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Director of Transparency and Engagement
State of Delaware
Dover, DE (Unknown)
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Director of Transparency and Engagement
Dover, DE (Unknown)
Salary Not AvailableDirector/Executive2+ years exp
Posted 3 weeks ago
Job Summary
You will own the OIG communications program, guiding strategy, media relations, public engagement, and external communications while collaborating across agencies to advance transparency and accountability.
- Own and implement the communications strategy and external messaging
- Lead press relations, public events, and digital engagement
- Collaborate with partners to promote integrity and public trust
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Develops and implements a communications and engagement strategy to promote awareness of the OIG’s mission and work.
- Serves as the OIG’s primary liaison for press matters and public-facing events with the public, the state government, community organizations, academic institutions, and law enforcement and other oversight partners.
- Plans, coordinates, and directs public programs, outreach events, and educational presentations and trainings to enhance understanding of independent oversight and foster engagement with the OIG.
- Advises OIG leadership on messaging, media strategy, and external communications.
- Develops and manages the OIG’s digital presence, including social media platforms and website content, and develops and evaluates engagement metrics to improve outreach efforts.
- Creates multi-media content that clearly and effectively conveys the work of the OIG in advancing integrity, transparency, and accountability in state government.
- Works collaboratively with other governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, educational institutions, and others to design and implement programs and initiatives promoting integrity, transparency, and public trust in government.
- Oversees and coordinates the Inspector General’s participation in public events.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, public affairs, public relations, public administration, journalism, political science, or a related relevant field.
- At least two (2) years of relevant experience in communications, public affairs, government relations, or external affairs and community outreach efforts.
- Experience in or knowledge of the development and implementation of strategic communications plans, including media relations, digital communications, and public outreach approaches and strategy.
- Demonstrated writing, editing, and public speaking skills, with the ability to communicate complex or sensitive matters clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
- Experience working with social media platforms, website management, and digital engagement analytics.
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, exercise sound judgment, and represent an organization professionally in public.
- The ideal candidate is a self-starter and adept multitasker, who has strong judgment, sound discretion, a collegial attitude, and the ability to set and meet deadlines.
Preferred
- Experience working in government, law, public policy, oversight, or a related public sector environment is preferred, but not required.
- Experience working in or with, or substantial knowledge of Delaware state government is preferred, but not required.
- Prior working experience with multi-media and graphic design programs is preferred but not required.
State of Delaware
The State of Delaware offers careers in a wide variety of fields. Employment with the State of Delaware not only provides you with the satisfaction of serving the public, but also provides endless career opportunities within our many state agencies and divisions. Delaware State employees provide a range of vital services and programs that protect our communities, preserve our quality of life and help us all create a better Delaware for ourselves and our families. State of Delaware employees serve a unique role as we do not just work for our state government. We serve our neighbors each and every day. Find our jobs at www.delawarestatejobs.com today!
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