Director – Emerging Leaders & Engagement

Washington Policy Center

Director growing Washington Policy Center’s statewide emerging-leader network through digital content, partnerships and education. Advancing free-market ideas among younger Washingtonians.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $65,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in digital communications, content development, and audience engagement, with a strong ability to translate complex policy issues into accessible content. Proven track record in building strategic partnerships and managing projects to enhance community impact and engagement.

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Digital CommunicationsContent DevelopmentAudience EngagementPartnership DevelopmentProject Management

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Hard Skills

Content ProductionSocial Media StrategyAnalyticsMicrosoft OfficeCRM SoftwareVideo ProductionPodcast DevelopmentWebinar CreationNewsletter DevelopmentVirtual Learning

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written SkillsVerbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsPublic SpeakingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Emerging Digital TechnologiesAI TechnologiesContent-Production Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Civic EngagementFree-Market PrinciplesYoung Professionals ProgramStrategic PartnershipsCommunity Networking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Washington Policy Center's statewide lead for making WPC's ideas relevant, accessible and compelling to Washingtonians in the first half of their careers
Assess and grow WPC's Young Professionals Program for 19-to-39-year-olds
Translate WPC research and recommendations into engaging, segmented content and experiences
Report to the President & CEO
Expand statewide impact through digital engagement, strategic partnerships, educational opportunities and select in-person experiences
Collaborate with Communications, Development, Marketing, Operations and Research teams
Identify and engage audience segments based on life and career stage, interests, concerns, media habits and geography
Build strategic relationships with employers, business and trade organizations, colleges and universities, civic groups, creators, entrepreneurs and other trusted voices
Determine the value and future role of the Young Professionals Program
Grow the pipeline of participants, advocates, volunteers and donors
Develop video, podcasts, webinars, newsletters, social media, virtual learning and other content and experiences
Work with policy and Marketing & Communications teams to make complex research and free-market ideas accessible
Experiment with formats, platforms and distribution strategies using audience data
Serve as a visible WPC ambassador through public speaking, media and on-camera educational content
Develop educational opportunities demonstrating free-market principles
Equip emerging leaders for business, civic leadership and public service
Foster respectful dialogue and constructive civic engagement
Organize and deliver events that foster understanding, networking and community
Manage assigned budgets, CRM activity, projects, personnel and related responsibilities
Track reach, engagement, audience growth and conversion metrics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
Relevant experience in digital communications, content development, social media strategy, audience engagement and analytics, partnership development or related fields
Familiarity with contemporary content-production tools and emerging digital and AI technologies
Strong editorial instincts and intellectual curiosity
Ability to understand complex policy issues and translate them into accurate, accessible and engaging content
Exceptional written, verbal, interpersonal and public speaking skills
Strong on-camera presence
Strong strategic, organizational and project management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM or information management software
Ability to travel throughout Washington, including limited evenings and weekends
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Cover letter and resume required; salary requirements requested

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and performance incentive
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
401(k) with employer match
Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave
Expense reimbursement and other benefits consistent with WPC policy