Communications Specialist at AKOYA

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

82000.0

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Communications Planning, Cross-Office Coordination, Drafting, Reviewing, Liaison, Attention To Detail, Organizational Skills, Written Communication, Adaptability, Time Management

Industry

Public Relations and Communications Services

Description

ABOUT AKOYA We’re a woman-owned small business that delivers big results in strategic communications. For 25 years, Akoya has thrived in the government consulting landscape helping agencies launch new programs, leverage internal and external support, and drive their missions forward. Our strategic approach to communications increases the quality of services and makes Akoya a comfortable home for motivated communications professionals who value and rely on the idea-sharing and collaboration inherent in our corporate culture. COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST This is an exciting opportunity for an emerging communications professional to grow rapidly alongside a senior communications and stakeholder engagement expert supporting a senior leader at the U.S. Department of Energy. The right candidate will gain broad exposure to the full spectrum of government communications work — from high-stakes memos and stakeholder correspondence to communications planning and cross-office coordination — all in a fast-moving, high-visibility environment. The Communications Specialist supporting the Department of Energy will be responsible for: * Shadowing the senior communications consultant in meetings, absorbing best practices and contributing where directed * Tracking and managing assignments, action items, and deadlines on behalf of the senior consultant * Maintaining and proactively updating status tracking spreadsheets for communications products and more with precision and consistency, to keep the efforts of multiple offices moving forward * Supporting a wide variety of communications products, including written materials, briefings, and coordination documents * Drafting and helping to review emails, newsletter content and other communications products for higher-level approvals and distribution * Serving as a liaison and point of contact across multiple offices under the DOE leader’s portfolio * Adapting quickly to shifting priorities and manage competing tasks in a dynamic environment WHY THIS ROLE? * You’ll work at the intersection of communications and policy at one of the federal government’s most active agencies. With exposure to multiple offices and a wide range of products, this role offers rare breadth for a communications professional early in their career. You’ll have a front-row seat to how senior-level government communications operates — and a mentor invested in your development REQUIREMENTS * Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience Alternatively, must have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 3 years of experience * Must be based in the Eastern time zone. Location in Washington, DC-area a plus * U.S. citizenship is required with verbal and written fluency in English * Must be able to receive and maintain a federal security clearance (public trust level) * Prior exposure to communications, public affairs, or a related field (government or adjacent experience a plus) * Exceptional attention to detail — accuracy in tracking, writing, and adherence to existing processes is non-negotiable * Resilience and composure; the ability to work effectively on the fly when priorities shift * Strong written communication skills, including the ability to produce clean, professional content and correspondence for internal and external audiences * Organizational skills and a proactive, team-centered mindset; the ability to anticipate needs before they arise * Eagerness to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility over time DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS * Familiarity with government policy a plus BASE COMPENSATION * Base compensation: $72,000 to $82,000 annually. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as location, education, years of experience, and candidate skillset. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Akoya provides generous benefits for its full-time employees including: * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) * Eleven federal holidays and paid time off * Flextime to navigate the unexpected * And more! Akoya is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations, affords equal opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, age, creed, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Responsibilities

The specialist will shadow a senior consultant, absorbing best practices, and managing assignments, action items, and deadlines. Responsibilities also include supporting various communications products like emails and briefings, and serving as a liaison across multiple offices.