Director of Communications and Speechwriting

Director of Communications and Speechwriting

The Agency You'll Join The New York City Mayor's Office is responsible for overseeing city services throughout the five boroughs, coordinating public agencies and departments, and managing public property. New York City Mayor Eric Adams is head of the executive branch of New York City's government. Previously, Mayor Adams has served the people of New York City as an NYPD officer, state senator, and Brooklyn borough president. The Adams' administration is leading the fight to serve the people of the greatest city in the world, ensuring delivery of efficient and effective services, working to make New York City's economy stronger, reducing inequality, improving public safety, and making the city more affordable that meets the needs of all New Yorkers. We value leadership, transparency, fairness, and efficiency as we actively seek diverse talents from various sectors to join our team.

The Team You'll Work With The Mayor's Office for International Affairs (IA) serves as the liaison between the City and New York City's international community, which includes 193 Permanent Missions, 116 Consulates, over 70 Trade Commissions, and the headquarters of the United Nations. The Office functions as a global platform from which the City can promote its goals for a more just and equitable society, showcase the diversity of New Yorkers, and share best practices with the world. The Office also works to foster positive relations and to encourage collaboration between the international community and New York City's agencies and local neighborhoods.

The Problems You'll Solve

The Director of Communications and Speechwriting is responsible for developing and implementing the Office's strategic communications plan to advance NYC's equity agenda. The Director will work directly with the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners, and other internal and external stakeholders to develop messaging and identify local and international opportunities for press and social media engagements. This work will include the creation of press releases and advisories, social media assets (flyers, graphics, etc.), and written pieces (articles, op-eds, blog posts). The Director will also develop remarks and talking points for the Senior Leadership Team. Finally, the Director will serve as the main point of contact for media inquiries. This position reports to the Deputy Commissioner for Policy & Strategic Initiative, Chief of Staff. Working closely with the Commissioner, the Senior Leadership Team, and other internal and external stakeholders, the Director of Communications and Speechwriting will :

• Lead the development and implementation of a strategic communications plan, including traditional media and digital strategy, to support IA's programs, projects, events, and initiatives.
• Develop and manage relationships with media, government, and international partners to advance IA's communications equities.
• Lead on branding and develop innovative campaigns for the Office's diverse programming.
• Create all social media content, including, but not limited to, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, as well as content for blogs and other posts with support from the IA Team.
• Oversee drafting and dissemination of media advisories, press releases, press briefing material, and other external communications.
• Coordinate and oversee the creation of newsletters, blog posts, and other communications assets in collaboration with the IA Team.
• Liaise with the United Nations and the international community and seek ways to continue to strengthen and amplify the connection between these stakeholders.
• Represent the Commissioner and the broader office at events, meetings, and other public-facing events.
• Work on special projects, as assigned.

About You

You have a minimum of 5 years of experience working in communications, preferably in government / international institutions. You have experience with developing communication and social media assets, including press releases, press advisories, social media tiles (flyers, graphics, etc.). You have experience writing remarks and talking points for senior leadership / high-level stakeholders. You have the ability to work independently, actively seek collaboration, and support colleagues in their work.

Minimum Required Qualifications

You have a Master's degree in a relevant field. You have experience working with local and international press outlets and a strong network of press contacts.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.