Senior Manager/Director, Communications

Omidyar Network•San Francisco, CA

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

Omidyar Network (ON) is a philanthropic organization dedicated to guiding the digital revolution toward shared power, prosperity, and possibility. The Communications Team is responsible for ON’s communications strategy, brand management, external relations, and digital presence. They also collaborate with the Programs and Policy team on campaigns and narrative storytelling to advance the organization’s impact goals. This role will manage core communications functions, including the execution of ON’s editorial calendar, media relations strategy, and events. The position will also support executive presence and visibility, work with ON grantees and partners to raise their visibility, and drive internal communications. The role involves partnering with the Head of Communications and the Programs and Policy team on strategic campaigns and thought leadership. Working within a small communications team, the individual will build ON’s visibility, voice, and influence with diverse audiences such as policymakers, peer funders, civil society organizations, tech and business leaders, media and cultural influencers, staff, board members, and other key partners. Reporting to the Head of Communications, this role will have significant engagement with the CEO, Senior Vice President, Programs and Policy, and the Chief Operating Officer. The role can be filled at either the Senior Manager or Director level, depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in strategic communications, with experience in one or more of the following: technology, philanthropy, social impact, or agency roles
Experience or demonstrated interest in political and policy communications, exposure to government, private sector government relations, or the nonprofit/advocacy sector is a plus
Expertise spanning brand management, media relations, digital strategy, content, and campaign management
Demonstrated experience managing external communications agencies and partners, providing strategic direction, overseeing deliverables, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Strong ability to devise clear communications and influence goals, design strategies to reach key influence targets, and execute communications campaigns
Experience developing and implementing digital communications strategies and strategic events
Fluency in substantive issues in digital technology
Deep understanding of the evolving media and digital comms landscape, and skill in crafting messaging and campaigns to break through in crowded information environments
Collaborative working style with demonstrated success in matrix organizations and cross-functional environments
High emotional intelligence with exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management capabilities
Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort navigating ambiguity
Action-oriented with proven ability to move seamlessly from strategy to hands-on execution
Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to craft compelling messages and content for diverse audiences
Strong analytical capabilities with experience using data and insights to inform strategy optimize performance
Cultural competency and open perspective with experience working across diverse communities and contexts
Unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
Candidates must have a current U.S. work authorization to be considered.
Employees must reside within 100 miles of their assigned office location.

Nice To Haves

Experience in one or more of the following: technology, philanthropy, social impact, or agency roles
Experience or demonstrated interest in political and policy communications, exposure to government, private sector government relations, or the nonprofit/advocacy sector

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day execution of ON’s communications strategy
Develop and implement communications initiatives that establish ON’s market positioning, strengthen its reputation, and influence discourse on critical technology issues
Implement a brand strategy that differentiates ON and positions the firm as a preeminent voice in tech and philanthropy
Devise ways to compellingly tell the story of our mission and our work, communicating to diverse audiences how we work to strengthen societal governance of tech, and ensure more people have agency to shape how tech impacts their lives
Own and direct digital communications channels, including website, social media platforms, newsletters, podcasts, and emerging digital touchpoints
Design and implement measurement frameworks that help the team track return on investment and make strategic tradeoffs
Manage and supervise vendor relationships with agencies and consultants
Manage and execute executive visibility programs that position ON’s CEO and senior staff as authoritative voices at the intersection of technology and social impact
Lead event preparation, execution and follow up for the CEO – supporting preparations and logistics for all major external forums, briefing of the principal, planning for key side meetings, and development of talking points and/or speeches
Manage inbound media inquiries
Design and execute high-impact events, including flagship convenings, industry conferences, and exclusive stakeholder gatherings that advance organizational priorities
Lead strategic sponsorship opportunities
Manage a rolling annual calendar of external forums and events at the intersection of technology, politics, and markets, and develop a strategy and plan for ON’s presence
Collaborate with members of the Programs and Policy team to amplify and elevate the work of our grantees and partners via ON communications channels
Support the launch and promotion of new programmatic initiatives and strategic partnerships
Work with the Head of Communications, executive team, and the Programs and Policy team to design and implement integrated campaigns that advance firm influence goals, drive engagement, and support the work of our partners
Develop internal communications that support organizational clarity and culture, including monthly All-Hands meetings
Serve as part of internal working groups focused on strengthening organizational culture and employee engagement
Support ON’s CEO with talking points and presentations for key moments