Communications Assistant
Center for Global Development - Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022![Center for Global Development](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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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 website.Maintain CGD's digital publications database.Support CGD's occasional book publishing program as needed, including compiling catalog data.Events
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 production.Provide general support to CGD’s communications team on social media content or multimedia production.Assist communications managers in building media lists for specific projects and maintaining CGD media contacts database.Review and tag CGD’s media monitoring, and produce regular coverage reports as instructed.Help maintain and update the team’s internal project management system.Contribute to managing shared email inboxes.
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:
Bachelor's degree in communications or related field, and 1-2 years of relevant work experience.Demonstrated interest in communications for international development/foreign policy.Experience 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 detail.Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop) or other audio/video software skills a plus
Salary range:
Salary range: $54,340 - $56,000. Pay commensurate with education, skillset, and experience.Deadline: September 22 at 11:59 PM ET
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.
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.
Read about CGD's benefits package
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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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