Communications Senior Associate - Connected Grid Initiative

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

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

CGI’s theory of change focuses on overcoming critical barriers to transmission development by supporting transmission advocates at the federal level and across all regions of the country to accelerate transmission planning, paying, permitting and development. In less than 3 years since CGI’s inception, CGI has built a substantial grantee network consisting of over 80 partners including both national and local organizations with varying specializations. CGI is supported by more than a dozen key philanthropies and individuals with a shared mission: to unlock U.S. electric transmission solutions and expand grid capacity for the benefit of all Americans.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Communications Senior Associate will strengthen the communications capacity, cohesion, and external visibility of CGI’s grantee ecosystem, funder relations, and broader network strategy. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive communications framework that spans grantee ecosystem messaging, stakeholder outreach, funder collateral, and internal/external content platforms — including working group convenings, an online information sharing Hub, a network speakers bureau, messaging templates, and coordinated earned media efforts. In close partnership with CGI’s program team, grantees, and funders — and reporting to the Director of Operations — the Senior Associate ensures consistent messaging, coordinated storytelling, and timely dissemination of information across campaigns, regions, and stakeholders. They also lead measurement and tracking of the network’s communications footprint, manage brand assets and vendor relationships, and oversee materials (print, video, digital) to ensure brand coherence and communication effectiveness.

The Communications Senior Associate serves as a key integrator across internal stakeholders and external partners, enabling more strategic storytelling, greater network alignment, and enhanced visibility of CGI’s work advancing transmission buildout across the US. Note, CGI does not have or desire a strong public brand itself, and thus the Communications Senior Associate role will primarily work through and support CGI’s grantees.

Key Responsibilities

• Grantee Ecosystem Communications
  • In partnership with grantee communicators, develop and implement a coordinated communications strategy for the CGI network across priority regions or campaigns
  • Serve as the go-to communications resource for grantees — facilitating information sharing across the network and ensuring alignment around messaging, messenger, and timing
  • Oversee strategy and prioritization of information available to grantees on CGI’s information hub platform — identify gaps in data or resources, and work with CGI Program Officers and grantees to develop needed content or tools
  • Lead and coordinate a biweekly Communicators Working Group Zoom meeting with approximately 70 stakeholder attendees
  • Lead and coordinate a monthly Transmission Taskforce Zoom meeting, including identifying and preparing speakers, communications with attendees, and ensuring inclusivity and participation of all relevant grantees and funders
  • Monitor and track grantee external communications — flag and circulate relevant news and developments; develop and track metrics to measure the CGI network’s media footprint and overall communications impact
  • Develop and maintain shared communications resources and collateral
  • Build and maintain a deep understanding of key industry journalists and outlets relevant to the ecosystem
• Communications Strategy & Storytelling
  • Identify opportunities for grantee storytelling campaigns and strategic communications initiatives
  • Ensure alignment across the ecosystem on key transmission messaging
  • Participate in non-transmission communications efforts, ensuring transmission related work is integrated and showcased as appropriate
  • Establish and manage a network speaker’s bureau and/or rapid response communications team
  • Develop and maintain funder-facing materials — e.g. one-pagers, collateral in InDesign or Microsoft Office, quarterly newsletter development, rapidly responding to funder requests

The Ideal Candidate

You bring clarity, creativity, organization, and purpose to complex communications ecosystems. You enjoy shaping narrative strategy and coordinating across a diverse network — from grantees to funders — to help teams tell compelling, aligned stories. You communicate with ease—writing clearly, listening actively, and translating across audiences with varying levels of technical or subject matter fluency. You are organized, proactive, and attentive to detail while staying flexible, thoughtful, and responsive in a fast-moving environment. You work collaboratively and take ownership of projects, thriving when building structures (media lists, speaker bureaus, tracking/reporting systems) that help the network share information consistently and strategically. You are motivated by supporting others and driving accountability — helping partners, grantees, and internal teams succeed — and by elevating the organization’s collective impact through thoughtful, coordinated communications.

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE REQUESTED:

We recognize that each applicant for this role will bring unique skills, knowledge, experiences, and background to this position, lending his/her/their flair to the trajectory of the Communications Senior Associate role. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives in our applicant pool, and will be looking for candidates who possess many, but not necessarily all, of the following qualifications and experience:

• 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 (newsletters, op-eds, talking points, web copy, social media or blog content) 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 effectives strategies for pitching stories and earning media placement
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, campaigns, and deadlines simultaneously — strong project management, organization, and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with digital communications tools and platforms — content management systems (e.g. website CMS), email marketing or listserv tools, social media platforms, and basic digital or multimedia content production (copywriting, basic design or layout, possibly multimedia).
• Comfort working collaboratively across teams, partners, and external stakeholders — including grantees, funders, program staff — to align messaging and coordinate communications efforts.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and comfort working in a dynamic environment — able to respond to emerging opportunities (e.g. rapid media outreach, messaging needs), adjust priorities, and adapt communications accordingly alongside colleagues and partners.
• Strong ethical judgment, discretion, and commitment to consistency and brand integrity — capable of representing the organization and managing sensitive communications with care.

Workplace, Compensation & Application

• Workplace & Travel: This is a fully remote role. All team members work from home offices and are typically travel quarterly for in-person team meetings, conferences, and industry events.
• Compensation: Multiplier provides a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive salary ($80,000-95,000 annual salary; final offer and title will depend on experience and qualifications), excellent medical and dental benefits, retirement savings, and generous vacation and sick leave policy.
• How to Apply: To apply, please visit our Applicant Portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a deadline of January 11. We encourage early submission. Please include a cover letter in your application materials describing your relevant experience and qualifications. We respectfully request no follow-up calls or emails.

Multiplier and Connected Grid Initiative are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable, and accessible application process for all candidates. We recognize that the traditional hiring process can create barriers. If we can support your participation in the job application or interview process by providing specific assistance or accommodation, please reach out to accommodations@multiplier.org. Requests for accommodations are confidential and will not impact your candidacy.

About Multiplier

Multiplier accelerates impact for innovative projects focused on protecting and fostering a healthy, sustainable, resilient and equitable world. At Multiplier, program teams can turn game-changing ideas into planet-saving impact, and they can do it faster and better than they otherwise could.

Multiplier and Connected Grid Initiative celebrate diversity and is committed to building teams and partnerships that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Multiplier is also committed to providing an environment of mutual respect that is free from discrimination and harassment. Multiplier prohibits discrimination in its governance, programs, and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, because all or part of an individual’s income is derived from public assistance, or for any other factor that is not based on merit.