Philanthropic Communications

GE Aerospace•Washington, DC

3d•$137,000 - $170,000

About The Position

The Philanthropic Communications role tells GE Aerospace’s philanthropic and community impact story across the GE Aerospace Foundation, company giving, and employee volunteer efforts as part of the Public Affairs team. It articulates the company’s community impact while carrying forward the GE Foundation’s 100+ year legacy through the perspective of an aerospace company. The role focuses on STEM education, workforce training, disaster relief, and support for military and veteran families. The position is part of the Public Affairs team and sits within the Philanthropy team. It works closely with Corporate Communications, Government Relations, and key business partners globally. The role develops and executes integrated communications, campaigns, events, content, and stakeholder messaging to highlight philanthropic programs, partnerships, and people.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Public Affairs, Marketing, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in communications, public affairs, corporate philanthropy communications, or related fields.

Nice To Haves

8–10 years of experience in communications, public affairs, corporate philanthropy communications, or related fields.
Demonstrated experience developing integrated communications plans across earned, owned, and social channels for corporate, nonprofit, or public-sector initiatives.
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to create clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences and channels.
Experience planning and executing events such as press conferences, stakeholder events, and community engagements.
Proven ability to manage agency partners and external vendors, including briefing, deliverable management, and performance evaluation.
Experience working across functions in a matrixed environment, such as public affairs, corporate communications, HR, community relations, philanthropy, or business teams.
Comfort operating globally and engaging stakeholders across different regions and cultures.
Prior experience in philanthropic communications, CSR, ESG, or community impact storytelling.
Experience in or exposure to aerospace, engineering, manufacturing, or other industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a cohesive narrative for GE Aerospace’s philanthropic and community initiatives, including the GE Aerospace Foundation, company giving, and employee volunteer programs.
Create stories and events showcasing impact in STEM education, workforce training, disaster relief, and support for military and veteran families, tailored to diverse audiences.
Develop 360-degree communication plans for signature philanthropic efforts, including new Next Engineers locations and expansion of the Lifting Futures workforce training program into new regions.
Design and execute integrated campaigns that may include earned media, owned content, social media, internal communications, and partner communications.
Plan and support press conferences, stakeholder dinners, and other events to showcase philanthropic initiatives and strengthen relationships in priority communities globally.
Coordinate event logistics and run-of-show with the Philanthropy team, Corporate Affairs, local leaders, and external partners.
Prepare event messaging materials, including talking points, speaker briefs, Q&As, and remarks for executives, community leaders, and partners.
Collaborate with global, regional, and functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with broader GE Aerospace priorities.
Oversee an agency partner in developing written materials such as press releases, media pitches, talking points, op-eds, blog posts, and social media content.
Work with media relations colleagues and agency partners to secure coverage that reinforces GE Aerospace’s role as a responsible, community-focused aerospace leader.
Monitor media and social coverage of GE Aerospace’s philanthropic activities and identify opportunities to deepen engagement or correct misconceptions.
Develop messaging and communication toolkits that enable employees, leaders, and partners to share the philanthropic story consistently.
Collaborate with Employee Communications to highlight philanthropic and volunteer stories internally and encourage participation in signature programs.
Support communications for partners, grantees, and community organizations to align messaging and maximize joint impact.
Serve as a day-to-day communications partner to the Philanthropy team, helping shape positioning and launch plans for new programs or initiatives.
Manage agency partners and external vendors, including scoping work, providing briefs, and overseeing delivery against timelines and budgets.
Ensure philanthropic communications align with GE Aerospace brand, tone of voice, and compliance requirements.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach
Employee Assistance Program with confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off for vacation or illness
Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary or commission based on the plan
Relocation assistance
Professional development