Communications Officer, Europe

Open Society Foundations

London, United Kingdom
Competitive rates of pyy apply; not specified; gen...
Fully remote
Strategic communications in complex political environments
Crisis communications and reputational risk management
High-level media relations and journalist networking
The role serves as a senior strategic leader responsible for shaping organizational narratives and safeguarding institutional credibility across Europe and globally

Job Summary

  • The role serves as a senior strategic leader responsible for shaping organizational narratives and safeguarding institutional credibility across Europe and globally.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to lead proactive risk assessment and manage crisis situations while ensuring values-aligned response strategies.
  • The position offers exceptional benefits including generous time off, flexible work arrangements, employer-paid health insurance, and a non-contributory retirement savings plan.

Matching Summary

The role serves as a senior strategic leader responsible for shaping organizational narratives and safeguarding institutional credibility across Europe and globally.

Salary

Competitive rates of pay apply; Not specified; Generous time off, flexible work arrangements, health/dental plans, retirement savings, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic communications in complex political environments
  • Crisis communications and reputational risk management
  • High-level media relations and journalist networking
  • Integrated digital and print content strategy
  • Senior leadership advisory on public positioning

Nice-to-have

  • In-depth knowledge of open society issues
  • Established relationships with international journalists
  • Social media campaign management expertise
  • Fluency in French or Spanish languages
  • Experience in regional advocacy contexts

Key Requirements

  • Degree-level education in Communications or equivalent
  • Substantial experience in strategic communications within political/international settings
  • Proven track record managing high-risk reputational environments
  • Excellent written communication and media pitching skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Work Rights

Not specified

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