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Summary
USCIRF is actively seeking an experienced and creative Communications Specialist to be a key member of the Outreach and Policy team. The Communications Specialist will support USCIRF's activities as they relate primarily to media activities and advocacy.
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Overview
- Job closed
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Open & closing dates
10/31/2019 to 11/18/2019
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Salary
$50,000 - $70,000 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 00
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent - Direct Hire
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Work schedule
Full-time - Monday - Friday
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
None
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Announcement number
USCIRF-17-03
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Control number
550474300
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Duties
Reporting to the Director of Outreach and Policy, the Communications Specialist's primary responsibilities involve the following:
1. Website / Social Media accounts
- Managing USCIRF's website including updating and maintaining all content;
- Managing and enhancing USCIRF's social media outreach, including Facebook and Twitter;
- Managing website vendors;
- Monitoring USCIRF's media and social media coverage, including receiving, coordinating, and tracking media inquiries; and
- Utilizing website analytics to improve outreach effectiveness.
- Create and maintain media contact lists;
- Compiling and distributing daily press clips;
- Assisting with writing and promoting stories, op-editorials, press releases, etc. that support USCIRF and the agency's overall mission; and
- Strategically circulating press releases and other documents generated by USCIRF to global, local, regional, and national media contacts.
- Identifying and cultivating audiences and constituencies that benefit from and/or support USCIRF's mission;
- Take photos and maintain photograph database;
- Plan and promote special events;
- Pitching calls to media outlets as needed;
- Assisting with development and implementation of communications strategy; and
- Performing other duties as assigned.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Minimum 3 years' progressively responsible experience commensurate with duties outlined above.
Qualifications
- Must be a U.S. citizen;
- Satisfactory completion of a background investigation;
- Completion of a probationary period;
- Selectee must be able to meet and maintain suitability and security requirements;
- Experience working with the media required;
- Experience drafting press releases, web content, and other communications materials;
- Experience with website maintenance, or the ability to learn the necessary skills quickly;
- Experience working with various publishing programs such as Microsoft Publisher or InDesign;
- Experience working with various contact management systems such as Wordpress or Drupal and email distribution programs such as Cision, Meltwater, Mail Chimp, etc.;
- Ability to implement a social media strategy and experience with media outreach including Facebook and Twitter;
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced setting, defining and meeting deadlines;
- Ability to synthesize information from various sources;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including copy editing;
- Working knowledge of AP Style, MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, web platforms, HTML, email clients, Google Analytics (and/or other metrics tools), and other web-related skills, including digital graphic design creation and video editing software such as iMovie are helpful, but not required; and
- Extreme attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and collegial demeanor.
Education
Candidates must possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree.
Additional information
Benefits
USCIRF offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, ten Federal holidays, retirement, life insurance, and medical benefits. Please visit https://www.opm.gov/ for more information on benefits.
Other Information
Selective Service. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify at the time of appointment that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law.
Reasonable Accommodation. USCIRF provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact USCIRF at (202) 523-3240. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Equal Employment Opportunity. The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
This job is excepted from the competitive civil service. Applicants will be evaluated and deemed either eligible or ineligible based on the (1) completeness of the submission of the required materials, (2) relevance and quality of experience and education, and (3) desired qualifications described above.
Pursuant to section 204(c) of the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998, as amended, USCIRF staff members are hired "on the basis of professional and nonpartisan qualifications."
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Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
- cover letter;
- resume;
- three references; and
- writing sample (no more than five pages; preferably a press release).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply, candidates must email to jobs@uscirf.gov the following:
- cover letter;
- resume;
- three references; and
- writing sample (no more than five pages; preferably a press release).
No calls please.
Agency contact information
Thomas Kraemer
- Address
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US Commission on International Religious Freedom
732 N Capitol Street NW
Suite A714
Washington, DC 20401
US
Next steps
Applications will be held in strict confidence. After submitting your application for this position, you will receive an e-mail confirming receipt of your application materials. USCIRF will contact you if we wish to schedule an interview or if we require additional information or references. Please email all questions about the position to jobs@uscirf.gov.
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The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
- cover letter;
- resume;
- three references; and
- writing sample (no more than five pages; preferably a press release).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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No calls please.
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How to Apply
To apply, candidates must email to jobs@uscirf.gov the following:
- cover letter;
- resume;
- three references; and
- writing sample (no more than five pages; preferably a press release).
No calls please.
Agency contact information
Thomas Kraemer
- Address
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US Commission on International Religious Freedom
732 N Capitol Street NW
Suite A714
Washington, DC 20401
US
Next steps
Applications will be held in strict confidence. After submitting your application for this position, you will receive an e-mail confirming receipt of your application materials. USCIRF will contact you if we wish to schedule an interview or if we require additional information or references. Please email all questions about the position to jobs@uscirf.gov.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom
Created by the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998, the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) is an independent bipartisan U.S. legislative agency which monitors the universal right to the freedom of religion or belief abroad, using international standards to do so, and makes policy recommendations to the President, Secretary of State, and Congress. USCIRF's activities include: engaging with Administration officials, members of Congress, foreign government and international organization officials, think tanks, policy experts, and members of civil society and religious groups; disseminating information to the public and policymakers through op-eds, press releases, policy briefs, reports, and other publications; participating in Congressional hearings; convening public hearings and expert briefings; engaging in overseas visits and inquiries; and participating in multilateral fora. More information about USCIRF is available at https://www.uscirf.gov/.
Agency contact information
Thomas Kraemer
- Address
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US Commission on International Religious Freedom
732 N Capitol Street NW
Suite A714
Washington, DC 20401
US