Director of External Communications

Overview

Lead a global strategy to strengthen influence, amplify voices of girls and young people, and enhance reputation worldwide. Spearhead, coordinate, and manage external communication activities across all entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide global strategic leadership for external communications.
• Lead and develop direct reports and their teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with communications colleagues.
• Drive ethical and powerful storytelling.
• Oversee digital and social media campaigns.
• Champion the organisation's brand strategy.
• Lead timely and effective communications responses to global events and emergencies.
• Provide expert guidance on reputational risk management.
• Drive innovation by integrating emerging communication technologies.
• Ensure the ongoing publication of high-quality reports and reviews.

Required Experience

Senior experience leading communications in international, matrixed organisations, with a strong track record in strategic communications and brand positioning, media, digital, and campaign leadership and leading and developing diverse, global teams. Extensive experience leading communications teams within complex international environments, with a proven track record of success in brand management and strategic communications. Deep knowledge of international affairs, particularly issues affecting children and youth, and the ability to anticipate and respond to global trends that impact the sector. Strong expertise in media relations, digital communications, and public relations strategies, including extensive experience working with international media outlets. Proven ability to lead and manage reputation and crisis communications, with experience advising senior executives and managing complex risk scenarios.

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