Vice President of Partnerships & Communications
About The Position
The Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) and the ELM Action Fund (ELM AF) advocate for policy and build political power in Massachusetts to meet the scale and urgency of our environmental challenges. The Vice President of Partnerships & Communications will join ELM’s 5- person Leadership Team be an integral member of a collegial and effective 24 -person advocacy organization . Read our purpose, mission, vision, and values . We seek a Vice President of Partnerships & Communications to lead our partnership and communications strategies and bring our impact to the next level. B uilding on our years of g reat work and growth, this VP will lead a team to expand and deepen key partnerships ; design and lead the implementation of a partnership strategy for businesses and educational and medical institutions ; and lead effective brand, marketing, and communications strategies. This role centers on establish ing and manag ing relationships with partners , build ing and honing ELM’s external communications , and expanding ELM’s profile , reputation , and resources .
Requirements
- Infectious enthusiasm for ELM’s mission and commitment to ELM’s values.
- An aptitude for identifying productive collaborations and building shared value .
- Strong management skills; ability to delegate, mentor, and coach to empower
- E xperience developing , overseeing , or executing communications strategy for an organization or brand
- Collaborative, “all-hands-on deck” orientation around getting work done
- Commitment to integrating racial justice and equity into ELM’s work and to ensuring an inclusive organizational culture
- Strong editorial judgment and ability to craft compelling narratives and messages across diverse audiences
- Experience engaging with press, shaping media strategy, and coaching organizational leaders for interviews or public appearances
- Ability to translate complex issues into accessible, persuasive stories for business stakeholders and the public
- Experience with digital communications, content strategy, and creative direction
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills , including an ability to build rapport easily with a diverse array of stakeholders
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Massachusetts stakeholders and /or energy and environmental policy
- Experience developing partnerships with private sector foundations, corporate sustainability and/or government relations professionals
Responsibilities
- Corporate Engagement and Partnership Development Drive the growth, stewardship, and impact of the ELM Corporate Council
- Build and lead the strategy to cultivate and steward partnerships with corporations, mission-aligned businesses, and business associations
- B uild partnership s that create shared value, including sponsorships, joint initiatives, employee engagement programs , and cause marketing
- Represent ELM with business leaders and at corporate events ; deepen ELM's reputa tion as an effective leader and partner on climate and environmental policy
- Track emerging prioritie s in the business and sustainability sectors to anticipate opportunities for strategic alignment
- Strategic Communications, Brand , and Marketing Drive creation and implementation of a communications , brand , and marketing strategy that advance s ELM and the ELM Action Fund ’s organizational goals
- M anage ELM’s C ommunications T eam, ensuring clear strategic direction and leveraging opportunities for impact
- Guide ELM’s voice, positioning, and narrative and ensure consistency across channels
- Ensure communication efforts—digital, press, storytelling, campaigns, collateral, and events—are aligned with strategic plan
- Advise on messaging for the President, senior staff, and P olicy T eam, especially regarding external partnerships and public-facing initiatives
- Build ELM’s brand , visibility , and reputation among policymakers, business audiences, funders, and the public
- Organizational Strategy and Cross-Team Integration Serve as a member of ELM’s Leadership Team : Advise on organization-wide issues , drive collaboration and alignment among teams , refine strategic priorities, build progress towards mission and alignment with values
- Collaborate closely with Board and senior leadership to integrate partnerships and communications into organizational strategic planning and priorities
- Drive initiatives to engage partners in support of ELM’s policy and program priorities
- Coordinate with development, policy, and program staff to maximize the impact of external engagement
- Develop annual goals for partnerships , communications, and brand awareness ensuring accountability and measurable success
- Advise E vents T eam on building a strategic calendar of events
- Revenue Generation C onvert partnerships into financial support when appropriate , including sponsorships, corporate giving, and joint fundraising efforts – in collaboration with the Development T eam
- Identify innovative revenue opportunities tied to partnerships, strategic events, and co-branded initiatives
- Drive grant proposals and corporate pitches that align with partnership strategy
Benefits
- ELM provides generous paid time off , health insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, and a 403(b) retireme nt plan with organizational match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
