Public Affairs Director, Strategic Response

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute proactive and reactive media relations strategies on key policy, political, and corporate issues.
• Serve as a spokesperson and manage relationships with top-tier national, political, and trade reporters.
• Drive strategic communications planning around emerging issues, working cross-functionally with policy, legal, product, and executive communications teams.
• Identify and anticipate reputational risks and develop rapid response plans to mitigate potential challenges.
• Craft messaging, talking points, statements, and other communications materials for a range of audiences.
• Advise senior leadership on media strategy, landscape, and stakeholder dynamics.
• Manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously in a high-volume, fast-moving environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to align external communications with broader company strategy.

Requirements

15+ years of experience working in communications, policy, public affairs, or marketing.

Experience managing complex, high-profile issues in a corporate, political, or agency setting.

Demonstrated track record of building and maintaining relationships with national and political media.

Experience developing strategic communications plans and messaging frameworks.

Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to distill complex topics for external audiences.

Experience working cross-functionally with policy, legal, and executive stakeholders.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Communications, Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field preferred.

Proven success in leading high-profile campaigns and managing crisis communications.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Experience with social media management and analytics.

Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance.

Experience with crisis communication planning and execution.

Skills

• Strategic Communications
• Media Relations
• Crisis Management
• Public Policy
• Corporate Communications
• Writing and Editing
• Project Management
• Collaboration

Benefits

Commensurate with experience.

Varies.

TBD.

See [Meta's Benefits Page](https://www.meta.com/benefits).

Pay

$223,000/year to $287,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Schedule

Varies

TBD