Chief Communications Officer

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Date Posted:
November 11, 2026
Position Title:
Chief Communications Officer
Office/Company:
Democratic Majority for Israel (DMFI)
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N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-13919
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Location:
Washington, DC
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Salary:
Salary Range: $200,000 to $225,000
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Description:
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Staff reporting to this position: Communications and Development Manager; Senior Advisor At no moment in recent history has the U.S.-Israel relationship been more consequential within Democratic politics. Democratic Majority for Israel is at the center of that conversation, and we are seeking an experienced communications leader who can ensure the organization’s voice is strategic, disciplined, timely, and impactful across political, media, digital, and stakeholder audiences. The Chief Communications Officer is a member of DMFI’s senior leadership team and is responsible for leading the organization’s overall communications strategy in support of DMFI’s mission to advance the values of the Democratic Party and its pro-Israel position. The CCO oversees all external communications efforts, including media relations, rapid response, executive communications, digital strategy, messaging development, and communications operations. This role serves as a key strategic advisor to the CEO and Board Chair and operates in a fast-paced political environment that requires strong judgment, responsiveness, and leadership under pressure.
Responsibilities:
• Strategic Communications •  Lead the development and execution of integrated communications strategies that advance DMFI’s • political, advocacy, policy, fundraising, and organizational priorities. •  Establish and oversee organization-wide messaging priorities, communications workflows, and • external communications strategy. •  Protect and strengthen the DMFI brand, ensuring consistency in messaging, tone, positioning, and • visual identity across all platforms and audiences. •  Serve as a senior strategic advisor to the CEO and Board Chair on communications, political messaging, • reputational matters, and sensitive external issues. •  Oversee preparation and strategic direction for executive communications, including speeches, • remarks, talking points, briefing materials, public statements, and stakeholder messaging. •  Provide communications updates and strategic guidance to the Board of Directors as needed.
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Instructions:
To apply: Send a cover letter and résumé to [email protected]
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DMFI is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. DMFI is committed to recruiting staff that reflects our progressive values and the diversity of our country. All employment decisions are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family or parental status, age or any other status protected by law or regulation. DMFI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications outlined above. About Democratic Majority for Israel We are proud Democrats who believe a vital component of the Democratic Party’s vision and values has been the commitment to a strong U.S.-Israel relationship, rooted in shared values and common interests. Democratic Majority for Israel works to maintain and strengthen support for the U.S.-Israel alliance by providing resources to elected officials, candidates, and the public, while advocating for our progressive values as proud pro-Israel Democrats. Earn a certificate with the Council! Start your journey today.
Chief Communications Officer
HC-13919