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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Communications Director and Staff Director

Anywhere in the world

Remote

Senior

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