Director of Advocacy & Communications at Cultural Survival; Remote

Director of Advocacy & Communications at Cultural Survival (Remote)

Job Title: Director of Advocacy & Communications Job Position Level: Director Location: Remote. Open Worldwide.
Reports to: Executive Director Schedule Type: Full-Time, 35-Hour/Week FLSA: Exempt

Application review begins Monday, July 14, 2025
. Priority will be given to applications submitted by this date. However, the position will remain open through the end of July. We strongly encourage early submissions to ensure full consideration.

Cultural Survival is an Indigenous-led NGO and U.S.

-registered nonprofit that advocates for Indigenous Peoples’ rights by working in close partnership with Indigenous communities to support their self-determination, cultures, and political resilience since 1972. For 53 years, we have fostered collaborative relationships rooted in respect for Indigenous knowledge and leadership, advancing Indigenous Peoples’ rights and cultures worldwide through co-creation and shared strategies. At the heart of our work is amplifying Indigenous voices and supporting community-led efforts for self-determination.

Cultural Survival has curated a robust network of partnerships with Indigenous communities spanning over 70 countries on six continents. Our work is predicated on the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).

The qualifications listed below describe our ideal candidate; however, we recognize that sometimes the best candidate may not meet every single criterion. Research shows that women and members of structurally marginalized and underrepresented groups often apply only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Cultural Survival strongly encourages all interested candidates to apply, even if they don’t meet every requirement.

We look forward to hearing about why you are interested in working with us.

Cultural Survival is going through an exciting period of transformation. In recent years, the organization has experienced rapid growth, expanding its reach to include staff from over 20 countries and building a team that reflects a diverse array of cultural, geographic, and professional backgrounds. This growth has created thrilling opportunities and a clear need for enhanced coordination and leadership in Communications and Advocacy.

In light of this growth, Cultural Survival has recognized a distinct necessity to enhance its strategic leadership. This new position will be key in guiding and integrating the organization’s global, regional, and local advocacy and communications strategies and efforts. It offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the next phase of Cultural Survival’s evolution, ensuring our work remains impactful, cohesive, and grounded in partnership with Indigenous communities worldwide.

The Director of Advocacy and Communications will be a key leadership role responsible for advancing and integrating Cultural Survival’s global, regional, and local strategies in Communications and Advocacy. Reporting to the Executive Director and collaborating closely with the leadership team, this Director will be responsible for elevating Indigenous voices, unifying narratives, strengthening global advocacy efforts and campaigns, and ensuring that communications and advocacy are strategically aligned to support organizational growth, fundraising, and mission impact.

The Director will lead a cross-functional team comprising the Communications, Advocacy, Indigenous Rights Radio, and Special Projects units, along with associated staff and consultants. They will guide collaboration in alignment with Indigenous values and organizational priorities, fostering cohesion among their teams and promoting a culture of collaboration.

This role requires a visionary leader with proven expertise in Indigenous rights advocacy, communications, organizational leadership, and managing multicultural remote teams.

Full-time (35 hrs./week), Remote Worldwide. Travel availability.

Fluency in English and Spanish
, both spoken and written, is required. Proficiency in…