Job Description

ABOUT THE JOB

The ACLU seeks applicants for the full-time position of Learning & Development Specialist, Privacy & Data Governance in the Administration and Finance Department of the ACLU’s National office in New York, NY This is a hybrid role that has in-office requirements of two (2) days per week or eight (8) days per month. This is a two-year term-limited position  

The Privacy & Data Governance (P&DG) unit works to enable the ACLU to honor individual privacy and choice, protect data in our possession, and be a leader in non-profit data governance practices. The unit is responsible for a cross-departmental Privacy & Data Governance program that provides centralized governance for organizational data policies and internal controls, and works with National and Affiliate staff on an ongoing basis to establish and document consistent practices that meet evolving regulatory and organizational expectations for data protection and privacy.

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit. It is represented by ACLU Staff United (ASU).

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Reporting to the Senior Strategist, the Learning & Development Specialist leads the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of Privacy & Data Governance trainings, documentation, and internal knowledge resources. This role plays a central part in building a privacy-aware organization by creating practical, accessible learning experiences and durable guidance that enable National and Affiliate staff to understand and apply privacy and data governancerequirements and leading practices to their daily work.

YOUR DAY TO DAY

Program Strategy & Coordination:

• Develop and maintain Privacy & Data Governance’s (P&DG) knowledge and awareness strategy, aligned with organizational priorities.
• Partner with departments to identify training and awareness needs and design responsive learning experiences.
• Coordinate training schedules across ACLU Departments to maximize participation and reduce duplication.
• Integrate P&DG knowledge and awareness strategy into broader onboarding, operational, and organizational learning efforts.

Program Management:

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive privacy and data governance training and awareness curriculum for National and Affiliate staff, including Legal, Marketing and Communications, Organizing, Advocacy, Development, and Operations departments.
• Create scalable training and awareness models that can be delivered nationwide and adapted locally by Affiliates.
• Update/develop both foundational privacy and data governance trainings (e.g., confidentiality, data minimization, data lifecycle management, consent, and risk awareness) and function-specific trainings tailored to departmental data practices.

Curriculum Development:

• Collaborate with subject matter experts, such as, Legal, Marketing and Communications, Organizing, Advocacy, Development, and Technology departments to develop function-specific training and awareness content that incorporate privacy and data governance leading practices and are aligned with organizational priorities.
• Design training experiences that center equity, accessibility, and cultural competency.
• Continuously update curriculum based on evolving legal requirements, organizational policies and practices, and participant feedback.
• Build and maintain a digital library of privacy and data governance training materials, toolkits, templates, videos, and other resources. Ensure materials are current, accessible, and easy to navigate for the ACLU network.
• Manage internal P&DG communications, including producing the bimonthly Privacy & Data Governance newsletter.

Program Delivery & Facilitation:

• Deliver engaging, interactive privacy and data governance trainings virtually and, as needed, in person.
• Facilitate large-group sessions, small-group discussions, and practical exercises grounded in real-world ACLU scenarios.
• Adapt training style and content for different learning styles, experience levels, and functional roles.
• Model effective facilitation practices that others across the organization can replicate.

Train-the-Trainer Model:

• Establish and support train-the-trainer approaches that equip Affiliate staff and designated trainers to deliver privacy and data governance trainings independently.
• Provide guidance, resources, and support to trainers across National and the Affiliate network.
• Develop standardized facilitator guides, training protocols, and reference materials to ensure consistency and quality.
• Gather feedback on training delivery and materials to support continuous improvement.

Evaluation & Impact:

• Design and support evaluation methods to measure training effectiveness and impact.
• Track training metrics such as participation, knowledge gain, and practical application.
• Create and implement a compliance strategy to ensure training compliance.
• Collect and analyze participant feedback to inform continuous improvement.
• Contribute to internal reporting on training outcomes and organizational awareness.

Administration & Unit Management:

• Support special projects and cross-functional initiatives related to Privacy & Data Governance training and knowledge, as assigned.

FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL

• Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU
• Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives
• Be committed to working collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Experience designing, delivering, and managing internal training, education, or knowledge programs that are accessible and consider diverse learning styles.
• Experience working with learning management systems (e.g., Absorb) and course development software (e.g., Articulate and Camtasia).
• Demonstrated experience creating clear, well-structured documentation, guidance, and other learning materials for diverse, adult learners.
• Strong interest in privacy, data protection, and responsible data use practices.
• Ability to translate complex concepts into clear, practical guidance for non-technical audiences.
• Ability to comprehend complex subjects and communicate them effectively, written and spoken.
• Experience managing intranet content, newsletters, or internal communications.
• Strong research capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with privacy and data governance concepts, frameworks, or regulatory requirements.
• Interest in equity-centered, human-centered approaches to privacy and data governance.
• Experience developing train-the-trainer models or scalable learning programs.
• Experience working in a federated organizational structure.
• Experience in operationalizing compliance requirements.

COMPENSATION

The ACLU is committed to equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. Consistent with our compensation philosophy, there is a set salary for each role based on geographic work location. The annual salary for this position is $128,294 (Level G), reflecting the salary of a position based in New York, NY. Salaries are subject to a regional pay adjustment if authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.