• Familiarity with U.S. federal funding regulations with some experience managing government grants
• Extensive knowledge of international relations and trade union and socio-economic and political developments in the U.S. and abroad
• Trade union experience
• Ability to work independently and without supervision
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and make substantive decisions that have major effects on costs and completion of projects
• Ability to work and interact easily with a wide variety of people
• Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, labor relations or related fields and/or ten years equivalent work experience
• Good communications and writing skills
• Computer literacy for word processing and simple spreadsheets

The Senior Digital Communications Strategy Officer must be able to work independently and without supervision and is thoroughly conversant with current events and ongoing political, economic, social and trade union developments relevant to Solidarity Center’s work. This individual has a broad understanding of the Solidarity Center’s programs at country, regional and global levels. Previous professional experience in communications, new media and/or media relations, and/or experience in the Solidarity Center as a Program Officer III are required. This individual must have the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, respond effectively to unexpected challenges and make substantive decisions that have major effects on costs and completion of projects. Fluency in a foreign language is a plus.

• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategic digital communications plans to advance economic or social justice campaigns.
• Experience in international worker rights and union-building campaigns preferred.
• Strong background managing and developing messaging, content and social media kits for all online platforms.
• Experience using strategic digital advocacy to promote grassroots actions, build online community, support fundraising and policy objectives, and move decision makers.
• Thorough understanding of social media management tools for scheduling posts and responding to comments.
• Experience managing communities on platforms including Twitter, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.
• Solid graphic design and photo- and video-editing skills to create visually engaging digital content.
• Practical knowledge of SEO and web traffic metrics.
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Content Management System theme development, CRMs, graphic design and video editing software, and other digital tools and applications.
• Knowledge of website development, architecture and navigation protocols.
• Ability to continually develop skills related to rapidly changing technology and communications best practices.
• Previous experience with unions, community, global human rights, electoral and/or political organizations and other labor-related organizations.
• A degree in communications, journalism, labor relations, political science or international affairs, or a minimum of 10 years equivalent work experience.
• Understanding of labor movement dynamics globally and in the United States.
• Excellent listening, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working effectively in politically sensitive and high-pressure environments using good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to understand and effectively articulate Solidarity Center’s mission and programs to diverse audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, specifically the ability to relate to and communicate effectively with Solidarity Center staff, worker leaders, U.S. and foreign trade union leaders, and representatives of non-governmental organizations.
• Exceptional writing/editing, critical thinking and analytical skills.