Director of Communications

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy that advances Walker’s mission, vision, strategic priorities, and organizational goals.
• Partner with the CEO and Strategic Leadership Team (SLT) to develop communication plans supporting key initiatives, organizational change, advocacy efforts, and strategic growth.
• Ensure consistent, mission-driven messaging across all internal and external communication channels.
• Monitor emerging trends and audience needs to proactively shape communication strategies and organizational positioning.
• Serve as an advisor to leadership on communication approaches, messaging, and brand stewardship.
• Strengthen and protect Walker’s brand identity, voice, and reputation across all platforms and communications materials.
• Develop compelling stories that showcase Walker’s impact on children, families, employees, and communities.
• Create, edit, and oversee high-quality communications content including newsletters, annual reports, presentations, digital content, promotional materials, and executive communications.
• Establish editorial standards and ensure communications are accurate, accessible, engaging, and aligned with organizational values.
• Manage a content calendar to support organizational priorities and audience engagement efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.

Preferred

• Masters degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, Nonprofit Leadership, or a related field.