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Center for Global Development

Communications Assistant

Center for Global Development, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


The Center for Global Development, an independent, nonpartisan research organization based in Washington, DC and London, seeks a proactive and detail-oriented Communications Assistant to join our fast-paced communications team in DC. You will play a central role in the team’s processes and functions, primarily around digital content, events management, and contacts organization. You will also support the team through additional web-based, multimedia, and administrative assignments as needed. Individuals interested in building or strengthening their broad communications skillset in an internationally minded nonprofit environment are strongly encouraged to apply.

Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.Responsibilities:Digital content and publications

Support the senior editor and publications manager in coordinating the formatting, review, and online posting of CGD’s numerous and frequent digital publications (working and policy papers, briefs and notes)Post blog posts, publications, and other content updates to CGD's websiteMaintain CGD's digital publications databaseSupport CGD's occasional book publishing program as needed, including compiling catalog dataEvents

Support the events producer in the full range of activities related to carrying out CGD’s public and private events: planning with staff; preparing and sending email invitations and managing related web-posting; greeting and registering guests; and supporting IT and multimedia teams to execute events.Assist and develop expertise in the maintenance and effective deployment of CGD’s events and contacts database, by updating records, undertaking quality-control measures, and preparing campaigns.Media & Other Team Support

Provide general support to CGD's communication team on social media content or multimedia productionAssist communications managers in building media lists for specific projects and maintaining CGD media contacts databaseReview and tag CGD’s media monitoring, and produce regular coverage reports as instructedHelp maintain and update the team’s internal project management systemContribute to managing shared email inboxesQualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field, and 1-2 years of relevant work experienceDemonstrated interest in communications for international development/foreign policyExperience with HTML/CSS and familiarity with website content management systems (Drupal, WordPress, etc.) a strong advantage, knowledge of Salesforce or other CRMs, and mass email systems like Pardot or Mailchimp a plusExcellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsOutstanding organization and time-management skills - ability to multi-task and prioritize workload, exacting attention to detailAdobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop) or other audio/video software skills a plusSalary Range: $54,340 - $56,000. Pay commensurate with education, skillset, and experience.Deadline: September 22 at 11:59 PM ETApplication Instructions: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. The organization is working hybrid with all staff required to be in the office at least two days per week. CGD is registered to employ staff living in DC, Maryland, Virginia. Candidates must be able to declare a primary residence in one of these 3 locations.Legal Compliance: In compliance with United States federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document upon hire. CGD is not sponsoring United States work authorization for this position.Benefits: Read About CGD's Benefits Package Here.CGD/E is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and celebrates fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. All persons will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, parental status, veteran status, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation.

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