Gap Inc.

Sr Director, Community Engagement and Purpose

SF - 2 Folsom Full time

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, we’re looking for a visionary leader who thrives at the intersection of purpose, community, and impact. As Senior Director of Community Engagement & Purpose, you will lead Gap Inc.’s social impact strategy—driving initiatives that amplify our values, energize our employees, and strengthen our reputation as a company committed to equity and sustainability.

This isn’t just about programs—it’s about movements. You’ll spearhead efforts like San Francisco revitalization, Gap Foundation initiatives, employee volunteering, and global purpose-driven partnerships, while crafting narratives that inspire action and foster trust. You’ll also centralize communications planning and provide transparency to executive leadership, ensuring alignment and accountability across every initiative.

Bringing a “why not” mindset, you’ll help us push boundaries, convene coalitions, and create scalable solutions that transform communities and elevate our legacy.

What You'll Do

Strategy & Leadership 

  • Lead Purpose-Driven Initiatives: Shape and execute strategies that amplify Gap Inc.’s social impact and community engagement at local, national, and global levels. 

  • SF Revitalization Leadership: Drive Gap Inc.’s efforts to revitalize San Francisco through cross-sector partnerships, local engagement, and strategic investment in community infrastructure and programming. 

  • Gap Foundation Oversight: Support the vision and execution of Gap Foundation programs, ensuring alignment with corporate purpose and measurable impact. 

  • Provide Executive Transparency: Deliver clear reporting and insights to leadership on purpose initiatives, media engagement, and emerging opportunities to inform decision-making and demonstrate impact. 

Community Activation & Engagement 

  • Develop programs that activate Gap Inc.’s presence in key communities, leveraging brand platforms and employee networks to drive meaningful change. 

  • Oversee employee volunteering strategy, scaling programs that align with company values and deliver measurable impact. 

Storytelling & Influence 

  • Own social media strategy for purpose-driven initiatives, ensuring authentic, engaging content that resonates across platforms. 

Partnerships & Advocacy 

  • Build and manage relationships with nonprofits, civic organizations, and government entities to advance shared goals in sustainability, inclusion, and community development. 

  • Represent Gap Inc. in civic forums and coalitions to influence systemic change and support revitalization efforts. 

Measurement & Impact 

  • Establish KPIs and reporting frameworks to track effectiveness and reach of purpose initiatives. 

  • Conduct needs assessments and develop scalable program designs that deliver measurable outcomes. 

Who You Are

  • 15+ years in corporate social responsibility, ESG, public affairs, or community engagement. 

  • Proven track record of leading large-scale purpose initiatives with measurable outcomes. 

  • Deep understanding of social impact strategy, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. 

  • Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with experience influencing senior leaders and external partners. 

  • Passion for community building, equity, and sustainability. 

  • Strong leadership skills with a history of guiding high-performing teams.