Program & Communications Coordinator, Food & Water Security

Thames Valley Council for Community Action; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

CSIS's Global Food and Water Security Program seeks a PCRA to support its food and water security programming, focusing on communications and media strategy. The role blends media management with event support and research materials, offering growth into broader communications and policy analysis.

The position is based in Washington, DC, with a salary band of $55,000-$65,000 commensurate with experience, and includes a benefits package. The candidate will join a diverse, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IR/Policy and 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with external communications, multimedia production, social media, and events.
• Knowledge of global food and/or water security and related policies.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deliverables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with high-level partners.
• Self-starter, entrepreneurial, and able to work independently and in teams.
• Team player mindset and proficiency with MS Office and web research tools.

Responsibilities

• Communications and Media Management: oversee outreach, social media, newsletters, and content creation.
• Administration: coordinate events, promote events, support podcasts and publications.
• Research: prepare materials for senior staff engagements and program outputs.

Skills

Communications

Multimedia production

Social media

Event planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Relations / Public Policy

Job description

CSIS's Global Food and Water Security Program seeks a PCRA to support its food and water security programming, focusing on communications and media strategy. The role blends media management with event support and research materials, offering growth into broader communications and policy analysis.

The position is based in Washington, DC, with a salary band of $55,000-$65,000 commensurate with experience, and includes a benefits package. The candidate will join a diverse, collaborative team.