Senior Policy Communications Leader — Health Equity

RWJF; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transition stipend

Hybrid work model

Job summary

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) in Washington, DC, seeks a senior communications officer, Policy, who will translate complex policy priorities into integrated communications plans that advance the One Voice approach. You will lead teams, manage external firms, and advise senior leaders to shape impactful campaigns on health equity.

This role sits in the Voice Strategy team and requires a decade of experience in policy‑related strategic communications, with strong leadership, budgeting,

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience with at least five years in strategic communications in a policy-related environment.
• Translated complex subject matter into clear messaging, narrative direction, and communications approaches for diverse audiences.
• Hired and managed vendors, consultants, and project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Translate program strategies and emerging opportunities into clear communications plans with measurable objectives.
• Shape and prioritize communications priorities to engage target audiences around key narratives and policy changes.
• Embed health equity and Truth, Repair, and Transformation principles into communications counsel and messaging.

Skills

Strategic communications

Policy communications

Budget management

Vendor management

Travel flexibility

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) in Washington, DC, seeks a senior communications officer, Policy, who will translate complex policy priorities into integrated communications plans that advance the One Voice approach. You will lead teams, manage external firms, and advise senior leaders to shape impactful campaigns on health equity.

This role sits in the Voice Strategy team and requires a decade of experience in policy‑related strategic communications, with strong leadership, budgeting,