Head of Impact Communications

About the role

Current AI is building a global public‑interest AI movement and seeks a hands‑on Head of Impact Communications to create and lead a lean, high‑impact communications function. Reporting to the VP of Movement, you will shape the narrative of the movement and translate complex AI concepts into compelling public stories.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and own the overall communications strategy, brand voice and narrative framework for Current AI.
• Build the communications function from the ground up, including hiring, vendor management and editorial infrastructure.
• Define visual identity, tone of voice and brand guidelines in partnership with design teams.
• Manage an editorial calendar and coordinate proactive and reactive communications across all channels.
• Lead media relations worldwide, cultivating relationships with journalists covering technology, policy and public‑interest topics.
• Oversee major communications moments such as product launches, research releases, summit announcements and crisis communications.
• Drive thought‑leadership content including op‑eds, reports, speeches and digital assets.
• Own the digital presence – website, social media and newsletter – and tailor audience‑specific strategies.
• Support fundraising and partner communications by creating decks, impact reports and case studies.

Required profile

• 7+ years of experience in communications, brand or storytelling roles within mission‑driven, technology or international organisations.
• Proven ability to design and execute communications strategies that shift narratives and build movements.
• Strong media‑relations network across technology, policy and international‑affairs beats.
• Exceptional English writing skills for op‑eds, speeches, social content and press releases.
• Experience managing external communications agencies and overseeing brand identity.
• Comfort operating in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments with governments, foundations and technologists.
• Collaborative, cross‑functional working style with programme, policy and partnership teams.