Policy & Communications Strategist

uchicago; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Development Innovation Lab seeks a Policy & Communications Associate to boost its digital profile by producing accessible content from complex economics and policy research. You will manage website updates, social media, and email campaigns, coordinating with researchers to turn findings into compelling materials.

You'll translate advanced research for broad audiences, track analytics, and support external communications, including press and event content, across

Qualifications

• Requires college/university degree in related field.
• 2-5 years of related work experience preferred.
• Strong writing, editing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Update DIL website content regularly with precise, current information for policymakers, partners and donors.
• Develop new digital features for the DIL website in coordination with leadership.
• Draft social media posts aligned with research results and projects, primarily on LinkedIn and X.
• Coordinate with internal teams to translate complex research into plain-language policy materials.
• Create and disseminate press content, event materials, and donor communications.

Skills

Writing & editing

Project management

Digital content strategy

CMS tools (WordPress)

Design tools (Canva/Adobe)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (economics/public policy/communications/journalism)

Tools

WordPress

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

The University of Chicago's Development Innovation Lab seeks a Policy & Communications Associate to boost its digital profile by producing accessible content from complex economics and policy research. You will manage website updates, social media, and email campaigns, coordinating with researchers to turn findings into compelling materials.

You'll translate advanced research for broad audiences, track analytics, and support external communications, including press and event content, across