How You’ll Contribute
The Communications Division uses creative and strategic tools to further the mission of the National Geographic Society (NGS), while maintaining our place as one of the world’s most trusted nonprofit organizations and global brands. The team’s creative minds develop and execute mission-driven, on-brand and strategic communications, marketing, creative and impact media for NGS and amplify this content on our own channels, across NG/Disney platforms and through external partners and earned media.Your Impact
IMPORTANT: A COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION.
Responsibilities Include
Assist with developing the implementation of a comprehensive internal communications plan for NGS that aligns with the Society’s mission. Through comprehensive internal communications strategies, build an informed, engaged and inclusive community of employees. Incorporate the needs of key internal stakeholders to ensure that communication plans fully support the organizational needs and priorities for the Society and make the best use of resources, skills, budget and best practices. Establish high-level key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure effectiveness. (30%)
Assist with leading internal communications planning and execution for the launch and ongoing operation of the MOE. The museum introduces a new internal demographic made up primarily of frontline and deskless staff, many of whom work non-traditional hours. Develop and implement communications strategies, systems and channels tailored to this audience to ensure real-time and accessible messaging. Collaborate across departments to support employee engagement, change management and alignment during this significant expansion. Serve as the primary liaison for museum-related internal communications and represent Internal Communications in cross-functional MOE planning. (30%)
Work closely with the Executive Communications team, lead the internal executive visibility plan and regular internal communications for the Society’s CEO and Senior Leadership Team. Produce regular all-staff meetings, which include developing programming, panels, Q&As, talking points and “Mission Moments” featuring National Geographic Explorers, as well as serving as the meetings’ host as needed. (15%)
Oversee the development of all internal positioning and messaging strategies for NGS, ensuring alignment with any external communications, as well as NGP and The Walt Disney Company when appropriate. Oversee and approve the editorial content and strategy for the Society’s intranet (NG Connect), weekly internal newsletters and other internal communications channels. (10%)
Manage a team to support the development and execution of the internal communications strategy. Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities and conduct annual performance appraisals (10%).
Serve as Project Lead for National Geographic’s emergency alerts system, NatGeo Alerts, and serve as communications representative on the Society’s Emergency Preparedness Committee. Act as point for dissemination of messages to staff in emergency situations, including during early mornings, late nights and weekends as necessary. (5%)
What You’ll Bring
Education
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English or related field.
Minimum Years of Experience
10+ years, including at least 3+ supporting employee internal communications and/or employee engagement with 3+ years of management experience.
Necessary Knowledge and Skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work with a variety of internal constituents.
Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and exercise good professional judgement.
Strong leadership, management and interpersonal skills with the ability to mentor team members effectively.
Ability to work some late nights and weekends.
Strong project management and prioritization skills.
Desired Qualifications
Experience facilitating a strong and effective organizational culture.
Experience leading internal communications teams and strategies for a complex organization a plus.
Supervision
3 direct reports
Salary Information
The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package. Our compensation structure and transparent pay philosophy are based on industry-specific market data for similar-sized nonprofit organizations.
The salary range for this position accounts for a wide range of factors including but not limited to organizational need; specific skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and more. At the National Geographic Society, individuals are typically hired at or near the starting point of the salary range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
The salary range for this position is $142,500.00 - $150,000.00.In addition, the National Geographic Society offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; engaging and comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment; flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year) and 10 days of sick leave; 12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31; paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits; learning and development opportunities; Lifestyle Spending Account; pet adoption assistance and insurance; pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy; employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit; and a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks.
Job Designation
Hybrid - At the Society, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are Hybrid. Our Hybrid category requires that staff work at Base Camp two days each week: every Tuesday and Wednesday. Hybrid staff are also always welcome to come in additional days each week if preferred.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization.