Junior Public Relations Specialist

Links Global is looking for a Junior Public Relations Specialist to join our team in a temporary position to support a federal government program that aims to reach and engage with populations through hurricane-impacted regions of North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Florida.
Duties
The Jr. PR Specialist will support communication planning, outreach to regional stakeholders, media relations, social media, and data collection and reporting for a government project. The specialist will need to learn about the program's background and objectives, quickly and hit the ground running under the direction of a program manager.
Qualifications

• Minimum Experience: 4 Years of public relations experience
• Education: B.A. or B.S. degree in public relations or related field.
• Pass a federal background investigation (Tier 1). Note if you had a favorably adjudicated, federal background investigation within the last five years, you may be eligible to by-pass a new investigation.
• Organized, fast-learner
• Knowledgeable of impacted-regions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Google workspace tools, various virtual meeting software
• Attention to detail and ability to follow policies and procedures
• Need to have your own telework space, computer, and cell phone (a monthly stipend will be provided)

The wage is $32 per hour for an estimated 40 hours per week for 10-12 weeks with a possible extension for another 10-12 weeks. Job is remote except for a few in-person meetings which will take place either in Poolesville or Rockville.