Vice President of Communications

Approach

You are a strategic creative thinker and a focused impeccable executer. You’re a passionate driver of our message with expertise in varying communication mediums. You’re an exceptionally strong writer. You are multi-talented and have experience in press, email communications, social media, and crisis communications. You are a motivating and supportive team player.

The Position

You are responsible for leading and executing New Jewish Narrative’s marketing and communications strategy. You will plan, organize, and direct our communications work including but not limited to working with the press, supporting leadership with media briefings, shaping our social media voice, driving the creation of all print and digital collateral, and owning the brand of the organization. The position supervises, coaches, and mentors one full time staff member.

This position is located in Washington, D.C. or New York City

About the Organization

New Jewish Narrative is built on the proud legacies of Americans for Peace Now and Ameinu. We have come together and are writing a new narrative for a new day.

We are American Jews, deeply rooted in the story of our people and the history of our struggle for peace and justice. In our narrative, peace and justice are the birthright of Israelis, of Palestinians, and of all people. Learn more at newjewishnarrative.org

Duties & Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of the President and CEO, and in close coordination the entire NJN team, the Vice President of Communications will have responsibility for the following:

Storytelling and Content Production

    • Serve as the primary author of statements, press releases, op-eds, and other collateral

    • Approve all materials to ensure they are on brand and reflect our desired messaging

    • Support and build on the ongoing work of the Third Narrative

Media Relations

    • Develop and execute strategies to cultivate relationships with high-level external audiences, including media and key influencers

    • Serve as a communications counselor to leadership, providing strategic advice and guidance

    • Act as one of the organization's spokespersons and lead point of contact for media interactions

    • Actively engage with and manage press relationships to elevate the organization's narrative

Strategy and Brand

    • Own the process for developing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive communications strategy

    • Articulate the elements of NJN’s brand identity and key audiences

    • Continually evaluate and improve on communications efforts


Leadership

    • Function as a thought partner and resource for the President & CEO with respect to organizational positioning and opportunity spotting 

    • Supervise the Deputy Communications Director

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of communications experience – strong preference for experience in Jewish community and/or in progressive advocacy spaces

  • Knowledge about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, U.S. foreign policy, and the U.S. Jewish community

  • Highly collaborative style; experience developing and implementing communications strategies

  • Proven expertise in media relations, including securing press coverage, developing key messaging, and managing crisis communications 

  • Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills

  • Deep knowledge of email marketing including both production and analytics

  • Experience with design software, web development, video editing, and print management

  • Excellent project and time management skills

  • High level of organization, attention to detail, and follow-through

Compensation
Salary range: $100,000 – $130,000 — commensurate with experience

NJN benefits package includes: a 403B retirement savings plan, generous paid vacation, and generous medical and dental insurance plans.

Apply to Jobs@newjewishnarrative.org

Applications must include: (1) a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position and the ways in which you satisfy the qualifications specified above, and (2) your resume.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be evaluating applications on a rolling basis. 

NJN is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.