118K–183K USD / year
Communications Lead, Wikimedia Enterprise (Contract)
MarketingRemote — worldwide
Published on 2026-10-07
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About this role
The Wikimedia Foundation seeks an experienced communications lead for Wikimedia Enterprise to enhance visibility and drive demand. This role involves developing and owning the external communications strategy, managing media relations, and creating narratives that align with the Foundation's priorities.
About the company
The Wikimedia Foundation operates Wikipedia and related free knowledge projects. It supports volunteers and partners who create and share open educational content worldwide.
The team
Media Relations team
What you'll do
- Develop external communications strategy for Wikimedia Enterprise
- Build relationships with reporters and conference organizers
- Serve as primary media liaison for Wikimedia Enterprise
- Produce and review marketing and communications materials
- Coordinate communications workflow for major external launches
What we're looking for
- 8+ years of communications experience in tech/B2B
- Experience bridging communications and marketing/growth functions
- Proven ability in earned media strategy
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
- Strong writing and editing skills
Nice to have
- Experience in nonprofit or open-source organizations
- Understanding of AI and data licensing issues
- Familiarity with Wikimedia movement or free knowledge spaces