Strategic Communications Writer

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality written content including speeches, executive communications, donor communications, speaking notes, and presentations.
• Serve as a primary writer for senior leaders, translating their ideas into compelling communications.
• Research, interview subject matter experts, and synthesize complex information into audience-focused content.
• Support organizational initiatives, fundraising efforts, advocacy priorities, and community engagement through strategic communications.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Communications, Marketing, Fundraising, and Events.
• Ensure consistency with organizational messaging, voice, and brand standards.
• Edit and refine content to ensure quality and effectiveness.
• Monitor emerging issues, trends, and community conversations that may impact communications priorities.

• Postsecondary education in Communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, English, Political Science, or a related field is preferred.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in communications, journalism, public affairs, executive communications, speech writing, or a related field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, interviewing, and storytelling skills.
• Demonstrated experience supporting senior leaders through written communications.
• Strong ability to understand complex topics and communicate them effectively.
• Excellent editorial judgment, attention to detail, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver polished work under tight deadlines.
• Strong awareness of current events and communications trends.
• Experience developing executive communications or stakeholder-facing materials is considered an asset.