Description
THE ORGANIZATION
Entrepreneurs’ Organization (“EO”) is a global nonprofit membership organization and peer network for entrepreneurs, connecting approximately 20,000 members through more than 220 chapters worldwide. EO’s purpose is to move the world forward by unlocking the full potential of entrepreneurs. Since 1987, EO has helped entrepreneurs achieve transformational growth through life-enhancing connections, shared experiences, and collaborative learning. Guided by EO’s core values, trust and respect, thirst for learning, think big, be bold, and together we grow, EO’s international staff works across diverse cultures in support of EO’s global community. As an EO employee, you will work in a global entrepreneurial community and have opportunities for learning, collaboration, and professional growth. EO offers a competitive total rewards package, including benefits and professional development support, and a flexible work environment, subject to role, location, and applicable plan terms.
POSITION SUMMARY
This role supports Entrepreneurs’ Organization. Employment may be through a local employing entity or employer-of-record partner, depending on the hiring location.
As a key member of EO’s Marketing & Communications team, the Senior Brand Writer, will serve as a core copywriter, reporter, and message developer for the global brand and its content creation, member awareness, and leadership communications goals. Reporting to the Vice President, Brand and Global Communications, the individual will be a versatile writer tasked with crafting core website copy, video or event emcee scripts, social media microcopy, e-newsletter content, slide deck leader presentations, and leader biographies, among other things. They will be responsible for following and protecting EO’s Brand Messaging Framework and Editorial Style Guide, to ensure consistency of messaging and tone.
To be successful in this position, excellent listening and writing skills are a must, along with the ability to manage simultaneous projects and deadlines. The role may also include developing communications materials to support future program or product launches, such as FAQ documents, strategic messaging frameworks, and promotional ‘about’ copy. The ideal candidate possesses an interest in entrepreneurship and leadership, a passion for making connections and supporting a diverse community of leaders, solid knowledge of best practices inhuman-powered/AI enhanced communications, and exceptionally strong and adaptive writing and editing skills. They must be organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in seeking solutions while also being comfortable receiving and giving editorial feedback in a spirit of collaborative learning.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leader Communications: Support the Chief Marketing Officer and VP, Brand Communications, in developing clear, persuasive leadership communications to chapter leaders about upcoming launches, product changes, and campaigns. May include developing presentation decks with designers as needed.
- Brand Messaging & Copy Writing: Develop and maintain foundational materials describing EO, its global community, and its products, programs, partnerships, and benefits. To include core website content, brochures or promotional flyers, new member welcome materials, product/region annual reports, and occasional special editorial projects. Requires interviewing of internal teams, clients, and industry experts for a better understanding of EO’s products and project goals.
- Keynotes & Presentations: Support EO event M.C.s and executive keynote presenters in drafting key messaging, talking points, slide deck content, or detailed teleprompter scripts, collaborating with graphic designers to bring visuals into messaging.
- Editorial Copy Reviews: Support colleagues or freelance contributors in editorial reviews of their written materials (programmatic or training) ensuring quality American English grammar that can translate well, alignment with EO brand messaging and style, and factual accuracy.
- Performance: Use best SEO/GEO practices to optimize core website content or articles contributed to improve their search rankings. Partner with marketing operations and brand journalism to monitor content-related metrics (web traffic, conversion rates.) to guide future content.
- Ad hoc support: In addition to the essential job functions described above, the candidate will perform duties as requested by management.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
- 8+ years’ experience in editorial writing and/or strategic communications position.
- Strong writer and editor, with the ability to lead, own and work independently on a project with little oversight but know when to raise your hand and communicate effectively.
- Ability to absorb, apply, and pivot based on internal and stakeholder feedback.
- Ability to present work and make sound recommendations to internal/external stakeholders.
- Ability and confidence to advise senior leadership and problem solve, to shape communications strategies and plans.
- Comfort in or curiosity about AI Generative Tools to speed content creation, but not to replace human voice or brand distinctions.
- Experience managing multiple complex projects with high attention to detail.
- Preferred: Working knowledge of content creation tools like Canva or PowerPoint to develop fact sheets, photo captions, slide decks, etc., for use in internal digital and social channels.
- Preferred: Comfort using digital collaboration and project management tools like Monday.com and Teams.
- Preferred: Experience working in a heavily matrix organization; international team.
POSTING DISCLOSURES
Compensation: 625,000-720,000 ZAR
Accessibility / Accommodations: EO will provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process and employment as required by applicable law. Applicants needing assistance should contact [email protected]
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ROLE CONDITIONS
- This role is primarily sedentary/light work and requires regular use of a computer, telephone, and video-conference platforms.
- The role requires the ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally and to participate in virtual and in-person meetings.
- The role requires travel up to 5%
- The role requires occasional early morning/evening meetings across time zones
- The role requires lifting/moving up to 5 kgs, as applicable.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / FAIR RECRUITMENT
EO is committed to equal opportunity and fair treatment in recruitment and employment.
