Director of Communications

5 days ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States LHH Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About the Role

LHH is working with their client, a leading membership-based organization to find an experienced, dynamic Communications Director to join its team. This is a high-impact role responsible for shaping and executing the organization's communications strategy, supporting key priorities, and enhancing its reputation among stakeholders, media, and the public. This role has a lot of runway and growth potential as well as exposure to key stakeholders. This position is hybrid flexible in the Arlington area and will require a candidate to be local, with ability to go into the office on an "as needed" basis depending on events, etc.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement integrated communications campaigns aligned with organizational goals.
  • Provide strategic counsel to leadership and staff on public relations and communications matters.
  • Manage media relations, including proactive outreach and rapid response to emerging issues.
  • Oversee content creation for digital, print, and social channels.
  • Lead crisis communications and issue management efforts.
  • Foster relationships with media, peer organizations, and key stakeholders.
  • Support events, meetings, and thought leadership initiatives.
  • Monitor and report on communications performance using analytics.
  • Manage communications budget and resources.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, public policy, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
  • 5–7+ years of relevant experience in communications, public affairs, or a related field.
  • Proven track record of leading successful communications campaigns.
  • Experience with crisis communications and media relations.
  • Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Collaborative, proactive, and results-oriented approach.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and digital communications tools.

Preferred

  • Experience working in a membership-based, nonprofit, or association environment.
  • Background in managing communications for complex organizations or industries.

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