Description: Key Responsibilities
Communications Leadership Functions
• Develop and implement CARMA’s communications strategy across multiple channels
• Guide program staff in crafting compelling blog posts and social media research summaries that effectively translate complex concepts for various audiences
• Manage CARMA’s social media presence with thoughtful content development and consistent cadence
• Ensure communications maintain scientific accuracy while being accessible and persuasive to key stakeholders
• Coordinate with researchers to develop compelling narratives around their work
Staff Director Functions
• Serve as a trusted right hand to the Executive Director, helping prioritize initiatives and manage organizational workflows
• Establish and maintain cross-organizational systems for tracking project progress and deliverables
• Facilitate information flow between teams and leadership to ensure alignment on priorities
• Lead special projects that require cross-functional coordination
• Draft and implement organizational policies and procedures that align with our fiscal sponsor requirements while meeting CARMA’s specific needs
Operational Oversight Functions
• Liaise between CARMA team members and our fiscal sponsor (which handles many of our backoffice functions) to resolve administrative challenges, with the assistance of an EA
• Co-manage the Executive Assistant to ensure efficient administrative operations
• Ensure timely follow-through on operational matters such as HR processes, disbursements, and compliance requirements
• Develop and update organizational documentation including org charts, reporting processes, and internal protocols
Qualifications
Required
• 4+ years of progressive experience in communications, with demonstrated skill in translating complex concepts for diverse audiences
• Experience in an executive support role, preferably in a fast-paced research, policy, advocacy, or technology organization
• Exceptional writing and editing abilities
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail and follow-through
• Demonstrable familiarity with AI safety, AI governance, or adjacent fields
• Exceptional organizational abilities with a systems-thinking approach
• Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity in a rapidly evolving field
• Strong interpersonal skills and diplomatic abilities
• Commitment to CARMA’s mission of reducing catastrophic AI risk
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across teams and facilitate collaboration
• Self-directed with excellent judgment and discretion
• Ability to maintain perspective on urgent short-term needs while advancing long-term objectives
Preferred
• Strong experience in AI safety, AI governance, or adjacent fields
• Background in science communication, particularly related to emerging technologies
• Experience working with fiscal sponsors or in nonprofit settings
• Familiarity with policy development processes
• Track record of building efficient organizational systems.
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