Outreach and Public Affairs Communications Liaison - Silver Spring, United States - FedWriters

FedWriters

Verified Company

Silver Spring, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Job Title:
Communications Specialist

Job Summary:

The Communications Specialist role supports the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)'s Technology Partnership Office (TPO) by developing outreach materials, managing stakeholder databases, tracking engagement metrics, and representing TPO at various events.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge advancements in technology and partnerships that drive innovation in understanding and protecting our oceans and atmosphere.

Responsibilities Include:

Developing outreach materials such as handouts, PowerPoint slides, speaker notes/talking points, session proposals, summaries of outreach events, eventrelated social media and website content, etc., using Plain Language standards to enhance scientific communications
Developing and managing stakeholder databases, tracking engagement metrics, answering recurring data calls, and making sure office engagement plans are shared with relevant contacts
Tracking engagement metrics after events and making recommendations for how to enhance future participation and improve engagement strategy
Developing and managing a master list of TPO outreach event so List would include dates, submission and registration deadlines, links to previous engagement info, priority level, etc. for completed events and potential engagement opportunities
Drafting and submitting session proposals and pursuing speaking roles and exhibits opportunities for priority conferences
Working with TPO travelers to plan outreach activities
This includes developing engagement objective statements and trip planning documents, drafting event itineraries, and coordinating with outreach leads and other stakeholders to optimize engagements at individual events Representing TPO at various events
Customizing and managing TPO stakeholder database/Customer Relations Management (CRM) system for managing partnerships and interactions with individual stakeholders
Managing the TPO inbox and directing customer inquiries to appropriate staff
Monitoring NOAA and OAR event data calls and adding TPO names, when appropriate

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree

years of experience in the field, working on related activities such as project coordination

Strong industry knowledge
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Strong organizational and management skills
Good reporting, technical, and statistical skills

Desired:

Experience with light data analysis/synthesis, looking at metrics and pulling out general trends/observations, developing brief technical summary reports for leadership
Prior experience working with business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors
Experience with verbal and written communications
Experience with designing communications materials and working in Adobe Creative Suite

Work Setting and Environment:

Monday
Friday, normal working hours
Work is to be performed remotely, with onsite visits as needed
Onsite location is at NOAA facilities in Silver Spring, MD

How FedWriters Will Compensate and Appreciate You:
FedWriters offers team members the opportunity to gain a lasting impression in this fast-growing small business.

FedWriters provides a competitive package of salary and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a matching 401(k) program; generous
Paid Time Off (PTO); STD; LTD; life insurance; and more
FedWriters abides by the requirements of 41 CFR a), a), and a).

These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.