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Vice President, Communications

Charter School Growth Fund
Location
Flexible within the US
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Policy, Communications, Advocacy
Salary
$130,000-$160,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 12+ years of progressive experience in strategic communications, media relations, or public affairs
  • Demonstrated ability to independently set strategy and vision for communications function, with minimal oversight
  • Excellent judgment and comfort making difficult, high-stakes decisions under ambiguity and time pressure
  • Exceptional relationship-building and collaborative skills
  • Outstanding writing, editing, and verbal communication skills across a range of formats and audiences
  • Ability to move seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on, detail-oriented execution in a fast paced environment
Nice to have
  • Experience developing and managing a communications budget, including agency and vendor relationships
  • Experience in charters or the K-12 education, advocacy, or the nonprofit/political sector strongly preferred
  • Ability to work with senior leadership team members
What the job really is

The Vice President of Communications at the Charter School Growth Fund (CSGF) will lead the strategy for both internal and external communications, focusing on enhancing CSGF's brand and narrative in the K-12 education reform sector. This role involves managing media relations, developing compelling content, and navigating complex communications scenarios, all while building strong relationships with various stakeholders. The VP will also oversee the communications budget and collaborate closely with portfolio network leaders to support their communications efforts.

Benefits
  • Compensation is commensurate with experience and education
  • Target salary range is $130,000-$160,000 annually
  • Health, life, disability, and dental insurance coverage
  • Vacation/holidays and parental leave
  • Participation in CSGF’s 403(b) plan
Things to weigh
  • Travel up to 50% may be required to support portfolio communications work, convenings, all-team gatherings, and in-person team meetings
  • This is an individual-contributor VP role, managing external partners rather than internal staff
  • No specific mention of remote work policies beyond 'flexible within the US'
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