Communications Specialist, Education Systems – Policy

American Institutes for Research

. Lead the development and implementation of strategic communications and dissemination plans advancing project goals and increasing the visibility and impact of AIR's education work .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $96,650 - $102,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic communications, audience engagement, and project management, with a strong ability to translate complex content into accessible formats. Proficient in analyzing communications metrics and leading integrated campaigns across various platforms.

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Strategic CommunicationsAudience EngagementProject ManagementContent DevelopmentAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

CommunicationsJournalismPublic RelationsPublic PolicyWritingEditingPresentation SkillsDissemination StrategiesPerformance Data AnalysisContent Management Systems

Soft Skills

Consulting SkillsRelationship ManagementTeam ManagementOrganizational SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Digital Communications PlatformsAnalytics ToolsAccessible Communications Technologies

Industry Keywords

Communications PlanningBusiness DevelopmentProposal DevelopmentChild Safeguarding Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and implementation of strategic communications and dissemination plans advancing project goals and increasing the visibility and impact of AIR's education work
Advise education project teams and clients on messaging, audience engagement, and outreach strategies
Translate complex research, policy, and technical content into clear, accessible, audience-centered products, including infographics, videos, and short briefs
Lead integrated communications campaigns and dissemination activities across digital, social, web, multimedia, and event platforms
Oversee editorial planning, content development, and communications workflows
Analyze communications metrics and audience data to assess performance and recommend improvements
Coordinate communications activities across multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple project priorities
Contribute to business development, proposal development, communications planning, and strategic growth initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Policy, or a related field; or a Master's degree with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Policy, or a related field
Experience supporting external clients, managing small teams, and working in a shared services model
Ability to think strategically and align communications approaches with organizational, client, and project objectives
Knowledge of dissemination and communication strategies that promote awareness, understanding, and use of research and evidence-based practices
Strong consulting and relationship-management skills, including experience working with diverse stakeholders and client-facing teams
Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills
Strong analytical skills and experience using audience, web, and communications performance data to inform planning
Excellent project management and organizational skills, including managing competing priorities in fast-paced environments
Proficiency with digital communications platforms, content management systems, analytics tools, and accessible communications technologies
Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis
Employment-based visa sponsorship, including H-1B sponsorship, is not available
Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements
Selected candidates must adhere to AIR's child safeguarding standards and principles and undergo reference and background checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

AIR’s Total Rewards Program
Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer
Reasonable accommodation during the employment process
Reference and background checks
Drug-free work environment