Country Lead / Communications Manager, Turkey

About Change.org

Change.org is the world's largest platform for democracy, empowering over 100 million people annually to create citizen-driven change. At a time when global dissatisfaction with democracy is at an all-time high, Change.org is investing heavily in AI-powered tools to amplify citizen voices and bring people across the political spectrum together to identify shared solutions. The organization is rebuilding its core petitions platform from the ground up and launching innovative new platforms to identify common-ground issues and mobilize hundreds of millions of advocates globally.

The Role

Change.org is seeking an experienced Communications Manager to lead communications operations in Turkey. Reporting to the Associate Director of Communications, you will be a key member of the global Communications Team, responsible for identifying, supporting, and amplifying compelling citizen-driven campaigns across press, social media, and email channels within Turkey. This is a strategic leadership position that combines regional expertise with global communications strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Campaign Amplification: Consistently identify, support, and drive major people-power campaign moments, generating strong reach and wide amplification across social and traditional media while centering petition starters and grassroots leaders.
• Platform Awareness: Increase awareness of Change.org and its campaigns among key audiences including media outlets, decision-makers, and influential stakeholders across Turkey.
• Stakeholder Relations: Build and sustain strong relationships with key journalists, influencers, decision-makers, and partners to enhance both immediate campaign reach and long-term platform visibility.
• Corporate Communications Leadership: Lead corporate communications efforts in Turkey to implement global brand strategy across owned and earned media channels. Collaborate with other functional leads to refine global brand strategy while contributing to departmental goals and cultural initiatives.
• Platform Growth: Contribute to increased platform activity in Turkey by engaging Change.org's email audience with timely, impactful, and high-performing content tailored to the Turkish market.
• Brand Alignment: Maintain a diverse campaign portfolio strongly aligned with brand principles, reflecting ideological diversity to foster trust and openness across wide-ranging audiences.

What You'll Bring

You are a strategic communications professional with proven experience in public relations, media relations, and social media strategy. You have a deep understanding of the Turkish media landscape and political environment, with established relationships among journalists, influencers, and decision-makers. Your background demonstrates excellence in campaign management, storytelling, and content creation that drives engagement and social impact.

You possess strong project management skills, the ability to work collaboratively across global teams, and a commitment to building healthier democracies. Your communication style is clear and compelling, and you're skilled at translating complex civic initiatives into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.

Why Join Change.org

Join the most talented team at the intersection of technology and social impact, focused daily on building healthier democracies globally. You'll work with cutting-edge AI tools, collaborate with passionate advocates and civic leaders, and directly impact how millions of people engage with democracy. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape public discourse in Turkey while contributing to a global movement for positive social change.

💰 Compensation not publicly listed. Market estimate for similar roles: from $80K, varying by experience and location.