Communications Specialist - Hybrid

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and publish agency publications, newsletters, press releases, reports, and digital media.
• Maintain and update the agency’s website and digital platforms for timely and accurate information.
• Manage and schedule daily social media content; monitor engagement and create posts.
• Organize and distribute public information and agency announcements.
• Assist with planning and communication for agency events, including the annual Cyber Summit.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather and distribute key information for internal communications.
• Serve as a point of contact for media inquiries and public information requests.
• Draft media advisories, press kits, and background briefings.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare analytics reports on campaign reach and public engagement.
• Develop targeted communications highlighting coordination programs and agency milestones.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• At least 2 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, content creation, or digital media management (public sector experience preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication, copywriting, and editing skills.
• Proficiency in social media tools, content management systems, and email marketing platforms.
• Experience with visual design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and multimedia creation.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with public affairs or government media relations is highly desirable.

Preferred

• Experience in journalism and writing press releases.