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Panorama is a platform for social change dedicated to solving the world’s most intractable problems. Our goal is to maximize social impact by partnering with visionary leaders, social entrepreneurs, nonprofit organizations, and the private sector to co-develop solutions with audacious thinking, radical collaboration, and bold action.  Panorama’s value proposition is helping partners to operate in smarter, more impactful, and more efficient ways. Panorama Group’s values are built on four core principles: 

• Vision: See the big picture and examine all angles 
• Integrity: Maintain trust and strive for excellence 
• Partnership: Collaborate and foster meaningful relationships 
• Impact: Act boldly and create a ripple effect.   

The Panorama Group is a community of organizations that includes:   

• Panorama Global, a social impact nonprofit that empowers changemakers through radical collaboration, 

• Panorama Strategy, a social purpose consultancy that accelerates progress for clients through audacious thinking, and  

• Panorama Action, which mobilizes voices and resources through bold action.   

Position Summary 
Our dynamic organization seeks a Vice President, External Affairs to join our executive team to manage all aspects of Panorama’s external and internal communications. The individual will oversee communications, branding, and marketing planning and implementation to advance Panorama’s mission and strategic direction. The individual will provide strategy and communications expertise to other entities of Panorama Group, strengthening its position as the “go-to” resource for social changemakers. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, a strong collaborator, and results-oriented with the ability to work in complex, ambiguous environments,

As a member of the Panorama senior leadership team, the Vice President, External Affairs will help drive the strategic direction and growth of the organization and brand equity among internal and external stakeholders. The VP serves as principal advisor providing comprehensive and proactive communications, strategies and planning, media relations, crisis communications, reputation management, and event planning and execution.

Reporting to the Chief Impact Officer and working closely with the CEO, the successful candidate will be a forward-thinking strategic partner with strong business acumen who will embrace our mission to accelerate social change and ensure our growth is strong and sustainable.  The individual will develop and implement a strategy including, but not limited to, brand and value proposition, business development, thought leadership, executive communications, and global events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CEO, Chief Impact Officer and Executive Team to shape the organization’s strategic goals and priorities related to external relations.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance the organization’s reputation and visibility in the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors.
• Lead on public-facing initiatives and communications.
• Monitor public perception of the organization and manage reputational risks, adjusting messaging and strategies as needed.

• Oversee the creation of high-quality written content, including program materials, reports, press releases, speeches, social media posts.
• Oversee the management of the organization’s brand, ensuring it reflects the organization’s values and resonates with target audiences.
• Ensure that all communications materials effectively tell the organization’s story, highlight impact, and engage stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams to produce donor-facing materials.
• Manage development of multiple publications and events simultaneously.

• Develop and execute strategies to raise awareness about the organization’s mission, programs, and achievements.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, media outlets, and influencers to promote the organization’s work and advocate for its mission.
• Oversee general crisis communications plan, and lead response on urgent issues when necessary.

• Oversee strategy and execution of digital communications, including website, social media, and email campaigns.
• Manage the organization’s digital presence, including the website and social media channels, ensuring they are up to date and align with organizational messaging.
• Ensure that all communications, from social media to print materials, are consistent with the organization’s brand guidelines.

• Work closely with the Partnerships team to identify new opportunities for funding and increase the organization’s donor base.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with external stakeholders.
• Oversee marketing and communications strategy and process to specific communities of stakeholders.
• Represent the organization at public events, conferences, and meetings, acting as a spokesperson when necessary.
• Plan and execute Panorama events and organizational participation at major global convenings.

• Working in partnership with the People & Culture team, design and execute internal communications strategies to keep employees engaged and aligned with the organization’s goals.
• Develop regular updates for staff, board members, and other internal stakeholders to ensure transparency and collaboration.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of professionals responsible for external affairs.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the External Affairs team.
• Provide regular performance feedback, set objectives, and support professional development opportunities for team members.
• Track the effectiveness of external affairs strategies and adjust approaches as necessary to meet organizational objectives.

• Serve on the Executive Team and provide strategic thought partnership to the CEO and other senior leaders.
• Participate in critical elements of institutional decision-making and provide strategic vision at the executive level.
• Contribute to Panorama’s ongoing evolution and growth as a platform for social change.
• Cultivate a high-performing team by prioritizing collective success, team development, clear expectation setting, and regular performance assessment.
• Develop a long-term vision and key performance indicators for your department to ensure that work aligns with and facilitates Panorama’s mission.
• Manage Individual Contributors, Consultants, front-line Managers and/or Directors, ensuring Panorama’s performance management concepts are upheld, and contribute towards their professional development and learning.
• Participate in and actively contribute to internal Learning & Development opportunities, including People Managers training sessions and First Friday Learning sessions.

• Serve as an organizational brand ambassador by representing the organization externally.
• Embrace everyday challenges and ambiguity as opportunities to lean in and take action.
• Demonstrate curiosity and commitment to asking questions, learning, and adapting.
• Commit to adding value to their team and to Panorama.
• Actively contribute to the enhancement of Panorama’s culture by participating in organizational and team activities such as committee volunteerism, coffee chats, and other initiatives.
• Provide required times and accurate recording of data and other information via Harvest, Salesforce, Lattice, SharePoint, and Certify.
• Contribute to opportunities for process improvement and service/practice strengthening towards evolving our platform for social change.

• A minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience working in strategic communications, or public affairs; 7 years of management responsibility – people, programs, and process.
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and external engagement working with social entrepreneurs, private companies, foundations, philanthropists, international NGOs, and government.
• Passion for using comprehensive strategic communications campaigns and tactics to address today’s biggest social and global issues.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to create compelling content for diverse audiences.
• Deep understanding of media relations and experience managing media coverage and organizational reputation.
• Expertise in digital communications and social media platforms, including strategy development and content creation.
• Exceptional ability to manage teams, serve as a leader and collaborate in a multi-faceted organization and sector.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with a proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong aptitude for forging partnership opportunities and nurturing existing ones.
• Experience overseeing production of creative content, including writing creative briefs and managing various types of content including videos, infographics, social media content, etc.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities, driving change management, and proposing new ways of achieving desired outcomes.
• Ability to embrace ambiguity and pivot to pursue new opportunities.
• Deep commitment to Panorama’s mission.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and Panorama’s values.
• Willingness and ability to travel on occasion.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; other language proficiencies welcomed.

• Flexible paid time off - no caps or accruals.       
• 15 paid holidays per year.       
• Up to 92% employer-paid monthly premiums for employee medical coverage (depending on plan selected).       
• 401(k) safe harbor plan, with employer contribution equal to 3% salary with immediate vesting.       
• Up to 16 weeks fully paid family/medical leave (eligible after 90 days of employment).       
• ... And more! Visit our Careers Page at panoramaglobal.org/careers for our full list of benefits.    

How to Apply 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and optional cover letter through our Careers Page portal. 
 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please note that our office will be on Winter Holiday from December 23rd to January 1st. During this period, our team will be fully disconnected from work to enjoying some much-deserved time off. Anticipate that candidate review and evaluation for applications submitted during this Holiday will commence once we have returned to the office. 
 

Panorama is committed to creating a diverse team and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We know that representation matters in the workplace and with our partners; to that end we are committed to a hiring process grounded in equity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, citizenship or immigration status, national origin, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, political ideology, the presence of any physical, mental, or sensory disability, age, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

Panorama complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People & Culture team at [email protected]. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Panorama participates in the federal E-Verify system. All candidates should review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters for more information. 

Final offer will be contingent on the completion of a successful background check.