Head of Communications, Media & Thought Leadership

GMHC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GMHC is seeking a Director, Communications & PR to elevate external profile through earned media, executive visibility, thought leadership, and strategic external communications. This hands-on role partners with the VP to shape messaging across media and stakeholders.

The position requires crafting messaging for program expansions, managing media inquiries, and preparing executives for public engagements, in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of experience in communications, public relations, media relations, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead earned media strategies in partnership with the VP.
• Develop messaging for rebrand and service expansion.
• Draft press releases, advisories, pitches, and talking points.
• Coordinate media interviews and serve as spokesperson.
• Monitor news and flag reputational risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on campaigns.

Skills

Media relations

Executive communications

Editorial writing

Crisis communications

Stakeholder relationships

Public health literacy

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications/PR/journalism/marketing/English/public health

Tools

Muck Rack

Cision

Asana

Job description

GMHC is seeking a Director, Communications & PR to elevate external profile through earned media, executive visibility, thought leadership, and strategic external communications. This hands-on role partners with the VP to shape messaging across media and stakeholders.

The position requires crafting messaging for program expansions, managing media inquiries, and preparing executives for public engagements, in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.