ABOUT THE ROOSEVELT INSTITUTE
Until economic and social rules work for all Americans, they're not working. Inspired by the legacy of Franklin and Eleanor, the Roosevelt Institute reimagines the rules to create a nation where everyone enjoys a fair share of our collective prosperity. We are a 21st century think tank bringing together multiple generations of thinkers and leaders to help drive key economic and social debates and have local and national impact. We advance this mission through the work of our staff, fellows, and network of students and alumni.
Roosevelt is taking on some of the biggest issues facing our economy and society and putting out bold, cutting-edge research and policies. Our work ranges from thinking about how we restructure the world of finance to changing the way colleges and universities invest in their communities. In the past two years we released a bold agenda to rewrite the rules of the American economy which the Washington Post called a new manifesto for fighting inequality; framed the issues of financialization and corporate short-termism and issued a policy agenda that influenced the presidential race and key lawmakers; and crowd-sourced a blueprint for young people's policy priorities. In July 2016, we were profiled by the New York Times Magazine for our role in advancing progressive policy change.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Communications Director serves as the chief communications strategist, and is responsible for developing and driving a plan to maximize the impact and recognition of the Institute's ideas and brand. Ideal candidates will be strong individual contributors and creative thinkers, with a knack for managing across teams. This position is a member of the senior management team, and works closely with the President/CEO.
The Communications Director plays a lead role in designing, coordinating, and implementing communications plans for the Institute's top priorities. This position coordinates with key stakeholders across the Institute on communications strategy to ensure consistent and compelling messaging and aggressive product and brand promotion to enhance the organization's outreach, impact, brand, and reach. It is also responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key members of the media/press, as well as peers at partner organizations. In addition to generating traditional media coverage and awareness, s/he will work to identify and capitalize on new platforms and opportunities for engagement in the digital space.
Reporting the Executive Vice President, the Communications Director leads and manages the Institute's Communications team, a group of professionals specializing in messaging, media relations, PR writing (e.g., development support), digital strategy and social media, and publishing and editing. This team works closely with all parts of the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Create and implement an integrated strategic communications plan (including a comprehensive digital strategy) to advance the organization's objectives
· Work with other senior managers, staff, and fellows to plan for maximum impact around organizational priorities
· Oversee all daily communications and supervise RI's existing Communications team
· Collaborate with program and development staff to identity, craft, and promote compelling stories that leverage opportunities presented by the news cycle, with partners, and in the advocacy world
· Develop and maintain relationships with key media influencers
· Develop and help implement media outreach strategies for RI work products; create new media opportunities and placements to build the profile of the CEO/President, key staff, student leaders, and fellows; and serve as a spokesperson if needed
· Develop, refine, and amplify all messaging
· Maintain and advance the organization's brand
· Oversee the Communication team's work with outside vendors where necessary (e.g. web, design, branding, polling)
· Create strategic communications-related partnerships with allied organizations and media outlets
· Provide ongoing analysis of RI's communications impact, and suggest revisions to strategy as needed
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HOW TO APPLY
At Roosevelt, we recognize that the culture of the workplace and opportunities for career growth and development are important to all. We believe that diversity of background and experience among our people make our work to reimagine the rules of our social and economic realities stronger.
Roosevelt is equal opportunity employer and, as affirms in policy and practice to consider all applications in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, military status, height and weight, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest record, or other legally protected status. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ candidates to apply. There is a handicapped-accessible, all gender/gender neutral bathroom on site.
Applicants are invited to send credentials, including a persuasive and well-crafted cover letter and resume via email to jobs@rooseveltinstitute.org
BENEFITS
Salaries at the Roosevelt Institute are competitive and we provide a flexible benefits program at minimal cost to the employee. We offer a rewarding, friendly, supportive, and collaborative work environment, excellent health insurance coverage, paid time off, and employer pension contributions when eligibility criteria are met.
QUALIFICATIONS
· 5+ years of experience leading and managing a diverse, collaborative communications team within a political, policy, and/or advocacy context
· Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred
· Excellent project management skills; proven ability to juggle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously – doing and delegating – while delivering products on deadline
· Excellent writing, editing and communication skills
· Messaging and branding expertise
· Demonstrated experience and success in pitching media; building relationships in media; strong familiarity/ relationships with NY, D.C., and national press
· Experience with print publications, website creation/management, email outreach, and social media platforms.
· Proven track record of successfully implementing creative approaches to media and digital engagement strategy
· Strong people skills; can work well with a variety of stakeholders and naturally inclined toward a problem-solving orientation to challenges
· Demonstrated ability to adapt and evolve to unique opportunities to expand the organization's reach
· Experience collaborating with teams across an organization to develop and implement successful communication strategies
· Proven ability to collect, report on, and use metrics
You're an ideal candidate if you:
· Are an innovative, strategic thinker who knows what a good communications strategy can do for an organization both internally and externally
· Understand and embrace Roosevelt's unique role – as a think tank with academic credentials and a distinct political strategy
· Understand that an organizational strategy and a communications strategy are inextricably linked
· Like a fast-paced environment
· Value nimbleness and impact and are comfortable shifting priorities to capitalize on opportunities
· Share our commitment to rewriting the rules of the American economy to ensure opportunity and prosperity for all
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