Director of Global Communications

Almond Board of California•Modesto, CA

1d•$160,000 - $195,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Almond Board of California (ABC) is seeking an experienced Director of Global Communications to lead their global communications strategy. This role involves shaping the organization's enterprise narrative, strengthening engagement with industry stakeholders, and ensuring communications are clear, credible, compelling, and measurable. The position reports directly to the President and CEO and is a key member of the executive team. This is an exempt, executive-level position located at the headquarters in Modesto, CA.

Requirements

10+ years of increasingly responsible professional experience in issues/crisis management, communications program oversight, and media relations
At least five years in a management capacity leading teams.
Expertise in strategic communications, executive communications, media relations, reputation management, and stakeholder engagement.
Exceptional writing, executive presence, business acumen, and strategic thinking.
Experience developing enterprise narratives and communicating organizational value and impact.

Nice To Haves

Experience in agriculture, food, commodity organizations, or similarly complex stakeholder-driven industries is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead ABC's integrated global communications strategy and enterprise narrative.
Advise executive leadership on reputation, executive communications, and strategic positioning.
Translate complex research, industry issues, and organizational priorities into compelling communications.
Strengthen engagement with growers, handlers, Board members, industry stakeholders, media, and partners.
Oversee executive communications, crisis communications, media relations, and digital communications, including SEO, GEO, AIO, and social strategy.
Lead and develop a high-performing communications team while measuring and improving communications effectiveness.