Future of Life Institute is hiring a
Communications Manager

Summary

The Future of Life Institute is hiring a US Communications Manager to drive their communications activities, focusing on outreach and managing media relationships. The role involves collaborating with the policy team, producing press releases, and contributing to the strategic direction of FLI's Communications team. Candidates should have experience in nonprofit campaigns, excellent communication skills, and an interest in AI/transformative technology.

Requirements

• Experience leading on nonprofit and/or issue-based campaigns that deliver tangible impact
• Experience and understanding of how to work with press to place stories and drive earned media
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven self-starter, with a track record of showing initiative, creativity and autonomy in driving communications campaigns forward

Responsibilities

• Drive FLI's communications activities in the United States
• Help ensure communications activities support strategic goals
• Work with FLI's Policy team to identify opportunities and mitigate risks in key US media markets/audiences
• Collaborate with the rest of the Communications team to ensure content output serves US campaign objectives
• Create and cultivate media relationships in the US
• Produce press releases, op-eds, statements and other written content to support FLI announcements and respond to external developments
• Contribute insights to the production process of creative assets (videos, animations, infographics)
• Help craft messaging to assist FLI staff and allies to communicate key issues
• Help run FLI's press office, and lead when the UK office is closed
• Produce and run US-based events to grow the network and drive awareness on issues

Preferred Qualifications

• Located in the SF Bay Area or DC (remote work supported)
• BA or higher in Communications, Political Science, Marketing or related field
• Interest in AI/transformative technology