Executive Director

Pennsylvania's progressive movement is at a critical juncture. Commonwealth Communications

(Comms2) is seeking a visionary Executive Director to lead one of the state's premier

progressive communications and digital organizations into its next chapter—empowering and

amplifying the voices of more than 65 partner organizations and individual storytellers, winning

major policy and electoral fights, and building the infrastructure needed to defend and advance

the public interest across Pennsylvania.

Since 2020, Comms2 has established itself as Pennsylvania's go-to communications and digital

hub, known for organizing and supporting large communicator coalitions, surround-sound media

campaigns, rapid-response capability, and strategic narrative wins that move public opinion. The

next Executive Director will build on this foundation, leading strategic direction, operations,

fundraising, and a talented team of communications professionals, creatives, and support staff.

This position also includes management of People Power Pennsylvania, an affiliated PAC.

About Commonwealth Communications

Commonwealth Communications is Pennsylvania's communications and digital hub—a

501(c)(4) nonprofit focused on strategically advancing and defending the public interest and

bringing allies together to win collective fights. We provide a center of gravity for

communications organizing, message testing, content development, paid media programs, rapid

response, and long-term narrative campaigns.

Comms2 organizes communicators around collective strategies and effective narratives to win

big fights, support and defend our neighbors, and push back against politicians and

organizations standing in the way of progress. Our work operates at the intersection of

campaigns, advocacy, and movement-building—requiring a deep understanding of electoral

politics, legislative strategy, media consumption, and public opinion dynamics. Comms2 is a

critical partner of the Pennsylvania Alliance and an affiliate of the ProgressNow network, which

includes dozens of communications hubs in other states.

Key Responsibilities

The Executive Director will not execute every responsibility personally but will oversee the

structures and staff who execute all aspects of the organization.

Strategic Leadership & Vision

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Lead the overall strategic direction of Commonwealth Communications, ensuring the

organization meets current and future communications challenges facing Pennsylvania's

progressive infrastructure

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Develop and execute innovative communications strategies that advance collective

goals across Pennsylvania's progressive ecosystem, including electoral campaigns,

issue and policy fights, and long-term narrative change, that also center the needs of

BIPOC communities, women, working-class Pennsylvanians, and other populations

Navigate Pennsylvania's competitive political landscape, understanding how

communications strategy must adapt across electoral cycles, legislative sessions, and

rapidly evolving political dynamics

Team Leadership & Organizational Management

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Manage and mentor a team of communications professionals, fostering a culture of

excellence, collaboration, and professional growth

Head a distributed leadership model that clearly communicates organizational strategy

and ownership to stakeholders.

Build and maintain high-performing teams capable of executing complex,

multi-stakeholder campaigns

Fundraising & Governance

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Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to ensure organizational

financial health and long-term sustainability

Cultivate and maintain relationships with individual donors, foundations, and institutional

funders

Oversee budget development and management for multi-million dollar operations and

campaigns

Work with support staff and legal counsel to ensure appropriate compliance protocols

across multiple entities (501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 527 activities)

Report to and collaborate effectively with the Board of Directors, and maintain

organizational integrity and ethical standards

Partnership & Coalition Building

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Develop and maintain strong relationships across Pennsylvania's progressive

infrastructure and organizing coalitions, along with national partners, including labor

unions, advocacy organizations, and communicators.

Represent Comms2 to diverse audiences, including partners, funders, elected officials,

political operatives, media, and the public.

Navigate complex coalition dynamics during high-stakes political moments, balancing

competing interests while maintaining strategic focus and effective program collaboration

and communication.

Serve as a trusted voice and strategic advisor within Pennsylvania's progressive

ecosystem, including providing guidance on campaign strategy, media strategy, and

political positioning.

2Skills and Qualifications

Required Experience and Skills

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7-10 years of progressive leadership experience in political campaigns, nonprofit

organizations, or professional communications roles

Deep political acumen: Demonstrated ability to read political dynamics, understand

electoral and legislative strategy, anticipate opposition tactics, and make strategic

decisions under pressure during high-stakes political moments

Campaign experience: Track record of success in electoral campaigns, issue advocacy

campaigns, or legislative fights—including experience with rapid response, opposition

research integration, and campaign cycle planning

Strategic communications expertise: Proven experience developing and executing

integrated and innovative communications strategies that move public opinion, influence

decision-makers, or win campaigns

Demonstrated success in fundraising for nonprofits, including building and maintaining

donor relationships and meeting revenue targets

Exceptional organizational leadership and staff management skills, with proven

experience managing, developing, and motivating seasoned teams in fast-paced,

high-pressure environments

Highly Valued Experience

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State-based or Pennsylvania political experience: Deep understanding of state-level

political landscape (PA preferred), including its unique media markets, regional political

dynamics, key constituencies, and competitive political environment

Electoral campaign leadership: Senior-level experience on winning statewide,

congressional, or coordinated campaigns, particularly in battleground/swing

environments

Media and narrative strategy: Experience developing earned media strategies,

managing relationships with reporters and editorial boards, and shaping narratives in

contested political environments

Content development and testing: Familiarity with using research, polling, best

practices, program learnings, and testing to inform strategic communications decisions

around messaging, content, and creative

Experience with innovative approaches to communications and narrative creation using

both traditional and new media, including digital organizing, paid media, and influencer

engagement, and the ability to quickly craft effective messaging and response plans

during breaking political developments

History of successful stakeholder collaboration and coalition management in complex

political environments and ability to communicate strategy, direction, and value to

diverse stakeholder groups

Lived experience that informs understanding of the communities and issues Comms2

serves

Experience managing multi-million dollar budgets, complex, multi-layered

communications programs, and multi-entity compliance, including 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4),

and 527 activities

3Position Details

Structure: This is a full-time position reporting directly to the Board of Directors.

Location: All candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to Pennsylvania. This is a hybrid

position, with most day-to-day work remote but with regular in-person demands throughout the

state (typically 1-2 days per week). Comms2 maintains shared office spaces in Philadelphia and

Harrisburg.

Travel: This position requires regular travel within Pennsylvania, particularly to Philadelphia,

Harrisburg, and Pittsburgh, with occasional national travel for conferences and partner

meetings.

Compensation and Benefits: $120,000 - $150,000, commensurate with experience; Generous

benefits package including insurance, paid time off, and retirement program.

Our Commitment to Equity

Commonwealth Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an

equitable, inclusive, and diverse organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color,

national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender

expression, disability, or veteran status.

We strongly encourage applications from people with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

We recognize that great candidates may not check every box in this job description, and we

encourage you to apply if you believe your skills and experience make you a strong fit for this

role.

Application Process

To Apply: Please submit the following materials to apply@comms2.org. Applicant submissions

are due no later than January 20, 2026, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Successful

applicants can expect at least one virtual interview and the potential for at least one additional

virtual and/or in-person interview in Pennsylvania.

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Required:

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Resume or CV and a brief explanation of your interest and qualifications for the

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2-3 professional references, including name, professional title, relationship, and

contact information. We will provide notice before contacting.

Optional: Maximum two writing or portfolio samples demonstrating your

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communications skills (press release, op-ed, strategic memo, content assets, or similar)