Are you passionate about breaking the cycles of poverty in San Francisco? Do you enjoy being a strategic thought partner by creating compelling communication strategies on behalf of executive leadership teams? If this resonates with you, we would love to connect!

Strategic Communications Director

Location: Onsite in San Francisco, CA

Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 per year with comprehensive benefits.

Position Summary: Our client is seeking a Strategic Communications Director to lead and shape all internal and external written materials in partnership with the CEO and senior leadership team. The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of experience in communications within social justice focused on content strategy, executive communications, and brand consistency in a fast-paced setting.

How to Apply: Apply online or send your resume and writing samples to monica@lionheartrecruit.com

Core Responsibilities:

• Drive content strategy and executive communications for the CEO, including internal/external communications, press releases, and speeches.
• Build strong relationships with staff for effective internal communications.
• Design and implement a strategic internal communication plan.
• Adapt to the CEO’s tone and voice for various communications.
• Create and maintain promotional collateral for external audiences.
• Ensure quality control of all communications as Editor-in-Chief.
• Develop and execute media strategies to tell the organization's story.
• Expand media relations across broadcast and print media.
• Craft executive voice for key moments, including Op-Eds and high-profile visits.
• Stay informed on public affairs to write relevant content.
• Collaborate on innovative collateral, digital marketing, and online presence.
• Work across teams to promote programs, fundraising, advocacy, and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 8-10 years of leadership experience in writing and communications.
• Writing samples for a CEO upon request.
• Experience in nonprofit, social impact, or issues-focused marketing.
• Expertise in social justice issues and empathy for the community’s lived experiences.
• Proven ability to develop and measure communication plans/strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to convey the mission persuasively.
• Advanced writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with communication technologies and best practices.
• Strong project management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Preferred: multilingual skills, knowledge of HTML, CSS, WordPress, Google Analytics, Salesforce, Pardot, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.

At Lion Heart Recruit, we embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of their race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other aspect that makes them unique. Our approach to diversity is more than a statement—it’s an integral part of our culture, our identity, and our success.