Global Artivism Job Summary

Job Title: Communications Director
Job Location: Remote (Global South preferred)
Closing Date: June 10, 2026
Contract: 12-month independent contractor engagement (renewal potential)
Compensation: USD $5,000–$6,000/month

About Global Artivism

Global Artivism is a movement led by the Global Majority, harnessing arts and culture to foster justice, ecological integrity, and collective liberation.

Led predominantly by those most affected by injustice from the Global South, the movement emphasizes cultural praxis as a vehicle for mobilization and systems change.

Governed by a Global Council and supported by a Movement Secretariat, Global Artivism champions principles of South–South solidarity, distributed power, intersectionality, transparency, and emergence.

Position Overview

Global Artivism seeks a senior communications professional to establish and lead its communications function, shaping narrative, storytelling, campaigns, media engagement, and digital presence.

The role involves developing movement-aligned messaging, managing content across platforms, coordinating campaigns, building external relationships, and managing partnerships with external agencies.

Key Responsibilities

Narrative Strategy & Movement Voice

Develop and maintain Global Artivism’s narrative framework and messaging
Ensure consistent, movement-aligned voice across all communications
Translate strategic priorities into public-facing language
Collaborate with leadership to align communication strategies with organizational goals

Content & Digital Presence

Lead content creation across written, visual, and multimedia formats
Manage website, social media channels, newsletters, and digital calendar
Develop editorial standards reflecting Global Majority leadership and South–South perspectives
Build systems for consistent content production in resource-limited, distributed environments

Campaign & Event Communications

Lead communication strategies for Global Artivism campaigns and milestones
Develop messaging frameworks, partner toolkits, and amplification materials
Support regional gatherings and virtual assemblies with strategic communication

Media & External Engagement

Build and nurture relationships with journalists and media outlets
Prepare spokesperson materials, talking points, and media strategies
Position Global Artivism within global conversations on arts, climate, and social justice

Agency & Capacity Management

Manage relationships with external communication agencies and partners
Develop internal communication systems and processes to support growth
Build capacity within the movement’s communication team

Qualifications

Required

Proven experience leading communications for international civil society, movement, or cultural organizations
Ability to craft accessible, resonant narratives for diverse global audiences
Experience managing digital channels and content in resource-limited environments

Strong English writing skills; multilingual abilities valued
Independent contractor management experience
Commitment to the values and principles of Global Artivism

Preferred

Experience in arts, culture, or social justice communications, especially within the Global South
Familiarity with Global South media landscapes
Experience managing teams and external agencies
Knowledge of campaign communication and partner engagement strategies

Contractor Status & Work Arrangement

This is an independent contractor role, with flexible scheduling, responsible for own taxes and compliance, and may serve other clients. Regular participation in meetings across time zones is expected.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their expressions of interest by June 10, 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by June 11, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

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