Job
Executive Communications Manager
| Location | Remote, MD 21230 |
| Date Posted | April 03, 2024 |
| Job ID | 11367 |
| Employment Type | Retained |
Scion Executive Search has been retained to identify the incoming Executive Communications Manager on behalf of our client, Global Refuge, one of the nation’s leading faith-based nonprofits dedicated to helping restore a sense of home to immigrants, asylum seekers, and refugees. For 85 years, Global Refuge has provided the resources, guidance, and community to help forge a way forward for newcomers.
Reporting directly to the Chief Communications Officer (CCO), this full-time, remote opportunity is available for immediate hire!
ABOUT GLOBAL REFUGE:
Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, Global Refuge has welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. Global Refuge walks alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in the United States through their work in refugee resettlement, welcome and respite services for asylum seekers, economic empowerment and employment, and family unification for unaccompanied children. To date, Global Refuge has served over 750,000 people from around the globe. Global Refuge’s comprehensive services leverage their extensive organizational expertise and government, community, and faith partnerships. At Global Refuge, welcoming newcomers isn’t just their duty- it’s an inherent part of their identity, rooted in their Lutheran heritage and inspired values and serving as a testament to their unwavering commitment to those in search of refuge.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Executive Communications Manager is the CEO's key communications partner, helping leverage the CEO's voice and vision to raise the organization's brand awareness and advance its strategic objectives. Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, this role serves as publicist for the CEO and will create and execute a multi-channel executive thought leadership strategy focusing on national events and feature media opportunities. As needs and opportunities arise, the Executive Communications Manager will also work closely with the C-suite team. This role collaborates with communications colleagues to ensure that executive messages and content are aligned with broader communications strategies and media plans.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
In addition to a competitive base salary of $145,000 to $150,000, Global Refuge also provides exceptional benefits that include medical, dental, vision, professional development, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick time, 12 paid holidays, 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave, as well as a 403(b) plan with 3% employer contribution match and an additional 7% match which vests immediately, family building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, and an annual wellness benefits that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, healthy eating plans, and more! This opportunity, position, and mission will inspire you daily!
Please address applications to:
Alexandra Martin, Executive Recruiter
Scion Executive Search
(888) 487-8850 x 153
Review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and continue on a confidential basis until an appointment is made.
Global Refuge is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. They participate in E-Verify.
ABOUT OUR FIRM:
Scion Executive Search is an award-winning retained executive search firm. Our track record and recruitment process have made us one of the top recruitment firms in the United States. Through innovative team building and recruitment solutions, Scion Executive Search seamlessly bridges the gap in interim and executive searches. Our track record and recruitment process have made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online.
Scion Executive Search is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Executive Search proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
Reporting directly to the Chief Communications Officer (CCO), this full-time, remote opportunity is available for immediate hire!
ABOUT GLOBAL REFUGE:
Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, Global Refuge has welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. Global Refuge walks alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in the United States through their work in refugee resettlement, welcome and respite services for asylum seekers, economic empowerment and employment, and family unification for unaccompanied children. To date, Global Refuge has served over 750,000 people from around the globe. Global Refuge’s comprehensive services leverage their extensive organizational expertise and government, community, and faith partnerships. At Global Refuge, welcoming newcomers isn’t just their duty- it’s an inherent part of their identity, rooted in their Lutheran heritage and inspired values and serving as a testament to their unwavering commitment to those in search of refuge.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Executive Communications Manager is the CEO's key communications partner, helping leverage the CEO's voice and vision to raise the organization's brand awareness and advance its strategic objectives. Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, this role serves as publicist for the CEO and will create and execute a multi-channel executive thought leadership strategy focusing on national events and feature media opportunities. As needs and opportunities arise, the Executive Communications Manager will also work closely with the C-suite team. This role collaborates with communications colleagues to ensure that executive messages and content are aligned with broader communications strategies and media plans.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and execute strategic communications plans for the CEO, driving brand awareness and advancing critical objectives with the CCO and Director of PR.
- Leverage existing relationships to arrange national-level engagements that help the CEO and the organization reach new audiences and demonstrate thought leadership around immigration and refugee issues.
- Build new relationships with key national and Baltimore events to help continue to reach new audiences.
- Oversee CEO social media accounts to ensure strong, creative, and positive visibility.
- Refine talking points, speeches, and presentations for internal and external events in close coordination with the speechwriter.
- Expand earned media pitching to land stories and features on issues cross-cutting the immigration and refugee space, including climate change and the economy.
- As the team grows, take on a leadership role in mentoring and coaching.
- Other duties, as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of experience as a publicist for high-profile C-suite executives who operate in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven track record of securing national media placements and thought leadership opportunities.
- Deep passion for immigration and refugee issues, with the ability to translate complex topics for broad audiences.
- A minimum of 1 year of prior staff management experience is required.
- Ability to pitch CEO for events that reach new audiences that align with strategic objectives, including donor communities, affiliated organizations, and religious organizations.
- Excellent writing, editing, and public speaking skills.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and demonstrates excellent time management.
- Willingness to work outside regular working hours during emergencies or other breaking news.
- Use an entrepreneurial and creative spirit to identify new thought leadership opportunities for the CEO and other leaders.
- Able to work collaboratively across the organization.
- Commitment to Global Refuge’s core mission and values and an ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners.
- Up to 10% travel is required.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
In addition to a competitive base salary of $145,000 to $150,000, Global Refuge also provides exceptional benefits that include medical, dental, vision, professional development, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick time, 12 paid holidays, 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave, as well as a 403(b) plan with 3% employer contribution match and an additional 7% match which vests immediately, family building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, and an annual wellness benefits that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, healthy eating plans, and more! This opportunity, position, and mission will inspire you daily!
APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS:
Global Refuge has retained the services of Scion Executive Search, a national executive search firm specializing in mission-driven organization recruitment, to assist in conducting this important search. For immediate consideration, please apply with your resume and cover letter, formatted in Microsoft Word, via https://www.scionexecutivesearch.com/job/11367.Please address applications to:
Alexandra Martin, Executive Recruiter
Scion Executive Search
(888) 487-8850 x 153
Review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and continue on a confidential basis until an appointment is made.
Global Refuge is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. They participate in E-Verify.
ABOUT OUR FIRM:
Scion Executive Search is an award-winning retained executive search firm. Our track record and recruitment process have made us one of the top recruitment firms in the United States. Through innovative team building and recruitment solutions, Scion Executive Search seamlessly bridges the gap in interim and executive searches. Our track record and recruitment process have made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online.
Scion Executive Search is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Executive Search proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
