Job Description

DCI Group is seeking an entry-level public affairs professional who is fluent in Spanish to join our Washington, DC office. The position is based out of a client’s office. Candidate 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. Public relations, government, or political internship experience a plus.  

• Integral part of internal team to achieve client goals
• Manages multiple priorities
• Drafts content and deliverables for internal teams and clients
• Monitors and prepares daily media clips for client distribution
• Coordinates with client team to prepare for high-level meetings
• Manages websites and creates social media site content
• Organizes and manages client events
• Demonstrates interest in a variety of public policy issues including: energy, health care, education, and technology
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Available to work hours outside the traditional workday, as necessary
• Communicates effectively with colleagues
• Fulfills responsibilities within a deadline and in a client-ready format
• Campaign-style issue research experience a plus
• Proficiency in social networking tools is preferred
• Some travel could be required

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Fluent in Spanish
• Developed written and verbal communication 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
• Proactive in completing tasks
• Thrives on a challenge
• Demonstrates professionalism in communications and work manner
• Proficient in MS Office
• Willingness to travel

Additional Information

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