Director of Communications (AAPI Data)

Company Name

AAPI Data

Company City

Remote

Company State

Remote

Job Location

Washington, DC (Remote)

Company Information

AAPI Data has recently celebrated its 10th anniversary as a nationally recognized publisher of disaggregated data for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander populations. AAPI Data is a champion for data equity – data is disaggregated to ensure our populations are visible, accessible to community leaders who advocate for our populations and used responsibly to support better decision-making. Core to AAPI Data’s work is the Data-Narrative-Action (DNA) Framework – we believe in (1) rigorous data and research that reflects the true experiences of our communities that inform (2) the narrative that informs how society understands AA and NHPI communities and (3) the actions that policymakers, public administrators, and funders take in service of AA and NHPI communities.

AAPI Data is poised to affect positive change for the AA and NHPI community. Stereotypes and misconceptions have created harmful narratives that oppress and scapegoat AA and NHPI populations. Data and research are critical to informing and educating key decision-makers about AA and NHPI populations. For decades, public agencies and researchers have treated Asian Americans as a monolith and rarely reported data on Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. Data equity efforts to ensure the visibility of AA and NHPI populations are gaining traction, with significant and ongoing developments at the federal, state, and local levels. Continued efforts are needed. Grounded in data and research, AAPI Data aims to set the table for new conversations and insights.

Job Description

Reporting to the Deputy Director of AAPI Data, the Director of Communications develops and implements strategies for disseminating research and data to inform public discourse and decision-making. Strong candidates are adept at packaging data and research for a general audience, have experience working with reporters at major news outlets (such as the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and Washington Post), and have a working knowledge of how data can shape the narrative. The Director of Communications is expected to bring excellent project management skills, with a track record of managing multiple collaborative projects in a fast-paced environment. Candidates most likely to succeed in this role bring a commitment to equity and inclusion and a relationship-based approach to all they do.

Please Note: Preference will be given to applicants with experience working on issues impacting the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities. This position is fully remote, anywhere in the United States. Additionally, this is a contract position with an anticipated duration of two years, with the possibility of continuation contingent upon funding. Work samples will be requested of all shortlisted candidates.

The full salary range for the AAPI Data Director of Communications is $87,299.28 – $163,302.48 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $155,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.”

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Job Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening and political acumen skills.
• Advanced skills to advise and consult management on all aspects of communications, ranging from developing effective communication strategies to appropriately responding to inquiries regarding sensitive or complex issues or information.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, project management, and problem recognition, avoidance, and resolution skills.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of all aspects of communications, including strategic planning for various media venues, technical aspects and requirements of various venues, and most appropriate and effective applications.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of technical applications to direct professional technical staff, or personally perform technical work, including design concepts, various media, and applications.
• Advanced skills to create, develop, and implement long and short term strategic communication plans.Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening and political acumen skills.
• Advanced skills to advise and consult management on all aspects of communications, ranging from developing effective communication strategies to appropriately responding to inquiries regarding sensitive or complex issues or information.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, project management, and problem recognition, avoidance, and resolution skills.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of all aspects of communications, including strategic planning for various media venues, technical aspects and requirements of various venues, and most appropriate and effective applications.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of technical applications to direct professional technical staff, or personally perform technical work, including design concepts, various media, and applications.
• Advanced skills to create, develop, and implement long and short term strategic communication plans.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its mission, vision, goals, policies, and infrastructure; strong knowledge of current affairs and issues in higher education and/or health sciences.
• Thorough knowledge of location protocols and channels for communication internally and externally.
• Experience working with major news outlets (such as New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post).
• Experience working with communications directors and leadership at partner organizations, such as federal and state agencies and community organizations.
• Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience working on issues that impact the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities.

How to Apply

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