Communications Specialist, Junior

Job Description

Communications Specialist, Junior

Key Role:

Support a government client with communications initiatives targeted at employees and other internal stakeholders. Contribute to communications strategies, write and update web content, prepare executive talking points and other executive communications, and write and edit newsletters, blog posts, and announcements. Plan and execute periodic events and information sessions for the client's workforce, including identifying the topics and handling all event logistics, including room reservation and set-up, preparing presentation materials, and marketing the event internally. Perform daily tasks with a creative approach and professional demeanor.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience in a professional work environment, including internships
• Ability to interact with clients and collaborate with team members
• Ability to develop a network of communications professionals within the client space to collaborate with and learn from
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Winter 2022 or Spring/Summer 2023

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with strategic communications
• Knowledge of content management systems, including Joomla, and WordPress or basic HTML
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Scheduled to obtain a Master’s degree by Summer 2023

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.