International Campaign for Tibet · 1 day ago
Director of Strategic Communications
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$100K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expThe International Campaign for Tibet is searching for an experienced Director of Strategic Communications to drive strategic communications that support and advance ICT’s mission. This role involves developing integrated communications strategies, overseeing content creation, and enhancing ICT’s visibility and engagement with various stakeholders.
Association
Responsibilities
Develop an integrated communications strategy to advance ICT’s advocacy, positive reputation and visibility within and across a variety of communications platforms and with journalists, editorial boards, influencers, and other stakeholders within traditional and new media
Oversee content creation, dissemination, and design for all of ICT’s communications platforms, including its websites and social media accounts
Develop and implement communications plans, including timelines, deliverables and budgets, to ensure a steady drumbeat of awareness, education and engagement to ICT’s target audiences
Create positioning and messaging for ICT U.S. and contribute to standardizing and strengthening ICT’s global messaging in collaboration with ICT’s Europe-based offices
Work with colleagues from ICT’s advocacy, research and monitoring, and membership teams to identify opportunities and create innovative content which further integrates communications across all of ICT’s work
Pitch story ideas to relevant journalists, editorial boards, opinion writers, podcasters, and influencers
Monitor media, maintain and develop relationships with media contacts, especially those based in the U.S., Canada, UK, and India, among other global media markets
Write communication materials designed for media engagement as well as for distribution to other key stakeholder audiences
Develop and implement strategies and plans for increasing ICT’s social/digital media presence
Develop and manage branding and marketing services for the organization
Maintain an up-to-date media contacts database. Staff special events and serve as media contact as needed
Conduct media training for selected ICT staff
Handle crisis communications as needed
Develop speaking and visibility opportunities for ICT’s senior leadership
Oversee three direct reports on the communications team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field (communications and media, journalism, public policy, international relations, or political science)
Minimum five years of experience as a senior-level Communications or Media Director, preferably within the U.S. legislative or executive branch or an international advocacy organization
Deep understanding and expertise in foreign policy, international affairs, and/or developments in Tibet, China, and East Asia, preferably related to human rights issues
Demonstrated track record of building relationships with journalists, editorial boards, influencers, and other stakeholders within traditional and new media platforms in the U.S. and globally
Demonstrated leadership in project management and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in a clear and compelling manner
Demonstrated leader and manager, with at least three years of management experience of two or more direct reports
Meticulous attention to detail and exceptional editing and proofreading skills
Organized with strong time management, including the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively
Preferred
Knowledge of website, email management, and social media content design platforms, including Adobe Suite, O365 and WordPress
Knowledge of and experience in growing the social media presence of an organization
Proficiency in the Tibetan or Chinese language a plus
Benefits
ICT pays 100% of healthcare premiums and deductibles for all employees enrolled in ICT health plan
Paid premiums for vision and dental insurance
ICT will match up to 5% for all eligible employees participating in ICT’s 403(b) plan
Company
International Campaign for Tibet
International Campaign for Tibet is working to promote human rights and democratic freedom for the Tibetians.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Lesley Friedell Rich
Chief Administrative Officer
Recent News
2025-07-04
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