Monday, July 8, 2019

OK Policy hiring a new Director of Communications

Oklahoma Policy Institute is now accepting applications for an experienced and effective Communications Director to replace Gene Perry, who has left OK Policy after more than 8 years with the organization to take a position as manager of government relations for the Cherokee Nation. In addition to serving as Director of Communications and Strategy, Gene has been KIDS COUNT coordinator, a role that will be assumed by Education Policy Analyst Rebecca Fine.

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Our new Communications Director will have primary responsibility for developing and implementing an integrated, organization-wide strategic communications plan that helps to shape policy debates and broaden awareness of OK Policy's mission, work, and policy solutions to key audiences. Their day-to-day work will include creating or overseeing the editorial direction, design production, and distribution of all printed and branded materials; serving as lead point person on media interactions, and supervising the work of communications staff.

The ideal candidate will be a proven strong writer and editor with at least five years of professional experience in communications, journalism, public relations or a related field and experience in a supervisory capacity. We are looking for a demonstrated ability to communicate and build relationships with racially- and ethnically-diverse audiences. Familiarity with Oklahoma legislative process and public policy is desirable, as are strong technical skills including data manipulation, graphics, website maintenance, and experience with WordPress.

The position will be based in Tulsa. The deadline to apply is Friday, July 26th.

For the full job description and to apply, click here.

OK Policy is a Tulsa-based think-tank that works to advance fiscal responsibility and expanded opportunity for all Oklahomans through non-partisan research, analysis, and advocacy.

OK Policy is committed to building a more diverse and inclusive organization to fully represent and engage all Oklahomans. Recruiting staff that reflects the diversity of perspectives and experiences of Oklahoma is a priority. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse communities, constituencies, and identities, including but not limited to: people of all ethnic/racial backgrounds, people of all gender identities/gender expressions, people with disabilities, low-income and LGBTQ persons.

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