Date Posted:
April 29, 2026
Position Title:
Vice President, Crisis Communications and PR
Office/Company:
National Geographic Society (NGS)
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-05625
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$247,000.00 – $260,000.00
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Protect brand reputation by leading communication strategies during—and in preparation for—high-risk situations, serving as a spokesperson, and guiding executive leadership.Strategic Leadership & Advisory, Crisis & Issues Management, Reputation & Media Relations, Team Leadership15+ years of progressive leadership in PR, corporate affairs, or crisis management, 7+ years of management experience, experience in high-profile, global, brand-sensitive environments
Responsibilities:
• Serve as the primary strategic advisor to the C-suite on public perception, risk mitigation, and executive positioning, with direct interaction with the CEO and CLO.
• Develop and lead comprehensive, society-wide communications strategies aligned with long-term growth and operational priorities.
• Lead the command center during critical incidents, managing real-time communication across multiple channels to address misinformation or emerging threats.
• Build and maintain relationships with key journalists, industry influencers, and international media outlets to secure high-quality press coverage.
• Lead external positioning and messaging strategies, including drafting talking points, speeches, press releases, and blog posts.
• Create and lead media training sessions for National Geographic spokespeople, including executives and Explorers.
Qualifications:
• Proven track record supporting C-suite executives and business units with coordinated communications.
• Strong experience working with media across traditional, digital, and social platforms.
• Excellent news judgment, media relations, and crisis communications skills.
• Ability to craft compelling narratives and communicate impact effectively.
• Strong understanding of the evolving media landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Instructions:
Email to apply
Other:
The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package.
