Chief Communications Officer at Climate Imperative Foundation

Hybrid - San Francisco, CA; Washington D.C.; US Remote

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The Chief Communications Officer (CCO) develops and implements communication strategies that align with Climate Imperative’s goals and mission. As a member of the leadership team, the CCO will play a pivotal role in advancing our mission by shaping and delivering a cohesive communications strategy, managing brand reputation, and providing expert leadership in risk mitigation. The CCO will provide strategic, comprehensive, proactive, and responsive communication strategies to the executive leadership team and Board of Directors, ensuring our values and mission resonate with internal and external audiences. The role involves partnership with leadership, serving as chief architect of messaging, risk assessment, spokesperson duties, communications planning, document creation, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, budget oversight, and collaboration across departments.

Salary

USD 265,000 - 275,000/year

Requirements

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
  • equivalent working experience
  • advanced degree preferred

Experience

  • 10+ years of experience in a senior leadership role in communications, public relations, or a related field, preferably within a mission-driven organization

Skills

  • Exceptional strategic thinking
  • Message development
  • Storytelling
  • Risk mitigation and responsive communications
  • Managing complex communications projects
  • Media relations experience
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Composure in high-pressure situations
  • Prioritization and flexibility in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Partner with leadership to develop and implement a communication strategy that aligns with the organization's mission, vision, goals, and priorities
  • Serve as the chief architect of messaging to ensure consistency and clarity in all external and internal communications
  • Act as advisor to Initiative Directors on communications strategy
  • Lead risk assessment efforts and develop proactive strategies to safeguard the organization
  • Serve as a primary spokesperson, providing clear, transparent, and timely communication to all stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain a communications plan that ensures readiness to respond swiftly and effectively in a dynamic landscape
  • Develop and oversee high-impact documents and materials (e.g., donor briefs, impact reports) to support the President and leadership team in engaging funders and strategic partners
  • Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including donors and key grantees
  • Collaborate across internal departments to ensure alignment and integration of communications efforts across the organization
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and accountability
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues on teams across the organization
  • Oversee budget planning and resource allocation for communications initiatives

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