Senior Manager, Communications

National Audubon Society•Washington, DC

4d•$106,995 - $133,751•Hybrid

About The Position

Audubon's conservation impact depends not only on the work the organization leads, but on how that work is understood, embraced, and acted upon by the audiences who can help advance it—from policymakers and partners to supporters, employees, and communities across the hemisphere. Reporting to the Senior Director of Internal Communications, this senior manager role helps shape Audubon's voice on the issues that define its mission and helps advance the Flight Plan priorities that guide the organization's hemispheric work. A core member of the Communications team, the position collaborates primarily with the Office of the Chief Conservation Officer (OCCO) to ensure communications activity is integrated, strategic, and enterprise-focused. The role brings strategic judgment, strong writing, and a collaborative approach to a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, and aims to drive consistency, impact, and forward momentum. The role will support communications priorities—including executive communications, organizational change, internal communications, and other strategic initiatives—as needed, consistent with the Communications Department's enterprise approach. This position is classified as hybrid, in accordance with Audubon’s “Where We Work” Policy. Hybrid employees are expected to work in an Audubon office every Monday and Tuesday and an additional two days each month of the employee’s choosing. Candidates should be located within commuting distance of Audubon's offices in Washington, DC, New York, NY, Chicago or Oakland, CA.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in communications, public relations, internal communications, or executive communications (an equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered; bachelor’s degree preferred).
Strong writing and research skills, with extensive experience in writing and editing content for executives, managing media interactions, and preparing high-quality briefing materials for senior leaders.
Proven track record of developing and executing strategic communications plans with measurable results.
Excellent judgment, strategic outlook, global mindset, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality in high-stakes environments.
Exceptional verbal and interpersonal skills with a strong ability to execute efficiently and maintain a positive, solutions-oriented approach.
Strong emphasis on excellence, quality, and detail with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Understanding of how to leverage digital platforms to enhance leadership visibility.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with senior leaders and colleagues to develop strategy, content, and alignment with organizational messaging.
Commitment to Audubon’s core values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally both domestically and internationally (approximately 20 - 25%).

Responsibilities

Partnering with leadership for the development and execution of communications strategies that advance Audubon’s messaging, Flight Plan priorities, and global positioning.
Work with the Senior Director, Internal Communications and leadership team to ensure close, ongoing collaboration, enable advance planning, and understand short-term and long-term communications needs; manage confidential and sensitive news.
Writes high-impact speeches, talking points, blog posts, press statements, briefing materials, op-eds, and other executive communications to support leadership engagements, including board meetings, congressional meetings and testimony, speaking events, internal meetings, and other strategic priorities.
Supports enterprise communications initiatives by developing strategic messaging, executive materials, communication plans, and change management strategies that strengthen employee understanding, engagement, and organizational alignment.
Translates complex conservation issues into clear, compelling, and mission-focused narratives
Maintains consistency and clarity in both internal and external communications, reinforcing Audubon’s leadership in conservation.
Collaborates with the Chief Conservation Officer, conservation colleagues across the Americas, and cross-functional leaders within Audubon to ensure communications are integrated, strategic, and enterprise-focused.
Identifies and secures high-level opportunities for leadership to participate in conferences, speaking engagements, media appearances, and other strategic engagements, ensuring alignment with Audubon’s broader communications strategies.
Ensures alignment between communications from the Office of the Chief Conservation Officer with broader organizational priorities, supporting proactive internal communications, executive communications, organizational change initiatives, the Chief Conservation Officer’s thought leadership strategy, and consistent enterprise messaging.
Regularly monitors emerging trends in conservation, policy, and communications to ensure Audubon’s messaging and outreach strategies are timely, compelling, and impactful.
Maintains and fosters a culture of safety and inclusion.
Supports other communications-related priorities as needed.