Digital Manager, Crisis and Issues
Sep 9, 2020 |
As a leading expert in crisis and reputational risk management, SDJ Strategies (SDJ) specializes in devising strategy to mitigate complex, high-risk situations. We offer a sophisticated ability to distinguish “the signal from the noise” in rapidly evolving and escalating environments, enabling clients to readily anticipate and mitigate their crisis and risk exposure. SDJ is looking for a Digital Manager to join its growing team of consultants specializing in this unique and challenging work. This is an opportunity to join a new and fast-growing business, work closely with intelligent, committed colleagues who inspire and support each other in serving the client as a team, and contribute to a culture of excellence and high performance. Responsibilities • Enhance in-house digital communications capability, including: digital auditing; SEO and SEM; community management; digital monitoring, analytics and reporting across earned, owned and paid media + search, with real-time capability as needed • Conduct desk-side research with an appreciation for recognizing what is important and with an eye toward informing communications strategy • Produce written work product, including internal and client-facing reports, analysis, messaging, engagement materials, collateral, etc. • Serve as project manager on client accounts, as assigned Experience and Attributes • BA with a minimum of 4 and up to 6 years of experience in public affairs/issues management • Digital communications experience required • Former agency and/or political campaign experience preferred • Motivated and resourceful self-starter with experience or interest in strategic communications, legal and regulatory, politics, and public policy • Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills • Strategic and analytical thinker • Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, including ability to triage a high volume of incoming information and manage competing interests under deadline • Detail-oriented is a must • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team • Interest in and appreciation for current events and the news • Fluent in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, and GSuite products • Experience with Lexis Nexis Newsdesk and design software
