Executive Communications Manager (Executive Speechwriter)

Alliance Defending Freedom; Lansdowne (VA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Long-term care insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with 4% match

Paid time off

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Alliance Defending Freedom is seeking a seasoned communications professional in Lansdowne, VA to manage executive messaging for the CEO, President, and Chief Counsel. You will craft speeches, briefing documents, op-eds and presentations, and lead research to support leadership communications for donors and stakeholders.

The role requires 5+ years in executive communications, a bachelor’s degree in journalism/English/communications, and excellent AP style writing with strong project management

Qualifications

• 5+ years of executive communications experience, including speech writing and content development.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communications, or similar academic discipline.
• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills, under tight deadlines.
• Strong strategic thinking for communication strategies.
• Proficient in AP style writing and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop executive communications (speeches, briefing documents, op-eds, presentations) for the CEO, President and Chief Counsel.
• Prepare and edit messaging documents for internal and external communications.
• Develop periodic summaries and presentations for the Board of Directors.
• Translate objectives and vision into stories for specific audiences.
• Oversee research and information gathering for reports for leadership and donors.
• Maintain a database of material for use in speeches and op-eds.
• Catalog speeches and media appearances in a library system.

Skills

Executive communications

Speech writing

Content development

AP style writing

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism/English/communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you.

Location: Lansdowne, VA

Team Overview

In this role, you will report to the Sr. Counsel & Director of CEO Communications and are responsible for managing the creation of speeches, briefing documents, op-eds, and other content for ADF’s CEO, President and Chief Counsel, and other senior leaders as needed; overseeing research and information gathering for reports for executive leadership, donors and key stakeholders, collaborating with the CEO Communications team on messaging, statements, and other communications content.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop executive communications (speeches, briefing documents, op-eds, presentations, statements, etc.) primarily for the CEO, President and Chief Counsel.
• Prepare and/or edit messaging documents for internal and external communications.
• Develop periodic summaries and presentations for the Board of Directors.
• Translate objectives, team performance, and organizational vision into stories and messages that relate to specific audiences.
• Oversee and coordinate research and information-gathering related to ADF cases and Legal and Communications team performance for reports for executive leadership, donors, and key stakeholders, and for speeches and remarks delivered by the CEO, President and Chief Counsel.
• Maintain a database of material for use in speeches and op-eds.
• Develop and maintain a library system cataloging speeches, presentations, and media appearances delivered by the CEO, President and General Counsel, and other spokespeople.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of executive communications experience, including speech writing and content development.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communications, or similar academic discipline.
• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to compose consistently accurate and compelling commentary and other communication materials under tight deadlines.
• Strong strategic thinking skills regarding the development of communication strategies.
• Ability to prioritize a variety of projects and following all projects through to completion on time.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in Associated Press style writing.
• Reliable, dependable, and trustworthy with confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of constitutional law and legal terminology.
• Knowledge of government (executive, legislative agency), from the local to federal levels.
• Knowledge of ideological, cultural, and legal trends; familiarity with relevant thought leaders and organizations.

Pay & Benefits

At Alliance Defending Freedom, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your well-being and growth. While we do not disclose specific salary ranges, our compensation is competitive with top non-profit law firms. Our benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match. We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year.

Want to Know More About ADF?

This salary range is reflective of a position based in Lansdowne, VA. This range is a good-faith estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and office location.

Virginia Salary Range

$107,000—$157,700 USD