Deputy Director of Communications

Deputy Director of Communications Job Summary:

Sparks Group is looking for a Deputy Director of Communications to join a well-known institution in Washington, DC. This will be hybrid opportunity (3 days onsite, 2 remote).

Deputy Director of Communications Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning, oversight, production and implementation of communications-related activities, including, but not limited to: website, press, media relations, social media, publications, awards, grant writing, presentations, and multimedia/video.
• Ensures all departments within the company have appropriate access to messaging. Responsible for creation of engaging content for various platforms catering to numerous user groups.
• Develops effective communication strategies and correlated tactics.
• Manages and improves internal communications (memos, newsletters, etc.), as well as external communications flows.
• Drafts content (e.g., press releases) for mass media or website. Researches and writes press releases, and content for the website, infographics, blogs, and newsletters.
• Determines content topics, coordinates with others to obtain information, writes, edits, designs and sends content to internal and external audiences.
• Organizes initiatives and plan events or press conferences.
• Liaises with media and handles requests for interviews, statements etc.
• Collaborates with marketing professionals to produce copy for advertisements or articles.
• Develops and implements a communication strategy that includes media outreach and social media content creation.
• Acquires and maintains a detailed knowledge of company/department policies, principles, and strategies, and keeps up-to-date with relevant developments.
• Supports and evaluates results of communication campaigns with the team.
• Builds and maintains relationships with journalists and key external players.

Deputy Director of Communications Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in communications, public relations, or media relations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and persuasive messages for diverse audiences.
• Strong editing skills and deep understanding of audience, tone and style.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, media relations, and crisis communication.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms, including social media management, content management systems, and email marketing software.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed.

About Sparks Group:

Sparks Group has been named to Inavero’s Best of Staffing Lists® for Client and Employee Satisfaction every year since 2012. Founded in 1970, Sparks Group is a full-service staffing and recruiting firm that understands the core values integral to your business. For nearly five decades we have taken a personalized approach to recruiting and staffing. We specialize in rapidly placing quality talent by cultivating relationships with commercial, federal and non-profit clients. We connect leading companies and nonprofits with exceptional IT, finance, creative and administrative talent - nationwide.

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This job is Hybrid Remote.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.