Vice President, Public Affairs (Corporate Impact)

JOB SUMMARYThe mission of the Vice President, Public Affairs is to lead the execution of Forbright's corporate impact and sustainability strategy. This role is responsible for driving purposeful partnerships with national and local community organizations and advancing Forbright's environmental and CRA goals.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop and execute a Community Impact strategy to advance the Bank's objectives in alignment with Forbright'sMission and brandSustainability goalsCRA goalsManage and deepen relations with key external partners including philanthropic/non-profit organizations and industry groups to advance the Bank's objectivesEngage with local and national partners to develop structured programs with measurable impact on communities/individuals and identify and evaluate new philanthropic/non-profit partnerships and programs to advance Bank objectives and increase Forbright's presence in the communitySupport the Bank's sustainability strategy, including goal setting, tracking, and performance management.Lead the development and publication of the Bank's annual Sustainability Report, including cross-functional coordination, data validation, and alignment with disclosure frameworks (e.g., SASB, TCFD)Support external positioning of Forbright's community impact and sustainability efforts through key communications, including reports, talking points, FAQs, briefing documents aligned with brand goals.Partner with the CRA Officer and HR to integrate donations and sustainability objectives with CRA initiatives.Monitor evolving sustainability regulatory frameworks, voluntary disclosure standards (e.g., SASB, TCFD), and industry trends to inform strategy and ensure compliance readiness.Plan and facilitate quarterly financial literacy workshops with community partners in alignment with Bank's sustainability and CRA goalsPerform other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree required, MBA preferredMinimum of 8 years of experience in a similar position requiredExperience with crisis communications, issues management, and, ideally, change management requiredFamiliarity with the financial services or sustainability sectors and understanding of evolving trends in banking are preferredProficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailOutstanding problem-solving and time management skillsSelf-motivated, self-directed and results-orientedAdaptable and able to multitask in a fast-paced environmentCan work independently and within a team; solution-oriented with a collaborative approachPAY RANGE$160,000 - $170,000 a yearPOSITION REQUIREMENTSWe are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are capable of performing their job position. Work is primarily conducted in an office setting while certain positions may allow for remote work through the use of technology at management discretion. The functions described below are representative of those to successfully perform duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required for extended periods of time to:Remain in a stationary positionUse hands and fingersUtilize a computer monitor with visual acuityOperate technology or other office machinery such as printers, scanners, etc.Communicate clearly verbally and/or in writing with othersADDITIONAL DUTIESFor Forbright Bank to remain efficient and nimble as a growing organization, team members are expected to exhibit a high level of flexibility regarding any duties that may be situationally assigned outside of this job description.PERKS/BENEFITSComprehensive health, dental, and vision plans4 weeks PTO401k + company matchMetro SmartTrip benefits ($50/mo)Remote or hybrid work schedules for most positionsIncentives for purchasing solar panels, electric vehicles, biking to work, etc.Paid subscriptions to Veterans Compost, Capital Bikeshare, Imperfect Foods reimbursement, and more!Best Workplaces for Commuters 2023 & 2024 winnerThe Washington Post Top Workplaces 2023, 2024 and 2025 winnerAmerican Banker Best Banks to Work For 2023 winnerEEO STATEMENTSIt is the policy of Forbright Bank to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to administer all aspects and conditions of pre-employment and employment without regard to protected characteristics.Employment with Forbright Bank is at-will, which means that either you or the Company may terminate the relationship at any time.J-18808-Ljbffr