Senior Communications and Engagement Lead

About the Opportunity

The Senior Communications and Engagement Lead is responsible for leading member communications, storytelling, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge sharing. This role focuses on connecting, informing, and engaging a growing national network of election leaders while communicating the impact of the organization's work. The position plays a central role in facilitating peer learning, strengthening network engagement, and translating complex information into clear communications for various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary communications contact for members and stakeholders
• Develop and maintain regular member communications such as newsletters and updates
• Build trusted relationships with election officials and key stakeholders
• Identify member needs and areas for peer learning
• Maintain confidentiality while surfacing insights to inform organizational priorities
• Support member-facing events and engagement initiatives
• Create compelling written content including newsletters, reports, case studies, and briefs
• Translate complex information into practical communications
• Capture member stories that highlight leadership in election administration
• Curate best practices and operational insights into useful resources
• Manage content strategy for member portals and distribution channels
• Support rapid-response communications during sensitive moments
• Collaborate with leadership to communicate organizational priorities and impact
• Facilitate peer learning groups and community-building activities
• Work cross-functionally to support programming and content development

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Ability to translate complex operational and policy information into clear communications
• Experience in communications, associations, nonprofits, philanthropy, public affairs, government, civic engagement, or related mission-driven fields valued
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills

Pay Range and Compensation Package

The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and other relevant factors.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.