Director, State Advocacy Communications

Are you a passionate and dedicated advocate for sexual and reproductive health and rights? Do you have experience in leading communication strategies and campaigns at the state level? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join Planned Parenthood as our Director of State Advocacy Communications.As the Director of State Advocacy Communications, you will play a crucial role in advancing our mission by developing and implementing effective communication strategies to support our state advocacy efforts. This is a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities across the country.To be successful in this role, you must have a strong background in advocacy communications, exceptional leadership and management skills, and a deep understanding of the political and media landscape at the state level. If you are a strategic thinker, a persuasive communicator, and a dedicated advocate, we strongly encourage you to apply for this position. Join us in our fight to ensure access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare for all.

1. Develop and implement effective communication strategies to support state-level advocacy efforts for sexual and reproductive health and rights.
2. Lead and manage a team of communication professionals to ensure timely and impactful delivery of advocacy messaging.
3. Stay abreast of current state-level policies, legislation, and political landscape related to sexual and reproductive health and rights.
4. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify and prioritize key advocacy issues and develop corresponding communication plans.
5. Serve as a spokesperson for Planned Parenthood at the state level, effectively communicating our mission, values, and advocacy priorities to the media and the public.
6. Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets and journalists to promote our advocacy messaging and increase visibility for our cause.
7. Develop and maintain a strong understanding of target audiences and tailor communication strategies accordingly.
8. Monitor and analyze media coverage and public sentiment related to sexual and reproductive health and rights at the state level.
9. Work closely with the Director of State Advocacy to align communication strategies with advocacy goals and objectives.
10. Create and manage budgets for state-level communication efforts and ensure efficient use of resources.
11. Collaborate with national communications teams to align messaging and branding across all levels of the organization.
12. Stay up-to-date on emerging communication trends and technologies and make recommendations for incorporating them into advocacy efforts.
13. Develop and maintain relationships with partner organizations to coordinate and amplify advocacy messaging.
14. Provide guidance and support to state-level affiliates on effective communication strategies for their local advocacy efforts.
15. Represent Planned Parenthood at relevant conferences, events, and speaking engagements to promote our advocacy priorities.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Director, State Advocacy Communications in Washington, DC, USA is $95,000-$160,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on the specific industry, company, and level of experience of the individual.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc., or Planned Parenthood, is a nonprofit organization that provides reproductive health care in the United States and globally.