Managing Director, External Communications
Company: Natural Resources Defense Council
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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NRDC is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization. We use
law, science, and the support of 3.1 million members and online
activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to
ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and
healthy communities. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our people helped
write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the
Clean Water Act and many of the implementing regulations. Today,
our team of more than 700 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy
advocates, communications experts, and others work across the
United States and the globe from our offices in Beijing; Bozeman,
Montana; Chicago; New Delhi; New York; San Francisco; Santa Monica;
and Washington, D.C.NRDC is seeking a Managing Director, External
Communications to work with the Communications Department in our
New York City, Washington, D.C., or Chicago office.Position
SummaryNRDC is looking for a Managing Director, External
Communications, to join our Communications team. The ideal
candidate has experience in leading a team of integrated
communications, media relations and influencer engagement
professionals; developing executive positioning plans; and
coordinating large-scale public relations campaigns.As part of the
Communications Leadership Team, they will help develop and
implement a proactive communications strategy to support NRDC's
institutional priorities, advocacy campaigns and member
engagement.The ideal candidate has a proven ability to help create
powerful storytelling narratives that reach diverse audiences,
drive impact and inspire people to take action. They take
initiative, conceive, and make the case for new ideas, and
effectively move projects forward in rapidly changing environments
and ambiguous situations. They can synthesize complex information
and manage projects efficiently. They also have experience
cultivating internal relationships in pursuit of shared goals and
outcomes.This role will report to the Chief Communications Officer
and oversee the Media, Equity Communications and Entertainment
Partnerships teams. They will also work closely with the Managing
Director, Brand and Digital Strategy, and collaborate with other
senior managers across the organization, including NRDC's regional
advocacy impact and program sector leaders.
Responsibilities
Support the development of NRDC's external communications strategy
to help advance the organization's vision, mission, and
institutional priorities at the regional and national levels.Help
cultivate a high-performing external communications team.Develop
proactive earned media strategies that influence and shape public
policy efforts and advocacy campaigns.Manage the Media, Equity
Communications and Entertainment Partnerships teams, and their
budgets, ensuring the teams are aligned with institutional and
Communications department priorities.As part of the Communications
Leadership Team, ensure quality and consistency of values-including
racial justice and equity, brand identity, and public narratives
across all communications channels, as well as effective
collaboration with internal stakeholders to ensure message
alignment.Prepare senior leaders for media interviews, speaking
opportunities and events.Coordinate closely on communications
strategy with advocacy coalition partners and other environmental
organizations.Manage external communications consultants and
vendors as needed.Other duties as related and assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.Minimum of 15 years
of professional experience in public relations, communications
and/or public affairs; at least 8 years managing strong, diverse
teams.Track record of developing highly visible PR campaigns and
securing top-tier media coverage for national organizations and
senior leaders.A proven record of accomplishment in driving earned
media and influencer/entertainment partnership work, agency
experience a plus.Familiarity with media tools and software, such
as Cision, Nielsen, Comscore, etc.Demonstrated ability applying a
racial justice lens to communications, including crafting of
culturally competent messaging.Excellent verbal and written
communication skills with strong attention to detail.Strong
collaborative spirit, with an ability to compromise when needed to
advance toward a common goal.A multitasker and strong project
manager with the ability to manage teams in a fast-paced
environment.Dedication to providing leadership, with a willingness
to offer consistent support to direct reports through regular
meetings, professional development, and goal setting. Ability to
travel to NRDC's U.S.-based offices, approximately 10-15%
annually.Commitment to NRDC's mission, values, and DEI (Diversity,
Equity, and Inclusion) principles.NRDC is committed to advancing
diversity, equity, and inclusion, both in our work and in our
workplace. We believe that celebrating and actively welcoming
diverse voices and perspectives is essential to solving the
planet's most pressing environmental problems, and we encourage
applications from candidates whose identities have been
historically under-represented in the environmental movement.We are
an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or
employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender
identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation,
national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, or
any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will
consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and
conviction records. We offer competitive salaries, excellent
benefits, and a supportive working environment. Salary is based on
a nonprofit scale and is commensurate with skills and experience.
Internal equity will be reviewed and considered to determine a
final offer. For this position, the salary range is $197,000 to
$217,500. Our offices are open and we are operating in a hybrid
model. We offer NRDCers flexibility, and we ask them to come into
the office and spend meaningful time there in collaboration with
their colleagues. We call this purposeful presence.As a
science-based organization, NRDC aims to do our part to help
contain the COVID-19 public health crisis. For the sake of health,
safety, and equity, we ask that people be vaccinated unless they
have an approved medical or religious accommodation or other
exemption in accordance with state and local law. We consider a
person to be vaccinated two weeks after receiving one full course
of a CDC-approved vaccine. In accordance with state or local law,
new hires will be asked to attest to vaccination, those wishing to
do so may request medical or religious accommodations or other
exemptions via NRDC Employee Relations. NRDC treats all
vaccine-related data confidentially, in keeping with local, state,
and federal laws.To apply, visit and upload your r--sum-- and cover
letter. Please mention where you saw this posting and upload any
additional materials that showcase your abilities. Due to the high
volume of applications, we will contact only those candidates we
would like to interview. Please no phone calls, emails, or
in-person r--sum-- drop-offs.If you experience technical problems
while applying or if you are a person with a disability and need
assistance applying online, please reach out to iCIMS Customer Care
at 1-800-889-4422.For more about NRDC, visit .Job SummaryJob ID:
2024-5518# of Openings: 1Group: Communications
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