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Global Electronics Association · 16 hours ago

Director of Policy Communications and Public Affairs

DC-Baltimore Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$115K/yr - $115K/yr

8+ years exp

Global Electronics Association is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry, seeking a Director of Policy Communications and Public Affairs. This role involves leading strategic communications to advance policy goals and enhance public affairs presence, requiring collaboration with various teams and external partners.

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Hiring Manager

Lyssa Bernstein

Responsibilities

Direct communications for policy efforts, which includes development and implementation of global and regional policy communications strategies

Collaborate closely with the government relations, global office, and other association teams

Develop messaging, press releases, op-eds, blogs, speeches, and social content to communicate and advance policy goals

Coordinate communications efforts with external partners, including advocacy groups, coalitions, government agencies, industry and related trade organizations, and other relevant audiences and partners

Build relationships with and ensure ongoing engagement with policy advocates, lawmakers, industry, policy-focused media, and other influencers to further the organization’s policy goals

Prepare spokespeople for media interviews, policy meetings, and public appearances related to policy issues

Qualification

Strategic communicationsPublic affairsPolicy developmentGovernment processesMedia landscape understandingExceptional writing skillsVerbal communication skillsExecutive presenceEditing skillsContent translation

Required

8+ years of experience in strategy communications, public affairs, or public policy-related communications

Bachelor's degree in communications, Marketing, Public Affairs /Policy or related

Deep understanding of government processes, policy development, the media landscape, and their working relationships

Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic communications initiatives focused on policy issues

Ability to translate complex policy information into accessible, engaging content

Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, including executive presence and confidence to share strategy and counsel with senior leadership a plus