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Senior Manager, Strategic Communications (International)

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Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Washington

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant bachelor's/master's degree, 7 years of communications experience, international campaign expertise, strong collaboration skills, and proficiency in project management and analytics.
  • You will create and execute communication plans, develop messaging, manage requests, prioritize content, collaborate on assets, amplify initiatives, and evaluate efforts with data insights.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in journalism, communications, international development, advocacy or a related field.
  • 4 or more years relevant experience leading communications campaigns and coordinating communications teams, with 7 years total experience in communications, journalism, international development, advocacy or a related field.
  • And/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Developing and rolling out communications campaigns on the ground at international conferences e.g. UN Climate or Biodiversity COPs, regional climate weeks, CITES.
  • International experience preferred.
  • Strong collaborator with inclusive mindset that leads with confidence and inspires confidence among colleagues at all levels.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical communications and marketing initiatives, with the nuances needed to navigate a broad range of international perspectives.
  • Ability to speak and write in a clear and understandable manner for internal/external relations.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Proven experience managing priorities and working effectively across multiple internal stakeholders.
  • Experience developing and implementing multichannel communications plans.
  • Expertise in advocacy communications, with a deep understanding of audience segmentation, engagement tactics, and optimization.
  • Strong analytical skills and experience leveraging data insights to drive decision-making and improve communications campaign outcomes.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Familiar with project management tools like Asana.
  • Ability to travel to NRDC U.S., India and China based offices and U.S. and international conferences, approximately 10-20%.
  • Commitment to NRDC’s mission, values, and DEI principles.

Responsibilities

  • Under the guidance of the Senior Director, Strategic Communications, develop and execute clear, compelling, and measurable multichannel communication plans for the assigned sector, to reach key target audiences in collaboration with programmatic and communications teams.
  • Create and update messaging and talking points for strategic sector initiatives.
  • Manage the intake and execution of incoming communications and marketing requests from the assigned sector.
  • Establish ongoing communications priorities and the communications calendar.
  • Develop tactics and approaches to drive audiences from awareness to action.
  • Identify key sector content areas of opportunity that elevate NRDC’s visibility and profile.
  • Maintain expertise of relevant priority sector narratives along with audience trends in alignment with policy issues in the U.S., as well as at the global stage level, including the key existing and emerging geographies of India, China, Canada, Africa and Mexico.
  • Collaborate with Editorial and Content teams to develop written and visual assets that will resonate with target audiences, create compelling story telling, and drive relevance for the organization.
  • Vet content with experts from across the institution to ensure accuracy and message alignment.
  • Support the Digital Advocacy and Fundraising team in developing appropriate materials and tactics to promote key messages with NRDC supporters when needed.
  • Work with Earned and Social Media teams to amplify key institutional priorities, programs and initiatives.
  • Champion a data-driven approach to evaluate communications efforts and inform future strategies, partnering with the Director of Analytics.
  • Work with NRDC leadership to develop and implement executive thought leadership strategies.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Manager, Strategic Communications (International).

Where is the position located?

The position is located in the Washington, DC office of NRDC.

What are the main responsibilities of the Senior Manager?

The main responsibilities include developing and executing multichannel communication plans, creating messaging and talking points, managing communications requests, establishing priorities and a communications calendar, and collaborating with various teams to amplify NRDC's impact.

What is the minimum education requirement for this position?

The minimum education requirement includes a Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in journalism, communications, international development, advocacy, or a related field.

How much experience is required for this role?

A total of 7 years of experience in communications, journalism, international development, advocacy, or a related field is required, including at least 4 years leading communications campaigns and coordinating teams.

Is international experience preferred for this position?

Yes, international experience is preferred.

What skills are necessary for this role?

Important skills include strong collaboration, excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, project management, analytical skills, and expertise in advocacy communications.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $115,000, based on nonprofit scale and commensurate with skills and experience.

Will the selected candidate be required to travel?

Yes, the selected candidate should be willing to travel to NRDC offices in the U.S., India, and China, as well as to conferences, approximately 10-20% of the time.

How does NRDC approach diversity, equity, and inclusion?

NRDC is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from candidates whose identities have been historically under-represented in the environmental movement.

How can candidates apply for this position?

Candidates can apply by visiting www.nrdc.org/careers and uploading their résumé and cover letter, mentioning where they saw the job posting.

Is vaccination required for employees?

Yes, NRDC requires employees to be vaccinated unless they have an approved medical or religious accommodation or another exemption in accordance with state and local law.

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Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)

The Earth's Best Defense

Government
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1970
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

NRDC is the nation's most effective environmental action organization. We use law, science and the support of 1.3 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all living things. Worth Magazine has named NRDC one of America's 100 best charities, and the Wise Giving Alliance of the Better Business Bureau reports that NRDC meets its highest standards for accountability and use of donor funds. NRDC was founded in 1970 by a group of law students and attorneys at the forefront of the environmental movement. NRDC lawyers helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws. Today, our staff of more than 300 lawyers, scientists and policy experts -- a MacArthur "genius"​ award-winner among them -- work out of offices in New York, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Beijing. The New York Times calls us "One of the nation's most powerful environmental groups."​ The National Journal says we're "A credible and forceful advocate for stringent environmental protection."​ With the support of our members and online activists, NRDC works to solve the most pressing environmental issues we face today: curbing global warming, getting toxic chemicals out of the environment, moving America beyond oil, reviving our oceans, saving wildlife and wild places, and helping China go green.