Director, Communications

Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one.
We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and invest capital for impact, advance housing policy at every level of government, and build and manage communities ourselves.
Since 1982, we have invested $72 billion and created 1 million homes across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S.
Virgin Islands - all to make home and community places of pride, power and belonging.
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Working at Enterprise At Enterprise, you'll be part of a diverse, committed team making a difference every day.
You will collaborate with some of the smartest minds and biggest hearts in our field.
You'll be empowered to drive systems change and take bold steps to advance racial equity.
And you will find a career home where you're valued and supported in your growth journey.
Enterprise offers career opportunities in our offices across the country with an exceptional benefits package.
Based in Washington, the Policy Communications Director will be Enterprise's primary communications leader supporting our federal advocacy, policy development, and policy research in pursuit of creating affordable homes for the millions of people without one.
As part of Enterprise's growing national communications team, the role is responsible for identifying communications, messaging, and media relations priorities on public policy issues; developing and overseeing strategies to execute on those priorities; engaging with external peers in the field; and managing and cultivating Enterprise's Washington press relationships.
They will be a leader in communications strategy, a deft relationship manager, and a talented writer.
The Policy Communications Director will work closely with Enterprise's senior Washington-based staff, securing interviews, op-eds, and storytelling opportunities across the DC media landscape.
A doer and leader, the Policy Communications Director will be a skilled, proficient writer at heart, passionate about developing persuasive, succinct messages that will advance our agenda in Washington and beyond.
Key Responsibilities Lead communications strategy for all of Enterprise's major federal policy work
Partner closely with Enterprise's policy development and research team to shape and promote the research that undergirds our advocacy across channels
Seek daily opportunities to position Enterprise's experts as the go-to national voices on federal housing policy and legislation
In close coordination with the marketing and digital teams, help shape advocacy plans that leverage Enterprise's unique voice and network to influence the public policy debate around our core priorities
Prepare memos, talking points, op-eds, press releases, media advisories, public testimony, and other materials in support of a robust media relations strategy
Engage in rapid response, ensuring Enterprise's voice leads the conversation in the wake of major public policy or Washington-related developments
Nourish Enterprise's network of reporter relationships, ensuring journalists have what they need to report on the critical nature of the affordable housing shortage
Partner with our fundraising and events teams to assist in the planning and execution of Washington-based activities that support our public profile
Work closely with coalition partners and allies to shape shared communications strategies that benefit our advocacy
Assist the vice president of communications in supporting C-suite policy communications
Occasionally serve as a spokesperson for Enterprise
Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Minimum of eight years' experience in policy-related communications, preferably focused on federal policy advocacy
Exceptional writing skills
Experience leading communications strategies for major legislative or advocacy campaigns
Some experience in affordable housing, real estate, or housing advocacy preferred
Please use our application portal to submit a cover letter, resume, and three writing samples.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Total Rewards at Enterprise You will be working with a group of talented professionals who are motivated by serving the community and addressing the need for affordable housing.
Enterprise offers a comprehensive total rewards package for you and your family.
The base salary for this role is $120,000 to $140,000, depending on level of skills and experience.
The salary range for this position is represented by the low and high end of the range for the amount to be paid for the position.
Salaries paid at Enterprise will vary based on factors that may include skills, education, location, experience, and performance.
The salary range is just a part of the total rewards package provided to employees at Enterprise, and other rewards may include annual performance bonuses and generous paid leave programs.
At Enterprise, our benefits form a major component of our total rewards package.
Benefits include dental, health, and vision care plans, as well as family-building benefits, such as fertility, adoption, surrogacy support, and gender-affirming care.
Enterprise allows flexible work arrangements to promote a better work-life balance.
We offer health advocacy, EAP, and mental health benefits.
We round out our total rewards package by offering financial education, wellness programs, and auto-enrollment in the company's 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
Finally, you will have learning and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for job-related courses and certifications.
Thank you for your interest in joining the Enterprise team in our effort and commitment to serve others.
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