JOB OF THE WEEK: Teach for America, Director, Regional Communications

Teach for America is searching for a Director, Regional Communications to lead our media strategy in eight to ten regions.  Our Communications team ensures Teach For America's external reputation accurately reflects its internal programmatic and organizational strength and quality, and strategically leads our media and public relations efforts.

Responsibilities

Ongoing

• Working closely with Teach For America's executive directors to develop and execute regional strategic plans that are aligned with organizational priorities
• Working with executive directors to manage portfolios of critical regional relationships with print, broadcast, radio, and online journalists as well as district PR contacts
• Developing and implementing response strategies for a variety of media requests, including crisis communications situations
• Managing regional media events, such as press conferences, Teach For America Week, and regional alumni summits
• Preparing Teach For America staff and corps members for media opportunities
• Developing and implementing creative story ideas that support regional and national communications objectives
• Working closely with the managing director, regional communications on the organization's broader regional media strategy and outreach

Candidate Profile and Experience Prerequisites

Education and skills

• Bachelor's degree is required
• Formal communications/public relations and/or journalism experience is preferred, but not required

Approach to Work

• Ability to set vision & direction, and to motivate and inspire team members
• Ability to work through others to meet aggressive goals
• Must be an excellent strategic thinker with the ability to prioritize tasks and effectively work toward deadlines
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects while maintaining a firm grasp of individual project details
• Ability to build and manage relationships with external parties and internal team leaders
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a sense of possibility, high expectations and an entrepreneurial spirit

Technical Skills

• Must have exceptional written and oral communications skills
• Advanced Excel skills

Benefits and Salary

Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

To Apply

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit your resume and one-page cover letter with your application.  You can apply at this LINK.