Executive Communications Strategist: Policy Messaging

Brennan Center for Justice; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time-off program

401(k) plan

Comprehensive health insurance

Wellness and office perks

Job summary

The Brennan Center for Justice in New York City is seeking an Executive Communications Strategist to support the President & CEO. Key responsibilities include producing public writing, managing internal communications, and strategizing messaging. A Bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years of relevant experience are required. The position offers a salary range of $75,000–$100,000 along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a generous time-off program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2–5 years of experience in politics, government, journalism, communications, or a nonprofit.
• Excellent writing, editing, and analytical skills.
• Strong political and public communications strategic sense.
• Experience managing multi-stakeholder communications efforts.

Responsibilities

• Produce public writing for the President and other leaders.
• Serve as associate producer of The Briefing weekly podcast.
• Draft and edit internal communications.
• Research, edit, and write for books, articles, and speeches.
• Strategize messaging and draft talking points for external use.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Analytical skills

Speechwriting experience

Political communication strategy

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Brennan Center for Justice in New York City is seeking an Executive Communications Strategist to support the President & CEO. Key responsibilities include producing public writing, managing internal communications, and strategizing messaging. A Bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years of relevant experience are required. The position offers a salary range of $75,000–$100,000 along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a generous time-off program.