Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• - Develop and lead a communications strategy that aligns with Airlink’s strategic plan, engages all key stakeholders, and supports fundraising and program delivery objectives.
• - Advise the CEO and Board of Trustees on communications, brand management, and reputational matters.
• - Identify and secure speaking opportunities for the CEO and senior team; develop relevant talking points and conference/event collateral as needed. Manage a high-performing marketing and communications team, and service providers.
• - Establish metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of Airlink’s communications efforts, analyze data insights, and develop strategies for continuous improvement.
• External Communications
• - Cultivate and maintain relationships with global, regional, and local media outlets and journalists.
• - Serve as Airlink’s spokesperson and prepare senior leadership for media appearances, high-stakes interviews, and public engagements
• - Manage media relations including development of press releases, statements, and op-eds; cultivating relationships with press; providing media training to staff, and organizing press briefings/events. Lead crisis communications planning and rapid-response media strategy.
• Brand, Content, and Digital Strategy

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or related field is required. Advanced degree preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in the humanitarian, international development, or related social impact sector. At least seven years of non-profit communications experience, including two years+ in a management role (relevant agency or for-profit experience considered).
• Proven track record of developing and executing integrated communications strategies with measurable impact.
• Strong project management and people skills; ability to pivot seamlessly between priorities and work well on a collaborative and interdisciplinary team.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills; ability to craft narratives that resonate across audiences and cultures.
• Strong proficiency in communication tools and platforms, including social media management, email marketing, content management systems, and analytics tools.
• Experience working with media and key influencers; ability to train others for interaction with media.

Preferred

• Strategic mindset, creative problem-solving skills, and a passion for driving positive changes through effective communication.
• Maintains a professional, principled, organized, and respectful approach, showing responsiveness and taking strong initiative .
• Established relationships with major global media, including international broadcast outlets
• Passion for Airlink’s mission and commitment to aiding those in need.
• Knowledge of the aviation and/or humanitarian logistics industries.

Benefits

• 75% company-paid health benefits, including dental and vision for employees
• Competitive 401(k) matching
• Three weeks of paid vacation per year, sick leave, and paid parental leave
• Cell phone with international service
• EAP Program
• Potential for annual merit bonus