Director of External Affairs - Kent, WA
Columbia Distributing
Woodmont Beach, WA
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Director of External Affairs
#26-458
Multiple Locations
Working Locations
Kent
,
Washington
,
United States
Wilsonville
,
Oregon
,
United States
Pay Range
$115,000.00 - $135,000.00/yr
Job Details
**Summary**
The Director of External Affairs will serve as a strategic partner to the Vice President of External Affairs & Communications, helping to shape and support Columbia Distributing's engagement and communications strategy.
The role is primarily focused on leading strategic communications, digital and social media, and stakeholder engagement efforts that support the company's business objectives and public affairs priorities.
The Director will serve as an important bridge between the company and key stakeholders, including teammates, media, community organizations, suppliers, retail partners, industry associations, and policymakers.
This position can be based out of Kent, WA or Wilsonville, OR.
**Primary Responsibilities**
*Strategic Communications & Messaging*
Support the development and communication of Columbia's community impact and charitable initiatives.
Pa
Director of External Affairs
#26-458
Multiple Locations
Working Locations
Kent
,
Washington
,
United States
Wilsonville
,
Oregon
,
United States
Pay Range
$115,000.00 - $135,000.00/yr
Job Details
**Summary**
The Director of External Affairs will serve as a strategic partner to the Vice President of External Affairs & Communications, helping to shape and support Columbia Distributing's engagement and communications strategy.
The role is primarily focused on leading strategic communications, digital and social media, and stakeholder engagement efforts that support the company's business objectives and public affairs priorities.
The Director will serve as an important bridge between the company and key stakeholders, including teammates, media, community organizations, suppliers, retail partners, industry associations, and policymakers.
This position can be based out of Kent, WA or Wilsonville, OR.
**Primary Responsibilities**
*Strategic Communications & Messaging*
- Lead the development and execution of integrated communications strategies that support Columbia's strategic priorities.
- Partner closely with the VP of External Affairs & Communications to align messaging with policy, corporate, and leadership priorities.
- Develop clear, compelling narratives that translate complex industry, policy, and business topics into accessible messaging.
- Oversee creation of executive communications, including talking points, presentations, and key messaging for internal and external use.
- Ensure consistency of voice and messaging across all communications channels.
- Coordinate Columbia's digital and social media strategy, including content planning, platform management, and performance optimization.
- Develop and execute digital campaigns that support corporate storytelling, engagement, and public affairs priorities.
- Establish and maintain a consistent brand voice aligned with company values and priorities across digital platforms.
- Monitor digital performance and recommend data-driven improvements to increase reach and engagement.
- Develop and execute engagement strategies that strengthen and support relationships with teammates, suppliers, retail partners, industry associations, policymakers, and community leaders.
- Support internal communications initiatives that connect teammates to company strategy and priorities.
- Identify opportunities to elevate Columbia's presence through events, partnerships, and advocacy.
- Represent the company in external engagements as appropriate.
- Support the VP of External Affairs & Communications in advancing government affairs and public policy priorities through strategic communications and engagement.
- Assist in analyzing and translating policy developments into clear communications for internal and external audiences.
- Help support and coordinate advocacy communications, issue management, and stakeholder engagement and outreach efforts.
Support the development and communication of Columbia's community impact and charitable initiatives.
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Seniority level
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Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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