Director of Public Relations

Positively Partners

. Serve as primary editor for all External Affairs content across social, print, digital, web, email, fundraising, policy, and executive communications .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $96,000 - $102,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates exceptional writing and editing skills, with a strong ability to translate complex topics into accessible messaging. Proven experience in public relations, media strategy, and collaborative leadership within mission-driven organizations.

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Public Relations ManagementEditorial GovernanceMedia Strategy DevelopmentContent Creation and MessagingProject Leadership

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Hard Skills

WritingEditingMedia RelationsCrisis CommunicationContent StrategyPerformance EvaluationBrand MessagingThought Leadership DevelopmentEditorial Workflow ManagementSocial Media Strategy

Soft Skills

CollaborationTrust BuildingStorytellingEntrepreneurial SpiritProject Management

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit ExperienceEarly ChildhoodHealthEducationEquity in OpportunityCommunication StrategyAudience EngagementMedia CoveragePublic AffairsStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as primary editor for all External Affairs content across social, print, digital, web, email, fundraising, policy, and executive communications
Write and shape brand messaging, message frameworks, talking points, and thought-leadership content
Translate complex early childhood, health, and policy topics into clear, accessible language
Partner with subject-matter experts, leaders, and Affiliates to strengthen messaging and maintain a consistent voice
Maintain the brand stylebook, templates, and editorial guidance
Coach writers and contributors and strengthen editorial workflows, review processes, and quality control
Advise on crisis and high-risk communications with the Chief External Affairs Officer
Lead the day-to-day relationship with Reach Out and Read’s public relations firm
Set priorities for an integrated earned media strategy and build national visibility and thought leadership
Drive press releases, op-eds, story ideas, media pitches, state and local coverage, and rapid-response communications
Prepare spokespeople for interviews and develop talking points and briefing materials
Set goals for and evaluate earned media performance
Partner on social media strategy and review/approve content and major campaigns
Align earned, paid, social, and owned content
Use performance data and platform trends to refine strategy
Equip Affiliates with adaptable content and tools for local markets
Advise colleagues and leaders across the organization and Affiliate network
Partner with marketing, brand, and creative leads on editorial and reputation strategy
Help prioritize the External Affairs team’s editorial and media portfolio
Manage communications vendors as assigned
Report to the Chief External Affairs Officer

Requirements

What you’ll need

Commitment to increasing equity in opportunity and outcomes for children and recognizing factors affecting differential outcomes, including race, ethnicity, language, and socio-economic status
7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in public relations or communications, including leading significant media and editorial work
Nonprofit or other mission-driven experience strongly preferred
Experience at a national organization is a plus
Background in early childhood, health, or education preferred/advantageous
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a portfolio demonstrating high-level messaging for varied audiences
Deep experience engaging reporters and managing a PR firm or agency relationship
Strong news judgment and editorial governance
Ability to translate complex research, policy, or programmatic information into accessible messaging
Strong project leadership skills and ability to manage multiple high-priority projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, fully remote environment
Collaborative style and ability to build trust with senior leaders, Affiliates, clinicians, and external partners
Strong storytelling instincts and entrepreneurial spirit

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with match
Paid time off
Home-based office / fully remote work
Occasional travel required