Director of Communications

Company Description

***Please submit Resume and Cover Letter when applying***

The Center for Applied Linguistics is a nonprofit organization promoting access, equity and mutual understanding for linguistically and culturally diverse people around the world.

The mission of the Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) is to promote language learning and cultural understanding by serving as a trusted source for research, resources, and policy analysis. Through its work, CAL seeks solutions to issues involving language and culture as they relate to access and equity in education and society around the globe.

CAL is located in Washington, D.C. For this position, the employee may choose to work in their preferred combination of in person at the D.C. office in a hoteling capacity, or remotely (up to 100% remote). CAL does not compensate or reimburse candidates for relocation expenses. This position is not open to candidates residing in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, California, or the U.S. Territories.  

Job Description

This position will serve as the lead for supporting external and internal mission-related communications for the Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL). This position will report to the VP of Programs and Development and will supervise one staff person.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Create and manage annual CAL communications and outreach plan and budget.
• Direct and manage CAL’s web presence to support mission and programs, in coordination with program and IT staff.
• Coordinate online newsletters, quarterly research briefs, webinars, blogs, and podcasts to strengthen CAL’s social media presence, and to situate CAL as a thought leader and a trusted resource for multilingual education and applied linguistics.
• Coordinate and manage the production of CAL’s Annual Report to the public and two semiannual reports to the Board of Trustees.
• Support the Office of the President in communication outreach and Board of Trustees events and activities.
• Coordinate CAL internal communications, including SharePoint intranet, weekly staff email, and quarterly staff meetings.
• Create and maintain a calendar of external outreach events by CAL staff, including exhibits and presentations at conferences and meetings.
• Coordinate and provide support to program staff to conduct outreach activities including communications, announcements, promotion materials, and conference exhibits.
• Serve as point of contact with external vendors and suppliers.
• Coordinate CAL print publications as needed.
• Manage branding guidelines and resources and support copyright activities.
• Support CAL’s marketing needs across CAL’s program areas through innovative and coordinated marketing and social media strategies and activities.
• Maintain a contact database to support marketing, promotional and outreach services.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in communications, management information systems, or related field and at least three (3) years of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least five (5) years of relevant experience.
• demonstrated experience in directing and managing a comprehensive communication plan for an organization of CAL’s size.
• Experience working in SL, bilingual education or multilingual academic contexts.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Commitment to support diversity, equity and inclusion activities in the workplace, services, and products.
• Experience in managing website content and structure.
• Extensive hands-on experience using MS Teams, and Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience managing email and social media for marketing and communications purposes.
• Hands-on experience with WordPress, Canva, social media, video editing software, Moodle or other LMS and contact management systems.
• Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills.
• Experience in print publication.
• Demonstrated experience marketing, managing, and promoting educational products and services.
• Ability to multi-task and balance competing priorities efficiently and effectively.
• Experience managing and communicating workplans and deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and sound judgment.
• Ability to work well across the organization in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability in English and at least one additional language preferred.

Additional Information

COMPENSATION:

Starting at $99,000 annually based on years of experience and skills. This position is benefits eligible.\

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicate. The employee may be required to sit or stand in a stationary position 50% of the time. This position constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment. CAL adheres to ADA compliance and guidelines as a common practice. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time. 

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT 

The Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CAL complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

CAL expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CAL employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.