Senior Communications Specialist, Human and Community Development

4 weeks, 1 day ago
Full-time
Lead
Marketing and Growth
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

  • Lead the development and execution of strategic communications plans aligned with client goals and AIR’s mission.
  • Oversee the creation and dissemination of content across digital platforms, publications, and media outlets.
  • Guide messaging strategy and editorial direction for complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
  • Manage cross-functional teams and workflows to ensure timely delivery of communications products.
  • Conduct audience research and apply insights to improve engagement and accessibility.
  • Analyze performance metrics across social media, web, and email channels and refine strategies based on data.
  • Serve as a senior advisor to clients and internal teams on communications best practices, branding, and outreach.
  • Lead proposal development efforts related to communications strategy, budgeting, and staffing.
  • Ensure compliance with accessibility standards and AIR’s style and brand guidelines.
  • Mentor junior communications staff and support professional development initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in strategic communications.
  • Proven experience managing communications for external clients and leading multi-channel campaigns.
  • Master’s degree preferred, but not required.
  • Experience in a shared services or consulting environment preferred, but not required.
  • Advanced project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and team coordination.
  • 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.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement abilities.
  • Experience with business development strategy and proposal development.

Benefits

  • Remote work available within the United States or from one of AIR’s U.S. office locations.
  • Annual salary range of $115,000 to $140,000 USD.
  • AIR’s Total Rewards Program with competitive compensation.
  • Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action hiring practices.
  • Reasonable accommodation support during the employment process.
  • Strict child safeguarding standards.
  • Reference and background checks for selected candidates.
  • Drug-free work environment.

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