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Insight Global
Assistant Director of Communications
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What they do
A Communications Manager plans and directs public relations programs that create a positive public image for an organization or business. Oversees press releases and communications with media; works with advertising and marketing staff to target advertising campaigns; manages internal communications such as newsletters or financial reports. May draft speeches or arrange interviews for company executives.
$147,802 / year median in Washington
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description A client of Insight Global is seeking an Assistant Director of Strategic Communications. The Assistant Director will lead communication strategy, stakeholder engagement, executive communications, and organizational messaging while serving as a trusted advisor to their leadership. This individual will oversee a team of communications professionals and distributed communications resources, translating complex technology initiatives into clear, audience-centered messaging that supports the client's mission and strategic goals. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.
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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Business/Public Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 5 years of professional communications experience
- Experience developing and executing communications strategies in large, complex organizations
- Experience leading strategic communications programs and initiatives
- Strong people leadership experience, including managing employees, contractors, or matrixed teams
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Executive communications and stakeholder engagement experience
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, audience-focused messaging
- Experience managing multiple priorities and cross-functional initiatives
- Strong project and program management skills Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across organizational boundaries
- Higher education experience
- Information technology or technical communications experience
- Change management communications experience
- Experience supporting executive leadership communications
- Budget ownership and financial reporting experience
- Experience managing communications agencies or external partners
- Web, digital communications, and content governance experience
- Experience developing communication metrics, KPIs, and engagement reporting Understanding of accessibility and usability standards for digital communications