Strategic Advocacy and Communications Officer

Job Description
Type of Job: 
Full-Time
Main Areas of Responsibility: 

Policy Advocacy (approx. 80%)

Develop and execute advocacy strategies across the Foundation's policy areas; design and lead public-facing campaigns, including messaging, stakeholder mobilization, and legislative engagement; track legislative and regulatory developments; prepare testimony and advocacy materials; build relationships with legislators, agency staff, and allied organizations; and support grantees in growing their own advocacy capacity and public engagement.

Additional Areas of Responsibility: 

Digital Communications (approx. 20%)

Manage day-to-day social media across the Foundation's platforms; draft and produce the digital newsletter with contributions from policy officers and the President; develop short-form content like graphics, video clips, and social copy; coordinate with the external communications agency on website content and earned media; and maintain the Foundation's website.

Other Information/Requirements: 

5+ years in policy advocacy, public affairs, or issue-based campaigning, with a proven ability to develop campaigns through messaging, coalition coordination, and legislative engagement; deep familiarity with New Mexico's legislative and agency landscape; and strong writing across formats. Philanthropy experience, digital content skills, and Spanish proficiency preferred.

How to Apply: 

The Foundation offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid leave. This Santa Fe–based position allows hybrid work, with three days per week in the office; no remote options. Read the full job description and application instructions at https://www.thornburgfoundation.org/job-openings/. Applications are due July 24, 2026.

Salary Range: 
Salary $90 – $110k commensurate with experience.
Contact Information
Name: 
Russell Hawkins
Agency/Organization: 
Thornburg Foundation
Address: 
2300 N Ridgetop Rd
City: 
Santa Fe
State: 
New Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 
87506-8361
Business Phone: 
8644311341
Business Fax: 
Email Address: 
[email protected]
www.thornburgfoundation.org
Internal Info
Date to Post: 
Jun 16 2026
Date to Remove: 
Jul 24 2026

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