Chief Communications Officer

District of Columbia, USA (Hybrid)

$200K/yr – $240K/yrSenior Level15+ years expFull time

Posted 13 days ago

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Job Summary

Lead global and internal communications programs, guiding cross‑market campaigns, media relations, and leadership communications while partnering with regional teams and managing strategic partnerships.

Spearhead global communications strategy across external channels and internal messaging
Collaborate with regional leaders to align on priorities and share best practices
Oversee internal change communications and stakeholder partnerships

Job Description

Responsibilities

Lead strategy and execution for:
Global social media channels (regional markets manage local channels)
Global website and digital content (regional markets manage local sites)
Global PR and media engagement (regional markets lead local PR)
Communications and events tied to major organizational moments
Function as spokesperson and media liaison for Tier 1 global outlets.
Partner with regional Executive Directors and market teams to develop cross-market campaigns and communications plans
Ensure consistency in messaging, tone, and brand across global communications channels
Coordinate closely with regional communications leads to share best practices and align on priorities
Internal Communications (30%)

Requirements

15+ years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public relations, digital media, or related fields (in-house or with agencies)
At least 5 years of demonstrated success managing and developing teams
Expertise in or with policy, advocacy, or international development organizations
Proven ability to navigate and influence within complex, global matrixed organizations
Strong writing, messaging, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and team/agency performance

Preferred

Collaborative and empathetic team player.
Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Creative problem-solver with a growth mindset.
Passion for our mission.
Fluency in English required. Fluency in other languages such as French and German is a plus.
Travel up to 10% international and/or domestic.
Work is hybrid in Washington DC with the expectation of being in the office two to three days per week.

The ONE Campaign

ONE is a global nonpartisan organization fighting for a more just world by demanding the investments needed to create economic opportunities and healthier lives in Africa. Because none of us are equal until all of us are equal. We deploy trusted and dynamic advocacy that leverages hard-hitting data, credible grassroots activism, creative political engagement, and strategic partnerships. We use all this to influence decision-makers to take action. All ONE vacancies are listed on ONE.org/jobs and applications are only accepted via our website. ONE does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Founded in 2005

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

443 employees (42 in marketing)

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