Executive Communications Manager

New York Power Authority; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 118,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Power Authority (NYPA) seeks an Executive Communications Manager to shape NYPA’s public and internal voice for the president and CEO—advancing a more reliable, affordable and sustainable energy future for all New Yorkers. The role combines strategy, content development and materials across channels, including speeches, press releases and digital village channels.

The ideal candidate will manage internal/external messaging, translate complex policy topics, and guide leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 6 years in corporate communications or related field.
• Ability to translate complex topics into audience-friendly narratives.
• Strong command of AP-style writing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and create communications that build trust and a positive reputation across channels.
• Develop editorial calendars and content plans with channel partners.
• Plan and execute employee events and manage presentation materials.
• Draft speeches and talking points for the CEO and executives.
• Monitor metrics and report impact of communications.
• Collaborate with Corporate Communications team and leadership to align messages.

Skills

Communications strategy

Written and verbal communications

Digital communications & social media

Editing & version control

Speechwriting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field

6+ years of experience in corporate communications

AP-style writing knowledge preferred

Job description

Summary

The Executive Communications Manager orchestrates the New York Power Authority’s public and internal voice for the president and CEO—focusing on NYPA’s commitment to building a more reliable, affordable and sustainable energy future for all New Yorkers.

Summary

The Executive Communications Manager orchestrates the New York Power Authority’s public and internal voice for the president and CEO—focusing on NYPA’s commitment to building a more reliable, affordable and sustainable energy future for all New Yorkers. The ideal candidate is responsible for both internal and external communications, including developing strategy, content and materials.

Responsibilities

General Communications

• Draft and create communications that build trust, engagement and a positive reputation with a variety of employee and external stakeholders through existing and new communications channels.
• Deeply understand the strategy and content needs of our Channel partners (e.g. Internal, Web, Social, Email, etc.) to inform content plans, creative development, and holistic stakeholder engagement plans.
• Develop program/project-specific marketing and communications material; manage campaigns and communication planning as directed.
• Support creation and upkeep of a master editorial calendar incorporating content plans across communications modalities.
• Partner closely with digital/social media to co-define integrated plans and ensure quality execution.
• Help plan and execute employee events, by developing strategic content agendas, identifying content contributors, shaping and editing presentation materials, and managing event logistics.
• Create content across multiple channels, edit/proofread and/or update communication materials as requested, including presentations, press releases, speeches, industry and community award submissions, websites, newsletters, posters, social media posts, brochures, etc.
• Identify/monitor metrics to assess impact of communications messaging and summarize/create reports for presentation to management.

Speechwriter

• Draft compelling speeches that have high visibility and high impact for the CEO and Executive Management Committee, ensuring the messaging aligns with the organization's vision, values, and strategic goals.
• Provide talking points, create engaging presentations and company materials in support of event planning, including the day of event.
• Translate complex business, policy or regulatory topics into compelling audience-tailored narratives.
• Provide strategic communications guidance to leadership.
• Work with the Corporate Communications team, subject matter experts, and various leaders to align messages with company branding.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Solid grounding in communications strategy and progressively responsible practical experience in communications and marketing development across many channels.
• Highly developed written and verbal communications skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to convert technical information to laymen’s terms and storytelling opportunities.
• Experience with digital communications and social media.
• Experience creating collaborative, flexible, friendly and approachable team dynamic – with client services and relationship-building being a top priority.
• Experience managing editing and version control process across multiple business units and integrating multiple written styles into one distinct "voice" within a written document required
• In depth experience managing editing and version control processes across multiple business units and integrating multiple written styles into one distinct "voice" within a written document.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 6 years of increasing responsibility in corporate communications, journalism, marketing or related field in a demanding communications-focused environment preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in energy or infrastructure required
• Knowledge of Associated Press (AP-style) writing preferred

Physical Requirements

Up to 10% travel primarily within NY State.

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $118,00-$148,000. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].