Remote Communications Leadership Opportunity: GLAD Law Assistant Director of Strategic Communications and Content|Salary up to $150k
Professionals with strong communications, writing, advocacy, and nonprofit experience have an exciting opportunity to join GLAD Law as an Assistant Director of Strategic Communications and Content. The full-time position is being recruited through Positively Partners and offers a competitive annual salary of US$110,000 to US$150,000, depending on experience. The role is remote, with work permitted from anywhere in the United States.
About GLAD Law
GLAD Law, formerly known as GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders, is a leading organization working to advance LGBTQ+ rights and protect the civil rights and dignity of LGBTQ+ people and people living with HIV. According to the vacancy information, the organization has nearly five decades of experience using strategic litigation, legislation, and public education to challenge discrimination and social barriers.
The successful candidate will play an important role in communicating GLAD Law’s legal and policy work to the public. This makes the position particularly relevant for an experienced communications professional who can combine strategic thinking with excellent writing and storytelling skills.
What Will the Successful Candidate Do?
The Assistant Director of Strategic Communications and Content will be a senior member of the communications team. The role involves developing and implementing communications strategies that support the organization’s legal and policy objectives while helping audiences understand important developments affecting LGBTQ+ rights.
A major component of the position is writing and content development. The successful candidate will draft, edit, and refine a wide range of materials, including speeches, event remarks, press releases, media statements, advocacy emails, newsletters, fact sheets, FAQs, blog posts, website content, and digital media materials. They will also be expected to turn complex legal developments, court decisions, legislation, and regulatory changes into accessible content for different audiences.
The role also includes strategic communications and messaging. The successful applicant will contribute to messaging frameworks, narrative strategies, and communications plans designed to engage audiences effectively. Collaboration with different departments will be essential to ensure that communications support litigation, policy, fundraising, and broader organizational objectives.
Media and Creator Engagement
Media relations are another important responsibility. The Assistant Director will build relationships with journalists, editors, creators, and content producers across print, broadcast, and digital platforms. Duties include responding to media inquiries, pitching stories, coordinating interviews, preparing organizational spokespeople, and monitoring media coverage.
These responsibilities make the position suitable for someone who understands how to communicate effectively in a rapidly changing media environment and can identify opportunities to strengthen an organization’s public profile.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to civil rights and be comfortable working in a diverse and multicultural environment. GLAD Law notes that it considers professional, educational, personal, and volunteer experiences when reviewing candidates.
The organization is particularly interested in candidates with six or more years of professional experience in communications, journalism, public affairs, message development, or a related field. Strong writing, editing, proofreading, communications strategy, and narrative development skills are important. Candidates should also understand the evolving media and information landscape and be able to work effectively in fast-paced environments.
Experience in legal, advocacy, policy, or nonprofit communications is strongly preferred. The position also calls for initiative, creativity, strategic thinking, collaboration, and the ability to manage work in a high-stakes environment.
Salary and Benefits
The position offers an annual salary of US$110,000–US$150,000, depending on experience. Benefits listed in the vacancy include three weeks of paid vacation, 18 holidays, 401(k) participation with a Safe Harbor contribution, fully paid individual health and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, and professional development opportunities.
The expected start date is November 2, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are asked to submit a letter of interest, résumé, and recent writing sample in one PDF. The selection process is expected to include an initial screening call followed by virtual interviews, with finalists invited to interview at GLAD Law’s headquarters in Boston.
For experienced communications professionals seeking a senior remote opportunity in the nonprofit and advocacy sector, this role offers the chance to combine communications expertise with meaningful public-interest work. Candidates should carefully review the requirements and prepare application materials that clearly demonstrate their writing ability, strategic communications experience, and commitment to the organization’s mission.
APPLY HERE
Join Our WhatsApp Community
Disclaimer: Remote Job Opportunities (RJO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the responsible organization directly. Please do not send your applications to RJO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
