Communications Director and Staff Director
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Listing locations: Anywhere. Our organization operates through a fiscal sponsor whose infrastructure only supports persons authorized to work in the U.S. as employees. Candidates outside the U.S. would be engaged as independent contractors with project-focused responsibilities.Full-TimeSenior
Salary90,000 - 150,000 USD per year
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Job Details
- Experience
- 4+ years of progressive experience in communications
Requirements
- 4+ years of progressive experience in communications, with demonstrated skill in translating complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Experience in an executive support role, preferably in a fast-paced research, policy, advocacy, or technology organization
- Exceptional writing and editing abilities
- Strong project management skills with attention to detail and follow-through
- Demonstrable familiarity with AI safety, AI governance, or adjacent fields
- Exceptional organizational abilities with a systems-thinking approach
- Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity in a rapidly evolving field
- Strong interpersonal skills and diplomatic abilities
- Commitment to CARMA's mission of reducing catastrophic AI risk
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively across teams and facilitate collaboration
- Self-directed with excellent judgment and discretion
- Ability to maintain perspective on urgent short-term needs while advancing long-term objectives
- Strong experience in AI safety, AI governance, or adjacent fields
- Background in science communication, particularly related to emerging technologies
- Experience working with fiscal sponsors or in nonprofit settings
- Familiarity with policy development processes
- Track record of building efficient organizational systems
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement CARMA's communications strategy across multiple channels
- Guide program staff in crafting compelling blog posts and social media research summaries that effectively translate complex concepts for various audiences
- Manage CARMA's social media presence with thoughtful content development and consistent cadence
- Serve as a trusted right hand to the Executive Director, helping prioritize initiatives and manage organizational workflows
- Establish and maintain cross-organizational systems for tracking project progress and deliverables
- Facilitate information flow between teams and leadership to ensure alignment on priorities
- Liaise between CARMA team members and our fiscal sponsor (which handles many of our backoffice functions) to resolve administrative challenges, with the assistance of an EA
- Co-manage the Executive Assistant to ensure efficient administrative operations
- Ensure timely follow-through on operational matters such as HR processes, disbursements, and compliance requirements
- Develop and update organizational documentation including org charts, reporting processes, and internal protocols
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