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realtalk at MIT Program Lead, Center for Constructive Communication
  • Job Number: 24678
  • Functional Area: Communications
  • Department: Media Lab
  • School Area: Architecture & Planning
  • Employment Type: Full-time Temporary (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:


Posting Description

REALTALK AT MIT PROGRAM LEAD, CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTIVE COMMUNICATION, Media Lab, to lead the realtalk@MIT program team and its efforts to engage the MIT community in creating durable infrastructure, build capacity, and provide ongoing support for realtalk dialogue projects across the MIT community; develop and implement with the realtalk@MIT team a plan for community outreach and engagement; and establish and manage relationships with community stakeholders.

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Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in sociology, social work, communications, or community development; minimum of five years of experience in community organizing, community outreach and engagement initiatives, program management or civic engagement programs; understanding of university structures, student organizations, and campus culture; experience collaborating with academic departments, student affairs, or diversity/inclusion offices; relationship-building and networking skills to connect with diverse student groups, faculty, and staff; proven ability to build trust and create an inclusive environment where individuals feel heard and valued; solid team management background and entrepreneurial experience in building and leading programs, projects, and/or functions; outstanding communication and writing, and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively prioritize, integrate, and balance the various ongoing efforts under strict deadlines; comfort working both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; and ability to adjust to evolving program needs. PREFERRED: Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field of expertise; experience designing and implementing processes in a startup environment; familiarity with tracking program impact or collecting feedback; ability to analyze and report on engagement metrics or qualitative outcomes; familiarity with using AI/tech-enabled tools for dialogue or openness to learning them; and familiarity with campus ecosystems. Job #24678-10

This role is for 1 year with the possibility of extension based on the course of funding.

12/9/2024