Davies Public Affairs-posted 7 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Santa Barbara, CA
11-50 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

This is a great opportunity to get started in public affairs and issue management. Davies, one of America's premier Public Affairs firms is looking for a qualified candidate as a Project Assistant. Davies is a national award-winning firm with more than a decade of being named the Best Agency to Work For by three national rating organizations, along with dozens of other awards including Agency of the Year. As a Project Assistant you support the client service team in all initiatives. You manage databases, research, mailing, social media, call centers as well as preparing final reports. You also assist the administrative team as requested. You need first-rate attention to detail, as you are a key player in ensuring quality control of documents and creative that go for client review. In a period of robust client growth, this person will need to thrive in a fluid, fast-paced, almost start-up like work environment. You are a team player in every sense of the word, and deeply invested in your own professional growth as well as the agency's overall success. Most of the current Davies team started at an entry position such as this and have risen to the top levels of the firm.

  • Learn, manage and maintain database systems with high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ensure information is correctly imported and exported for targeted outreach efforts.
  • Oversee and manage in-house call banks and mailings.
  • Work with partnered temp agencies to organize and train temporary workers on client projects.
  • Collaborate and work well with others, providing updates to team and managers.
  • Present ideas clearly and concisely, adapting to various communication styles.
  • Seek ways to improve internal company processes related to responsibilities.
  • Handle multiple projects with high-priority deadlines.
  • Bachelor's Degree is required.
  • 1-2 years of experience in a professional office, front desk, or similar customer service position.
  • Knowledge of Excel and database management.
  • Ability to work well in a fast-moving group.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Campaign or Grassroots Advocacy Experience is strongly preferred.
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