Strategic Communications Partner, OpenGov

• This position is ideal for someone who excels in a fast-paced environment
• Thinking quickly, managing multiple parallel projects, and the ability to understand and communicate technical and complex topics are table stakes
• The right candidate can lead with influence and is comfortable working closely with the highest levels of leadership in the company
• Bachelor’s degree
• Extremely exceptional writing, editorial, and content development skills
• The ability to execute in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
• A direct, honest, and transparent communication style
• The ability to align communications with company strategy
• High levels of integrity and confidentiality
• 2+ years of experience supporting highly-visible public figures

Desirable

• We’re seeking a powerfully intelligent, execution-focused Strategic Communications Partner to work directly with our CEO and Co-founder, Zac Bookman
• You are an incredible writer who will sit at the heart of our organization’s voice and narrative, driving internal and external communications that shape how we show up inside the company and out in the world
• You will be an integral partner in advancing our mission to power more effective and accountable government
• You’ll work on materials that reach 2000 governments across America and touch one third of Americans every day
• You’ll help craft compelling stories for our stakeholders (employees, prospective employees, customers, prospects, investors), shape cultural materials, and act as a critical thought partner to the CEO across executive communications, media engagement, podcasts, speeches, essays, and thought leadership
• This is a unique opportunity to operate at the intersection of strategy, storytelling, and brand, amplifying the CEO’s voice and advancing our mission with authenticity and clarity
• You’ll be in the room where the most strategic decisions are made, and your work will directly influence how we connect with the world and ourselves
• Write essays and memos that inspire action
• Develop speeches, talking points, and op-eds for the CEO
• Shape narratives and prepare the CEO for keynote events, high-stakes interviews, panels, podcasts, and media appearances
• Ensure consistency of tone and messaging across all CEO-directed content
• Create internal communications materials that articulate our values, strategy, and cultural vision
• Partner closely with other teams to develop onboarding materials, all-hands content, and internal storytelling
• Coordinate with our Marketing team to identify, align on, and execute against narrative opportunities and strategic positioning moments
• Act as a strategic filter—translating complex information into clear, compelling insight
• Work closely with the Chief of Staff and executive team to align communications with company priorities