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# External Affairs Director at Planned Parenthood Southeast, Inc.

- **Company:** Planned Parenthood Southeast, Inc.
- **Location:** Atlanta GA OR Birmingham, AL
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-07-17
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/ppse/66ea8f64-6663-48b4-803d-1635edb181f6

## Job description

Job Title: External Affairs Director Location: Varies - Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL Reports To: Chief Communications Officer FLSA Status: Exempt Salary: $90, 000 - $100,000

The External Affairs Director serves as PPSE’s primary advocacy and communications strategist, leading the affiliate’s work in public affairs, local advocacy, community relations, and communications. The External Affairs Director is responsible for managing the reputation and public face of PPSE. The Director will play a vital role in monitoring the external environment for impacts to PPSE’s operations and programs in Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi. This position will serve as a key liaison for the affiliate with PPFA/PPAF as they conduct advocacy work in Georgia.

## QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Proven ability to communicate effectively to multiple audiences, including the media, policy makers, donors, supporters and the public. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals of all backgrounds. Must have excellent written communication skills. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential. Proven ability to manage departmental budget and external vendors. Ability to work independently and as a team member. Must have strong analytical, investigative, and pattern recognition skills. Ability to prioritize and manage numerous projects simultaneously. Self-motivated, with ability to work with little direct supervision. Basic understanding and knowledge of the current reproductive health care landscape Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as required. Ability and willingness to travel within Metro Atlanta and Birmingham Reliable means of transportation for onsite and off-site work. If using a personal vehicle to drive for work purposes, a valid state driver license and current auto insurance in compliance with the minimum requirements of the state’s vehicle code are required.

## EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, marketing, political science, public policy or equivalent work experience required Minimum ten (10) years of relevant experience. Passion and commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Planned Parenthood Superb interpersonal and leadership skills with an impressive history of forging strong relationships with multiple stakeholders. A record of success in a senior-level public affairs, advocacy and/or communications position in the government, not-for-profit or private sector. Experience successfully leading projects, developing communications plans, and writing reports in a clear and cogent manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide high-level counsel to the Leadership Team on issues impacting the affiliate’s public perception and brand reputation.
2. Interpret and elevate policy issues that may affect PPSE’s operations and programs.
3. Create and implement proactive, affiliate-wide communications strategies. Serve as agency spokesperson, develop press relationships, and manage crisis communications.
4. Identify and build key strategic external partnerships across the region to advance the mission and vision of PPSE.
5. Represent PPSE at community events, building strong relationships with key external stakeholders.
6. Serve as a liaison to the PPFA/PPAF team engaged in advocacy in Georgia to ensure that policy objectives are aligned with and informed by PPSE’s operational goals.
7. Monitor public policy and legislation in Alabama and Mississippi. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on policy advocacy opportunities.
8. Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing the advocacy activities of non-profit organizations.
9. Maintain current knowledge on federation-wide messaging and all relevant policy issues as they pertain to sexual and reproductive health care.

## OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs other duties as may be assigned by management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical requirements of this position are identified below. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

This position requires the ability to see, hear, speak, stand, walk, sit, use hands for fingering and grasping, and push, pull, and reach on a continual basis throughout the workday. The role also requires occasional stooping, bending, and kneeling, as well as occasional driving.

The employee must be able to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds occasionally. Lifting or carrying more than 25 pounds is not a requirement of this position.

## Benefits Available

We offer medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, 13 paid holidays and one paid floating holiday, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, and voluntary disability insurance.

## About Planned Parenthood Southeast, Inc.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Planned Parenthood Southeast (PPSE) is a nonprofit healthcare provider and advocacy organization delivering reproductive health services, sex education, and policy advocacy across Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.
- **Entity Type**: Private, Nonprofit (501(c)(3))
- **Headquarters**: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
- **Founded**: 2010 (formed from the merger of affiliates founded in 1930 in Alabama and 1964 in Georgia)
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (evolved from legacy Planned Parenthood affiliates)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Healthcare Services / Nonprofit Advocacy
- **Target customers**: B2C — individuals seeking reproductive healthcare, including contraception, STI testing/treatment, cancer screenings, abortion care, and sex education. Serves low-income, uninsured, and Spanish-speaking populations.
- **Mission**: To provide comprehensive reproductive and complementary healthcare services in settings that preserve the essential privacy and rights of each individual; to advocate for public policies guaranteeing these rights; to provide educational programs on human sexuality; and to participate in research supporting the advancement of reproductive health care [guidestar.org](https://www.guidestar.org/profile/58-6045874).

## Products & Services
All services are delivered through in-person health centers and telehealth:
- **In-Person Health Center Services**: Well-person exams, contraception (pills, IUDs, implants, injectables, emergency contraception), STI testing and treatment, pregnancy testing, cancer screenings (Pap smears, breast exams), abortion care, and vasectomies.
- **Telehealth Services (Family Planning)**: Direct-to-patient virtual visits for contraceptive counseling, birth control prescriptions, and follow-up care. In FY25, PPSE provided 1,512 direct-to-patient family planning telehealth visits and 973 abortion follow-up telehealth appointments [plannedparenthood.org](https://www.plannedparenthood.org/uploads/filer_public/36/ac/36ac7af7-9eac-403f-9878-4d84bbfaaa19/fy25_annual_report_final.pdf).
- **Sex Education & Outreach**: Comprehensive, medically accurate sex education programming delivered in-person and virtually. Reached 6,307 participants in FY25 through educational programming, outreach, and training.
- **Advocacy & Policy**: Lobbying, coalition building, and grassroots mobilization to defeat anti-abortion legislation and advance reproductive rights. In FY25, PPSE’s advocacy team helped defeat 16 anti-abortion bills across three states.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (nonprofit). Total revenue for FY25: **$15.3 million** [plannedparenthood.org](https://www.plannedparenthood.org/uploads/filer_public/36/ac/36ac7af7-9eac-403f-9878-4d84bbfaaa19/fy25_annual_report_final.pdf).
- **Key Metric**: FY25 Net Surplus of $676,000; 100 days of cash on hand; $2 million in available financial assets.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Funding from Planned Parenthood Federation of America, grants, contributions ($10.8M in FY25), and patient service revenue ($3.9M). Key partnerships include Democratic Party of Georgia, Planned Parenthood of Florida, and CDC Foundation (talent sources) [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/planned-parenthood-southeast).
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Expanded telehealth services in FY25, increasing virtual care access across Alabama and Georgia.
  - Active job postings grew 50% month-over-month, 500% quarter-over-quarter, and 500% year-over-year, signaling rapid hiring [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/planned-parenthood-southeast).
  - Headcount declined 16.4% YoY to 28 employees, but hiring is accelerating with 12 open positions.
  - Defeated 16 anti-abortion bills in 2025, demonstrating strong advocacy presence.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Trusted Brand & Network**: Operates under the nationally recognized Planned Parenthood brand with deep community roots across three states (7 health centers).
- **Integrated Care Model**: Combines in-person and telehealth services, reaching patients where they are geographically and digitally. Navigation teams assist with scheduling, insurance, and financial support.
- **Mission-Driven Workforce**: Attracts employees passionate about reproductive rights and health equity, resulting in high dedication despite modest compensation.
- **Political & Advocacy Muscle**: Active lobbying and grassroots engagement allow PPSE to proactively shape the regulatory environment, not just react to it.

## Strategic Focus
- **Telehealth Expansion**: Scaling direct-to-patient virtual visits to overcome geographic barriers, especially in restrictive states like Alabama and Georgia.
- **Patient Access & Navigation**: Investing in care coordination — helping patients understand insurance, access financial support, and reduce cost barriers.
- **Advocacy & Policy Protection**: Mobilizing to defend reproductive rights across Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi, particularly in a challenging legislative climate.
- **Financial Sustainability**: Maintaining strong liquidity (100 days cash on hand) and a net surplus to ensure long-term mission stability.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven Culture**: Employees are motivated by the organization’s commitment to reproductive freedom and health equity. “We are a trusted health care provider, an informed educator, a passionate advocate, and a global partner” [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/planned-parenthood-southeast).
- **Diverse Roles**: Opportunities range from direct patient care (Registered Nurses, Ultrasound Technicians, Lead Clinicians, Staff Physicians) to operations and advocacy (Finance & Systems Analyst, Director of Patient Access & Flow Optimization, IT Field Technician).
- **Bilingual Focus**: Many roles seek Spanish-speaking candidates, reflecting commitment to serving immigrant communities.
- **Active Hiring Surge**: 12 active job postings with 500% YoY growth in openings, indicating expansion and investment in new talent.
- **Work Environment**: Blend of health center (in-person) and remote-eligible roles; telehealth roles may offer flexibility.
- **Perks & Culture**: Comprehensive benefits typical of nonprofit healthcare organizations; emphasis on professional growth, patient-centered care, and coalition building. Notable perks mentioned for specific roles (Bilingual Patient Access Center Associate, Associate Medical Director) include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans (details vary by role).
- **Location**: Headquarters in Atlanta with health centers across Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.

## Sources
1. [guidestar.org](https://www.guidestar.org/profile/58-6045874)
2. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/planned-parenthood-southeast)
3. [plannedparenthood.org](https://www.plannedparenthood.org/uploads/filer_public/36/ac/36ac7af7-9eac-403f-9878-4d84bbfaaa19/fy25_annual_report_final.pdf)
4. [charitynavigator.org](https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/586045874)
5. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/ppse)

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