Communications Director

Job Description

The Fiscal Policy Institute (FPI) is seeking a Communications Director.

FPI is an independent, nonpartisan think tank that advances sound and equitable fiscal policy to strengthen New York’s economy through research, analysis, and strategic communications. FPI is a vital resource for legislators, advocates, and the media on matters of the state budget, tax policy, and public spending programs.

FPI’s communications director will be responsible for managing FPI’s public presence, including editing and publishing written work, maintaining a virtual presence online and in social media, managing relationships with partner organizations, and assisting the Executive Director in certain development-related matters.

Responsibilities

Specific duties include:

  • Managing the editing and publication process for reports, white papers, briefs, blog posts, and other written work.
  • Pitching written work to press and pitching FPI staff for radio and tv interviews.
  • Drafting and pitching op-eds.
  • Managing the website and social media.
  • Maintaining relationships with legislative offices, nonprofits, unions, and other partners organizations, including tasks such as sharing FPI’s written work, announcing events, soliciting feedback on policy issues and priorities, among others.
  • Planning events and conferences.
  • Potentially commissioning policy work from outside experts.
  • Assisting the ED with grant proposals and donor outreach.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Full-time or part-time
  • Based in NYC, hybrid work environment
  • Salary: $70,000-85,000 annually
  • Benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); vacation; sick leave; holidays

How to Apply

Please include a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples with your application. In your cover letter, please include a discussion of what draws you to FPI’s mission.

Please submit your application to info@fiscalpolicy.org with the subject line “[Last name] – Communications Director”.

The Fiscal Policy Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and welcomes diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, credit information, pregnancy or parental status, family responsibilities, personal appearance, creed, military or veteran status, religion, ancestry or national origin, union activities, disability, or other status protected by applicable law.