Deputy Communications Director
Climate Coalition
(Washington, DC)
A national climate action coalition of environmental and public health groups is seeking a Deputy Communications Director (DCD) to work out of its Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate is an experienced communications professional, with seasoned media relations, exceptional writing ability with the ability and desire to work in a very collaborative, coalition-based atmosphere.
The DCD plays a critical role in the communications strategy and departmental management for a leading climate coalition of national environmental groups focused on spurring action at the federal and state levels to address climate change.
The DCD is a full-time employee of the campaign. The DCD reports to the Communications Director and works alongside the State Communications Director and overseas a number of support staff.
Responsibilities:
· Media relations with DC and national media outlets
· Serves as a spokesperson for the organization with the media, when appropriate
· Communications coordination and relationship building with member groups
· Media event planning and support
· Creation, review and production of talking points, press advisories and releases, op-eds, memos, and other materials as needed
· Proactive communications such as the "Message of the Day" and other communications,
· Message development and special projects as needed
Fostering relationships with print, broadcast and new media journalists, editors and bloggers and Spanish-language media
· Collaborating with communications staff of partner organizations
· Coordinating the communications consulting team for the campaign
· Manages support staff and consultants
Qualifications:
At least 3-4 years of professional experience in a campaign style communications position including but not limited to:
· On the record and off the record work with the media
· Experience landing strategic media placements and dealing with reporters, editors, editorial boards, columnists, bloggers, broadcast producers and thought leaders
· Very strong writing and editing skills
· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced campaign environment
· Experience working in a coalition based environment or highly collaborative with partner organizations
· Political judgment to manage external and internal coalition reactions and response
· Strong judgment on what kinds of tactics and campaigns will attract press attention
· Demonstrated ability to set priorities effectively in a heavy workload and coordinate complex projects.
· Demonstrated initiative, flexibility and creativity.
Salary
Salary is commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, and 401k plan.
Please send cover letter, resume, 2 writing samples and 3 references to info@blueenginemedia.com with DCD in the subject line by January 31, 2015. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until filled
The employer is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to economic and social justice. Women, people of color, LGBTQ people, and members of other historically disenfranchised populations are strongly encouraged to apply.
About the Coalition
The coalition is designed to coordinate resources and strategy singularly focused on organizing clean air and climate change action supporters in key states and in raising the awareness of the need for addressing climate change in communities across the country. The coalition coordinates national political strategy, communications, and field operations across the country. One of the primary goals is to build relationships with leaders in the public health, faith, business, military, national security, local governments and other communities to elevate their voices and demonstrate the broad base of support for climate action.