Vice President for Communications

BridgePoint Associates

$200K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of strategic communications experience; 8+ years in leadership roles managing large teams.
  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
  • Strong collaborative skills for working with C-suite and Board members.
  • Ability to perform in a mission-driven environment.
  • Extensive background in media relations, crisis communications, and reputation management.
  • Experience in developing and utilizing a speakers bureau.
  • Preferred experience with veteran's organizations or nonprofits.

Responsibilities

  • Create and implement comprehensive communications strategies for internal and external audiences.
  • Advise the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer and other executives.
  • Lead crisis communications and manage organizational reputation.
  • Design effective content strategies for engagement and awareness.
  • Cultivate media relationships to enhance organizational visibility.
  • Leverage data and analytics to refine communication efforts.
  • Ensure consistent messaging across departments and initiatives.
  • Manage and mentor a large communications team of 40+ staff.

Benefits

  • 100% coverage of health care premiums for employees and dependents.
  • 40 potential days off annually, including paid holidays, PTO, and birthday leave.
  • 401(k) fully vested on day one, with generous employer match options.
  • 100% coverage of life and disability insurance premiums for employees.
  • Flexible Spending Account for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Full Job Description
Vice President for Communications

Jacksonville, Fayetteville, NYC, Pittsburgh, Tampa, Washington DC, Chicago, Houston, Nashville, San Antonio Areas (Hybrid)

Salary* + Bonus Potential + Excellent Benefits Currently Including:

  • 100% Covered Health Care Premiums (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug):
    • Premiums are fully covered for the employee and dependent family members.
  • 40 days of Potential Time Off Annually:
    • 13 paid holidays, 20 days of PTO, 8 sick days, 3 floating holidays, plus birthday PTO
  • 401(k):
    • Fully vested on day one. 100% employer match on the first 3% contributed and 50% employer match on the next 2% contributed. Equal to a 4% employer match if the employee contributes 5%.
  • Life and Disability Insurance:
    • Premiums are covered 100% for the employee.
  • Flexible Spending Account:
    • Pre-tax payroll deductions to cover eligible out-of-pocket healthcare and dependent care expenses.


Terrific new Vice President of Communications (VP) with a highly regarded national nonprofit.The VP will serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team, driving brand awareness and mission advancement through communications initiatives. The position will lead a comprehensive communications strategy through all channels and oversee media relations, crisis communications, and reputation management. In this position, the VP will collaborate closely with the Marketing and Communications teams, and the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer. This role has a large and impactful scope, managing a $15M budget and overseeing 3 direct reports and 40+ staff members.

Responsibilities:
  • Create and implement organization-wide external and internal communications strategies
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer and other members of the Executive team
  • Lead crisis communications and advise on thought leadership and organizational reputation management
  • Design content strategies that support engagement and awareness
  • Develop and maintain relationships with media to increase visibility for the organization
  • Utilize data and analytics to optimize communications strategies
  • Ensure cohesive messaging and awareness-focused communications across departments
  • Manage and mentor the Communications team of 40+


Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of strategic communications experience; 8+ years of leadership experience, with success managing large teams
  • Bachelor's degree, Master's degree preferred
  • Collaborative and able to work well with colleagues at all levels, including the C-suite and Board
  • Ability to thrive in a mission-driven environment
  • Deep background in media relations, crisis communications, and reputation management
  • Familiarity utilizing and developing a speakers bureau
  • Experience with a veteran's organization or nonprofit preferred


* For Washington, D.C., Chicago, and New York City Applicants: The estimated hiring range for this position begins at $200,000 annual base salary dependent on a combination of experience, qualifications, and credentials. The position may also be eligible for a performance incentive.

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