Assistant Press Secretary
Location:
Washington, DC
Summary:
Jewish Voters United is a grassroots political organization focused on educating and empowering a new generation of Jewish voters, and seeks an energetic full-time Assistant Press Secretary. The Assistant Press Secretary is a writing- and research-intensive role that works closely with, and reports to, the VP of Communications to execute a fast-paced media plan, expand the national and regional coverage of JVU, and produce communications materials and research.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the VP of Communications to execute JVU’s communications strategy and amplify JVU’s work.
- Produce outstanding written materials: draft standard pieces such as press releases, media advisories, talking points, and other materials as needed.
- Synthesize research into appropriate messaging.
- Execute JVU’s earned media strategy, intaking media requests, and preparing and disseminating communications tools such as press releases, op-eds, public statements, talking points, presentations, media advisories, and pitch ideas.
- Assist with pitching stories to national and regional papers, magazines and long-form media outlets, TV, and radio stations, cable news, online outlets, and other influential media outlets.
- Conduct media monitoring.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of professional work in communications and earned media, preferably grassroots organizations, political campaigns, Capitol Hill, or a related area.
- Experience executing traditional and digital communications strategies.
- Previous experience working with members of the press.
- Excellent writing skills and an ability to draft materials quickly, incorporating strategic communications objectives into written materials.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent copy editing, presentation, and oral communication skills.
- Ability to think creatively and work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
- Proficiency in WordPress, Slack, Canva, Mailchimp, Google Workspace (especially Sheets and Slides).
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, political science, or a related discipline preferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish / English is preferred but not required.
- Demonstrated commitment to, and awareness of Latino civil rights and/or issues of social justice.
Salary & Benefits:
Between $55,000 and $60,000 annual salary. JVU offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, and paid vacation leave. This is a full-time employment position.
To Apply:
To apply email jobs@jewishvotersunite.org with your resume, a cover letter is optional but not required. Please use “Assistant Press Secretary” in the subject line.
About Jewish Voters Unite:
Jewish Voters United is a nonpartisan organization that empowers
Next Gen Jewish Voters to claim a better future for themselves
and their community. United by the belief that Jewish issues are
American issues and American issues are Jewish issues, JVU is
dedicated to uplifting new and diverse voices to develop leaders
by engaging youth, media, technology and celebrities to promote
positive change.
Jewish Voters United is an equal opportunity employer,
committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity
in our work and staff. We do not discriminate in employment
opportunities or practices on the basis of actual or perceived
race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy,
childbirth or related medical conditions), age, marital status,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status,
uniform service member status, disability or any other
characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color, including
bilingual and bicultural individuals, LGBTQIA+ persons, and people
with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
