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Are you ready to take your PR skills to the next level? If you are bold and not afraid to stand out, be seen and be heard for our clients – we have a job for you! We are creative – we go beyond the same-old, same-old. We strive to be distinctive, original and innovative. We are dynamic – we embrace change, welcome the unexpected, and partner to facilitate positive transformation.

Olomana Loomis ISC is an integrated global marketing, brand, communications and business consulting firm. Our services include: brand strategy, data-driven marketing, advertising, digital (web, social media, mobile) communications, public and media relations, corporate communications, crisis communications, business development, nonprofit fund development, videography and graphic design. We serve clients in a diverse array of industries, including: education, energy, healthcare, financial services, technology, real estate, retail, visitor industry, arts and culture, nonprofit, and political campaigns.

The PR Manager will report to the Vice President of Communications and Public Relations, and work with creatives, marketers and clients drivers.

Pr Manager

The PR Manager role encompasses three areas: Client Service, Content Generation and Project Coordination.

  • Client Service: The PR Manager will work with members of the Marketing and/or Communications teams to set up client and internal meetings, drafting agendas, scribing notes, creating briefs and status reports, conducting online research, and assisting with the execution of deliverables.
  • Content Generation: The PR Manager will be responsible for researching and drafting content for client internal and external communications including, but not limited to: communications, branding and inbound marketing campaigns, digital communications (web, email, social media) storytelling, presentations, newsletters, brochures, advertorials and video scripts. He/She will also assist with public and media relations activities, including drafting news releases and talking points, assisting with media pitches, press kits and news conferences.
  • The PR Manager will also be responsible for managing with news media relations.
  • Project Management: The PR Manager will be responsible for coordinating projects related to his/her assigned clients, including assisting with project timelines, budgets and vendors. He/she will coordinate with other members of the agency’s team and any vendors to ensure the highest standards of quality and performance to meet or exceed established objectives.

Minimum Requirements

Formal Education and Work Experience:

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or related field
  • 5 years of progressive work experience in communications and public relations
  • Work experience with the news media a must
  • Work experience in an agency desirable
  • A record of increasingly greater career responsibility and accomplishment

Technical Skills

  • Detailed command of written English, word choice, tone, grammar, punctuation, spelling
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Gmail)
  • Experienced with media relations (press, broadcast, social, etc) in Hawaii
  • Demonstrated experience with social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn
  • Use of project management systems such Asana and Workamajig

Also Required

  • Keen attention to detail, organization and excellent math and problem solving skills
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Both leadership and team player qualities are essential
  • Entrepreneurial spirit, youthful energy but mature mindset
  • Familiarity of local history, culture and marketplace a must
  • Ongoing love of learning highly desirable

Bonus Points

Do you have experience in one or more of the following?

  • Media training
  • Crisis communications
  • Nonprofit fund development
  • Brand strategy
  • Video scriptwriting
  • Ad copywriting
  • Social media strategy
  • Language (fluency in Mandarin, Japanese, or Korean)

Do you have experience in any of the following industries?

  • Financial Services
  • Education
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Healthcare
  • Hospitality
  • Energy
  • Technology
  • Government Policy / Political Campaigns

Perks

  • Parking subsidy or monthly Bus Pass
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Health insurance coverage (including Acupuncture and Massage) paid by employer
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Insurance available
  • Flex Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
  • Year-end performance bonus
  • Paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick Pay
  • Professional development supported

Apply Now

  • The screening process includes interviews, written and math tests, reference checks and a background check. If hired, you will be in good company as your colleagues have all gone through the same screening process.
  • Candidates must be ready to begin work within a month of offer; therefore only candidates currently on island (or en route to return/relocate to Hawaii) will be considered.

Olomana Loomis ISC

POSITION TITLE: PR MANAGER, GLOBAL BRAND

REPORTS TO: Vice President, Global Brand

DEPARTMENT: Global Brand HEADCOUNT TYPE: Annual Update

SUPERVISES: n/a

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time

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JOB LEVEL: Manager FLSA STATUS: Exempt

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Summary Of Position

The PR Manager will support the overall function of Global PR, with a strong focus on PR tactics, partnerships, and events to help drive brand awareness and brand affinity. A core component of this role will be managing our global PR agencies and growing our global community through strong partnerships who elevate our brand and position us as a cultural force in the worlds of fashion and music. The PR Manager will also oversee the production of all global press materials and develop cut-through global influencer programs that deliver a diverse range of content to help fuel social and solidify Quay’s spot as one of the most buzzworthy eyewear brands.

Principle Accountabilities

The role of the PR Manager will include, but not limited to, the following responsibilities,

  • Maintain the relationship and function as the day-to-day contact with the US, UK, and AUS PR Agencies; hold bi-weekly status meetings, quarterly and yearly strategy sessions to drive PR KPI”s. (20%, PRIMARY)
  • Work closely with VP of Brand and PR agency on developing Quay’s partnership strategy to amplify our brand, drive buzz and position ourselves as a cultural force in the worlds of fashion and music. (20%, COLLABORATIVE ROLE)
  • Work closely with Social Media and Influencer Marketing Manager on Influencer Marketing Strategy. (10%, COLLABORATIVE ROLE)
  • Concept, brief and oversee the production of all global press materials including press kits, mailers, look books, line sheets and notecards; provide directive to all global PR agencies and regional marketing teams to ensure consistency and global alignment (10, PRIMARY%)
  • Oversee Global PR target lists (evergreen and by launch) and help identify up-and-coming talent and content creators who elevate our brand and reflect our values; maintain internal PR contact database (10%, PRIMARY)
  • Help produce and execute high-impact events that inspire and educate brand partners, press, influencers, and customers (10%, PRIMARY)
  • Assist with ongoing weekly and monthly global PR recaps and KPI reporting, create PR strategy and program decks, and implement all PR plans into the content marketing calendar (10%, PRIMARY)
  • Process and oversee incoming and outgoing PR sample orders, maintain organization of the PR closet and place replenishment orders for global PR agencies, as needed (5%, PRIMARY)
  • Field all media inquiries in the general PR inbox; help facilitate thoughtful mailers and fulfill daily product requests for media, influencers, photo shoots, and gift bag opportunities via Global PR agencies (5%, PRIMARY)

Budget Owner: Y

Fiscal Accountabilities: n/a

Salary: This role is based in our San Francisco office and will work onsite in a hybrid capacity. Base salary for this role is $110,000 – $125,000 annually.

Key Working Relationships

This position reports to the VP of Brand and will also work closely with the Global Brand team-especially Social Media, DTC, Shops and Product team.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 5-7 years of experience in Public Relations, Marketing, Retail, or related field
  • Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
  • Extremely proficient in all social media platforms and Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
  • Extensive understanding of the brand positioning, values, and consumer
  • Must have a passion for fashion, social media and influencer marketing and keep a pulse on market trends, current events, and industry news.
  • Meticulous diligence, resourceful, with a can-do attitude and willingness to be hands on
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, or related field preferrable

Travel Requirements

(Please itemize using bullet points, to include percentage of travel required, where applicable.)

  • 5-10% travel to assist with events, as needed.

Physical Requirements

  • This position is based in an office environment. Sedentary work with frequent exertion of up to 30 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Must be able to perform essential functions (with or without accommodation) without posing a “direct threat” to the health and safety to self or others.

The Company reserves the right to alter, change, abolish and even combine jobs depending upon changing conditions.

Compensation: From $110,000.00 to $125,000.00 per year
Quay Australia

Interested, qualified applicants should apply by sending your Resume and Cover Letter. Applications received with no Cover Letter will NOT be considered.

SUMMARY

The Communication Projects Coordinator will support Hope Walks efforts to increase engagement and support of our organization. The Communication Projects Coordinator will work with the Hope Walks’ program and development teams to facilitate activities that increase program compliance and clearly communicate our mission and increase annual giving. This will be done by leading three main initiatives: social media, brace painting project, and outreach activities. He/she will have a creative and competitive drive to grow these initiatives and an affable and energetic personality to connect and communicate well with individuals and groups. This is a unique position, working across many departments of Hope Walks so collaboration and project management skills are essential. This position can be either full-time or part-time based on skills and experience, and it will be based in our US office in York Springs, PA.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Lead Hope Walks’ social media channels in collaboration with other development team members in order to grow donor engagement and annual giving campaigns.

Manage Hope Walks’ brace painting project in coordination with our international clubfoot programs to make it an effective tool to increase brace compliance and facilitate relationships with potential US partners. Brace painting project responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Manage inventory of supplies necessary for the project
  • Support brace painting activities, either individual or groups to ensure goals are met and the timely return of the leathers
  • Coordinate with program staff to ensure timely communication and to receive quality images of the completed brace and stories of impact
  • Create a memorable donor experience that communicates our core values and fosters ongoing relationships and annual giving
  • Work within Hope Walks’ customer relationship management tool (Virtuous).

From time to time Hope Walks participates in activities to increase awareness of our work and generate relationships for ongoing annual giving opportunities. Examples of such opportunities that we have participated in the past are Uprise music festival, Entreleadership Summit and Evening of Hope. Responsibilities include:

  • Develop a strategy in collaboration with the development team to optimize the return on Hope Walks’ investment in each activity, ensuring follow-up and long-term donor engagement
  • Coordinate the logistics of Hope Walks’ presence, including volunteers and relationships with event organizers 
  • Create a memorable donor experience that communicates our core values and fosters ongoing relationships and annual giving
  • Work with Communications and Content Manager to create necessary collateral that is appropriate to the demographic at such event

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1 to 2 years of professional experience in a project management, marketing, communications, or related role 
  • College degree in communications, public relations, marketing or related degree preferred 
  • Personal faith in Christ and commitment to the mission of Hope Walks
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills – including the ability to clearly convey and elicit engagement
  • Knowledgeable with proven success managing social media platforms
  • Strong organizational skills, time management, and strategic thinking 
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative on self-started projects 
  • Previous experience with Google Suite and spreadsheet operations
  • Previous experience with a CRM is a plus. Hope Walks uses Virtuous

Hope Walks builds sustainable national clubfoot programs in low- and middle-income countries. We train and equip national partners in the Ponseti method of clubfoot treatment and provide dedicated parent support and education to ensure success. Through quality treatment and compassionate care, we make freedom from clubfoot a reality. Hope Walks frees children, families, and communities from the burden of clubfoot as a platform to share the gospel.

Hope Walks

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NOW CASTING
STRIP CLUB PATRONS AND STAFF
NEW FEATURE FILM

WORK DATES: 6/24 – 7/1
– shoots can last -/+ 12 hours/ Must have open availability/ Dates subject to change

LOCATION: ATLANTA GA AREA
– Must have reliable transportation. Locations may be outside of the perimeter.

RATE: $125/12 + ot
– Paid in the form of a check via payroll company within 4-6 weeks

COVID TESTING IS NOT REQUIRED AT THIS TIME

NOW CASTING THE FOLLOWING TALENT TO PLAY

  • STRIP CLUB PATRONS AND STAFF
    • Any ethnicity, males and females
    • Appear ages 21-40
    • May be booked for multiple days

Job Title: Project manager

Location: Redmond, WA (Onsite)

Duration: 06+ months (Possible Extension)

Job Description:

Top 3 hard skills req:

1.Digital Marketing Campaigns| 10+ Years of Experience

2.Executive Communications | 7+ Years of Experience

3.Rhythm of Business | 7+ Years of Experience

The Senior Business and Communications Manager for the Digital Acquisition team will liaise with teams and key stakeholders in the Digital Acq team and SMC broadly to create and execute a communications strategy designed to help amplify Microsoft’s strategic investments.

The ideal candidate will be steeped in a selling culture and have prior experience planning both external and internal communications strategies, be skilled in written and verbal communications, and have experience in a variety of communications disciplines, including but not limited to executive comms, employee communications, event planning and public speaking. The role will require strong project management capabilities.

• Strategy: Develop, maintain, execute, and measure a communications strategy that supports our business goals. Execution includes working within a Rhythm of the Business.

• Content development:

o Write presentations, blogs, LinkedIn posts and articles, social media content, video scripts, and other talking points and digital content for CVP responsible for Digital Acquisition

o Story sourcing and creation for the Digital Acquisition team to highlight our employees’ stories, our successes, and our culture.

o Develop materials for internal and external communications including briefing materials, scripting/messaging for internal keynotes, presentations, media engagements, social media, and events

o Manage the speaking event calendar and workback scheduled for speaking engagements; ensure operational rigor in our process and sufficient lead time in our preparedness approach

o Manage and evaluate incoming speaking requests to determine and manage appropriate format, content, and deliverables end-to-end with key stakeholders

o Proactively seek out speaking and authorship opportunities aligned to thought leadership priorities

o Research content subject matter to find the most impactful stories and synthesize talking points and messaging from other teams

o Measure the outcomes of engagements to evaluate impact, learn, and improve

• Community and media engagement: Develop and maintain relationships with other communication experts and Business Managers in SMC, MCAPS broadly, and key stakeholders to support the communications strategy.

Qualifications

7 + years Microsoft Program Management experience

2+ years Microsoft SMC (Small Medium Corporate) communications and program management experience.

ACL Digital

Job Summary

 

The Associate Director, External Relations is a new role and will be a key contributor to Beacon Academy’s presence and impact in educational equity. This position will be responsible for increasing Beacon Academy’s visibility across multiple platforms and audiences and will work to increase presence in the educational space. This role will provide support to Beacon’s volunteer and donor community, ensure alignment of internal/external messaging, and support marketing/recruitment strategies to attract student applicants for incoming cohorts. In addition, the Associate Director will organize and manage special events and projects. This position reports to the Director of Development and Engagement and collaborates with the CEO & Head of School.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

 

External Presence

  • Lead the development and production of publications including newsletters and other written correspondence; draft articles for publication related to themes of educational equity and other relevant topics.
  • Organize external-facing events in collaboration with the Director of Development and Engagement.
  • Participate in the development of a multimedia communication and marketing strategy.
  • Manage and oversee Beacon Academy’s website, website developer, and all social media channels (including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter) to advance the culture of philanthropy, expand exposure for recruitment, and increase alumni presence.
  • Track communication, social media, and marketing analytics; produce monthly and board reports.
  • Provide guidance for the use of Beacon Academy’s institutional brand and ensure there is consistent formatting and style across written materials; advise staff on how to best reinforce brand consistency across all materials.

 

Recruitment/Engagement

  • Work in conjunction with the Admissions Team to advise on strategies for effectively attracting and recruiting student candidates for each incoming cohort.
  • Work in collaboration with the Alumni Team to implement a marketing plan to engage alumni and produce alumni-focused resources, newsletters, and event materials.

 

Volunteer/Donor Relations

  • Collaborate with the Director of Development and Engagement to meet Beacon’s needs for volunteer support from Academy Year to career.
  • In partnership with the Director of Development and Engagement, manage communications for development and event marketing, including annual appeals and event programs.

 

Special Events & Projects

  • Collaborate with the CEO & Head of School to design and implement special events, including speaker series and symposia.
  • Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks and special projects, as requested including advising students as needed.

 

Qualifications:

 

  • Demonstrated ability to embrace and share Beacon’s mission and its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
  • Ability to collaborate with a diverse group of community members with fairness, respect, consistency, and integrity
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet agreed-upon timeframes
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in development, volunteer/alumni relations, communications, or a similar field
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience with project coordination and/or project management
  • Working knowledge of a variety of media, including social media, print, and web communications
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, such as preparing presentations and writing speeches and articles
  • Excellent verbal communication skills, with experience in presenting information to groups and individuals
  • Expertise with development databases, Salesforce preferred
  • Mastery of Microsoft Office applications
  • Meticulous attention to detail

 

Physical Demands:

 

  • This position works onsite in our school office environment. Must be able to travel within New England and work evenings and weekends, as necessary. A valid driver’s license is preferred.
  • An ability to lift 5-10lbs.

 

Employee Benefits:

 

  • Generous paid time off
  • Insurance coverage – Health, Vision, and Dental
  • Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement plan with matching employer contribution after the first year
  • Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
  • Convenient location with parking and accessible to public transportation

 

To Apply:

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject line “Associate Director, External Relations”. Only candidates who submit all requested materials will be considered. No phone calls, please.

Beacon Academy Boston

*Must have extensive experience related to internal communications*

Our client, a global leader in providing a diverse range of products including paints, coatings, optical products, and specialty materials is seeking a Human Resources Communications Manager to join their team!

As the Human Resources Communications Manager, you will elevate HR communications, capturing the voice of our client’s Chief Human Resources Officer, the HR leadership team, and the HR Function, leading a full range of executive, internal, and external communications. You will influence company-wide and functional communications through the development and execution of a wide variety of HR-related messages, programs, policies, and initiatives. Your role will craft a narrative for the function by working across multiple HR Centers of Excellence, focused on energizing our client’s people across the world and bringing to life our purpose to protect and beautify the world.

This role reports directly to a member of the HR Leadership Team while also maintaining a dotted line reporting relationship with the Director of Communications.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and HR leadership team to capture tone, voice, and ensure strategic communication objectives are met.
  • Develop a wide-ranging communication strategy to manage the various aspects of HR communication in a consumable, targeted, and cadenced approach.
  • Develop communications strategies and lead the implementation of tactics for all internal and external communications.
  • Protect corporate brand and increase employee trust through the development and coordination of a robust communications program crafted to establish a compelling workplace story to promote and advance the company globally.
  • Manage an HR calendar and cadence of communications based on annual processes, while accounting for campaign-based and ad hoc content as well.
  • Collaborate closely with Corporate Communications, Marketing, Corporate Social Responsibility, Customer Engagement, and Social Media teams to build a coordinated and consistent voice for the company.
  • Provide crisis communications support on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, Human Resources Management, Marketing, or related field.
  • 15+ years of experience planning, developing, and executing communications, including board-ready presentation materials.
  • Proven message and communications strategy development and execution experience.
  • Demonstrated change management and content development experience.
  • Proficiency in social media and digital tools required.
  • Demonstrated writing skills, including speeches, presentations, and internal company communications.

Juno Search Partners

About UP Education Network

UP Education Network manages and operates three schools in Boston, MA. We serve over 1,400 elementary and middle school students in grades PK-8. UP is invited by local school districts to transform district schools into exceptional learning environments. Each UP Academy shares the same mission: to ensure that students acquire the knowledge, skills, and strength of character necessary to succeed on the path to college and to achieve their full potential.

Role

The Senior Development and Communications Manager is a key driver of UP Education Network’s philanthropic strategy. The Senior Development and Communications Manager will report directly to the Chief Development Officer and be a key player in achieving UP’s fundraising goals for FY 2023 and beyond. This role leads an array of development, communication and marketing work streams which ultimately ensure an exceptional donor/funder experience that deepens relationships and expands UP’s base of support. The Senior Development and Communications Manager will execute UP’s external marketing and communications campaigns which include communicating the story of who UP is, our vision for the future, our model & approach, and sharing results to key stakeholders. The Senior Development and Communications Manager will be responsible for running UP’s supporter-level donor and annual fund efforts, including managing UP’s Young Professionals Advisory, executing UP’s direct marketing campaigns and crowdfunding/digital fundraising programs. They will work closely with the CDO on executing a foundation & corporate relations strategy, including generating grant applications, grant reports, and prospect research. They will also be responsible for partnering with the CDO and CEO in cultivating relationships with major donors, corporate partners and foundations including, but not limited to planning events, giving tours, and supporting donor communication, cultivation and stewardship. They will manage UP’s gift acknowledgement process and CRM database. This position provides the unique opportunity to meet and learn from a wide variety of executives, including UP leaders, board members, and donors across the education industry and beyond.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Board Management: Work closely with UP’s advisory board, a group of dedicated young professionals, to help UP build and expand a pipeline of champions, strengthen donor relationships, manage volunteer opportunities and raise important financial resources
  • Annual Fund & Donor Communications: Responsible for expanding UP’s base of supporter- level annual donors. Lead all aspects of UP’s annual fundraising communications, including our annual ReadUP campaign, annual appeals and direct, custom appeals to individual donors through email campaigns, social media posts, and print materials
  • Maintain UP’s online presence leveraging best practices and tools to delight, cultivate and engage donors and funders
  • Lead the creation of videos as needed to effectively communicate key messaging and storytelling
  • Manage all aspects of UP’s website, including generating new content and updating the website when needed using the WordPress platform
  • Manage UP’s presence on social media, developing and posting campaigns and materials to help ensure UP has a positive presence on social media
  • Foundation and Corporate Relations: Build relationships with prospective corporate and foundation funders. Manage the grant process, including;
  • Oversee and meet all grant deadlines, including ongoing applications for sustaining funders and reporting for previously awarded grants
  • Independently research, write, and prepare foundation proposals
  • Manage and execute the grant calendar taking note of key deadlines and new opportunities

Other Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate records for all donor and funder opportunities leveraging Salesforce and achieve monthly targets on donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities
  • Serve as a influential UP representative at local corporate and community functions
  • Develop written, digital and printed marketing materials to communicate UP’s mission and results to various external audiences, including UP’s impact report, various materials to use in meetings with potential funders, and materials needed to brief the UP CEO and Board of Directors
  • Support planning of events to engage individual, foundation, and corporate donors, including school site tours and breakfasts, volunteer events and opportunities, and other events as needed
  • Manage UP’s donor database, Salesforce, and update contact information regularly
  • Independently own gift processing and gift acknowledgements
  • As a member of the network team, supporting with events and administrative needs as needed to support overall network operations

Qualifications

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including both oral and written communication skills
  • Experience in proposal/grant writing and developing non-profit fundraising materials, including campaign materials and annual reports, in a way that is visually and emotionally compelling and that ensures materials are aligned to their audience
  • Experience in website and/or social media management preferred
  • Experience building corporate relationships and partnerships a plus
  • Passion and commitment to education reform and to creating high-quality educational opportunities for all students
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Experience using PowerPoint required; experience using MailChimp, Salesforce, Classy, video editor programs, Canva, Adobe Illustrator and InDesign a plus
  • Current authorization to work in the United States – A candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment

Compensation and Benefits

This position falls into UP Education Network’s Manager salary band. Additionally, UP offers medical insurance coverage and subsidizes the majority of the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and child premiums. Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, commuter benefits, professional development, and a 403(b) plan.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for any open position for which they are qualified. Our students must be exposed on a daily basis to a diverse group of powerful role models. Therefore, we have a responsibility to recruit, retain, develop, and reward a diverse and talented staff from a wide range of backgrounds to join our creative, mission-driven team.

UP Education Network

Optima Global Solutions Inc.is a valuable IT Services and Solution provider that customers, employees, and stakeholders feel proud to be associated with. Optima’s Intelligent Automation Solutions leverage robotic process automation, intelligent data capture, and business process management best practices to streamline operations. Our IT Services practice provides organizations with highly personalized, comprehensive, U.S. based recruiting services supported by our internal onsite team of subject matter experts.

Currently, we are hiring for a Communications Strategic Specialist and Manager;

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join the Defense Healthcare Medical Systems (DHMS) as a Communications strategic specialist and manager. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic communication initiatives that proactively disseminate effective messages conveying the DHMS mission, objectives, and milestones to internal and external stakeholders. You will lead a team of communication professionals that collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop consistent and impactful messaging. In addition, the Communications strategic specialist and manager will be expected to promote a culture of continuous improvement by being responsible for monitoring and analyzing key metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of Communications services, individual performance, and help identify and implement recommendations for improvement.

Success in this role requires strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills. It also requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing circumstances. The ideal individual should drive work independently, appropriately prioritize responsibilities, and develop informed recommendations. This role will work closely with stakeholders, government contractors, and DoD employees.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Developing Communication Strategies: Create comprehensive communication strategies that align with the agency’s goals and objectives. This involves understanding the target audience, identifying key messages, and selecting appropriate communication channels.
  • Stakeholder mapping and strategic engagement: Identify critical government stakeholders and develop proactive plan to engage with stakeholders, such as industry organizations, and advocacy groups, to foster positive relationships and address their concerns. Organize and participate in meetings, conferences, and public consultations.
  • Content Creation: Produce engaging and informative content for various platforms, including press releases, articles, blog posts, social media posts, and website content. Ensure that the agency’s messages are effectively communicated to different audiences.
  • Internal Communications: Develop and implement internal communication strategies to ensure effective communication within the agency. This includes preparing internal newsletters, memos, and presentations, and organizing town hall meetings or staff briefings.
  • Branding and Reputation Management: Protect and enhance the agency’s reputation by monitoring media coverage, public perception, and social media conversations. Develop branding guidelines and ensure consistent messaging across all communication channels.
  • Evaluation, Reporting, and continuous improvement: Track and measure the effectiveness of communication campaigns and initiatives using appropriate metrics. Prepare reports and presentations to showcase the impact of communication efforts and provide recommendations for improvement.
  • Collaborative Work: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including policy advisors, subject matter experts, and legal counsel, to ensure accurate and consistent communication of complex issues.
  • Stay Updated on Trends: Stay informed about emerging trends, best practices, and advancements

BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in communications management (DoD experience preferred)
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Proficient working with project management tools (e.g. Trello, Microsoft Office Suite, etc..)

KEY COMPETENCIES:

  • Strategic mindset and the ability to think critically, identify communication opportunities and challenges, and develop effective solutions
  • Experience in prior role mapping critical external stakeholders and crafting narratives to proactively disseminate effective messages
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging and impactful content for diverse audiences
  • Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire a team, set clear objectives, and provide constructive feedback
  • Proficiency in digital communication tools, social media platforms, and content management systems.
  • Experience in crisis communication and issues management, with the ability to handle sensitive and complex issues in a calm and professional manner
  • Familiarity with analytics tools and the ability to analyze data to evaluate the impact and effectiveness of communication efforts
  • Knowledge of branding and visual communication principles, with the ability to maintain consistent messaging and branding across various channels

Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including senior leaders, subject matter experts, and external partners

Interested candidates, please apply online with a detailed resume and contact information.

Thank you.

Optima Global Solutions Inc.

We are seeking a passionate and results-driven The Senior Business and Communications Manager for the Digital Acquisition team will liaise with teams and key stakeholders in the Digital Acq team and SMC broadly to create and execute a communications strategy designed to help amplify Microsoft’s strategic investments.

The ideal candidate will be steeped in a selling culture and have prior experience planning both external and internal communications strategies, be skilled in written and verbal communications, and have experience in a variety of communications disciplines, including but not limited to executive communications, employee communications, event planning and public speaking. The role will require strong project management capabilities.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Strategy: Develop, maintain, execute, and measure a communications strategy that supports our business goals. Execution includes working within a Rhythm of the Business.

Content development:

  • Write presentations, blogs, LinkedIn posts and articles, social media content, video scripts, and other talking points and digital content for CVP responsible for Digital Acquisition
  • Story sourcing and creation for the Digital Acquisition team to highlight our employees’ stories, our successes, and our culture.
  • Develop materials for internal and external communications including briefing materials, scripting/messaging for internal keynotes, presentations, media engagements, social media, and events
  • Manage the speaking event calendar and work back scheduled for speaking engagements; ensure operational rigor in our process and sufficient lead time in our preparedness approach
  • Manage and evaluate incoming speaking requests to determine and manage appropriate format, content, and deliverables end-to-end with key stakeholders
  • Proactively seek out speaking and authorship opportunities aligned to thought leadership priorities
  • Research content subject matter to find the most impactful stories and synthesize talking points and messaging from other teams
  • Measure the outcomes of engagements to evaluate impact, learn, and improve.

Community and media engagement: Develop and maintain relationships with other communication experts and Business Managers in SMC, MCAPS broadly, and key stakeholders to support the communications strategy.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years Microsoft Program Management experience
  • 2+ years Microsoft SMC (Small Medium Corporate) communications and program management experience
  • 10+ Years of Experience| Digital Marketing Campaigns
  • 7+ Years of Experience | Executive Communications
  • 7+ Years of Experience | Rhythm of Business

About BrickRed Systems:

BrickRed Systems is a global leader in next-generation technology, consulting, and business process service company. We enable clients to navigate their digital transformation. BrickRed Systems delivers a range of consulting services to our clients across multiple industries around the world. Our practices employ highly skilled and experienced individuals with a client-centric passion for innovation and delivery excellence.

With ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certifications and over decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we harness the power of cognitive computing hyper-automation, robotics, cloud, analytics, and emerging technologies to help our clients adapt to the digital world and make them successful. Our always-on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.

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