Communications Director

Summary

Join the Mozilla Foundation as a Communications Director and lead the development and execution of external communications strategies. Reporting to the VP of Strategic Communications, you will oversee various communication channels, manage crisis response, craft executive bylines, and support content strategy for Mozilla Festival. This senior leadership role requires 10+ years of experience in communications, marketing, or related fields, with a focus on tech or consumer brands. You will manage annual communications planning and team development, working in a collaborative and flexible environment. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including private medical insurance, extended sick leave, retirement plan contributions, and paid time off.

Requirements

• 10+ years Communications, Marketing, Field Operations, Program Management, Project Management, or related experience
• 4 years experience in PR or communications focused on tech, thought leadership, research or consumer brands
• Exceptional writing skills including experience creating blogs, articles, social media copy, executive talking points, brand messaging or the like for a business and consumer audience
• Established experience in communications in the media and entertainment industries
• Established relationships with members of the press and a proven ability to forge new relationships quickly and genuinely
• Proven ability in project management and planning
• Professional track record of developing and executing communications strategies in support of cross-functional launches and storytelling campaigns
• Strong understanding of the state of media and importance of communicating the value of technology innovation and digital rights

Responsibilities

• Cultivate an influential voice for the Foundation in earned media
• Frame and pitch coverage of Foundation initiatives and policies, working with external agencies as needed
• Ensure thorough monitoring and timely, appropriate responses to relevant news globally
• Explore new formats and partnerships for narrative innovation and wider exposure
• Design and implement owned and operated content strategy tied to target audience data
• Create and enforce style guidelines for all outgoing communications
• Supervise and maintain briefing documents, communications plans, speeches, pitches, biographies and other presentation decks and materials for senior leaders
• Support website, marketing, and communities leadership in publishing strategy
• Structure team operations for efficiency and consistent outcomes
• Manage and develop junior communications staff
• Consult with cross-functional internal clients to load balance and prioritise efficiently
• Work with pan Mozilla teams, namely the Mozilla Corporation communications teams, to develop aligned strategies and campaigns that advance pan Mozilla communications goals

Preferred Qualifications

Strong existing media and press relationships

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Extended Sick Leave
• Global Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Plan contributions
• Paid Time Off: 20 days annual leave + sick days and your birthday
• Company Holidays + Shutdown
• Wellness budget
• Professional Development budget
• Top up program for Pregnancy and Parental leaves