Executive Communications Manager

About the role

The is entrusted with the stewardship of high-level messaging that articulates the organization's mission and strategic vision to C-suite audiences and beyond. This role owns the end-to-end process of transforming complex legal and policy priorities into precise, persuasive, and faith-aligned narratives that defend constitutional freedoms. You will be responsible for producing a consistent stream of critical communications, including speeches, board materials, policy briefs, and op-eds, under strict deadlines. Success in this position requires a proactive mindset that anticipates communication needs and safeguards the integrity of the organization's public voice. You will serve as a strategic partner to leadership, ensuring that every word reflects careful consideration of both legal substance and public impact. This position offers the opportunity to operate at the intersection of communications, law, and faith-driven advocacy. Prospective team members are encouraged to review the organization's Statement of Faith for additional context regarding alignment with these principles.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Own the strategy and execution of executive-level messaging for C-suite audiences, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and legal standards.
• Draft speeches, board presentations, policy briefs, op-eds, and other critical content that communicates the organization's mission with clarity and impact.
• Shape narratives that defend the organization's vision and provide stability during pivotal moments in legal and cultural discourse.
• Collaborate closely with research and legal teams to verify case details and confirm that all materials reflect accurate facts and organizational objectives.
• Construct and sustain a comprehensive repository of past speeches, presentations, and media appearances to serve as a foundational resource for future communications.
• Synthesize intricate legal concepts into clear, accessible narratives tailored for boards, donors, partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Manage the intake of leadership requests, clarifying scope, constraints, and urgency to enable realistic production planning and on-time delivery.
• Oversee the entire review cycle of communication materials, coordinating with counsel and communications partners to refine drafts, identify risk, and preserve intended emphasis.
• Enforce rigorous version control, ensure proper attribution, and guarantee that finalized materials are ready for immediate distribution through controlled channels.
• Develop and maintain partner playbooks that outline roles, contact protocols, and approval procedures for external collaborations and coalition efforts.
• Coordinate with communications teams to ensure consistency in messaging across all external channels and stakeholder groups.
• Anticipate potential questions and opposition, preparing thorough responses that uphold the organization's values and legal positions.
• Support the executive team in high-stakes communications scenarios, including crisis response and media engagements when required.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of communication workflows, documentation standards, and knowledge management practices.
• Act as a key liaison between leadership and broader communications stakeholders to facilitate timely and effective information flow.

Requirements

• Must possess five or more years of experience in executive communications, specifically in speechwriting and deadline-driven content creation.
• Required to hold a bachelor's degree in journalism, English, communications, or a related field.
• Must demonstrate the ability to produce accurate and compelling commentary rapidly in a high-pressure environment.
• Required to show exceptional organizational skills, with meticulous attention to detail for facts, names, and citations.
• Must be capable of working independently and collaboratively within a matrixed team structure that values both autonomy and alignment.
• Required to maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive legal, strategic, and personnel matters.
• Must be willing to adhere to the organization's Statement of Faith and operate in alignment with its core principles.
• Required to be based in Lansdowne, Virginia, or its immediate vicinity to support in-person collaboration as needed.

Nice to have

No specific preferred qualifications or additional skills are outlined at this time.

Practical notes

This is a full-time position with an annual salary of $120,000. The role reports directly to the Senior Counsel and Director of CEO Communications. The successful candidate must be available to work from the Lansdowne, Virginia location. No additional details regarding hours, travel, visa, or application deadlines are provided in the source material.