Senior Manager, Advocacy Communications

About the Internet Society FoundationThe Internet Society (ISOC) supports and promotes the development of the Internet as a global technical infrastructure, a resource to enrich people’s lives, and a force for good in society. Our work aligns with our goals for the Internet to be open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy. We seek collaboration with all who share these goals.Together, we focus on building and supporting the communities that make the Internet work; advancing the development and application of Internet infrastructure, technologies, and open standards; and advocating for policy that is consistent with our view of the Internet.The Internet Society Foundation (Foundation) is a non-profit organization that works in concert with the Internet Society. It exists to demonstrate and support the positive difference the Internet can make to people everywhere and promote the development of the Internet as a global technical infrastructure, a resource to enrich people’s lives, and a force for good in society. The Foundation is committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion, where all individuals are valued for their distinct contributions. Our people are the most valuable strengths we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our staff invests in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and the Foundation's achievements. About the PositionThe Senior Manager, Advocacy Communications supports and strengthens how the Internet Society communicates its advocacy positions to diverse global and regional advocacy audiences, including legislators, regulators, civil society organizations, think tanks, media, and relevant academic communities across multiple countries and governance systems.This role requires demonstrated experience in advocacy communications within civil society, the Internet ecosystem, or adjacent public-interest policy environments, with a strong understanding of how communications influence policy debates and public discourse in different political, cultural, and regional contexts.Reporting to the Director of Advocacy and Community Communications and operating as a member of the Strategic Communications team, the role supports delivery of the Internet Society’s 2030 Strategy by helping to ensure the organization is communications-ready to:Clearly articulate what it advocates for and against in ways that resonate globally and regionallyRun effective international, regional, and cross-border regional advocacy communications campaignsRespond rapidly and coherently to global, regional, or national developments affecting the Internet and its governanceThe Senior Manager Advocacy Communications is expected to be familiar with relevant policy issues — able to understand, translate, and communicate policy positions — particularly in multi-jurisdictional, regional, or multilateral policy environments — while focusing primarily on narrative, messaging, campaigns, and media engagement.This role is not focused on advocacy within a single national or legislative system. Success requires directly supporting navigating regional, international, and cross-border policy processes and adapting communications accordingly.Why This Role MattersAs global Internet challenges intensify, the Internet Society’s ability to influence debates depends not only on strong policy positions, but on how effectively those positions are communicated to advocacy audiences across different regions and governance contexts.This role helps strengthens Internet Society’s efforts to engage legislators, regulators, civil society, media, and thought leaders worldwide with clarity, credibility, and impact — advancing a globally connected, open, secure, and trustworthy Internet.LocationRemote – We strongly encourage candidates based in Europe (preferred), Africa and Asia-Pacific.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdvocacy Messaging & CampaignsSupport the development and delivery of proactive advocacy communications campaigns aligned with Internet Society’s strategic priorities and global challenges.Craft clear, compelling narratives that translate policy and technical inputs into accessible, persuasive advocacy messaging for diverse international audiences.Help maintain consistency and discipline in how Internet Society’s advocacy positions are communicated across regions, languages and cultural contexts.Audience-Focused CommunicationsSupport the development of audience-specific advocacy narratives in conjunction with colleagues across the organization. Contribute to tailoring messaging, tone, and formats to effectively engage these audiences operating in different political, legal and media environments.Media & Public EngagementSupport and contribute to media engagement strategies related to advocacy priorities. Work with colleagues to prepare spokespeople with str