Communications Officer

Gordon and Betty Moore established the foundation to create positive outcomes for future generations. Guided by this vision and the Statement of Founders' Intent, the foundation fosters path-breaking environmental conservation, scientific discovery, and preservation of the special character of the San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to make significant and durable impacts on the world. Together, we work to honor the vision of our founders and serve as stewards of the resources they have entrusted to us. We establish specific strategies based on advice from experts, identify partners who share our goals and measure results along the way. We build relationships and fund work in areas where we hope to make significant impacts; and we know that working together expands our ability to drive meaningful change. We believe there can be no lasting change for the good if that change is not just and widely shared. Comprehending and incorporating values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in pursuing goals and refining strategies is vital to achieving our desired outcomes. These values weave through what we do and shape how we operate. The Opportunity We are seeking an an experienced communications professional to oversee communications internally and externally, as needed, in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment. In this newly created role, the Communication Officer will lead by influence and function as  a  strategic communications  partner to  a  variety  of constituencies  with  a  focus on internal audiences, executive and board communications, content creation, and programmatic support. He/she will collaborate across the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation to promote and protect the foundation's brand and help advance grantmaking objectives to enable greater impact for the work of its philanthropic initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and a curious and agile relationship builder who is able to be both strategic and tactical.
What you will do: Manage the day-to-day operations of internal communications with the ability to drive flawless execution. Support external communications and program-related work as needed. Develop and guide strategic content development to help achieve foundation and grantmaking objectives. Contribute strategic communication support to the President, the board, and the senior management team, including preparing talking points, letters, presentations, and other key communications to represent the organization effectively. Oversee the quarterly board book production process, including quality control of content and printing. Consult on supplemental communications to the Board of Trustees. Establish credibility with team members, internal clients, and when appropriate, grantees to gain an understanding of substantive priorities and translate those priorities into communications vehicles. Build relationships across the organization and provide insightful feedback to leadership, management and the communications team on communication issues, opportunities, and ways to improve engagement on strategic priorities. Identify methods to ensure the foundation's work effectively connects with its target audiences and execute accordingly. Collaborate on the planning, execution, and alignment of internal and external meetings and events. What you bring with you: Qualifications and Competencies Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience in communications. Experience in the philanthropic, nonprofit or academic environment is a plus. Mission-driven mindset. Proven ability to convey information and ideas through excellent, high-quality verbal and written communications to individuals or groups at all levels of an organization. Committed to building relationships and capable of influencing without authority. Strong writing and content development skills, especially internal facing. Demonstrated ability to manage internal client relationships, including at the executive level. Ability to think strategically and lead tactically with an entrepreneurial spirit. Superior editorial and interpersonal skills with a broad range of communications and project management experience. Experience developing and deploying various communications strategies on behalf of a senior leadership team. Ability to navigate ambiguity with grace and commitment to excellence, in both strategy and execution. Flexible, collaborative, and proactive; a leader who can positively and productively impact those around them. High EQ, sound judgment, and a self-starter capable of working without direct supervision. Curiosity; willingness and comfort with asking questions. Attributes The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following attributes that describe how we at the foundation strive to do our work with each other and our partners. Committed to Excellence Passionate Collegial Open and Honest Humble and Self-Aware Compensation and Benefits The Moore Foundation provides a generous total compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support your life, health, and well-being. The expected salary range for this position is between $185,000 and $235,000 per year. Our job titles and salary ranges may span more than one career level, and the salary offered to a candidate will be determined based on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, job-related knowledge and skill set, depth of experience, certifications and/or degrees, and our practice of upholding salary equity within the foundation. Our health benefits include employer-paid options for medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents; a mental wellness program; paid parental leave; employer-paid disability and life insurance benefits; and pre-tax flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses. Other benefits include six weeks of paid time off per year and ten paid holidays; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a foundation contribution of up to 10% and a Roth 401(k) option; a matching gifts program for qualifying charitable contributions; hybrid work arrangements and a home office stipend; and a commuter benefits program. To support you in achieving your career goals, the foundation offers a professional development program to all benefits-eligible employees that includes an annual financial benefit of $5,000 and paid time off to participate in educational programs. Work Arrangements/Location This position is based at the foundation's main office in Palo Alto, CA. Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area. Under the foundation's residency policy and hybrid work arrangements, employees must reside within a reasonable driving distance of the foundation's Palo Alto office and work onsite a minimum of four days a month, the weeks of May and November board meetings, and on periodic occasions throughout the year when foundation business needs require. A fully remote work option will not be considered for this role.  Candidates must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States.  To Apply Heyman Associates has been retained to conduct this search.  Interested and qualified candidates should apply by emailing a resume and substantive cover letter to Emma Hickerson ******** .  All correspondence will remain confidential. The Moore Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes a diverse pool of applicants. We depend on individuals who possess varied skills, perspectives and expertise. We seek to recognize many forms of excellence in candidates, attract individuals with varied identities and backgrounds and enable all employees to feel they belong and can contribute to the mission of the Moore Foundation. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or on any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We also do not discriminate based on the perception that anyone has any of these characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of these characteristics. The foundation is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its programs and operations. As part of this commitment, the foundation will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact ******** .  A request for accommodation will be responded to within three business days. However, non-disability related requests, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the ordinance.