Job Description

DCI Group is seeking an entry-level public affairs professional to join our Washington, DC office for an in-person collaborative role. Successful candidates must demonstrate a working knowledge of and interest in the public policy process and have strong writing and communication skills. Candidate must consistently exercise discretion and independent judgment when fulfilling multiple responsibilities that include but are not limited to:

• Drafting content and deliverables for internal teams and clients
• Monitoring and preparing daily media clips for client and internal distribution
• Managing websites and creating social media site content
• Organizing and managing client events and meetings
• Researching and understanding client public policy issues and goals
• Communicating effectively with colleagues
• Fulfilling responsibilities within a deadline and in a client-ready format
• Proficiency in social networking tools is preferred
• Demonstrating interest in a variety of public policy issues

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Exercises independent judgment
• Exhibits critical attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Flexibility to work with different personalities
• Creative thinker
• Intellectual curiosity, enjoys learning new things and accepts new challenges readily
• Excellent time management skills and proactive in completing tasks while managing multiple priorities
• Thrives on a challenge and in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates professionalism in communications and work manner
• Proficient in MS Office
• Previous internship or work experience with a public affairs, lobbying or PR firm, trade association, political campaign, corporate public policy office or legislative office a plus
• Undergraduate degree

Additional Information

We look forward to receiving your application!

Salary: $60,000

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.