Associate Director, Executive Communications

FIXED TERM FULL-TIME VACANCY
Associate Director, Executive Communications
Communications Department
Multiple Locations Considered
Application Deadline: July 6^th, 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