Associate, Public Affairs

Avōq • Washington, DC

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Associate to serve in a key support role working on the day-to-day operations of a diverse array of client accounts. The ideal candidate is a strategic and creative thinker that can quickly understand and analyze complex challenges, a constant innovator who prefers change and progress over routine, is inspired to make a change in the world through storytelling, and thrives in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of work experience related to media relations, communications, and/or digital and social media strategy
• Demonstrated ability to leverage social media platforms (Facebook/Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.), and knowledge/interest in social media trends
• Basic knowledge of digital advertising
• Ability to communicate professionally – this role will include interfacing with clients, media and other external audiences, in addition to colleagues
• Excellent writing, editing, research and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• Political campaign, governmental and/or PR agency experience
• Intellectual curiosity about policy issues, business and media and where the three intersect
• Hands-on digital advertising experience is a plus
• Superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• A proven track record of successfully completing multiple projects under tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day client interaction and strategy implementation for a portfolio of clients
• Develop compelling content, such as website copy, social media posts, stakeholder communications, presentations, reports, memos, letters to the editor, and op-eds
• Oversee market research projects, including, but not limited to: (1) creating and/or updating existing stakeholder, influencer and media lists by identifying new and relevant contacts, (2) media activity reports using in-house monitoring tools, and (3) social media sentiment analysis reports
• Develop and execute innovative digital advertising strategies
• Collaborate with managers and designers to develop compelling content and creative products
• Manage timelines, budgets, vendors and personnel for a fast-paced office in highly organized and efficient fashion
• Contribute to creative brainstorming
• Manage Fellows on large projects
• Distill critical data points and narratives through research
• Implement public affairs and public relations campaigns for corporations, advocacy groups and non-profits
• Assist in the proposal writing process

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) contributions
• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements (4 days in office)
• 12 paid company holidays per year, up to 39 days individual paid time off
• Winter break: Offices close the last week of the year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed