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Director of Communications

The Global Fund for a New Economy, Philanthropy, Malaysia

The Global Fund for a New Economy (GFNE) is dedicated to building an economic system that benefits all people, protects our planet, and strengthens democracy. GFNE partners with leaders, changemakers, and innovative organizations to provide the strategic funding, partnerships, and infrastructure needed to drive this transformation. As a remote-first organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, GFNE values a wide range of perspectives and fosters a collaborative workplace culture aligned with its mission. Working with various partners globally in ten countries, GFNE focuses on sustainable economic opportunities and challenges while addressing the impact of AI and emerging technologies from a political economy perspective.

GFNE is seeking a Director of Communications to lead and execute a comprehensive global communications strategy. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in amplifying GFNE’s impact by ensuring cohesive communication across diverse audiences including funders, policymakers, civil society, and the media. Success in this role involves increasing engagement with core audiences through strategic messaging while maintaining quality content and managing communication risks effectively to enhance global positioning.

The Director of Communications will be responsible for developing and executing a global communications strategy that aligns with GFNE’s goals, managing media relations including press engagement and thought leadership positioning, overseeing content development for newsletters and digital storytelling, strengthening brand identity through strategic messaging campaigns, acting as a liaison across teams for alignment in communication efforts, establishing internal and external communication policies systems. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in strategic communications or public relations within philanthropy or policy-driven organizations with strong media relations skills in crisis management. Proficiency in digital communication tools/platforms is required along with excellent written/verbal communication skills. Additional languages are desirable but not required.

If you are passionate about sustainable economies and inclusive work cultures while possessing the necessary experience outlined above, we invite you to apply for the position of Director of Communications at The Global Fund for a New Economy. This full-time remote position offers competitive compensation based on experience/location with flexibility across time zones. Join us in this transformative work towards building an equitable economy that benefits all individuals worldwide. Apply by 4th April 2025 to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

Key Job Requirements:
  • Significant years of experience in strategic communications
  • Strong media and press relations experience
  • Global experience
  • Proven leadership in brand positioning
  • Ability to navigate complex and sensitive topics
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Key Job Responsibilities:
  • Lead the development and implementation of GFNE’s global communications strategy
  • Manage press relations, including proactive and reactive media engagement
  • Ensure that GFNE has effective branding and relevant branding assets
  • Develop internal training and capacity-building initiatives for staff on communication best practices
Skills:
  • Strategic communications
  • Public relations
  • Media relations
  • Brand positioning
  • Digital storytelling

Seniority Level: Executive Level

Job Functions: Communications

  • Media Relations
  • Brand Building

Industries : Philanthropy

  • International Development
  • Economics

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