Vice President for CommunicationsJacksonville, 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.
