Communications Senior Associate - Connected Grid Initiative

• Design, implement, and manage a comprehensive communications framework spanning grantee ecosystem messaging, stakeholder outreach, funder collateral, and internal/external content platforms
• Strengthen communications capacity, cohesion, and external visibility of CGI's grantee ecosystem, funder relations, and broader network strategy
• Lead measurement and tracking of the network's communications footprint, manage brand assets and vendor relationships, and oversee materials to ensure brand coherence and communication effectiveness
• Serve as a key integrator across internal stakeholders and external partners, enabling more strategic storytelling, greater network alignment, and enhanced visibility of CGI's work

This role advances electric transmission solutions to unlock U.S. grid capacity and enable the deployment of clean power at scale, creating a stronger, more reliable, and more affordable grid for all Americans.

• 5+ years of professional experience in communications, public relations, media relations, advocacy, storytelling, or networkwide communications — preferably in an energy, nonprofit, philanthropy, and/or grantmaking context
• Demonstrated track record of planning and executing communications strategies, including earned media campaigns, and coordinated storytelling across grantees
• Strong writing, editing, and content development skills tailored to a variety of audiences
• Experience and awareness with external media, journalists, or media outlets — deep understanding of reporter/outlets relationship management, as well as effective strategies for pitching stories and earning media placement

Competitive salary ($80,000-95,000 annual salary), excellent medical and dental benefits, retirement savings, generous vacation and sick leave policy, and a fully remote workplace with quarterly travel for in-person meetings and events.

The Connected Grid Initiative (CGI) is a multi-funder collaborative and field catalyst working to advance electric transmission solutions for the future by unlocking U.S. grid capacity and enabling the deployment of clean power at scale for a stronger, more reliable, and more affordable grid for all Americans.