Director, Communications – PR

GMHC

Director of Communications & PR at GMHC to strengthen external communications and media relations. Leading initiatives that align with GMHC’s evolving mission and community impact.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $75,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing strategic external communications and earned media strategies, with a strong focus on relationship-building with media professionals and preparing executives for public engagement. Proven ability to manage multiple projects while delivering inclusive and culturally responsive communications.

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Earned Media StrategyMedia RelationsAdvanced Writing SkillsRelationship-BuildingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Press Release DraftingMedia Advisory EditingMessage DevelopmentProofreadingEditorial Judgment

Soft Skills

CollaborationDiscretionProfessionalism

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit CommunicationsPublic HealthHIV ServicesLGBT AdvocacySocial Justice Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Strengthening GMHC’s external profile through earned media, executive visibility, and strategic external communications.
Developing and executing earned media and external communications strategies.
Building and maintaining relationships with journalists and media professionals.
Drafting and editing press releases and media advisories.
Preparing executives and subject matter experts for public engagement.
Identifying speaking engagements and thought leadership opportunities.
Monitoring emerging news and coordinating rapid-response communications.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in communications, public relations, media relations, journalism, or a related field.
Demonstrated success securing meaningful earned media coverage across traditional and emerging platforms.
Strong knowledge of the current and evolving media landscape.
Advanced writing, editing, proofreading, and message-development skills.
Experience preparing executives for interviews and external appearances.
Strong editorial judgment, discretion, and professionalism.
Ability to independently manage multiple projects.
Strong relationship-building skills and effective collaboration across departments.
Demonstrated ability to develop inclusive and culturally responsive communications.
Preferred experience developing communications for nonprofit, healthcare, public health, HIV services, LGBT advocacy, or social justice initiatives.
Established relationships with relevant media professionals.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid and remote work arrangements
Professional development opportunities
Attendance at agency events required