Director, Policy Communications & Privacy Strategy

WhatsApp; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 223,000 - 287,000; Full time

Job summary

WhatsApp is seeking a Director of Policy Communications to lead global policy communications on integrity, privacy, and public policy. This role reports to the VP, WhatsApp Communications and sits on the Comms leadership team, guiding narratives across regions and platforms.

Focus areas include end-to-end encryption safety, privacy-by-design positioning, and regulatory engagement. You will mentor a senior team, partner with policy, legal and product partners, and shape the external narrative

Qualifications

• 12+ years of communications experience in policy, regulatory, privacy, or crisis communications.
• Track record of leading global proactive campaigns and crisis responses.
• Deep understanding of technology policy, privacy, encryption, and online safety debates.
• Experience managing and developing teams, including people managers.
• Exceptional judgment, writing, and executive counsel skills.

Responsibilities

• Set global policy comms strategy and annual plan aligned to priorities.
• Develop narratives and campaigns on encryption, safety, and privacy.
• Lead comms for integrity, privacy, and policy-sensitive launches.

Skills

Policy communications

Crisis response

Executive counsel

Team leadership

Judgment & writing

Job description

WhatsApp is seeking a Director of Policy Communications to lead global policy communications on integrity, privacy, and public policy. This role reports to the VP, WhatsApp Communications and sits on the Comms leadership team, guiding narratives across regions and platforms.

Focus areas include end-to-end encryption safety, privacy-by-design positioning, and regulatory engagement. You will mentor a senior team, partner with policy, legal and product partners, and shape the external narrative