PLUS Communications is a full-service communications firm based in Arlington, Virginia. PLUS Communications leads award-winning campaigns integrating public affairs, corporate communications, digital, advertising and media buying. PLUS means more!
PLUS Communications is looking for a Director to provide public affairs and policy expertise, communications strategy and messaging direction, strategic planning, and client relationship management for a large-scale client in the energy industry.
Your day in this position includes:
Serving as a key advisor to the client - providing counsel on day-to-day communications efforts and long-term strategies
Developing strategic messaging and communication plans around complex energy policy issues
Serving as a resource in the energy space for targeted reporters - for background conversations about relevant policy issues
Crafting narratives by distilling complex energy policy and regulatory information into tangible messaging for a variety of audiences
Developing, writing, and editing media and messaging materials (such as press releases, talking points, media statements, opinion pieces, fact sheets)
Serving as a liaison between PLUS' internal team, the client, other agency partners and external vendors
Requirements
This job may be for you, if you:
Exhibit deep, technical knowledge on energy policy
Have proven experience crafting communication plans and messages about energy issues and policy
Can work together with our clients' public affairs teams to develop strategic communication plans
Can identify and communicate the nuances of energy policy to key stakeholders
Have strong organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously to ensure nothing falls through the cracks
Have a solutions-oriented mindset
Can balance a high-volume workload while maintaining attention to the details
Can motivate a team to deliver high-quality results in challenging situations
Are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, no matter the time commitment
What we require:
6-8 years of relevant experience in public policy - on Capitol Hill, in the administration or at a think tank
Deep and technical knowledge of energy policy
Interest in public affairs and policy issues; ability to synthesize technical content
Experience working directly with press and a rolodex of energy or sustainability reporters
Understanding of the communications landscape and how various communications channels work (i.e. digital, print, social, broadcast)
Proven experience in writing and editing materials and a strong understanding of AP Style
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation with an opportunity for a year-end bonus. Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance. We also offer a paid parental leave program, paid vacation, paid sick leave and employer subsidy for commuter expenses. In addition, we have a work from home hybrid environment.
PLUS Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Public Relations
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education and Non-profit Organizations
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