#CJ23-0067 Social Media Advisor

Leads planning and implementation of CDP’s social media strategy.  Responsibilities include: (a) working with CDP offices to develop social media plans for long-term campaigns and emergent events; (b) monitor social media traffic in CDP’s areas of focus, providing CDP leadership with insights into audience interests and the performance of CDP’s messages; (c) communicating the activities and statements of CDP leadership on social media.

Specific duties and responsibilities:

• Maintain a consistent publishing schedule of content on CDP’s social media channel(s) LinkedIn, X, and YouTube.
• Develop social media toolkits, basic graphics, and other resources for State Department and U.S. interagency account managers to use when communicating on topics in CDP’s portfolio.
• Engage with followers and other accounts, in line with CDP’s social media strategy.
• Convene and facilitate discussions with CDP and U.S. interagency colleagues to plan social media campaigns on priority topics.
• Collect and analyze social media data pertaining to CDP campaigns and key topics. Present findings to CDP bureau leadership.
• In collaboration with the Digital Content Specialist, develop multimedia social media content.
• Establish relationships with other digital communications professionals in the U.S. government and beyond to strengthen CDP’s external partnerships.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to all stakeholders including senior management and content developers.
• Participate in Strategic Planning and Communications Unit discussions on unit strategy and operations.
• Ensure an efficient two-way flow of information between CDP/SPC and other Department social media teams.
• Direct memoranda and other correspondence through appropriate channels, on time and in standard formats.
• Safeguard sensitive and privileged information in accordance with U.S. government regulations.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• A Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the SECRET level.
• Demonstrated digital communications experience; digital and video editing experience also preferred.
• Knowledge of best practices for communicating using social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience communicating both orally and in writing to senior managers.
• Some familiarity with topics relevant to international cyberspace and digital policy.
• Fluency in modern technology collaboration tools including MS Teams, SharePoint, G Suite, O365; etc.
• Some familiarity with digital content creation software such as Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere / Final Cut Pro, or equivalents.
• Adaptability to work flexibly and efficiently in a rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrated curiosity in continued learning and growth on the job.
• Openness to critique, curiosity to learn from a spectrum of perspectives, and experience or strong interest in collaborating closely with others.