Chief Communications Officer - Remote

Overview

The Chief Communications Officer is responsible for innovating and advancing UCS’s image, reputation, and priority campaigns among key audiences. This position works with communications and program staff to ensure strong integrated communications cross-channel strategies to deliver visibility, engagement, and impact for all priority campaigns and to advance the organizational mission at large.

In Short

• Manage broad communications team to ensure communications plans advance UCS mission.
• Coordinate with the Development Department on strategies and messages.
• Stay abreast of message research to align organizational messaging.
• Ensure recruitment and retention of online supporters for campaign engagement.
• Define key performance indicators and monitor metrics.
• Represent the communications department before the UCS board and senior management.
• Ensure brand consistency in messaging across UCS materials.
• Promote a culture of effective communications and equity within the team.
• Provide input and advice on organization-wide matters as part of the Executive Team.
• Manage the entire communications department and supervise staff.

Requirements

• Proven experience in communications management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Expertise in crisis communication and brand management.
• Knowledge of digital marketing and media relations.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion in communications.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic communications plans.
• Experience in fundraising communication strategies.
• Strong analytical skills to monitor and evaluate performance metrics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Work in a mission-driven organization focused on science and advocacy.
• Opportunity to lead a dedicated communications team.
• Flexible working arrangements in a remote environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Engagement in meaningful work addressing global issues.
• Supportive organizational culture promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.
• Access to a network of professionals and experts in the field.
• Contribute to impactful campaigns that drive change.