Director of Communications

Director Of Communications

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 :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

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.

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.