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Monument Advocacy · 1 day ago

Manager, Public Affairs

DC-Baltimore Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$50K/yr - $55K/yr

1+ years exp

Monument Advocacy is a fast growing, nationally recognized consulting firm focused on strategic communications, public affairs and government relations. The Manager, Public Affairs will support the team by driving communications campaigns, liaising with clients, and managing various deliverables while ensuring effective communication and organization within the office.

ConsultingGovernment

Responsibilities

Helping to drive communications and public affairs campaigns

Preparing teams for weekly status and strategy meetings

Serving as a liaison between firm and clients, tracking and ensuring deliverables for multiple clients

Creating the first draft of client notes, media releases, op-eds, and other written materials

Helping senior executives manage, track, and fulfill tasks and deliverables – including organizing meetings and supporting and read-ahead materials to prep for meetings

Closely monitoring communications and policy developments that are relevant to clients

Research, note taking, and writing

Supporting media relations

Creating social media content

Helping organize client events, including staffing and attending

Managing schedules for office, division and client leads

Qualification

Public affairs experienceWriting skillsOrganizational skillsDigital media familiarityStakeholder managementMicrosoft Office proficiencyEvent organizationCanva design experienceProblem-solving approachAttention to detailVerbal communication skills

Required

Experience in navigating complex communications and policy challenges to advance our clients' public affairs goals

Excellent writing, organizational and communication skills

Experience managing stakeholder and third-party relationships

Familiarity with digital media

Highly organized with a strong attention to detail

Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly in a changing environment with shifting priorities

Exemplary (clear, concise) writing and editing skills with high proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet use

Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving

Experience managing and prioritizing a busy calendar

Experience scheduling travel and using the appropriate technology

Possess a stellar work ethic and excellent verbal and written communication skills

Discretion and maturity in handling confidential matters

Bachelor's degree or Associates degree plus relevant experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Similar experience or internships with at least 1-3 years in related fields, such as on the Hill, or with other consulting firms, trade associations, NGOs or campaigns