Manager, Executive & Strategic Communications

Job Summary

The Manager Executive and Strategic Communications will play a central role in elevating APIs leadership voice and shaping how the organization engages policymakers members and the public. This position supports APIs senior leadership in advancing key priorities through compelling executive communications including speeches op-eds member communications and thought leadership content that brings APIs mission and policy goals to life.

The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller outstanding writer and strategic communicator who can craft clear authentic narratives and identify fresh ways to reach audiences across traditional and emerging platforms. This role combines strong writing and editorial skills with content strategy and message development helping ensure APIs leadership is visible consistent and influential across media membership and external channels.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Draft and edit a broad range of executive communications materialsincluding member messaging speeches event remarks op-eds talking points and public statementsthat articulate APIs priorities and strengthen the visibility of its leadership.
• Manage the development and coordination of executive remarks and speechesworking across teams and with external partners to align messaging coordinate inputs and ensure high-quality execution for internal and external events.
• Collaborate with the media relations team to identify and pursue thought leadership opportunities including commentary podcasts panels and editorial placements.
• Help position API as its own publisher by developing original commentary to reach audiences and create news cycles directly through APIs owned channels.
• Engage opinion columnists and editorial boards to advance APIs policy perspectives and elevate its leadership voice in the national energy conversation.
• Develop creative high-impact content that elevates API executives through storytelling and digital engagementtransforming key messages into compelling narratives op-eds creative content and videos that reach new audiences.
• Work with policy teams to translate complex issues into clear persuasive communications that support leadership remarks and broader advocacy initiatives.
• Conduct background research fact-checking and message coordination to support speechwriting and content planning.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment balancing multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy quality and a high sense of urgency.
• Draft and edit fact sheets external communications materials and website copy that support and amplify APIs advocacy priorities.
• Assist with event communications including scripting and coordination of leadership materials.
• Maintain a consistent tone and message across all communications products that reflect APIs leadership and brand standards.

Key Relationships

• Reports directly to the Senior Director of Strategic Communications

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a similar role and subject matter expertise.
• Bachelors degree in relevant area or other related field equivalent work experience.
• Degree in journalism communications or relevant field.
• Outstanding writing/editing skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of AP style.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across a large organization and build and maintain strong relationships with the media.
• Working knowledge of policy issues Congress the Executive Branch and political debate.
• Talent for distilling complex issues into understandable relevant messages.
• Ability to perform in a fast work environment and multi-task multiple projects and initiatives under tight deadlines.
• Ability to provide informed media counsel and exercise sound judgment when interacting with reporters.
  

Physical Requirements

• Able to remain in a stationary position working on a computer
• Move about the office to access office machinery meeting rooms etc. on occasion
• Operate a computer and other office machinery such as printers and copy machines
• Transport items and equipment up to 10 lbs. on occasion
  

Travel Requirements

• Up to 25%

This job outline describes the typical accountabilities and requirements of the position and should not be construed as anall-encompassingdescription of every duty performed by or expected of the incumbent.

EEO Statement

API is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on merit competence performance and business needs. Our success in maintaining a reputation for professional excellence depends on selecting the best qualified candidates. Achieving this objective means that no employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color religion age gender expression or identity sexual orientation pregnancy (including childbirth related medical conditions breastfeeding and reproductive health decisions) genetic information national origin disability marital status personal appearance family responsibilities political affiliation matriculation credit information the status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence stalking or sexual offense or any prohibited basis under federal state or local law.

API is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Department via email at .

This salary range is DC based and may be adjusted accordingly based on the candidates geographic location. Candidates are typically hired at a point in the salary range based on prior experience education and market demand for the role; candidates are also compared internally to their peers.

API offers a comprehensive benefits package for our employees and their families. More information about our benefits may be found at Experience:

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