Senior Director, Public Policy Communications

The Parkinson’s Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. For over half a century, we have made tangible progress in our three mission pillars: research, care, and education.

The Parkinson’s Foundation is seeking a strategic and driven Senior Director to lead communications for the Foundation’s public policy efforts. As a key member of the growing Public Policy team, and working closely with the communications team, this individual will develop and execute a strategic communications plan to advance the Foundation’s policy goals, increase advocacy and engagement among the Foundation’s extensive network of volunteers, and establish the Foundation as a key player in the policy space. This individual will work closely with the Public Policy and Communications teams to maximize key policy moments and create proactive campaigns to increase awareness around the Foundation’s public policy agenda and drive policy outcomes. This role requires cross-collaboration across internal teams and external partners, strong writing skills, and experience in policy communications.

Experience/Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in policy communications, advocacy, or media relations, which can include work on Capitol Hill, a state legislature, or in a federal agency.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and translate complex policy issues for a wider, general public audience.
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience building and managing relationships with reporters, external partner staff, and/or advocates.
• Track record of managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
• Deep policy media relationships, particularly in the federal health policy space, as well as policymakers to influence policy outcomes.
• Experience working with external vendors on communications campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience developing multiple types of policy communications materials and adapting materials and messaging for different audiences.
• Ability to travel as needed for advocacy meetings, conferences, and legislative sessions.
• Demonstrated commitment to the organizational values of excellence, teamwork, collaboration, integrity, positivity, dedication and responsiveness.

Compensation:

Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included. The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000. This salary range reflects current market data and is aligned with the responsibilities and qualifications required for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on a candidate’s skills, experience, and alignment with organizational needs.

Tagged as: Communications/Social Media/ Development, Government Affairs/Legislative/Policy