WHO WE ARE
ActBlue is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating cutting-edge technology that fuels Democratic victories and enables progressive causes to thrive.
Our vision is simple: building change through the power of people. Since our founding, we've been building innovative solutions to revolutionize grassroots fundraising – if you've donated to a Democratic campaign or a progressive organization online, you've probably used our platform! We believe in putting power in the hands of small-dollar donors by helping thousands of groups — from local candidates to national movements — mobilize their communities and create a lasting impact. Every member of our team is deeply committed to advancing our shared mission and core values. Together, we are shaping the future of democracy.
THE OPPORTUNITY
ActBlue seeks a Principal, Internal Communications to own the strategy and execution of comprehensive internal communications for our organization of 300 distributed employees. This role is the senior-most internal communications expert at ActBlue, responsible for setting the strategic direction of the function, building the frameworks and systems that enable consistent communications across the organization, and leading execution across all channels and high-stakes moments.
This position requires exceptional strategic judgment, deep systems-level thinking, and the ability to operate with full autonomy. You will serve as the top-level internal communications advisor to ELT members and senior leaders, providing counsel on sensitive organizational matters, rapid-response situations, and the full range of moments that shape employees' experience at ActBlue. You move fluidly from strategy to execution and are recognized across the organization as the definitive expert on internal communications.
This role requires executive presence and the ability to independently prioritize large and complex work, managing stakeholder relationships across 15+ partners, including C-suite executives, department heads, ERG leaders, and cross-functional teams. You will understand how communications systematically impacts employee engagement, organizational culture, and business effectiveness, and translate that understanding into measurable outcomes.
You will report directly to the VP of Brand & External Affairs and work in close partnership with People & Culture, the Chief of Staff, and additional executives, department heads, and leaders across ActBlue.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Own ActBlue's comprehensive internal communications strategy — defining KPIs, goals, benchmarks, and success metrics for the function, and driving accountability against them
- Lead both strategic direction and hands-on production, setting the framework for organizational communications while personally executing high-impact content including executive messages, all-staff meeting materials, and the internal newsletter
- Own production and strategic direction of ActBlue's internal newsletter, including content strategy, editorial calendar, and channel standards that engage, inform, and inspire staff while advancing organizational objectives
- Define and maintain standards for all internal communication channels (Slack, email, Confluence), including editorial calendars, style guidelines, and quality benchmarks
- Lead content development and set the strategic direction for quarterly virtual All-Staff Meetings (200+ attendees), independently translating organizational objectives into compelling programming that drives employee engagement
- Partner closely with People & Culture to support change management communications and employee experience goals, ensuring organizational changes are communicated effectively across the workforce
- Own 25% of content creation for annual in-person All-Staff Retreats, producing programming that strengthens organizational culture and connection across the distributed workforce
- Prepare and counsel Executive Leadership Team members directly for internal communications events and high-stakes situations, providing strategic guidance and proactively identifying issues before they escalate
- Serve as the top-level escalation point and subject matter expert on internal communications for all staff, managers, and leaders — and as a key thought partner for senior leaders and the executive team
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all communications, working closely with DEI leadership to ensure inclusive messaging, authentic representation of lived experiences, and accessibility considerations for remote and distributed staff across all demographics
- Receive advance, confidential briefings on contemplated organizational changes, restructurings, and workforce actions prior to union notice, including the underlying business rationale and labor strategy, in order to develop communications sequencing that protects bargaining leverage and legal notice timelines
- Define and drive communication effectiveness metrics, using data to continuously refine strategy and demonstrate the impact of the internal communications function to leadership
WHAT YOU BRING
- 10+ years of progressive communications experience with demonstrated success owning and driving strategy for large-scale internal communication programs in organizations of 150+ employees, preferably in nonprofit, advocacy, and/or technology organizations; dedicated internal communications experience is required
- Proven track record of serving as a senior advisor to Executive-level leaders, independently leading communications strategy and providing counsel on sensitive, high-stakes organizational matters with excellent judgment and discretion
- Demonstrated ability to independently define goals, benchmarks, and success metrics for a communications function, and to hold the organization accountable to them
- Systems-level mastery of how communications impacts employee engagement, organizational culture, and business effectiveness, with the ability to translate that into strategy, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes
- Exceptional writing and content development skills with a portfolio demonstrating ability to craft compelling, strategic communications for diverse audiences and sensitive organizational topics
- Proven success operating with full autonomy, independently prioritizing large and complex work and proactively identifying and addressing issues before they escalate
- Executive presence and high judgment; ability to navigate any setting with senior leaders, including the executive team, and deliver strategic value during high-stakes communications situations requiring discretion and political acumen
- Cultural competency and demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in communication practices, with experience creating inclusive content that authentically represents diverse lived experiences and perspectives
- Ability to work effectively across multiple time zones and collaborate with distributed teams
WORK & BENEFITS SNAPSHOT
This posting is for a full-time, remote, salaried position. Travel may be required on a limited basis to attend all-staff and departmental retreats (1-2 times per year). Additional travel may be required for select positions.
Registered States*:
Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and Washington D.C.
- While ActBlue is currently registered to support remote work in the states listed above, we possess the ability to register in additional states as needed. If you are located in a state not listed, we may still be able to proceed with your application, but please note that the offer process may take longer to accommodate registration requirements.
Work Schedule:
This role requires availability during established, regular business hours (Mon-Fri).
Work Environment:
Employees can expect to work with distributed teams across all U.S. time zones. Our roles require extended technology usage and proficiency with virtual communication tools such as Zoom and Slack. Regular attendance at virtual meetings is required for every position.
Salary Range Details:
Salary Range: $144,000 - $180,000- $216,000
ActBlue is committed to consistent compensation practices across our organization. Final salary offers will take into account factors such as candidate experience, interview performance and current team salary parity.
Benefits:
- Flexible work schedules and an unlimited time-off policy
- Fully paid and trans-inclusive health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families; plus fully-paid health reimbursement arrangement to use for out of pocket expenses and fully-paid short- and long-term disability
- Fully paid basic and AD&D life insurance and a voluntary supplemental life insurance option
- Dependent and health care flexible spending account options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefits for employees
- Automatic 2% Employer-paid 401K contribution, plus up to an additional 6% match on employee contributions
- A minimum of three months paid medical, family and parental leave (for all new parents, adoptions included)
- Commuter or home-office benefits, including a $1,000 home-office setup allowance for all new full-time remote employees
- Additional perks including quarterly snack deliveries and digital subscriptions to the Boston Globe & New York Times
ActBlue is unable to sponsor work visas at this time.
UNION INFORMATION
This position is excluded from any bargaining unit as a confidential employee.
BACKGROUND CHECKS
As part of our hiring process, ActBlue will conduct a background check at the time of offer. This will be completed in compliance with applicable laws and will not be initiated without your consent.
INCLUSION STATEMENT FROM ACTBLUE
ActBlue is committed to equal employment opportunities and fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace. We celebrate unique perspectives, honor the dignity of all individuals, and recognize that diverse backgrounds and identities strengthen our mission.
If you're passionate about our work and see yourself in this role, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every requirement.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. To request an accommodation, email [email protected].
- ActBlue will never ask candidates to buy equipment, nor will we email from anything other than an actblue.com or actbluetech.com email address.
