Senior Director, Communications Strategy

Title: Senior Director, Communications Strategy

Department: Communications

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer/Chief Vision Officer

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $125-135K/year

Location: Remote (‘me too.’ is US-based)

Travel Required: 25%

About me too. International

me too. International is a convener, thought leader, and organizer in the global movement to end sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), grounded in Black feminist principles and survivor-led healing and action. Because of the viral #MeToo hashtag, a vital conversation about sexual violence has been thrust into global dialogue. What started as local grassroots work has expanded to reach a global community of survivors from all walks of life and helped to de-stigmatize the act of surviving by highlighting the breadth and impact of a sexual violence worldwide. We strive for the realization of a more inclusive and safer world where SGBV is not just minimized, but entirely eradicated. 

Position Summary

We seek a Senior Director of Communications Strategy to join our team and lead our communications efforts to support and sustain our impactful work. The Senior Director of Communications Strategy will develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive communications strategies that advance me too. International's mission, enhance our reputation, and drive stakeholder engagement. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership, communication, and project management skills.

This leadership position demands an individual who is solution-oriented and enjoys working as part of a team. As ‘me too.’ has an existing body of work and strategic vision, this leader will need to not only join a set of priorities, campaigns, projects, and initiatives currently in-progress, this role will be responsible for embracing that vision and leading a team around it. The Senior Director of Communications Strategy must be someone who checks their ego at the virtual door, and leans-in to relationship-development with charisma and joy. This leader will understand the current digital communications landscape, be current on technologies that advance social justice work, and have experience leading in a digital direct service approach. This individual will be able to visualize our work in alignment with the communications mechanisms needed to best amplify and illuminate that work. We are looking for someone who understands the work of survivor justice, who has experience working with survivors of sexual violence, and is passionate about bringing solutions forward.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning:

• Develop and execute a holistic communications strategy that aligns with me too. International's goals and objectives
• Identify key messaging and positioning opportunities to enhance the organization’s brand and reputation
• Regularly assess communication strategies and adapt plans to ensure effectiveness and relevance utilizing KPIs, providing regular reports to executive leadership

Leadership and Team Development:

• Lead and manage the programs and partnerships team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment, providing direction, mentorship, coaching, and support to ensure high performance and professional growth
• Provide clear direction, set performance goals, and conduct regular evaluations to ensure team members are meeting objectives
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team

Content Development:

• Oversee the creation of high-quality content for various platforms, including websites, social media, newsletters, and publications
• Ensure consistency in messaging and branding across all communication channels
• Develop thought-leadership pieces, speeches, and presentations for executive leadership

Rapid and Crisis Communications:

• Act as a key advisor to executive leadership during rapid response and crisis situations, providing strategic counsel and support
• Develop key messaging and language in moments of rapid response and crisis
• Maintain and update ‘me too.’s crisis communication plan to manage and mitigate potential risks to the organization’s reputation

Media Relations:

• Maintain and build strong relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and influencers
• Oversee the development and distribution of press releases, media kits, and other public relations materials
• Act as a spokesperson for the organization when needed

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employees, partners, donors, and the community
• Develop and implement strategies to engage and inform stakeholders about the organization’s initiatives and impact

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field is required; Master’s degree is preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful communications strategies
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong media relations experience and established media contacts
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing and mentoring a team
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in digital communications and social media platforms
• Passion for me too. International's mission and values

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including unlimited paid time off, a wellness stipend, and home office reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A supportive remote work environment

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and a portfolio of relevant work using this form. If you have any questions, please email careers@metoomvmt.org, indicating Senior Director, Communications Strategy in the subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

me too. International is committed to workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. ‘me too.’ does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. We have created an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees, which we are committed to maintaining.