Communications Director
EMILY’s List, the nation's largest financial resource for women candidates, seeks a Communications Director for the organization based in Washington, DC.
The Communications Director is the senior communications strategist for EMILY’s List and is responsible for designing, shaping and executing a comprehensive, multi-faceted communications plan in both the short and long term.
Specific Duties
The Communications Director is responsible for:- Acting as the on-the-record spokesperson for EMILY’s List;
- Developing and implementing ideas for enhanced media coverage;
- Assisting the campaigns of EMILY’s List-recommended candidates is assessing their earned media plans;
- Arranging for principals and surrogates to respond to media requests, and preparing them for news;
- Providing background information to reporters on EMILY’s List programs and activities;
- Issuing press releases and statements;
- Planning news conferences;
- Working with the Internet Director on new media strategies; and
- Other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate must have experience working on political campaigns, a broad base of communications skills in strategic planning, message development, media relations, events, new media tactics and at least ten years of communications experience. Excellent organizational, administrative and interpersonal skills a must. College degree and an interest in electing pro-choice Democratic women required. EMILY’s List offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. To apply, email resume, cover letter and writing samples to jobopening@emilyslist.org, subject line: Communications Director. No calls, please.
Applicants of diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply.