Communications Director

Position: Communications Director

Reports to: President, The Nexus Project

Start Date: Immediately

Status: Full Time, Exempt

Location: United States, Remote

About The Nexus Project

The Nexus Project combats antisemitism while protecting democratic values by providing nuanced frameworks for understanding when criticism of Israel crosses into antisemitism, opposing the weaponization of antisemitism accusations for political purposes, and building coalitions across Jewish and non-Jewish communities committed to fighting all forms of hatred. The Nexus Project engages scholars, community leaders and policy makers to help counter antisemitism with a focus on bringing communities together and preventing the conflation of charges of antisemitism and criticism of Israel from being used to divide communities.

The Nexus Project is seeking to expand its senior leadership team by hiring an experienced Communications Director. This individual will help to shape, amplify, and operationalize Nexus’s voice across a complex and rapidly evolving political landscape.

Position Summary

The Communications Director will serve as the organization’s chief storyteller, strategist, and message architect. This leader will develop and execute an integrated communications strategy that translates Nexus’s research, advocacy, and policy expertise into compelling narratives for policymakers, media, funders, Jewish communal partners, and the broader public. The Communications Director will report to the President/National Director and work closely with the Vice President for Government Relations, Vice President of Philanthropy, broader team of external partners and consultants to ensure that Nexus’s message is clear, consistent, and influential.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with exceptional political instincts, a sophisticated understanding of issues related to antisemitism and Israel, and a passion for strengthening democratic norms and cross-community coalitions.

Responsibilities

Communications Strategy & Leadership:

• Develop and manage a comprehensive organizational communications strategy—including message development, narrative framing, content planning, and brand positioning—to advance Nexus’s mission and deepen its impact.
• Serve as the primary architect and guardian of Nexus’s core messaging, ensuring clarity, nuance, and consistency across all external channels.
• Maintain and manage a high-performing communications function, including staff, consultants, and content contributors.

Digital Media

• Manage proactive and rapid-response communications, including the development of press statements, op-eds, talking points, research summaries, and digital content.
• Oversee message discipline and alignment across all organizational outputs, including policy publications, coalition statements, and educational materials.
• Oversee digital presence and online engagement, including website content, newsletters, social media strategy, and multimedia storytelling.
• Identify emerging narratives, misinformation trends, and public discourse patterns relevant to Nexus’s mission, advising leadership on opportunities for intervention.

Cross-Organizational Collaboration

• Work closely with the Vice President of Philanthropy to craft compelling donor-facing materials, impact narratives, and campaign messaging.
• Collaborate with researchers, scholars, and policy experts to distill academic work into accessible, high-impact communications products.
• Partner with the Government Relations team to ensure synchronized communication approaches in congressional education, coalition work, and executive branch engagement.
• Ensure all communications reflect Nexus’s core values: intellectual rigor, political nuance, and coalition-based leadership.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of communications, public affairs, political messaging, or related experience, preferably in a policy, advocacy, or political environment.
• Deep fluency in issues related to antisemitism, Israel, discrimination policy, and democratic norms, with proven ability to communicate nuance in politically charged contexts.
• Demonstrated success in leading communications strategy within a fast-paced, mission-driven organization.
• Exceptional writing and editing abilities, with experience drafting rapid-response materials, strategic briefs, and long-form content.
• Strong media instincts and experience cultivating press relationships in political, advocacy, or Jewish communal spaces.
• Ability to translate academic or technical content into accessible, compelling messaging for diverse audiences.
• Proven capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a high level of precision and attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally and support a coordinated organizational strategy.
• High comfort operating under tight deadlines and navigating sensitive issues requiring discretion and sound judgment.
• Familiarity with communications technology, digital engagement tools, and data-informed content strategy.
• Ability to work evenings or on weekends based on need.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range is $110,000 - $120,000, commensurate with experience. The Nexus Project is fiscally sponsored by the New Israel Fund (NIF). All staff are employees of NIF and receive a comprehensive benefits package through NIF, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.

Physical Requirements

There are no extraordinary physical requirements for the performance of the essential functions of this position. Nexus will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

To Apply

We are excited to receive applications from a broad range of applicants as we grow our organization to better reflect the diversity of the communities who care about our mission. Please submit the items listed below to mindy@nexusproject.us :

1. Cover Letter that explains why you are interested and qualified
2. Resume
3. List of Three References

This position is available ASAP. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Nexus Project, we value an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to understanding and valuing each other’s perspectives at all levels of the organization thereby creating a culture that allows us to better serve our employees, and the communities we work with. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one’s employment and fellowship, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.

The Nexus Project is fiscally sponsored by the New Israel Fund (NIF). All staff are employees of NIF and receive a comprehensive benefits package through NIF, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.