Leads Mosaic’s external communications strategy, brand, thought leadership, stakeholder engagement, and funder-facing materials. Partners with the CEO, development, and program teams on strategic planning, internal communications, impact storytelling, grantmaking narratives, and field-building initiatives. Manages communications consultants, budgets, tools, partnerships, and Leadership Council communications while supporting organizational transparency and alignment.
About the Organization:
Mosaic is a national collaborative funder and field catalyst that boosts the collective power of climate, conservation, and environmental health and justice movements in the United States to achieve durable, population-scale wins. Directed by a Leadership Council of diverse and representative grassroots, NGO, and philanthropic leaders from across the country, Mosaic bolsters four key pillars of infrastructure necessary for transformative movements: Strong and resilient networks and coalitions rooted in trust; a deep bench of diverse, highly skilled leaders; advocacy tools and training for large-scale mobilization; and powerful, norm-shifting narratives. (See our full strategic framework here). Mosaic has committed $32M in grant funding since 2020 to support collaborative projects and coordinated resources that are strengthening alliances, driving policy wins, shifting narratives, and galvanizing large-scale action.
Impact is at the heart of Mosaic’s mission. As one of the only national collaborative funds exclusively focused on building movement infrastructure – the connections and shared resources all movements need – Mosaic is committed to building the power necessary for lasting environmental and social change. A stable climate, clean air and water, healthy communities, and thriving natural systems all hang in the balance during this critical decade. Mosaic was created in response to a collective recognition that, although the U.S. environmental movement has achieved historic victories, the pace and scale of the challenge we face demand even more. The environmental movement will only achieve climate and environmental goals with a stronger, better-connected movement that is capable of driving and sustaining meaningful change.
Position Summary:
The Director of Communications and Strategic Initiatives reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for developing and implementing Mosaic’s external communications strategy for both fundraising and programmatic outcomes in collaboration with the development and program teams. The role also supports the CEO with overarching organizational & programmatic strategic planning, and facilitates transparency and collaboration across staff teams.
Primary Responsibilities
Communications
- Develops and leads the annual communications strategy, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic plan and mission;
- Manages and strengthens the Mosaic brand, overseeing all external communication platforms to enhance visibility and engagement;
- Produces high-quality, funder- and field-facing materials, including annual reports, docket memos, proposal templates, research reports, and organizational overviews, in collaboration with program and development teams;
- Supports Mosaic’s field catalyst work through targeted thought leadership and grantee communications strategy;
- Cultivates and manages strategic partnerships with communication professionals to enhance outreach and brand positioning;
- Supervises communications consultant contracts, budgets, tools, and licenses, ensuring efficient resource management and execution.
- Collaborates with the development team in developing funder cultivation journeys, enhancing funder engagement and stewardship; and
- Supports communication with the Leadership Council, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational priorities.
Organizational Strategy
- Collaborates with the CEO to align internal communications, fostering effective cross-departmental collaboration across development, programs, and operations;
- Supports the development and execution of annual strategic planning, contributing to organizational growth and impact;
- Works with the program team to track progress and impact, integrating data and storytelling to effectively communicate outcomes to funders and partners;
- Collaborates with the program team in designing and implementing a narrative & communications grantmaking strategy, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals;
- Co-designs and manages key strategic initiatives, including anniversary events, funder convenings, special research projects, and other field-building activities;
The Ideal Candidate
You are a strategic, creative, and compelling communicator with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives that inspire action and advance organizational goals. You bring expertise in communications strategy, brand development, and stakeholder engagement, paired with a collaborative approach to strategic planning and cross-team coordination. You are a thoughtful storyteller who connects data, insights, and impact to strengthen relationships with funders, grantees, and the broader environmental field. You are adaptable, highly organized, and skilled at managing multiple priorities and partnerships while fostering transparency, alignment, and shared purpose. Above all, you are passionate about advancing Mosaic’s mission and using communications and strategic initiatives to strengthen the environmental movement and drive lasting social and environmental change.
Specific Experience Requested:
- 9+ years of experience in a support role with demonstrated track record of success; exposure to and interest in the environmental field, the philanthropic and/or nonprofit sector a plus
- Interest, comfort, and strength working in a dynamic “startup” environment
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong oral, written, and visual communications skills
- Ability to represent the organization professionally; maintaining confidentiality and handling of sensitive matters with discretion and diplomacy
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders
- Self-starter; highly motivated and resourceful team-player able to manage multiple requests and conflicting priorities under deadline in a fast-paced environment
- Strong judgment; able to think and work independently, multi-task, prioritize, and follow through to effectively manage workflow
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy, protocol, and a commitment to high quality work
- High fluency with Microsoft Office, Google Drive and proficiency using online databases; Previous Salesforce experience a plus
- Experience and comfort with Adobe Suite, Canva, various web CMSs, email platforms, and other communications tools.
- Experience and comfort with minor troubleshooting for computer, printer, smartphone, or other equipment issues; request IT service and support
- Forward-looking thinker who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions
- Passion for Mosaic’s mission
- Flexibility and sense of humor
- Prior experience working with Mosaic required.
Workplace, Compensation & Application
Workplace & Travel: All employees work from home offices with occasional travel (1-2 times per year) for all-team in-person meetings.
Compensation: Mosaic and Multiplier provide a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive salary ($165k - $185k annual salary), excellent medical and dental benefits, retirement savings, and generous vacation and sick leave policy.
Compensation: Mosaic and Multiplier provide a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive salary ($165k - $185k annual salary), 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 accepted until position is filled. We respectfully request no follow-up calls or emails.
Mosaic is an independent operating project of Multiplier, a nationally recognized nonprofit that accelerates impact for sustainability-focused initiatives.
Multiplier is 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 [email protected]. Requests for accommodations are confidential and will not impact your candidacy.
Mosaic is an independent operating project of Multiplier, a nationally recognized nonprofit that accelerates impact for sustainability-focused initiatives.
Multiplier is 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 [email protected]. Requests for accommodations are confidential and will not impact your candidacy.
About
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 celebrates 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.
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