About Arete Public Affairs:
At Arete Public Affairs, we believe in the power of strategic advocacy and government relations to drive meaningful change. Our client-focused approach is designed to help organizations navigate the complexities of public affairs. We are looking for a proactive and driven individual to join our team as a Public Affairs Coordinator in Austin, Texas. This entry-level role focuses on providing essential support to our principals, offering an excellent opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals and contribute to our mission of delivering impactful results for our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist principals in developing legislative strategies, drafting materials, preparing policy briefs, and supporting the coordination and presentation of advocacy efforts to lawmakers at the Texas Capitol.
Assist principals in implementing client engagement strategies, fostering relationships through outreach and activities that enhance client visibility and build rapport with key stakeholders.
Collaborate with principals to assist in the development and execution of strategic public affairs plans that align with client communications and reputation goals.
Manage and update the firm’s customer relationship management (CRM) system to ensure accurate tracking of client interactions, communications, and project progress, supporting principals in maintaining client relationships.
Support principals in overseeing the firm’s social media platforms, newsletters, and brand identity to ensure consistency with client values and messaging.
Help principals create and edit content such as press releases, speeches, newsletters, and other materials to support legislative advocacy and client visibility.
Assist principals in coordinating with media outlets to distribute press releases and promote client priorities.
Help execute marketing campaigns that align with legislative priorities and client goals, supporting principals in managing these efforts.
Work closely with internal teams and external partners to assist principals in ensuring alignment with legislative priorities and client needs.
Support principals by maintaining and analyzing client-specific data, providing insights to improve advocacy initiatives, legislative campaigns, and client success.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
At least 2-5 years of relevant communications, marketing, political campaign, or legislative experience preferred.
Experience managing CRM systems to track client interactions and project progress preferred.
Basic knowledge of the Texas legislative process with the ability to support principals in legislative strategy and advocacy.
Proficiency in LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media platforms.
Knowledge of marketing and advertising principles preferred; experience with tools like Google Analytics is a plus.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining focus on supporting principals and client satisfaction.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external partners, and principals.
Based in Austin with flexibility to travel to the Texas State Capitol for client events and engagements.
Compensation:
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Details regarding benefits will be shared during the interview process.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience, and three professional references to info@aretepa.com by January 31, 2025. Please include “Public Affairs Coordinator Position” in the subject line of your email.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Arete Public Affairs is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in understanding and addressing the unique needs of each of our clients.
Note: This job description is subject to modification as the needs of the company and its clients evolve.