Communications Assistant

America First Works, Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Communications Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this exciting role, you will collaborate with the Communications Team to create and implement engaging content across various digital platforms. Your responsibilities will include drafting press releases, managing social media content, and conducting research on relevant policies and advocacy opportunities. This position offers a unique chance to contribute to impactful communication strategies while working in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about communications and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to create engaging content.
• Experience with social media platforms and digital content management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor effective content across digital platforms.
• Draft press releases and maintain website content.
• Create social media content and clip media hits.
• Organize media hits by date and securely archive documents.
• Track breaking news relevant to our advocacy work.
• Research policies and current affairs to inform advocacy.

Skills

Content Creation

Social Media Management

Research Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

Communications Assistant Job Description:

1. Work closely with the Communications Team to develop, implement, and monitor effective content across various digital platforms.
2. Assist with drafting and sending press releases, statements, and op-eds for the team, while maintaining our content on the website.
3. Create social media content, which includes clipping media hits and drafting relevant posts for the team.
4. Organize and keep track of the Team's media hits by date, ensuring all important documents, communications, and activities are recorded and easily accessible.
5. Track and flag breaking news relevant for the organization and advocacy work.
6. Conduct research on policies and current state of affairs that fall in our advocacy lane and keep the team up-to-date on opportunities to weigh in on.