Director, Communications and Partnerships, Family Planning 2030

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3d•$103,000 - $134,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Communication and Partnership (C&P) Director is a senior member of the FP2030 Executive Team based at the UN Foundation (UNF). FP2030 is in the process of finalizing a new strategy and the C&P Director will lead in shaping and executing the communications strategy for the globally connected and country driven partnership and will oversee the quality of internal and external communications. He/she reports to FP2030’s Executive Director and will work very closely with the Chief Operating Officer and key leaders and managers across the country and program portfolios. The Director will serve as a shared resource for internal and external partners, as well as within the Global Communications and Engagement team at UNF. The ideal candidate is an experienced communications professional with a proven track record of building and executing successful, global and country communications strategies and campaigns to drive growth and increase community engagement to accelerate impact. The candidate will also oversee the communications aspects of FP2030’s: “Made Possible by Family Planning” to raise more funding, spark new leadership and voices, and ignite new momentum to ensure rights-based family planning for all people everywhere. The Communication and Partnership Director will work closely with the Executive Director and the leadership team to elevate our new strategy and advance strategic priorities, expand the reach of our brand and positioning, strengthen message alignment and support fundraising. The Director will develop a top-notch communication strategy and strategic positioning for FP2030 at the upcoming events ensuring strategic positioning and clarity of messages. FP2030 is also updating our website, and this position will oversee the critical changes needed for future fit and ensure a quality website that reflects FP2030 principles and values of diversity, equity, and inclusion and is user friendly to share resources, tools and information in multiple languages across the globe. This position is full-time, one-year term, benefits eligible, with possibility of extension. This role can be based in Washington, D.C. (hybrid schedule) or in the UK, remote.

Requirements

Master’s degree in communications, journalism, international affairs, global health, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience
8 or more years of experience in communications strategy, including work on global and country-level issues
Demonstrated knowledge of family planning, global health, and reproductive health, with established relationships or networks within the sexual and reproductive health community
A keen sense of working in collaborative initiatives/partnerships and with experience soliciting and channeling input from a broad set of stakeholders
Adept at managing processes to successfully incorporate relevant inputs while adhering to product schedule and quality standards
Exceptional managerial and negotiation skills
Demonstrated ability to manage partnerships, staff, and consultants
Excellent writing, editing, interpersonal, and oral communications skills
Knowledge of strategy and implementation of new media skills including blogging, social networking and tapping online news outlets
Strong critical thinking, decision-making and project management skills
Ability to prioritize competing priorities
Ability to travel internationally as needed

Nice To Haves

French and/or Spanish language skills desirable but not required

Responsibilities

Provide strategic counsel to FP2030 leadership on messaging and external positioning, including the executive director, COO, portfolio and program directors, and UNF Communication team
Shape and influence FP2030’s strategic narrative with senior country leadership, including ministers and government stakeholders, while positioning the organization as a trusted and authoritative voice among key global partners, multilateral institutions, and major funders (e.g., World Bank/GFF, UNFPA, RHSC)
Oversee development of an integrated communications strategy and an annual work plan that positions FP2030 to achieve the partnership’s strategic priorities
Oversee FP2030’s brand, organizational voice, and visual identity. Define organization-wide messaging, develop tailored narratives for specific audiences, and provide guidance and oversight to ensure alignment and consistency with FP2030’s core messaging across a range of outward-facing materials. Work collaboratively with other team leads, as well as regional communications officers, to develop language and messaging that connects FP2030’s core messaging with team specific needs
Lead communications and thought leadership strategy that elevates FP2030’s brand, increases its reach, and further establishes expertise and credibility
Oversee the changes to FP2030’s website to ensure future fit to meet the needs of a country led, regionally managed and globally connected partnership
Manage communications team members, budget, vendors, and a large and wide-ranging project portfolio
Represent FP2030 at meetings, conferences, and events focused on family planning issues as needed and oversee FP2030’s visibility through high impact events and leadership visibility
Provides creative direction and oversee production and launch of FP2030’s signature publication, the annual progress report, a compelling report on the progress of contraceptive use, the success of commitments as well as the impact of FP2030’s partnerships
Develop and manage strong relationships with external partners to facilitate their strategic engagement with FP2030’s platforms, channels, and messaging
Work in close collaboration with partners to proactively identify strategic media relations opportunities and respond to media inquiries
Oversee development of content for communications materials such as op-eds, press releases, fact sheets, talking points, and event briefings as needed
Coordinate with the UN Foundation Global Communications & Engagement team to ensure incorporation of FP2030 events, materials and messaging across UN Foundation channels as appropriate

Benefits

a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.