Director, Communities of Practice - Remote

Overview

The Director of Communities of Practice will lead teams dedicated to advancing the Solutions Journalism Network’s mission, focusing on supporting journalists and developing solutions journalism communities.

In Short

• Lead and manage a team focused on solutions journalism.
• Oversee multiple program activities aligned with strategic priorities.
• Support journalists and develop communities of learning.
• Manage ongoing climate newsroom programs and peer networks.
• Build relationships with partner organizations.
• Design and deliver training programs for journalists.
• Monitor program progress and implement corrective actions.
• Represent the organization at conferences and events.
• Contribute to the development of journalistic resources.
• Work collaboratively across teams to achieve goals.

Requirements

• Experience managing and leading teams.
• Proven ability to design and evaluate complex programs.
• Experience in journalism with a solutions approach.
• Ability to forge and manage relationships with newsrooms.
• Strategic mindset with leadership skills.
• Experience outside the US is preferred.
• Understanding of challenges facing journalists today.
• Ability to adapt in a changing environment.
• Experience in teaching or coaching solutions journalism.
• Credibility in the journalism industry.

Benefits

• 100% premiums covered for medical insurance.
• Access to dental and vision insurance.
• 20 days paid vacation.
• 3 floating personal days.
• 6 sick days.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Last week of December off.
• Work schedule flexibility.
• Remote work stipend.