Senior Public Affairs Strategist & Communications Leader

Smithsonian; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 144.000 - 163.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture seeks a Public Affairs Specialist to serve as senior communications strategist and institutional spokesperson. You will advance the Museum’s public presence, reputation, and community engagement across channels, collaborating with curatorial, programmatic, and administrative teams to amplify mission and impact.

You will develop and execute integrated communications plans, advise leadership on public sentiment, and contribute

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or political science (preferred).
• 5–8 years in media relations, strategic planning, or public affairs.
• 2–6 years managing staff, leading teams, or directing projects.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as senior communications strategist and institutional spokesperson.
• Develop and execute integrated communications strategies amplifying the Museum's mission and impact.
• Lead liaison between curatorial, programmatic, and administrative teams and diverse publics.
• Present speeches, conduct media interviews, and oversee digital media content.

Conocimientos

Media relations

Public affairs

Strategic planning

Leadership

Public speaking

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field

Descripción del empleo

Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture seeks a Public Affairs Specialist to serve as senior communications strategist and institutional spokesperson. You will advance the Museum’s public presence, reputation, and community engagement across channels, collaborating with curatorial, programmatic, and administrative teams to amplify mission and impact.

You will develop and execute integrated communications plans, advise leadership on public sentiment, and contribute