National Director of Communications

Position OverviewMi Familia Vota and Mi Familia en Acción seek a National Communications Director to lead the organizations’ communications and media strategy. This leader will oversee external and internal communications, drive strategic plans for programmatic and policy campaigns across multiple states, and elevate MFV’s presence on the national stage. The Communications Director will serve as MFV’s chief strategist and brand steward, shaping how Latino civic engagement is represented in the public sphere. The Director will manage a communications team and collaborate closely with organizers, policy leaders, and national/state staff to advance our mission of building Latino political power.Base pay and CompensationBase pay range: $105,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yrCompensation: $105,000 - $135,000 annual salaryKey ResponsibilitiesStrategic Communications LeadershipDevelop, implement, and oversee comprehensive communications strategies that raise MFV’s visibility nationally and in states.Serve as the primary press contact for MFV.Shape messaging across key issue areas aligned with our policy agenda (immigration, voting rights, etc.) to ensure cultural resonance and political impact.Lead proactive and rapid-response communications for national and state-level campaigns.Manage earned media, digital campaigns, advertising, and partnerships with organizers, researchers, and data teams.Oversee and track the communications budget, including political communications expenditures.Hire, train, and supervise communications staff and consultants.Provide leadership, mentorship, and growth opportunities to team members.Stakeholder EngagementRepresent MFV with external stakeholders, including media outlets, allies, elected officials, and partner organizations.Build and maintain strong relationships with key political reporters, influencers, and opinion-shapers.Collaborate with vendors (consultants, pollsters, advertising agencies, multimedia producers) to execute ternal & External AlignmentWork with state offices and national departments to ensure consistent messaging and branding.Provide communications support for organizational leadership, Board of Directors, and state leadership.Desired QualificationsMust be based in Washington, D.C. or surrounding area8+ years of experience in communications, media relations, or campaign strategy, ideally in political, advocacy, or nonprofit settingsProven track record of developing and executing communications strategies for organizing, electoral, or policy campaignsStrong editorial judgment, excellent writing and messaging skills, and the ability to simplify complex issuesExperience supervising, mentoring, and managing staff in a fast-paced, collaborative environmentAbility to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines under pressureEstablished relationships with national and/or political reporters strongly preferredExperience in multilingual communications (Spanish/English) is a plusProficiency in cloud-based project management tools (Google Suite, Slack, Trello, etc.)Commitment to MFV’s mission and values of equity, justice, and Latino empowermentBenefitsLife & short-term disability Insurance12 paid holidays; winter break401(k) with 5% non-elective employer contributionAdditional InformationFor more information, please visit our websites at and & Other DisclaimersGeneral Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Mi Familia Vota / Mi Familia Vota Education Fund reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities as necessary.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Mi Familia Vota is committed to equal employment opportunity and a diverse staff. Employment and promotional opportunities are based on individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law.At-Will Employment Disclaimer: This job description does not create an employment contract. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer, and employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.COVID-19 Disclaimer: This notice informs potential and future employees, guests, volunteers, and partners of the risk of contracting COVID-19, disclaims personal and organizational liability, and explains measures taken to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 spread. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-18