Director of Communications in Cleveland, Ohio

Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Cleveland Administration – CLEVELAND, OH
Remote Type
Fully Remote
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
 
Salary Range
$70,000.00 – $74,000.00 Salary
Job Shift
Any
Job Category
Marketing
Description
As a socially responsible health care employer and provider, we require our associates to show proof of annual influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations unless approved exemption is provided. Additional information will be provided by HR upon hire.
Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio is a seeking full time (37.5 hours) mission-minded Associate to join us as our Director of Communications. Must live in Ohio prior to start date.
SUMMARY
The Director of Communications will lead the strategic vision and execution of the organization’s communications efforts, ensuring they align with our mission, values, and business objectives. Under the leadership of the Senior Director of Business Development and Marketing, the Director of Communications will collaborate to create integrated communication strategies that engage diverse stakeholders, including patients, clients, donors, corporate supporters, activists, community leaders, and the public. The Director will also play a key role in advancing the organization’s fundraising and public relations goals while enhancing its reputation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Communications Leadership
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Business Development and Marketing to develop and execute a comprehensive strategic communications plan that supports the organization’s communications objectives across multiple audiences.
Work cross-functionally with internal teams and content creators to understand audience-specific needs and craft tailored communication strategies that ensure consistent messaging.
Lead mission-driven communication campaigns that integrate external and internal content, ensuring brand consistency across all platforms.
Direct the creation and distribution of communication materials, including messaging documents, toolkits, editorial calendars, style guides, press releases, op-eds, speeches, donor communications, and more.
Media and Public Relations
Develop and manage a robust media outreach strategy, fostering strong relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and influencers to amplify the organization’s narrative.
Lead media efforts, including pitching stories, managing press conferences, and preparing subject matter experts as spokespeople for key organizational initiatives.
Track media coverage and assess the effectiveness of media relations efforts to continuously improve communication strategies.
Collaborate with Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) on messaging and communication strategies, incorporating national talking points as needed for affiliate campaigns.
Crisis Communications and Issues Management
Lead crisis communications efforts by developing and implementing proactive crisis communication strategies and a crisis playbook to mitigate reputational risks.
Manage all communication in crisis situations, ensuring timely, transparent, and consistent messaging that aligns with business objectives.
Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on issues management and crisis communications.
Digital and Social Media Strategy
Work closely with the Marketing team to build and execute digital communication strategies, including social media campaigns, to drive engagement and support fundraising efforts.
Collaborate on content creation for digital channels, ensuring it aligns with the organization’s voice and goals.
Internal Communications and Team Leadership
Support internal