Communications Program Manager Jobs

Communications Program Manager jobs are open across government agencies, tech companies, healthcare systems, and nonprofits, at every level from coordinator to senior and director, with specializations in internal communications, change management, and stakeholder engagement. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles76
Top stateVirginia
Top employerRS&H
Top cityVienna, VA
Work type35% Remote
Top industryEducation

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Sr Program Manager, AI & Data, Global Corporate Communications
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Sr Program Manager, AI & Data, Global Corporate Communications
Amazon.com
Seattle, Washington
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
$140k - $207k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Marketing Customer Lifecycle & Communications Program Lead
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Marketing Customer Lifecycle & Communications Program Lead
OneMain Financial
Baltimore, Maryland
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$85k - $110k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Expansion EHS Program Coordinator - Communications
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Expansion EHS Program Coordinator - Communications
Micron Technology
Boise, Idaho
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$68k - $203k/yr
Bachelor's degree in communications
10,000+

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Program Manager, Internal Communications
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Program Manager, Internal Communications
City of Hope
Newnan, Georgia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$39.33 - $64.77/hr
10,000+

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Information and Communications Program Coordinator: Institute for a Secure and Sustainable Environment - UTK
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Information and Communications Program Coordinator: Institute for a Secure and Sustainable Environment - UTK
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Project Management
$42k - $60k/yr
Associate's degree
10,000+

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Communications Program Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

RS&H3 open roles
City of Hope3 open roles
Duty First Consulting3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in communications program manager jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field
  • 5 or more years of experience managing communications programs or projects
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as ATS and collaboration platforms
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute internal and external communications strategies
  • Experience working cross-functionally with senior leadership and diverse stakeholder groups
  • Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills across multiple content formats

Tips for Your Communications Program Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to program scope

Hiring managers for communications program manager roles want to see budget ownership, cross-functional team coordination, and measurable outcomes. Swap vague phrases like 'supported communications' for specifics: program size, stakeholder count, and deliverable volume.

Highlight change management experience separately

Many communications program manager postings list change management as a distinct requirement, not just a soft skill. If you've supported organizational restructures, system rollouts, or policy transitions, call that out in its own resume bullet rather than burying it under general communications work.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists communications program manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter postings by program type not industry

Your strongest targeting move is matching your program experience to the job's program type: internal comms, public affairs, crisis communications, or executive communications. Search for those phrases alongside the job title to surface openings where your background maps directly.

Prepare a stakeholder mapping story for interviews

Interviewers for communications program manager roles consistently ask how you've managed competing stakeholder priorities. Have one concrete example ready that names the stakeholder groups, the conflict, and the communication strategy you used to align them.

Negotiate scope before negotiating anything else

Before discussing compensation, clarify the program's current maturity, team structure, and executive sponsorship. A communications program manager role with no existing framework and no dedicated budget is a different job than the title suggests, and knowing that changes your negotiation position.

Communications Program Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most communications program managers?

The most active employers for communications program managers right now are RS&H, City of Hope, and Duty First Consulting, and the most openings are in Virginia, California, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Government contractors, large healthcare systems, and technology companies tend to post the most volume at any given time.

How many communications program manager jobs are remote?

About 70% of communications program manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong employer flexibility for this role. Internal communications and change management sub-specializations tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible positions, while public affairs and government communications roles more often require on-site presence.

How do you become a communications program manager?

Start by building a foundation in communications through roles like communications coordinator, writer, or specialist, then take on project ownership wherever possible. Develop cross-functional experience by volunteering to manage internal campaigns or editorial calendars. Earning a project management credential strengthens your candidacy, and building a portfolio of programs you've owned end-to-end is what moves you into manager-level roles.

Can you get a communications program manager job with limited experience?

Yes, especially at nonprofits, government agencies, and mission-driven organizations that promote from within or accept candidates who can demonstrate program ownership in adjacent roles. Lead with any experience managing timelines, coordinating stakeholders, or owning a communications deliverable from start to finish, even if your title was more junior. A writing portfolio and a clear narrative about your progression matter more than years of experience at this entry point.

What does the communications program manager interview process look like?

Most processes run three to four rounds: a recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on your program background, a panel interview with cross-functional stakeholders, and sometimes a written exercise or presentation. The written exercise typically asks you to draft a communications plan or respond to a hypothetical stakeholder situation. Expect behavioral questions about managing competing priorities, handling ambiguous briefs, and influencing without authority.

Where can I find and apply to communications program manager jobs?

You can find and apply to communications program manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without being redirected through multiple platforms.

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