Job Description:
The National Governors Association (NGA) seeks a press secretary to serve as a member of the communications team. The person selected for this position will work under the direction of the Director of Communications to implement communications strategies and handle media relations in support of NGA and the NGA Center for Best Practices initiatives, projects and day-to-day activities.
*RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works with Communications Director to develop communications strategies that support the goals of NGA and the nation's governors. Coordinates public relations efforts focusing on NGA's legislative activities.
Develops media-focused materials, including press kits, op-eds, press
releases, background pieces and statements.
Helps coordinate communications activities related to NGA activities,
including pitching events to media and coordinating editorial
meetings/roundtables.
Handles media relations for NGA press conferences and media events and
responds to media queries.
Assists with content development and management of online communications.
Provides media support for NGA Center activities as needed.
Provides on-site staff support for NGA Winter and Annual Meetings.
Performs other duties in the Office of Communications, as required.
*QUALIFICATIONS:*
• College degree in journalism or related field and three years of media
relations experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience in or knowledge of state government and policy issues.
• Demonstrated ability to write, proofread and edit.
• Ability to work in bipartisan political environment.
• Strong proficiency in standard software applications, including Outlook,
Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint, as well as Web-based communications.
Salary to mid seventies commensurate with experience. Resume must be
submitted online at www.nga.org.
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