Senior Director, Communications – Advocacy

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🦀 Maryland – Remote

🦀 Maryland – Remote

💵 $135k - $160k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🗣️ Communications

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CareerTech

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51 - 200 employees

🤝 B2B

🏢 Enterprise

B2B • Enterprise

CareerTech is listed on LinkedIn under Information Technology and Services. Based on available information, CareerTech is an IT and services company; no specific products, customers, or business model were provided. The company name suggests a focus on technology solutions for careers or workforce-related services, but that is not confirmed by the provided data.

📋 Description

• Advance CTE is seeking a visionary and strategic Senior Director of Communications & Advocacy to lead our efforts in elevating the narrative of Career Technical Education (CTE) and driving federal and state-level policy impact. • Manage a high-performing team to design and execute integrated communications strategies that support our mission: ensuring every learner has access to high-quality CTE programs that lead to success in the career of their choice. • Bridge the gap between complex policy analysis and compelling storytelling, positioning CTE and Advance CTE through proactive and effective federal advocacy and engagement strategies. • Direct and oversee internal and external communications strategies that align with organizational priorities. • Protect and enhance the Advance CTE brand, ensuring consistency in voice and messaging across all digital, print, and social platforms. • Direct and oversee federal advocacy strategies that align with member needs and develop advocacy plans for priority federal policy issues. • Collaborate with national partners to build broad-based support for CTE funding and policy. • Develop and lead a proactive media engagement strategy, including cultivating and maintaining relationships with key reporters. • Serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, contributing to organizational health and strategic decision-making.

🎯 Requirements

• A minimum of 15 years of related experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or advocacy - preferably within the education or non-profit sector - including at least five years in a leadership role. • Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of people, including, but not limited to, Board members, staff, government officials, State Directors, key stakeholders, funders, community partners, media, etc. • A deep understanding of the U.S. education system; familiarity with the Perkins V Act and/or workforce development policy is highly preferred. • Proven ability to synthesize complex data into 'plain English' narratives that inspire action in both written and verbal communications. • Experience building relationships with the media and effectively elevating the profile of an organization or program via the media. • Ability to work independently and accurately, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Excellent organizational skills. • Proven team leader with strong supervisory skills. • Knowledge of and sensitivity to the political and policy environment. • Proficiency with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress), CRM tools, and digital marketing suites. • Competency in equity, and racial equity in particular, including the ability to apply an equity lens to all work and employ equity-driven strategies. • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

🏖️ Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees • 9% employer contribution to the 401(k) plan (no employee match required) • Generous paid time off, holidays, and floating holidays • Paid parental and family medical leave • Flexible and hybrid work options • Professional development support • Transportation reimbursement for in-office days • Additional benefits that support employee well-being and work-life balance