Executive Communications Specialist

Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, thought leadership, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society. As an Executive Communications Specialist, you will play a critical role in elevating the voice and impact of Stand Together by working directly with our Senior Vice President on our Strategic Partnerships team. You will craft compelling narratives that reinforce our mission, drive thought leadership, and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders. This role is ideal for a strategic communicator who thrives at the intersection of message development, executive visibility, and relationship-building. If you’re passionate about using communications to accelerate change, this is a high-impact opportunity to contribute to an organization driving real societal transformation. How You Will Contribute Position the SVP as a thought leader by owning end-to-end preparation for public appearances including speechwriting, talking points, mock sessions, and coaching Build or oversee the creation of high-quality presentation materials that support executive storytelling across audiences and platforms Draft compelling emails, letters, and meeting materials for Stand Together leadership to communicate effectively with corporate leaders and philanthropic partners Launch and manage a regular newsletter to corporate partners on behalf of the SVP and lead quarterly outreach with tailored messaging Align executive messaging with organizational priorities, brand voice, and broader thought leadership campaigns Enhance the executive positioning capability by supporting implementation and execution of Stand Together principals' strategies including identifying opportunities for mainstage events or conferences, and proactive media engagements and op-eds Partner closely with marketing, policy, development, and external affairs teams to ensure message consistency and strategic alignment What You Will Bring 5-8 years of experience in corporate communications, executive communications, or speechwriting Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a sharp eye for tailoring voice and tone to specific leaders and audiences Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives in high-stakes communication settings Proven ability to develop strategic narratives and persuasive content across formats Strong organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect Standout Candidates Will Bring Experience in media training or executive coaching What We Offer Competitive benefits : Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace. A meaningful career : Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges. Commitment to growth : Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents. Competitive compensation : Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive. Our Values Working at Stand Together is different from many other organizations. Our culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers our employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation. We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success, and that is why we're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stand Together