Public Affairs Coordinator

Washington, DC, USA
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Job Description

The National Association of Counties (NACo) announces an opening for a Public Affairs Coordinator. Under the direction of the Public Affairs Officer, the successful candidate will provide a combination of professional and administrative assistance to the Public Affairs Department.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Provide administrative assistance to the Chief Public Affairs Officer and other members of the department as needed

• Organize logistics for the Chief Public Affairs Officer, including travel and lodging itineraries

• Facilitate operations and marketing for NACo’s Live Healthy prescription, health and dental discount program

• Assist in maintaining the association’s membership database

• Draft, proofread and edit various internal and external communications, including email, publications, marketing materials and presentations

• Draft correspondence, and monitor and respond to requests for information

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree required. Prefer degree in liberal arts field or public administration.

1-2 years of relevant work experience preferred. This position is based in Washington, D.C.

Must possess the following:

• Strong organizational skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments

• Ability to work well in a non-partisan, political environment

• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure

• Experience in a PC-based Windows operating system and Microsoft Office Suite environment (word processing, spreadsheets, video teleconferencing, presentations, and email)

• Experience with website content management, Adobe products and D365 a plus