Diversified Search Group
Vice President of Strategic Communications
Diversified Search Group, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Vice President of Strategic Communications Mozilla Foundation (Foundation) is hiring a Vice President of Strategic Communications (Vice President). Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Vice President will be responsible for developing a clear and nimble narrative and communication strategy, deeply integrated into the Foundation’s programming, events, thought leadership, and all other content.
Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below.Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be a creative and strategic leader with vision and insight. Strong candidates will likely have some or all of the following:Highly strategic mindset, including strong instincts and a demonstrated ability to identify media moments and opportunities, and to develop, execute and deliver on plans for growth.Proven ability to produce sharp, engaging framing for editorial content.Experiences with narrative and framing strategy, digital marketing, brand management, creative direction, content planning and partnership experiences.Experience leading dispersed teams of 5+ individuals.Excellent oral and written communication skills, a good sense of humor, and a contagious enthusiasm.Relationships with the media, and will work to build more once in post.Commitment to the Mozilla mission and engaging a global audience.Responsibilities
Communications Strategy, Vision and Leadership
Develop and implement an integrated strategic communications plan to promote the Foundation’s brand identity and broaden awareness of its programs and priorities.Increase the visibility of its programs across key stakeholder audiences.Create marketing/public relations strategy that will allow Foundation leadership to cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with targeted, high-level external audiences, including the media and key influencers.Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the organization.Work with the leadership team and staff to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions, and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them.Cultivate an influential editorial voice for the Foundation as it advances the public conversation around trustworthy AI.Communications Operations
Oversee development of all Foundation communications, ensuring a coordinated, influential, and clear perspective.Exercise judgment to prioritize media opportunities, and prepare talking points, speeches, presentations, and other supporting material as needed.Actively engage, cultivate and manage press relationships to ensure coverage surrounding Mozilla programs, special events, public announcements, and other projects.Oversee the day-to-day activities of the communications function including budgeting, planning, and staff development.Team Development/Management
Recruit and manage a communications and marketing team to support the development and execution of the communications strategy.Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach on a consistent basis.Develop a communications machine that gives senior talent the opportunity to do the best work of their careers and also shapes the next generation into best-in-class communications professionals.The location for this role is flexible but will manage a globally dispersed team with the median time zone being the Eastern Time Zone.The starting salary ranges for this role are listed below:Canada: $268,974 - $302,259.53 CADUS: $234,400 - $263,407 USDBenefits are subject to change at any time at the discretion of Mozilla Foundation.Mozilla’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionMozilla believes in the value of diverse creative practices and forms of knowledge, and knows diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial to and enrich the company’s core mission. We encourage applications from everyone, including members of all equity-seeking communities.We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and more. Mozilla will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics or any other unlawful behavior, conduct, or purpose.
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Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below.Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be a creative and strategic leader with vision and insight. Strong candidates will likely have some or all of the following:Highly strategic mindset, including strong instincts and a demonstrated ability to identify media moments and opportunities, and to develop, execute and deliver on plans for growth.Proven ability to produce sharp, engaging framing for editorial content.Experiences with narrative and framing strategy, digital marketing, brand management, creative direction, content planning and partnership experiences.Experience leading dispersed teams of 5+ individuals.Excellent oral and written communication skills, a good sense of humor, and a contagious enthusiasm.Relationships with the media, and will work to build more once in post.Commitment to the Mozilla mission and engaging a global audience.Responsibilities
Communications Strategy, Vision and Leadership
Develop and implement an integrated strategic communications plan to promote the Foundation’s brand identity and broaden awareness of its programs and priorities.Increase the visibility of its programs across key stakeholder audiences.Create marketing/public relations strategy that will allow Foundation leadership to cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with targeted, high-level external audiences, including the media and key influencers.Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the organization.Work with the leadership team and staff to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions, and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them.Cultivate an influential editorial voice for the Foundation as it advances the public conversation around trustworthy AI.Communications Operations
Oversee development of all Foundation communications, ensuring a coordinated, influential, and clear perspective.Exercise judgment to prioritize media opportunities, and prepare talking points, speeches, presentations, and other supporting material as needed.Actively engage, cultivate and manage press relationships to ensure coverage surrounding Mozilla programs, special events, public announcements, and other projects.Oversee the day-to-day activities of the communications function including budgeting, planning, and staff development.Team Development/Management
Recruit and manage a communications and marketing team to support the development and execution of the communications strategy.Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach on a consistent basis.Develop a communications machine that gives senior talent the opportunity to do the best work of their careers and also shapes the next generation into best-in-class communications professionals.The location for this role is flexible but will manage a globally dispersed team with the median time zone being the Eastern Time Zone.The starting salary ranges for this role are listed below:Canada: $268,974 - $302,259.53 CADUS: $234,400 - $263,407 USDBenefits are subject to change at any time at the discretion of Mozilla Foundation.Mozilla’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionMozilla believes in the value of diverse creative practices and forms of knowledge, and knows diversity, equity, and inclusion are crucial to and enrich the company’s core mission. We encourage applications from everyone, including members of all equity-seeking communities.We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and more. Mozilla will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics or any other unlawful behavior, conduct, or purpose.
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