Communications Specialist, Education Systems & Policy

Location: Remote within the United States or from a U.S. office location; U.S. territories are excluded. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Depending on project work, certain residency requirements may apply.

Annual salary: $96,650–$102,000 USD.

Company

hirify.global is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization conducting behavioral and social science research and delivering technical assistance on education and other major social challenges.

What you will do

• Lead strategic communications and dissemination plans that advance project goals and increase the visibility and impact of education work.
• Advise education project teams and clients on messaging, audience engagement, and outreach strategies.
• Translate complex research, policy, and technical content into clear communications products, including infographics, videos, and short briefs.
• Lead integrated campaigns across digital, social, web, multimedia, and event platforms, and oversee editorial planning and content workflows.
• Analyze communications metrics and audience data to evaluate performance and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate communications across multidisciplinary teams, manage competing priorities, and contribute to proposals and strategic growth initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience, or a master’s degree and at least 4 years of experience, in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Experience supporting external clients, managing small teams, and working in a shared services model.
• Ability to think strategically and align communications approaches with organizational, client, and project objectives.
• Knowledge of dissemination and communication strategies that promote awareness, understanding, and use of research and evidence-based practices.
• Strong consulting and relationship-management skills, including experience with diverse stakeholders and client-facing teams.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to varied audiences.
• Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency with digital communications platforms, content management systems, analytics tools, and accessible communications technologies.
• Full-time U.S. work authorization is required; employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work is available within the United States, alongside work from U.S. office locations.
• The role supports education projects spanning early childhood, PK-12, postsecondary education, workforce development, and adult learning.
• Reference and background checks are required for selected candidates.
• A total rewards program is provided, with salary offers based on internal and external equity.