Public Affairs Director, Strategic Response
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About the Role
Meta seeks a seasoned Public Affairs Director to lead media relations and strategic communications for complex, high-profile issues. The role requires 15+ years of experience in communications or public affairs, strong media relationships, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and execute proactive and reactive media relations strategies on key policy, political, and corporate issues.
- Serve as a spokesperson and manage relationships with top tier national, political, and trade reporters.
- Drive strategic communications planning around emerging issues, working cross functionally with policy, legal, product, and executive communications teams.
- Identify and anticipate reputational risks and develop rapid response plans.
- Craft messaging, talking points, statements, and other communications materials.
- Advise senior leadership on media strategy, landscape, and stakeholder dynamics.
- Manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously in a high volume, fast moving environment.
- Collaborate with cross functional partners to align external communications with broader company strategy.
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in communications, policy, public affairs, or marketing
- Experience managing complex, high profile issues in a corporate, political, or agency setting
- Demonstrated track record of building and maintaining relationships with national and political media
- Experience developing strategic communications plans and messaging frameworks
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Experience working cross functionally with policy, legal, and executive stakeholders
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Job Overview
- Meta is seeking a Public Affairs Director to join the Strategic Response Communications team.
- This role will lead media relations and drive strategic communications priorities across complex and high profile issues facing Meta.
- The ideal candidate is a seasoned communications professional who thrives in fast paced environments.
Public Affairs Director, Strategic Response Responsibilities
- Develop and execute proactive and reactive media relations strategies on key policy, political, and corporate issues.
- Serve as a spokesperson and manage relationships with top tier national, political, and trade reporters.
- Drive strategic communications planning around emerging issues, working cross functionally with policy, legal, product, and executive communications teams.
- Identify and anticipate reputational risks and develop rapid response plans to mitigate potential challenges.
- Craft messaging, talking points, statements, and other communications materials for a range of audiences.
- Advise senior leadership on media strategy, landscape, and stakeholder dynamics.
- Manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously in a high volume, fast moving environment.
- Collaborate with cross functional partners to align external communications with broader company strategy.
Minimum Qualifications
- 15+ years of experience working in communications, policy, public affairs, or marketing
- Experience managing complex, high profile issues in a corporate, political, or agency setting
- Demonstrated track record of building and maintaining relationships with national and political media
- Experience developing strategic communications plans and messaging frameworks
- Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to distill complex topics for external audiences
- Experience working cross functionally with policy, legal, and executive stakeholders
About Meta
- Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses.
- Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality.
- Meta is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Compensation
- $223,000/year to $287,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
- Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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