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Communications Manager, Equinix Foundation
- JR-164341
- Hybrid
- Toronto
- Redwood City
- Dallas
- Marketing and Communications
- Full time
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.
Job Summary
The Communications Manager, Equinix Foundation is a global storyteller, communicator, and brand steward who leads Foundation communications and sources community stories to meet the mutual goals of the Foundation, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs teams globally. You will develop and champion a brand-level impact narrative and elevate the Foundation’s voice in priority communities to support Equinix brand visibility around the world and at a local level.
This role is responsible for aligning all Foundation communications with the broader Equinix brand narrative, advancing our thought leadership, and deepening community trust through meaningful, human-centric, and authentic storytelling.
This role reports into Equinix Corporate Reputation & Public Affairs team and collaborates extensively with the Foundation team and across Equinix’s Global Marketing, Brand, Sustainability, Employee and Regional Communications, and country teams.
Responsibilities
Global, Brand-Aligned Communications:
- Develop and lead a global Foundation communications strategy that reflects Equinix’s Community Principles, brand values and narrative—community trust, sustainability, workforce development, and digital inclusion
- Serve as the Foundation’s brand guardian and steward, reinforcing and driving message alignment across all regions and channels, internally and externally
- Ensure global consistency balanced with local relevance, while adapting communications to cultural, geographic, and linguistic contexts
Thought Leadership & Strategic Influence:
- Help shape a global thought leadership platform focused on speaking, bylines, and awards around digital inclusion, workforce development, and community resilience
- Support Exec Comms to develop executive platforms for Foundation Board Members and other executives and help shape RFPs, talking points and content for global forums, conferences, and internal forums
- Help to create messaging around programs like Pathways to Tech as examples of Equinix’s leadership in creating future-ready talent pipelines and WeGive as ways we are addressing the needs of our local communities to advance digital inclusion for all
Story Mining and Storytelling Across Cultures & Regions:
- Partner with community affairs and regional teams to build a global pipeline of community stories from nonprofit partners, grantees, and Equinix employees; share with comms partners to include in internal and external communications content and channels
- Produce human-centered content that reflects diverse communities and amplifies voices traditionally underrepresented in the digital economy
- Lead storytelling for global programs (e.g., Pathways to Tech) and critical moments (Company Meeting), highlighting outcomes, human impact, and shared value with partners
LinkedIn Showcase Page Leadership:
- Launch, manage, and grow the Equinix Foundation LinkedIn Showcase Page—owning content strategy, publishing, and analytics
- Engage global audiences and highlight impact across countries, cultures, and nonprofit ecosystems
- Collaborate with social media, brand, and digital teams to ensure best practices and maximize visibility
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Build strong relationships with Equinix teams across Marketing, Brand, Sustainability, Employee Communications, Global Operations, E-Staff, and regional leaders
- Align Foundation messaging with regional business priorities and global communication campaigns
- Partner with PR and Public Affairs to ensure community impact stories are represented across Equinix’s major channels, media and moments
Impact Reporting & Data-Led Storytelling:
- Convert program data and Foundation impact into accessible communications for reports, dashboards, and shareholder-facing materials
- Partner with nonprofit organizations to gather accurate global impact insights and co-create stories with dignity and integrity
Qualifications
Who You Are
- A globally minded communicator who thrives in multicultural environments and can translate impact across diverse contexts
- A strong writer and storyteller with a talent for distilling complex initiatives into compelling written and visual narratives
- A strategic thinker who can navigate cross-functional relationships and influence without authority
- Passionate about digital inclusion, global development, and community impact
- Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities across time zones
- 5–7 years of experience in communications, marketing, public affairs, and/or social impact storytelling—preferably in global or matrixed organizations
- Strong writing and editorial skills, with experience creating written and visual content for social media, blogs, reports, and executive communications
- Experience managing brand or social channels (LinkedIn preferred)
- Background in ESG, CSR, philanthropy, or nonprofit communications is a plus
- Ability to collaborate effectively across cultures, regions, and levels of seniority
- Familiarity with global development, workforce development, or digital inclusion topics is beneficial
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 102,000 - 152,000 CAD / Annual
United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 121,000 - 181,000 USD / Annual
United States - Redwood City Office GHQ : 146,000 - 218,000 USD / Annual
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
Equinix Benefits
As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits:
- Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.
Canada Core Benefits:
- Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA).
- Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Communications
Document your communications credentials thoroughly
Gather diplomas, transcripts, and published work samples before applications begin. PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications meet the minimum requirements for the role, so gaps in credential documentation can stall the labor certification filing.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Broadcasting companies, PR agencies, and large corporate communications departments file PERM applications regularly. Prioritize organizations with dedicated HR or immigration teams, since they already understand the DOL certification timeline and won't treat sponsorship as an unfamiliar ask.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 before negotiating your offer
If your communications role requires a master's degree or you hold strong specialized credentials, ask the employer to assess EB-2 eligibility. EB-2 can mean a shorter wait for nationals of most countries outside India and China.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring communications employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify communications employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Filtering by EB-2 or EB-3 filing activity narrows your list to organizations already set up to run the PERM process for roles in your field.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer letter
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific communications job title and location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before your offer stage so you can spot wage levels that may not clear the PERM requirement and negotiate accordingly.
Ask about PERM timing before accepting a role
PERM labor certification currently averages over a year at DOL for analyst review cases. Confirm whether your employer plans to file immediately after onboarding or after a waiting period, since that gap directly affects when your I-140 can be submitted to USCIS.
Green Card Communications: Frequently Asked Questions
Do communications roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on how the role is defined. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree or the candidate holds strong professional credentials in communications. EB-3 covers roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree or two years of skilled experience. Your employer's attorney structures the PERM job description to match the correct category based on the actual duties and minimum requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for communications professionals?
Unlike the H-1B visa, EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship carries no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. The PERM labor certification process requires your employer to run a supervised recruitment effort proving no qualified U.S. worker is available, which adds time upfront but results in an I-140 immigrant petition rather than a two- or three-year work authorization that must be renewed.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a communications job?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL after conducting a supervised recruitment campaign using specific advertising methods. DOL audits a portion of cases, which can extend processing beyond the standard timeline. Once PERM is certified, your employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. You can then apply to adjust status or pursue consular processing once your priority date becomes current in the Visa Bulletin.
How do I find communications employers that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search communications roles by employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're not applying to organizations that have never run the PERM process. Focusing on media companies, large corporate communications departments, and PR firms with established immigration programs reduces the risk of an employer agreeing to sponsor and then stalling when they discover the DOL requirements.
Can my employer sponsor my green card if I'm currently on OPT or H-1B?
Yes. Employers can initiate PERM labor certification for communications professionals on any work-authorized status, including OPT and H-1B. If you're on H-1B, AC21 portability rules allow you to change employers after your I-140 is approved and your application has been pending with USCIS for at least 180 days, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification.