Looking for a Director of Online Communications (to replace me)

Hi everyone:

I'm about to step down as Director of Online Communications at the World Resources Institute, an environmental think tank here in Washington, DC, to go to the World Bank, and I'm trying to help WRI find a replacement.  It's a fairly senior position managing a small (4-person) department.  Over the last four years they have moved aggressively into open source software, specifically Drupal.  They are looking for someone that has a head for policy, communications, strategy, and technology (and the sweet spot in the middle) to continue where I am leaving off.

I'm hoping they can tap into the vibrant Drupal/Open Source community here in DC to find just the right person.  If you are interested or know someone who might be, please send this around.  WRI has been very good to me, and I'd love to help them find a fabulous replacement!  Below is a short description.  For the full one and to apply, go to http://www.wri.org/jobs.

Director of Online Communications: World Resources Institute

WRI is seeking a Director of Online Communications to join its External Relations Department and lead its ambitious online communications efforts.  WRI is a fast-growing environmental organization with diverse programs that operate both globally and within specific countries and regions. WRI’s work includes climate change, deforestation, ecosystem protection, sustainable markets, environmental governance, and sustainable transportation.

The Online Communications team supports WRI’s programs by helping them develop, execute, and manage successful online strategies, based on each program’s goals and intended audience, as well as positioning the Institute and its branding strategy worldwide.  The Director of Online Communications provides vision and leadership for all WRI staff, oversight for the online team, works with External Relations staff colleagues to develop integrated communications strategies, and is responsible for the direction and management of WRI’s online content platforms.

WRI has a growing portfolio of innovative online information products, which fall under the Director’s leadership.  This is a senior position requiring strong, proven communications skills, significant experience managing people, online projects and strategies, and proficiency in open-source web technologies.