Develop and
implement communication strategies to ensure positive and productive
relationships with internal and external stakeholders including NAA members, state
elected officials, government officials, the media, advocacy groups and
industry partners.
Work with
Communications and Government Affairs staffs to translate policy priorities and
initiatives into strong communication strategies that support the goals and
agenda of NAA.
Manage
communication activities between Communications and Government Affairs staff to
ensure NAA messaging is coordinated with overall strategic efforts,
congressional actions, state initiatives and federal regulatory proposals, and
that priorities, goals and timelines are aligned and achieved. Identify opportunities to expand the public
affairs message of NAA.
Reinforce NAA brand identity and strengthen overall outreach to
external audiences at the state and local levels. Seek out and coordinate NAA participation
in external programs and events. Serve
as primary contact for external stakeholders and respond to questions from NAA
membership. Participate in meetings and
forums in support of NAA priorities.
Creation
of internal and external communications including position papers, testimony,
talking points, blog posts, articles and other communication materials as
needed. In coordination with Communications, utilize online
technologies, including use of social media platforms for communicating with external
stakeholders.
Requirements:
3-5 years experience in public
relations, public affairs, communications or government affairs, preferably in
the housing industry.
Demonstrated success in developing
and executing membership, marketing and communication strategies.
Strong written communication skills.
Successful track record building and
sustaining relationships, working with elected officials and their staff as
well as membership organizations and third party coalitions.
Experience managing external
vendors, budgets, projects and events.
Strong interpersonal and
presentation skills.
Knowledge of new media technologies.
Bachelor's degree in communications,
political science, marketing or related.
Benefits:
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Generous
portion of employee benefits coverage paid (medical, dental, vision, and
prescription)
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12
paid vacation and sick days
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10
paid holidays
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100%
paid Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Long term
care
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401(k)
plan with up to 5% matching
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Transportation/Parking
Subsidy
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Educational
benefits and Professional Membership benefits
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Business
Casual
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All
benefits (except 401(k)) are effective the first of the month following your
hire date.
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