Principal Communications Specialist, Human and Community Development

4 weeks ago
Full-time
Lead
Project and Program Management
American Institutes for Research

American Institutes for Research

American Institutes for Research is a leading behavioral and social science research organization dedicated to using rigorous evidence to enhance everyday life and address critical societal issues across various fields, including education, health, and...

Professional Services
1K-5K
Founded 1946

Description

  • Oversee a portfolio of public health communications projects for a range of clients, including federal, state, and local government agencies.
  • Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary communications team across multiple projects.
  • Guide communications strategy and execution for public health communications products and campaigns.
  • Lead business development strategy and proposal development for communications work in existing and emerging markets.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with external organizations and subject matter experts.
  • Advise on and respond to client needs with proposed communications solutions.
  • Support high-quality deliverables across projects and promote collaboration within the team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in strategic communications.
  • Strong track record of leading multi-channel campaigns and advising senior leaders.
  • Proven experience managing a portfolio of external communications projects and overseeing multi-channel campaigns, including for federal clients.
  • Experience in a shared services or consulting environment is required.
  • Experience identifying and cultivating partnerships to support business development efforts.
  • Visionary leadership and strategic thinking in public health communications and public engagement.
  • Exceptional business development strategy and proposal development skills.
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to handle multiple projects with numerous changes simultaneously.
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills across technical, creative, and promotional formats.
  • Expertise in social media strategy, analytics, and platform management.
  • Proficiency with Google Analytics, Drupal, and design software such as Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship, including H-1B, is not available.
  • Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

Benefits

  • Flexible remote work within the United States or from one of AIR’s U.S. office locations.
  • Annual salary range of $150,000 to $180,000 USD.
  • AIR’s Total Rewards Program is designed to reward staff competitively.
  • Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.
  • Reasonable accommodation available during the employment process for candidates with disabilities.
  • Drug-free work environment.
  • Adherence to strict child safeguarding principles.
  • Reference and background checks are conducted for selected candidates.

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