Director Communications

The Director of Communications position will be responsible for leading internal and external communications, media activity, disaster communications, and providing thought leadership to the Agency's social media strategy.

As a Communications team member, you will join an incredibly talented and hardworking Marketing and Communications department dedicated to developing and disseminating accurate and compelling messages across communication channels that enhance and protect the brand's reputation.

Essential Functions

•  Develop, direct, and manage the strategic direction of the Agency’s media relations for effective placement and effectiveness of local, regional, national, and international stories.
• Develop, direct, and manage the strategic direction of the Agency’s internal and external communications, including developing plans that include a broad range of communication components for all stakeholder groups.
• Develop and implement strategic media, communication, and public relations plans to support the Agency’s programs and services.
• Implement a communications strategy that builds and enhances the Agency’s brand reputation locally and nationally, to broaden awareness of the Agency and our work.
• Manage the Agency’s crisis communications response plan for internal and external audiences, including but not limited to management, employees, media, website, and social media channels.
• Evaluate incoming public engagement requests/speaking opportunities for the Agency’s leaders and program areas to ensure alignment with BakerRipley’s priorities.
• Consult with Management and Human Resources to ensure communications strategies are developed and implemented as needed for the Agency’s emerging needs.
• Support the Agency's donor communications cultivation and stewardship strategies.
• Conducts communications meetings as needed with the communications staff and other stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned