Director of Communications

New Visions for Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the United States is seeking a Director of Communications to lead their strategic communications efforts. The role involves managing a team, developing impactful content, and enhancing the organization's visibility and fundraising goals. Ideal candidates should possess strong writing and storytelling skills, with 8-10 years of experience in communications or related fields. This is a full-time position focused on public relations, marketing, and strategy planning.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of professional experience in communications, public affairs, or related roles.
• Experience in education, public policy, or a mission-driven organization preferred.
• Comfortable with emerging technologies, including AI.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic vision and execution of a high-impact communications program.
• Manage a team to develop and implement communications strategies.
• Collaborate with influencers and partners to expand reach.

Skills

Writing

Digital storytelling

Strategic thinking

Social media engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

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Base Pay Range

$130,000/yr - $170,000/yr

Who We Are

For over three decades, New Visions for Public Schools has played a central role in improving the quality of New York City public schools and removing barriers to the success of low‑income students and students of color. We provide educators with the tools, resources, and supports to build and continuously improve strong and responsive systems—through investments in curriculum, technology, student planning tools, and innovative college and career preparatory programs.

What You’ll Do

New Visions seeks a Communications Director to lead the strategic vision, development and execution of a modern, high‑impact communications program that advances the organization’s mission, visibility, and fundraising goals. The Communications Director will manage a team of 2–4 team members in developing and implementing an organization‑wide communications strategy to bring New Visions’s mission and programs to life for all stakeholder groups. This will include:

• Partnering with program and development teams to surface stories of innovation and impact
• Helping teams express complex work in accessible, human language through compelling content creation
• Establishing and analyzing performance metrics to guide communications decisions
• Defining key audiences, messages, and goals across platforms
• Leading the organization’s social media strategy
• Collaborating with influencers, partners, and thought leaders to expand reach and engagement
• Producing organizational materials such as annual reports, newsletters, and website content
• Supporting leadership with key message frameworks, talking points, and preparation for media interviews and public appearances

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will be an accomplished writer, digital storyteller, and strategist who can distill complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with educators, families, civic leaders, and donors. They will bring both creativity and discipline – building the systems, strategies, and storytelling capacity to amplify New Visions’s work across channels. Minimum eligibility requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 8–10 years of professional experience in communications, public affairs, or related roles
• Experience within education, public policy, or a mission‑driven organization preferred

This is a hands‑on leadership role for a collaborative communicator who is fluent in social media and digital engagement, comfortable with emerging technologies, including AI, and eager to connect communications work directly to organizational outcomes.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Public Relations, Marketing, and Strategy/Planning

Industries

Education and Non‑profit Organizations

Equal Opportunity Statement

New Visions for Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that our people and teams should reflect the diverse communities we serve, and that our culture and internal structures should be inclusive and equitable for all prospective and current employees.

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