Division Director Communication Strategy

Division Director Of Communication Strategy

Reports To : Divisional Vice President

Location : Los Angeles, CA (preferred) or an ADL office in the West Division

Grade / Class : Grade G, Exempt, PSA-Eligible

About The Organization :

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913, its timeless mission is "to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all." Today, ADL continues to fight all forms of antisemitism and bias, using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. A global leader in combating antisemitism, countering extremism and battling bigotry wherever and whenever it happens, ADL works to protect democracy and ensure a just and inclusive society for all.

Primary Function :

ADL Divisions are fixed geographic areas that include multiple ADL offices and involve multiple states. ADL's Division structure includes 25 regions that are grouped into multiple geographic areas.

The Division Director of Communication Strategy is a collaborative role entrusted to build and execute a strategy to amplify ADL's voice and reach within the Division. This role will lead a coordinated Divisional public relations and media relations outreach that positions ADL and ADL staff as experts and thought leaders across the Division's media markets. The Divisional Director of Communication Strategy also works closely with regional teams to promote ADL's content with local press, build relationships, and handle rapid response.

Responsibilities

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Media & Public Relations

• Promote ADL content with local media outlets to leverage findings from ADL to support regional and divisional team members in changing the narrative around antisemitism and extremism.
• Manage rapid response with local media outlets including but not limited to local regional issues and national / international issues with local take.
• Build meaningful long-term relationships with key print, broadcast, and social media outlets throughout the Division.
• Develop relationships with key reporters and editorial boards to secure coverage highlighting ADL's issues, leaders, and thought leadership.
• Respond to and coordinate media inquiries, interview requests, and proactive outreach on issues for Divisional and Regional team members, working alongside the national communications team as needed.
• Identify and prepare ADL team members for interviews with talking points and prep sessions as needed.
• Monitor news for coverage on issues corresponding to ADL's mission in collaboration with regional team members
• Draft press materials, including press releases, statements and comments, op-eds, talking points, fact-sheets, and more.
• Collaborate across departments to identify and cultivate coverage opportunities to raise public awareness of ADL issues, programs, and individuals.
• Collaborate with ADL national communications team to ensure alignment on strategy, tactics, and messaging.

Promotion and Dissemination of ADL Events and Resources

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ADL aims to create a working environment where every employee can thrive professionally. Our mission-driven work is best accomplished in an environment that supports belonging. ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws. ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process, please contact the People & Culture department at talentacquisition@adl.org. ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws.