AssociateDirector,ExecutiveCommunications

FIXED TERM FULL-TIME VACANCY Associate Director, Executive Communications Communications Department Multiple Locations Considered Application Deadline: July 6th, 2026 Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking applicants for the position of Associate Director, Executive Communications. Reporting to the Global Communications Director, the Associate Director, Executive Communications will play a central role in elevating Human Rights Watch’s global voice and shaping the public profile of its leadership. The Associate Director will build the global profile of Human Rights Watch’s leadership through high‑impact media opportunities, speeches, op‑eds, talking points, and strategic narratives that build trust and authority on human rights, international justice, and accountability. Working closely with teams across Communications, Program, Advocacy and Development departments, the Associate Director will research and execute thought leadership opportunities across top‑tier global media, emerging platforms, and global policy forums, while also overseeing the management and growth of key social media accounts to build influence with priority audiences. This includes preparing leaders for media interviews and public appearances, developing proactive visibility plans, creating and scheduling social content, and identifying avenues to expand Human Rights Watch’s reach among decisionmakers, donors and partners, and the general public. This is a fixed term (three year), full-time position that will work closely with the Executive Director in New York and report to Global Communications Director based in London. The successful candidate will be expected to work from the New York or Washington DC office at least three days per week. Responsibilities Develop and drive an executive communications plan that positions Human Rights Watch’s Executive Director and senior leaders as authoritative voices in global human rights, international justice and governance debates. Shape and amplify the