SKDK · 1 week ago
Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff, DC Public Affairs
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$165K/yr - $185K/yr
12+ years expSKDK is an award-winning public affairs and political advertising agency, and they are seeking a Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff to join their public affairs team in Washington, DC. This role involves managing client teams, driving talent strategy, and providing strategic counsel to organizational leadership while ensuring professional development and operational excellence within the team.
Public Relations
Responsibilities
Fully managing clients and client teams, including independently delivering strategic advice and expanding relationships with existing clients
Serving as chief strategist for all client teams
Maintaining and nurturing high-level press and third-party external contacts
Providing fiscal stewardship of firm resources and client budgets
Providing mentoring and leadership to SKDK staff
Help identify and recruit diverse talent to join the firm
Oversee the onboarding of new staff
Strategically assign staff to client teams to deliver appropriate expertise and service to all clients
Manage staff development programs, including mentoring, staff support and performance development opportunities
Overseeing the twice-yearly review process with HR and Managing Directors
Liaise with firm leadership about staffing, capacity, and any other issues that may arise
Qualification
Required
12-15+ years of relevant experience in writing, research, and media-intensive positions such as political campaigns, in media, government, agency, or similar organizations
A commitment to creating an inclusive workplace, working collaboratively and with consideration for others
Deep experience placing national print and broadcast stories
Strong writing and research skills with thorough knowledge of AP Style
A working knowledge of social media strategies for communications campaigns
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
The ability to effectively manage multiple projects and handle competing deadlines
Benefits
Excellent coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums
Paid parental leave
Time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time
401(k) with an employer contribution
Reimbursement for cellular service
Public transportation benefits
Professional development and career guidance
Opportunities for advancement
Participation in Employee Resource Groups
A collegial and supportive office environment
Company
SKDK
SKDK provides strategic advice, public relations, crisis communications, advertising, direct mail, and research to national and international companies, advocacy organizations, associations, leading non-profit organizations, and elected officials and candidates from the White House to State Houses across the country.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-10-09Acquired
Leadership Team
Doug Thornell
Chief Executive Officer
Jacqui Newman
Chief Operating Officer
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