Senior Communications Director

About the role

The Senior Communications Director is a newly created senior leadership position within Oceana Europe. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the role shapes and executes an integrated communications and marketing strategy that strengthens the brand, expands public support, and drives policy and fundraising outcomes across European markets.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of a Europe‑wide communications and marketing strategy, ensuring brand consistency and alignment with campaign priorities.
• Craft evidence‑based narratives and high‑impact messaging to influence decision‑makers and support funding growth.
• Partner with campaign, science, policy, fundraising and executive teams to design communications plans that position Oceana as a trusted voice on ocean conservation.
• Manage a team of seven communications professionals and oversee media relations, digital communications, brand management, content development, public affairs messaging and strategic marketing initiatives.
• Provide leadership during high‑profile campaign moments and crisis communications, ensuring clear and consistent messaging across all channels.
• Support organisational development by enhancing donor visibility, strengthening partnerships and identifying opportunities to expand Oceana’s reach.

Required profile

• Extensive experience managing communications in an international NGO, advocacy or mission‑driven environment.
• Strong strategic judgment and the ability to set vision while being hands‑on in a fast‑paced setting.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and team‑building skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly within Europe and occasional inter‑continental trips.

Required skills