Policy Communications Manager

OpenaiOpenai·Remote(Washington, DC)
Marketing

WFA Digital Insight

As the demand for tech policy specialists surges, with a 25% growth in 2025, Openai's Policy Communications Manager role stands out. This position requires a unique blend of strategic communications, policy expertise, and passion for AI. With Openai's commitment to ensuring AI benefits humanity, this role is perfect for those who want to make a meaningful impact. Candidates should be prepared to navigate complex policy issues and have a strong background in communications and media relations. Before applying, consider what you can bring to the table in terms of driving media campaigns and building relationships with stakeholders.

Job Description

About the Role

The Policy Communications Manager role at Openai is a critical position that drives external communications on various AI policy areas, including national security issues, partnerships with governments, cybersecurity, and science. This role is part of a high-impact team that supports Openai's mission to develop Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) that benefits all of humanity. The ideal candidate will have a strong mix of strategic and tactical communications ownership, with the ability to move fast and collaboratively on complex issues in a changing environment.

As a Policy Communications Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing communication plans that educate the press, policymakers, and the general public about Openai's technology, efforts, and principles. You will also forge deep relationships with media and manage inbound requests on a range of issues. This role requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams, including global affairs, legal, product, and other teams at Openai.

What You Will Do

  • Develop and execute communication plans, including strategies for educating press, policymakers, and the general public
  • Forge deep relationships with media and manage inbound requests on a range of issues
  • Partner cross-functionally with global affairs, legal, product, and other teams at Openai
  • Provide counsel and support to team members across the organization
  • Anticipate comms risks and establish risk mitigation strategies
  • Drive media campaigns in support of policy priorities and issues
  • Build relationships with press, executives, partners, and other stakeholders
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in AI policy and technology
  • Collaborate with the global affairs team to drive external communications that broadly educate on Openai's technology, efforts, and principles
  • Support the development of communications materials, including press releases, media kits, and other content

What We Are Looking For

  • 10+ years of professional communications and media relations experience
  • Strong track record of driving media campaigns in support of policy priorities and issues
  • Background in technology communications and knowledge of AI
  • Proven success in building relationships and collaborating with press, executives, partners, and other stakeholders
  • Ability to move fast and collaboratively on complex issues in a changing environment
  • Passion for new technology and storytelling
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines
  • Ability to work remotely and collaborate with a distributed team

Nice to Have

  • Government experience, particularly in policy communications
  • In-house leadership experience
  • Experience working with AI or tech companies
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity and national security issues
  • Experience with crisis communications and risk management

Benefits and Perks

  • Opportunity to work on complex and meaningful policy issues
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Remote work stipend
  • Health insurance and other benefits
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Access to the latest technology and tools
  • Opportunity to work with a talented and diverse team

How to Stand Out

  • Develop a strong understanding of AI policy and technology to stand out in your application
  • Showcase your ability to build relationships with media and stakeholders through your portfolio and references
  • Highlight your experience with crisis communications and risk management to demonstrate your ability to handle complex issues
  • Be prepared to discuss your passion for new technology and storytelling in your cover letter and interview
  • Research Openai's mission and values to demonstrate your alignment with the company's goals
  • Prepare to discuss your experience working in a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines
  • Consider taking courses or attending webinars to improve your knowledge of AI and tech policy to increase your chances of getting hired

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