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Position Title: Director of Communications
Reports to: President
Location: Washington, DC
Start Date: Immediately
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Want to help drive much-needed change in American politics, policy and the Jewish community when it comes to Israel/Palestine? Do you believe there has to be balance and nuance in the polarized debate over one of the toughest and divisive issues in American politics? Are you committed to working for peace, justice, equality and democracy?
J Street is looking for a Communications Director with significant experience spearheading communications and media relations for advocacy organizations, political campaigns or elected officials, and who is skilled at writing in a range of voices and formats.
About J Street
J Street organizes pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy Americans to promote US policies that align with Jewish and democratic values, that help secure the State of Israel as a just, democratic homeland for the Jewish people, and that advance freedom, safety and self-determination for the Palestinian people.
J Street focuses its work in three main arenas: (1) Public policy: Advocating and demonstrating support for pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy policies in Congress, with the Administration and in the media; (2) US politics: Endorsing and raising money for federal candidates who share J Street’s agenda; and (3) Jewish Community: Educating and raising awareness of balanced views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in the organized Jewish community, in Jewish communal institutions and in the broader public..
About the Role
J Street’s Communications Director will manage and lead a talented and hard-working eight-person communications team. They will work with the organization’s executive leadership and board to devise and implement long-term strategies, medium-term campaigns and rapid response to the day-to-day developments of a fast-paced and demanding issue, all the while ensuring that J Street’s communications reach and resonate with our key audiences.
The Director will play a pivotal role in all aspects of the Communications Department, working closely with the Director of Communications Operations, the Digital Director and the Deputy Director of Communications, as well as junior comms staff. They will coordinate with many other parts of the organization - from our lobbyists in Washington, to our Political Action Committee, to students on college campuses and leaders in Jewish communities nationwide.
They will ensure J Street’s pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy message is breaking through in the national and Jewish media, impacting debate on the Middle East in the American Jewish community, on Capitol Hill, in the political arena and beyond.
Key responsibilities
Desired Skills and characteristics
Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time exempt position, with occasional work outside traditional work hours on an as-needed basis. The salary range will be $130,000 - $170,000, depending on experience.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
J Street recognizes a staff bargaining unit affiliated with IFPTE Local 70, a union for non-profit workers. This position is in management and not part of the bargaining unit.
Physical Requirements
There are no extraordinary physical requirements for the performance of the essential functions of this position. J Street will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
In order to prioritize the health and safety of all employees J Street employees are required to provide proof of up-to-date COVID vaccination. J Street will discuss reasonable accommodations with employees who may be unable to receive a vaccine due to disability, the advice of a medical provider, or sincerely held religious beliefs.
To Apply
We are excited to receive applications from a broad range of applicants as we grow our organization to better reflect the diversity of the communities that care about our mission. Please submit the items listed below:
Applications are being accepted now and the position will be filled as quickly as possible.
At J Street we value an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to understanding and valuing each other’s perspectives at all levels of the organization thereby creating a culture that allows us to better serve our employees, and the communities we work with. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment and fellowship, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.
Full Time
$141k-181k (estimate)
02/01/2024
04/27/2024
jstreetgroup.com
Washington, DC
25 - 50
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