Communications Assistant

At this moment of enormous global unrest, the Communications Assistant will help USGLC tell the urgent story of how sustained U.S. engagement abroad can help build a better world and a stronger America.

The Communications Assistant will work across a fast-paced communications team to design, execute, and track a range of communications products – including social media content, daily news clips, fact sheets, event invitations, website content, and contacts databases. This position is based in Washington, D.C.

At USGLC, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and belonging among staff, volunteers and partners.

The Assistant’s primary responsibilities will include:

• • Social Media and Digital Support – Draft and schedule engaging social media content across platforms; monitor social media channels to track metrics and engagement; assist with digital campaigns and initiatives

• • General Content and Marketing Support – Help design and edit reports, presentations, one-pagers, and op-eds, along with marketing materials for USGLC’s nation-wide events

Qualifications

The ideal candidate has:

• • Up to 2 years of media and communications experience in a Congressional office, nonprofit organization, campaign, private sector, trade association, or similar environment preferred
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Comfort with multiple social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
  • Proficiency in office management software and design software such as Canva and InDesign
  • Strong attention to detail and deadlines
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Passion for U.S. foreign policy

Compensation

A projected salary range of $42,500 - $46,000 will be offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The USGLC also provides a package of benefits, including health and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid annual and sick leave and federal holidays.

About the USGLC

The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition is a bipartisan, broad-based influential network of 500 businesses and NGOs; national security and foreign policy experts; and business, faith-based, academic and community leaders in all 50 states who support a smart power approach of elevating diplomacy and development alongside defense in order to build a better, safer world.

To Apply

Please email cover letter, resume and two recent writing samples to jobs@usglc.org. Please reference “Communications Assistant” in the email subject line. Short listed candidates will be contacted. No calls please.