Associate Director, Global Communications
Core
Lead global communications strategies, media relations, and content development to advance Open Society Foundations' advocacy goals and public profile in Europe and MENA regions.
Role type
Senior IC communications director (geographic focus)
Builds
Global communications campaigns, media partnerships, and strategic messaging for international advocacy
Domain
International non-profit / Human rights / Democratic practice
Required skills
Strategic communications leadership, media relations management, crisis communication, reputation management, cross-cultural negotiation, project management, team leadership, content creation (speeches, op-eds, press releases), stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Europe or MENA geographies, fluency in French or Arabic, experience in multilateral processes, experience as a journalist or in public sector communications
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Lead a team of Communications Officers to implement regional and global strategies; manage relationships with top-tier global and regional media; coordinate communications at international summits (UNGA, COP, G20); design and deliver communications training for leadership and staff; identify and mitigate communications risks; manage external consultants and budgets.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team management