Vice President Of Communications

The Bill of Rights Institute, a nonpartisan nonprofit, champions civics and history education through market-leading programs. We seek a dynamic Vice President, Communications to lead our external messaging and brand building efforts.

• *The Opportunity**

As Vice President, Communications, you will oversee all external communications, developing and executing a strategic plan to advance our mission, demonstrate thought leadership, and engage key stakeholders including media and donors. This vital role manages a high-performing communications team.

• *Key Responsibilities**
• Develop and execute comprehensive communications plans to advance civic and history education and affirm organizational leadership.
• Lead robust media relations, including aggressive outreach to print, radio, podcast, and television outlets.
• Manage and mentor a small, effective communications team.
• Craft compelling collateral and consistent messaging to effectively convey the organization's story and build affinity.
• Measure and report on communications strategy effectiveness using established KPIs.
• *Qualifications**
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive communications leadership experience, preferably within a nonprofit or business environment.
• Proven expertise in developing strategic messaging and ensuring message discipline across an organization.
• Established news media contacts with a demonstrated track record of successful media placements across various formats.
• Experience collaborating with C-suite executives on talking points, op-eds, and presentations.
• Strong project management skills with a history of seamless cross-departmental collaboration.
• Must reside in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
• *Desired Attributes (Bonus Points)**
• Experience in a marketing leadership role.
• Deep experience building, managing, and mentoring marketing teams, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
• Proficiency with design, digital/social media platforms, and multimedia campaign implementation.
• *Benefits**
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with matching, health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
• *Location**
• Hybrid remote, based in Arlington, VA (Washington, D.C. metropolitan area).