Senior Communications Manager, Spanish-Speaking South America

We are seeking a Senior Communications Manager to lead our communications efforts in Spanish-speaking South America. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategic communications plans to grow positive brand awareness, engage with stakeholders, and support business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and support to the Spanish-speaking South America business on all communications matters
• Develop a clear and thorough Policy, Corporate and Consumer communications plan and cadence for the market
• Identify proactive press opportunities to support legislative and policy priorities, business and consumer needs
• Manage all aspects of reactive press requests and ensure utilization of all tools available to defend Airbnb's community and brand
• Develop written materials and manage approval process with stakeholders
• Help prepare Airbnb spokespeople for public speaking engagements, media interviews, etc.
• Develop and manage relationships with key reporters in the market
• Identify proactive press opportunities and drive national/global announcements
• Support local operations for the Global Consumer & Entertainment team in Spanish-speaking South America
• Oversee creative ideation and execution for individual Icons, Consumer, Corporate and Policy Communications campaigns
• Develop and manage individual project budget trackers
• Manage key external agency partners and third-party brands

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 8+ years of Communications/Public Relations experience
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Spanish
• Expert knowledge of the region's media environment and political landscape
• Proven track record of building and activating effective communications initiatives
• Strong understanding of the region's cultural trends and pop culture
• Experience working with industry partners to build effective campaigns
• Understanding of celebrity/influencer marketing and local social media channels
• Experience working with and executing celebrity/influencer campaigns
• Ability to work collaboratively with multi-functional leads in a matrix organization
• Excellent writing skills
• Creative and strategic thinker
• Passion for Airbnb and the mission of the company