Chief Culture & Communications Officer

RTI International; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 267,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

RTI International seeks a strategic Vice President, Culture and Communications to lead culture, belonging, employee experience, learning and leadership development, organizational development, and internal/executive communications across the institute.

The role oversees RTI Insider, Community Affairs, and a portfolio of teams, shaping enterprise strategy, budget, and talent to advance RTI’s mission and values with measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Requires strong business acumen and judgment with ability to translate data and insights into actionable plans.
• Experience advising C-suite and senior leaders and translating complex issues into decisions and action.
• Proven leadership across an integrated portfolio including culture, employee experience, and communications.
• Experience with multi-channel employee communications and community affairs programs.

Responsibilities

• Set enterprise strategy for culture, belonging, employee experience, and leadership development.
• Lead Culture and Communications portfolio including budget, governance, and talent.
• Oversee internal and executive communications and RTI Insider programs.
• Drive community affairs strategy, partnerships, and volunteer initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Consulting

Facilitation

Problem-solving

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Master’s Degree

PhD

Tools

Microsoft Office

Intranet / Communications platforms

Job description

RTI International seeks a strategic Vice President, Culture and Communications to lead culture, belonging, employee experience, learning and leadership development, organizational development, and internal/executive communications across the institute.

The role oversees RTI Insider, Community Affairs, and a portfolio of teams, shaping enterprise strategy, budget, and talent to advance RTI’s mission and values with measurable outcomes.