Senior Director, Climate Communications - 26004

Senior Director, Climate Communications - 26004

Job Locations

US-DC-Washington

# of Openings

Overview

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, seeks a Senior Director, Climate Communications. The Senior Director will lead the development and execution of short- and long-term external communications strategies that advance the organization's climate objectives, support resource mobilization, and link to the broader communications and outreach strategy of the organization. The incumbent serves as the point of contact on internal and external communications related to the Climate Goal team and coordinates climate-related communications with others goal teams. The Senior Director is a key partner in strategy development and implementation.

Salary Range : $144,600 - $207,900

Please note : Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired willbe required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Responsibilities

The Senior Director, Climate Communications leads strategic communications for the Climate Team, including message development, internal communication, event participation, social media posting and fundraising support. Working with senior leadership, the Senior Director helps cultivate a unique WWF brand and voice for climate change mitigation and adaptation work. S / he / they develops and leads on communications strategies / plans that help deliver climate outcomes and raises brand awareness among key stakeholders. Ensures consistency in climate change messaging across the organization. Identifies content ideas and opportunities to reach multiple and diverse audiences (e.g., donors, corporate and program partners, policy influencers etc.) Manages climate communications staff.

Leads the WWF-US participation in major climate conferences including New York Climate Week and the UNFCC Climate COP in collaboration with participating teams across the organization. Organizes WWF-US hosted events and coordinates schedule of SVP, Climate on panels and events.

• Identifies key events to maximize visibility and strengthen relationships with donors, corporate partners, government institutions, and other stakeholders. Track, share, and make recommendations regarding climate communication activities and priorities across WWF-US and Network communications teams.
• Partners with SVP, Climate; Deputy Goal Lead, Climate; and subject matter experts to develop and implement climate communications plan which amplifies climate programs and strategies.
• Develops messaging, content, and stories for Climate Goal Team projects and communication needs, as well as knowledge management of programmatic activities and climate data. The content is for a variety of WWF and 3

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party channels (i.e. website, social media, webinars, podcasts) and various types of collateral (videos, blogs, op eds, brochures).

Key Competencies

Qualifications

COURAGE - We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it's needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.

To Apply :

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.