Hybrid Executive Corporate Communications Leader

NPR; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NPR Benefits

Job summary

NPR in the United States is seeking a Senior Manager, Corporate Communications to drive institutional storytelling, executive visibility, and cross-department coordination. You will develop strategies that articulate NPR's mission and impact to employees, member stations, donors, policymakers, and the public.

Reporting to the VP of Communications, you will lead corporate and executive communications, guide media relations, manage a team, and ensure message consistency across channels, in a

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in corporate communications or strategic communications.
• Experience leading communications strategies for complex organizations.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and messaging skills.
• Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives.
• Experience managing sensitive communications and organizational issues.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Excellent judgment, diplomacy, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute corporate communications strategies.
• Drive executive communications and messaging for leadership appearances.
• Oversee media relations and proactive strategy for corporate priorities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment.
• Coach and develop communications staff and uphold a collaborative culture.
• Manage the communications calendar and ensure timely responses.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Editing

Messaging

Leadership

Relationship-building

Strategic thinking

Crisis communications

Education

Equivalent hands-on experience

Job description

NPR in the United States is seeking a Senior Manager, Corporate Communications to drive institutional storytelling, executive visibility, and cross-department coordination. You will develop strategies that articulate NPR's mission and impact to employees, member stations, donors, policymakers, and the public.

Reporting to the VP of Communications, you will lead corporate and executive communications, guide media relations, manage a team, and ensure message consistency across channels, in a