Associate, Learning & Research Media

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Associate, Learning & Research Media supports Foundation for Jewish Camp’s (FJC) research, evaluation, communications, and media initiatives by helping translate data and research findings into clear, engaging, and accessible content for a variety of audiences. Working at the intersection of research, evaluation, and media, the Associate helps communicate the impact of Jewish camp and strengthen awareness and engagement across FJC’s programs and initiatives.

Reporting to the Manager, Learning & Research, the Associate provides project coordination, content development, and communications support for research and media initiatives. This includes assisting with project planning and implementation, developing written and visual content, summarizing research findings, preparing reports and presentations, and collaborating with internal teams to support media campaigns and outreach efforts.

This is a two-year, grant-funded position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Coordination

• Support planning for evaluation, research, data collection, communications, and media projects. Coordinate project logistics, timelines, and deliverables.

Content Creation and Messaging

• Write and edit copy and create visualizations for campaigns, emails, social media, and announcements. Ensure messaging aligns with FJC’s brand guidelines and organizational goals.

Campaign Implementation

• Coordinate the launch and implementation of media campaigns. Partner with the Marketing team on content updates and outreach and search engine optimization.

Analysis, Reporting, and Presentations

• Summarize research findings and help produce reports, data visualizations, charts, and PowerPoint presentations. Develop presentation materials and talking points for organizational and project leaders.

Organization-wide Responsibilities

• Support departmental and organizational priorities as assigned, including regional initiatives and conferences, with opportunities to assume additional responsibilities as FJC’s work evolves.

WORK SCHEDULE & LOCATION

• This is a remote role based in the U.S.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% within North America for program implementation, FJC staff retreats, and other convenings throughout the year.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES 

• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, project, and time management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize competing demands, set attainable goals, and follow through.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt to different voices and audiences and translate information into compelling narratives and visuals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented approach.
• Positive attitude, curiosity, creativity, and a growth mindset.
• Proficiency with multiple software programs and the ability to quickly learn collaborative technology and web-based communication tools.

CREDENTIALS & EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of related work experience required.
• Experience with communications, writing, advertising marketing, media engagement, or social media required.
• Experience with research, survey instruments, and quantitative or qualitative evaluation, preferred.
• Prior exposure to non-profits and experience with project management preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• This position is primarily performed in an office, home office, or meeting environment.
• The role requires the ability to use a computer and standard office technology for extended periods.
• The position requires effective communication and collaboration with colleagues, camp professionals, and external partners using a variety of communication methods.
• The role may require moving between meeting rooms, event spaces, or camp facilities and occasional travel.
• Work is generally performed in an office environment with moderate noise levels.

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