Senior Director, Influencer and Talent Relations (M2)

Summary

Save the Children US is seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Director, Influencer and Talent Relations to attract, onboard, and cultivate relationships with Talent, Influencers and Key Opinion Leaders who are passionate about creating a better world for children. This role is pivotal in building and managing relationships with influential individuals across a broad section of industries who can advocate for and amplify Save the Children's mission to key audiences including the American public, elected officials, foundations, corporate partners, and institutions. The Senior Director will spearhead efforts to enlist influential voices in support of children's rights and welfare, driving awareness, engagement, and support for our programs, advocacy and fundraising initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)

• Strategy Development (20%)
  • Design and define industry-leading influencer strategies aligned with Save the Children's organizational goals and priorities: setting objectives, developing tactics and measuring effectiveness.
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners to align influencer activities with broader organizational objectives.
• Influencer Relations (40%)
  • Identify, recruit, and manage a diverse roster of influencers from a cultural cross-section of industries including entertainment, sports, technology, parenting, education, global development, social justice and children’s rights. Leverage tools to source and vet prospective influencers and lead the due diligence process.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with influencers, helping to build an authentic and enduring connection with Save the Children’s mission.
  • Forge strategic partnerships with talent agencies, PR firms, and influencer platforms to enhance recruitment and management capabilities.
• Influencer Activation (20%)
  • Lead and provide team direction in the management of influencer activities including thought leadership, events, program visits and campaign activation from idea development to content briefings, implementation, and reporting. Align and collaborate with media, PR, social, brand activation, digital, and all other stakeholders – internal and external to maximize reach and impact.
• Team Development and Resource Management (20%)
  • Train, develop, coach, lead, and supervise staff, clearly communicating organization, division and department priorities, and how their work contributes to our mission, ensuring that the working environment continually fosters diversity, inclusion, and belonging – supporting Save the Children values. Manage operational budget for influencer team including travel, events etc.
    

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or equivalent experience, plus at least 7 years of …