Director of Communications

Galapagos Conservancy

5h•$90,000 - $110,000•Remote

About The Position

Galápagos Conservancy seeks an experienced, bilingual Director of Communications to lead and execute an integrated communications strategy that elevates the organization’s voice, strengthens its brand, and amplifies conservation impact across global audiences. Reporting to the Vice President of Advancement, this role owns the organization’s communications function and is responsible for aligning messaging with fundraising, science, partnerships, and institutional priorities. The Director of Communications is a strategic thinker and skilled storyteller who can translate complex conservation science into compelling narratives for donors, media, partners, and the public. This role oversees Galápagos Conservancy’s communications ecosystem, including media relations, digital content, web presence, brand stewardship, thought leadership, and field-based storytelling, while managing a small in-house team and external vendors and consultants. This is a hands-on leadership role for a communications generalist who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution, brings a global perspective, and is deeply committed to conservation.

Requirements

7 or more years of experience in communications, including strategic communications, media relations, digital content, brand development, and storytelling.
Demonstrated success securing press coverage and managing journalist relationships.
Exceptional writing and editing skills in English and Spanish, with the ability to tailor messaging for donors, media, scientific audiences, and the public.
Proven experience developing and executing integrated communications strategies across multiple channels.
Experience managing a small team and coordinating external vendors or creative agencies.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to translate scientific or technical content into accessible narratives.
High degree of cultural competency and ability to work effectively across U.S. and Ecuador-based teams.
Ability to travel 1 to 3 times per year, including to the Galápagos.