Communications Manager: Public Engagement & Strategic Messaging

Thenovaauthority; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Disability insurance

Virginia State Retirement System membership

Flexible spending accounts

Free fitness center

Commuter benefits program

Job summary

Thenovaauthority in Virginia is looking for a Communications Manager to enhance its visibility and manage communications initiatives. This role involves strategic content development, consultant liaison, and public engagement. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications or similar, with 3-5 years’ experience in public affairs. Benefits include health insurance and flexible working conditions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in public affairs, media relations or communications.
• Strong ability to develop messaging, talking points, and briefing documents.
• Ability to plan and execute public engagement events.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for consultants on communication deliverables.
• Assist in planning and coordinating public engagement events.
• Develop messaging for NVTA events and external presentations.

Skills

Writing skills

Project coordination

Public engagement

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Political Science, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Content management systems

Social media platforms

Job description

Thenovaauthority in Virginia is looking for a Communications Manager to enhance its visibility and manage communications initiatives. This role involves strategic content development, consultant liaison, and public engagement. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications or similar, with 3-5 years’ experience in public affairs. Benefits include health insurance and flexible working conditions.