking points and materials for 1199SEIU’s leadership
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in communications, ideally in advocacy, political campaigns, unions and/or government, with at least five years of senior leadership experience
Deep expertise in strategic communications including earned media, digital media, rapid response, crisis communications, messaging development, and media relations at a national or large-scale level
Significant experience managing staff with a focus on mentoring, professional development, and driving cross-functional collaboration
Expertise in the political and advocacy world, with an understanding of issues impacting working families
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect with a variety of stakeholders, including the media, members, and movement partners
Proven ability to direct, coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise staff effectively through a collaborative, results-driven approach work
Ability to develop and implement comprehensive communication plans that align with organizational goals and engage diverse audiences effectively
Proficiency in digital and media strategy, with demonstrated experience in managing multi-channel content strategies
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
Ability to travel and manage a flexible, fast-paced schedule, with occasional evening and weekend work
Deep commitment to working people and social and racial justice
Preferred
Management experience with a unionized staff is strongly preferred
Benefits
Good wages and benefits
Safe staffing
Paid time off
Secure retirement
Model childcare and education benefits
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