Senior Communications and Engagement Officer

Oversight Board

. Shape how the Oversight Board is seen and heard .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in media relations, stakeholder engagement, and crisis communications, with a strong ability to craft strategic messaging on complex regulatory and societal issues in technology. Proven experience in managing events and providing high-quality, fact-checked materials for diverse audiences.

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Media RelationsCrisis CommunicationsStakeholder EngagementStrategic MessagingEvent Management

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Hard Skills

Writing High-Quality MaterialsFact-CheckingProject ManagementPolicy AnalysisEvent Coordination

Soft Skills

Advanced Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingCultural AwarenessCross-Functional CollaborationTime Management

Industry Keywords

TechnologyHuman RightsUS Political LandscapeDigital RightsRegulatory Landscape

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape how the Oversight Board is seen and heard
Secure high-impact, accurate media coverage
Build relationships with journalists, civil society, industry and government stakeholders
Turn complex case decisions into clear, compelling stories
Counsel Board Members before media and external engagements
Lead engagement plans for major events and campaigns
Manage reputational issues and provide guidance in accordance with internal processes and escalation points
Advance the Board's thought leadership through op-eds, briefings and policy papers
Engage proactively and reactively with media outlets
Develop and execute public engagement plans for events, special projects and campaigns
Prepare news releases, talking points and briefing notes
Provide on-the-ground support at key events
Craft strategic messaging, op-eds, blogs and policy papers on complex regulatory and societal issues in technology
Work cross-functionally with content policy staff to develop external narratives around case decisions and impact
Report to the Deputy VP & Director of Global Affairs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience working in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines, such as newsrooms or busy communications teams
Proven experience cultivating relationships with influential media outlets, pitching news stories and responding to inquiries, including critical inquiries
Ability to write high-quality, fact-checked materials that distill complex topics for public audiences
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle sensitive reputational matters and manage crisis communications effectively
Experience working with Executives, providing briefs, advising on reputational matters and staffing engagements
Experience in stakeholder engagement and managing events such as symposiums, press briefings, dinners, roundtables, webinars, keynotes and panel events
Strong stakeholder and media networks in technology, human rights or a related field
Experience working in technology, human rights, governmental or a related field
Strong awareness of current policy debates on AI technology and its impact on human rights and society
Understanding of the US political landscape and sensitivities
International work experience with cultural and political awareness to navigate complex, cross-cultural communications
Ability to engage effectively with international colleagues and stakeholders across multiple time zones
Ability to project manage and coordinate work across teams and time zones
Desirable: experience at the intersection of human rights and technology
Desirable: experience engaging with US or international government agencies and policymakers
Desirable: experience working with or in an agency
Desirable: understanding of US governmental structures and political environment
Desirable: proficiency in foreign languages
Desirable: interest in and understanding of the technology sector's regulatory landscape and societal impacts, particularly digital rights and user protections
Must be able to work across East Coast US time zones; visa sponsorship is unavailable

Benefits

Comp & perks

9% pension employer contribution with no requirement for you to contribute
Progressive family friendly benefits including a robust paid parental leave policy
Comprehensive healthcare and dental coverage for you and your family members
Comprehensive life assurance, income protection and business travel insurance
Childcare subsidy for eligible childcare costs
Home working and commuting allowance
Training allowance for continuous professional development and professional membership
5 study leave days per calendar year
22 days of annual leave in addition to public holidays, with up to 5 unused days carried to the next year
2 'recharge' paid vacation days per calendar year
2 'personal' paid vacation days per calendar year
Flexible hybrid remote working