Education Policy Communications Lead — Remote

American Institutes for Research; United States; Remote; USD 97,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is seeking a Communications Specialist within Education Systems & Policy to translate complex research into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences. The role covers content strategy, writing, digital communications, stakeholder engagement, project management, and team coordination.

You will develop strategic dissemination plans, advise project teams on messaging, produce infographics and briefs, manage editorial workflows, and analyze metrics to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Policy or related field; or a Master's with 4+ years.
• Experience supporting external clients, managing small teams, and working in a shared services model.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of strategic communications plans to increase visibility and impact.
• Advise education project teams on messaging, audience engagement, and outreach strategies.
• Translate research, policy, and technical content into accessible communications products (infographics, videos, briefs).
• Lead integrated campaigns across digital, social, web, multimedia, and events.
• Oversee editorial planning, content development, and workflows for high-quality deliverables.
• Analyze metrics and audience data to drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate activities across multidisciplinary teams and support business development efforts.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Audience engagement

Messaging and communications planning

Editing and writing

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytics and metrics

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5+ years experience

Master's degree + 4+ years experience

Job description

The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is seeking a Communications Specialist within Education Systems & Policy to translate complex research into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences. The role covers content strategy, writing, digital communications, stakeholder engagement, project management, and team coordination.

You will develop strategic dissemination plans, advise project teams on messaging, produce infographics and briefs, manage editorial workflows, and analyze metrics to