ul>At least 7-10 years of strategic communications experience directly or closely related to science, technology, innovation, and/or policy; Proven ability to develop targeted messaging for distinct audiences and translating complex technical or policy content into accessible communications for general audiences; Demonstrated experience designing, managing, and facilitating convenings, workshops, or structured stakeholder engagement processes with high-profile, thought leaders; Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects on time with limited oversight; Ability to develop social media and content dissemination strategies, including platform selection and content architecture; Knowledge of the traditional and non-traditional media landscape and experience managing media relations for events; Exceptional writing, editing, communication, and collaboration skills; Familiarity with the federal science and technology policy landscape (e.g., federal government S&T institutions); Enthusiasm for strengthening bridges between the public and science and technology policy organizations; A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and pursuing it within the mission of FAS and within the broader science and technology ecosystem. - Experience developing communications designed to reach across ideological lines and/or transpartisan audiences;
- Knowledge of communications research, methodologies, and frameworks;
- Experience supporting congressional science policy communications (e.g., developing materials for congressional outreach, policy proposals);
- Experience designing and managing message testing;
- Bachelor’s and/or advanced degree in strategic communications, communications, science communications, public relations, public policy, science policy, journalism, marketing, or related field.