Atlantic Council

Job Description

Title: Assistant/Associate Director for Communications
Supervisor: Director of Communications

The Atlantic Council seeks a motivated, creative communications professional to help implement a comprehensive communications strategy for the Rafik Hariri Center for the Middle East involving traditional and new media, marketing, publications, and outreach. This individual will work closely with all members of the Atlantic Council communications team and the Hariri Center to leverage the expertise of Center staff and to increase the reach of Center publications and policy initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Create new opportunities to increase communication with key audiences and distribute Hariri Center publications. Help execute publicity campaigns and media strategies for Hariri Center activities, initiatives, events, and publications including both traditional and social media
• Coordinate and oversee the Center’s various internal publications, including assisting in editing publications in English
• Manage media engagement including drafting press releases, managing interview requests, coordinating media attendance at Council events, and supporting op-ed/publication placement
• Develop informational material about the Hariri Center and its activities
• Track Center media mentions and measuring public impact of Center activities
• Expand use of online platforms and social media networks to advance the Center’s work in English and Arabic.
• Contribute to Council communications team efforts as required

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of relevant work experience in public relations, marketing, journalism and/or communications
• Expertise in traditional and social media
• Knowledge of and relationships with American and Middle East journalists, media networks, and platforms. Knowledge of European media a plus.
• Excellent English language written and oral communication skills. Arabic language skills desired, but not mandatory
• Understanding of think tank work and the Washington policy environment
• Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of Middle East politics and public policy
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work well with a team in a dynamic environment
• Bachelors degree (minimum) in a related field; prefer Masters degree
• Strong interpersonal skills; must be able to work well with senior officials, scholars, journalists, staff, and interns

The position is located in Washington, DC, and may require international travel and participation in evening events. The Atlantic Council offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.

To apply, please send your cover letter including salary expectations, resume, a writing sample, and references to job@acus.org. Please reference the position you are applying for.

The Atlantic Council of the United States is an equal opportunity employer.