Director of Communications

As Director of Communications, you will be our lead storyteller and strategist. You will uplift the achievements of PWC staff, students, and families across our schools and afterschool programs, cultivate new donor audiences, and systematize our internal and external communications.

What You Will Do

Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies and annual communication plans for the organization’s many audiences to build momentum and awareness. Develop compelling stories that build interest, grow our media presence, monitor coverage, and ensure timely responses.

Why It Might Be a Fit

If you are a creative, hands-on communicator and a strong writer who thrives on telling powerful stories and building a brand that matches our impact, this is your chance to do meaningful work in a mission-driven organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in communications, public relations, or marketing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and an eye for design
• Track record planning and supporting events, including galas, benefits, and cultivation events
• Ability to translate program impact into compelling stories that resonate with donors, media, and the public
• Skilled in executive communications and brand management, with the judgment to plan for and handle sensitive and crisis situations
• History of success in managing social media strategy, websites, and digital campaigns
• Proven results in securing media coverage, both directly and by managing PR partners, through compelling pitches and relationships with reporters and national outlets
• Experience analyzing communications metrics (e.g., media mentions, advertising value, editorial reach, social engagement) and audience engagement data to evaluate performance and inform strategy
• Expertise with communications tools (Salesforce, Campaign Monitor, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, WordPress) and social listening or media-monitoring platforms (Hootsuite, Cision/PR Wire, Google Analytics, or similar)
• Highly organized self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Commitment to PWC’s mission and organizational values: Collaboration, Continuous Learning, Going to Solution, Equity & Inclusion, and Passion

Benefits

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan with employer match
• life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account/FSA
• Commuter benefits
• twenty-four days paid annual leave per year
• four Summer Fridays
• 12 other paid holidays