The Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) strengthens democracy around the world through private enterprise and market-oriented reform. CIPE is one of the four core institutes of the National Endowment for Democracy and is an affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Since 1983, CIPE has worked with business leaders, policymakers, and civil society to build the institutions vital to a democratic society. CIPE’s key program areas include Enterprise Ecosystems, Democratic Governance, Business Advocacy, Women’s Economic Empowerment, Anti-Corruption & Ethics, and Trade.
Position:
Internal Communications Manager
Reports to:
Chief Communications Officer (CCO)
Scope:
CIPE is seeking a full-time, exempt position based in Washington, D.C. for an Internal Communications Manager. This position is responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of plans to engage and communicate with employees. As a key member of the Communications team, this position will partner with leadership across the organization to provide support, feedback, and guidance on how best to communicate key initiatives internally.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with Senior Leadership and parallel departments to keep staff around the globe informed about organizational priorities and new developments in a timely manner.
- Craft and implement internal communication and engagement strategies that reflect the organization’s mission, vision, values, and work culture.
- Develop internal plans for engaging employees in DEIB strategies and aligning key messages with external communications around CIPE initiatives.
- Build feedback mechanisms that can be utilized to further evolve strategy and alert management to employee concerns.
- Survey employees and reports findings to Leadership, offering actionable ideas to better engage staff.
- Lead and execute internal communications campaigns and activities related to key initiatives.
- Oversee, create, and author content for the CIPE intranet and other communications channels.
- Work with Leadership and Human Resources to produce townhall meeting presentations and support employee events.
- Provides speaker support to Leadership for both external and internal events.
- Develop employer brand strategy in partnership with CCO and Senior Leadership.
- Other projects or duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- BA in Communications, Public Relations, or relevant field required.
- Eight or more years of communications experience required.
- Proven experience managing internal communications for a mid-sized or large organization, including change management situations.
- Ability to develop narratives that weave organizational mission and values into the employee experience.
- Experience with international development and topics consistent with CIPE’s mission, including anti-corruption and business ethics, democratic governance, business association advocacy, entrepreneurship and others.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, establish, and maintain good relationships with international partners, donors, and colleagues.
- Exceptional written and oral communication and presentation skills across media formats.
- Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated understanding of various channels and platforms for internal communications in a hybrid environment. This includes excellent Microsoft Office skills, including Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Previous work with Sway, HubSpot, and/or Mailchimp preferred.
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- High degree of culture competence.
- Contribute to an organization-wide culture of innovation, integrity, inclusion, and respect.
Benefits and Perks
Competitive Benefits including medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability, flexible spending, paid family leave, life insurance, 401(k), commuter benefits, telework, and more! Employee events including Company Picnic, Health & Wellness Fair, Holiday Party and lots of fun in between!CIPE offers a salary competitive with other international non-governmental organizations and an excellent benefits package. Applicants must be legally able to work in the United States; CIPE is unable to sponsor employees for work visas.
Applications will be accepted and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
CIPE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, and marital status or any other legally protected class or characteristic covered by applicable law. CIPE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals and bases all employment decisions on qualifications, merit, and business need.
CIPE believes diversity and inclusion across our organization is critical to our programs, mission, and success as a globally operating business. We strive to recruit, develop, and retain talent from a diverse candidate pool.
