Director, Social Impact And Inclusion

The Director, Social Impact + Inclusion is a key position within Golin and this specific role will be responsible for developing and executing Latinx/Hispanic/multicultural-focused work for a roster of consumer and corporate clients.

We're looking for a dedicated team member with subject matter expertise in the Latinx/Hispanic market who will serve as a day-day leader in the Social Impact + Inclusion practice, partner with account teams to develop and drive equity-led communications strategies and be a key player in the growth of the Social Impact + Inclusion practice.

You have a demonstrated track record in concepting and creating multicultural and/or DEI focused PR initiatives for major brands. You've helped organizations shape and evolve their approach to reaching the profoundly diverse market to becoming a category leader for their work focused on Latinx/Hispanic audiences. You thrive at the intersection of DEI communications focused on Latinx culture and public relations expertise. You have an in-depth understanding and passion for Latinx/Hispanic culture across generations. You are bilingual in English/Spanish - either fluently or conversational - and understand the nuances/colloquialisms of the language. You have an utter commitment to quality, and have a zeal for making the world a better place.

 
What You'll Do:

• Advise account teams and clients on Latinx/Hispanic/DEI communications topics, including creating and shaping programs and initiatives across a wide range of industries including technology, CPG, food and beverage, financial services and personal care that lead with Earned
• Serve as a key day-to-day client contact and project manager; participate in and attend client meetings
• Collaborate with teams across multiple disciplines and geographies and successfully manage complex, fast-moving and unexpected communications challenges around Social Impact and equity
• Interact with clients to present strategic recommendations addressing multicultural PR challenges and opportunities, as well as in "think on your feet" situations
• Provide client counsel on tactical matters linked to strategic plans
• Proactively generate new ideas and opportunities for the development of strategic client plans
• Create and maintain project budgets
• Assist with supervision and development of junior team members
• Proofing and writing a variety of deliverables including but not limited to: communications plans, key messages, Op-eds, pitches, public statements and social media assets; proficiency in Spanish-writing is a nice to have, but not a mandatory as this role is not designed to be a translator
• Excel at verbal and written client, interpersonal and inter-team communications; comfortable in communicating bilingually as well
• Stay on top of industry best practices, client and competitor brand activity, and ensure Golin delivers game-changing ideas and solutions in the Latinx/Hispanic and multicultural space
• Stay ahead of trends in Latinx/Hispanic/DEI communications and create PR strategies from real-time news events

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 8- 10 years of PR agency or related professional communications experience in house
• Demonstrated expertise in Latinx/Hispanic/multicultural communications topics
• Proven experience working on equity-led campaigns targeting Latinx/Hispanic audiences that have generated results
• Passion for new business
• Superior writing and editing skills that can communicate creatively and in an engaging manner
• Excellent writing, copy-editing and proof-reading skills
• Proficiency in Spanish-writing is a nice to have, but not a mandatory
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and superior client service skills
• Be proactive and highly motivated; demonstrate the ability and desire to work independently and confidently, but also as part of a team
• Be detail oriented with an ability to focus on the larger picture
• Comfort with ambiguity with understanding of how to leverage active listening to create clarity
• High passion and enthusiasm, a positive spirit, and ability translate that energy into generating results
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and client teams at all levels

Salary Range $100,000-180,000

Golin has included the base salary range or hourly rate for this role. Actual compensation offered within the range will depend upon, among other factors: a candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience; actual ranges for current or former employees in the role; and market considerations.

Golin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.