Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs

Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs

About the Company

Top venture investment & start-up incubator company

Industry
Civic & Social Organization

Type
Privately Held

Founded
2015

Employees
51-200

Categories

• LGBT
• Social
• Women's
• Civic Engagement
• Civic Clubs
• Non-Profit & Philanthropy

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President, Communications and Public Affairs to lead the voice, media relations, and reputation strategy across its ecosystem. The successful candidate will be responsible for all external written content, crisis response, and risk management, and will manage communications strategies for the organization and its Principals. This role requires a strategic leader with a minimum of 15 years' experience in the communications field, including at least 10 years in a leadership capacity. The VP will be a trusted advisor, setting the direction for the Principal's communications strategy, and will be expected to have a deep understanding of how to leverage various communication tools to drive impact. The role also involves team leadership, budget management, and fostering a culture of inclusivity and accountability. Applicants for the Vice President, Communications and Public Affairs position at the company should have a proven track record in managing diverse communications teams, overseeing external agencies, and working with high-profile public figures. The role demands exceptional communication skills, the ability to synthesize complex information, and a strong background in reputation management and multi-media communication strategies. The ideal candidate will be a systems thinker, adept at identifying connections between strategies and opportunities, and will be proficient in a range of communication tools. A commitment to staff development, experience in fostering equity and belonging, and a willingness to travel as needed are also essential.

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Marketing