Public Affairs Program Specialist — Washington DC

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 36,381 - 78,593; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Program Specialist to support the Office of Public Affairs in Washington, D.C. The role focuses on administrative, operational and engagement duties to advance UNC’s policy and outreach initiatives.

The position emphasizes strong written and verbal communication skills, event coordination, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of related experience required.
• Experience in administrative support and communications is preferred.
• Familiarity with public affairs, government relations, or higher education settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative, operational, communications and engagement support for UNC-Chapel Hill’s Office of Public Affairs in Washington, D.C.
• Develop and manage communications output: newsletters, stakeholder updates, briefing documents, web content, social media and a monthly podcast.
• Handle financial matters for the D.C. office, including supplies, building coordination and policy-compliant transactions.

Skills

Administrative support

Communications

Engagement

Event coordination

Writing & content

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Program Specialist to support the Office of Public Affairs in Washington, D.C. The role focuses on administrative, operational and engagement duties to advance UNC’s policy and outreach initiatives.

The position emphasizes strong written and verbal communication skills, event coordination, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.