Public Affairs & Media Engagement (50375)

MIRACORP INC•Fort Belvoir, VA

4d•$115,000 - $145,000

About The Position

We are seeking a confident and strategic Public Affairs & Media Engagement Specialist to support university-level public affairs and media engagement initiatives. This role provides media training support, messaging guidance, press coordination, and public affairs execution aligned with Government communication objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
4+ years of experience in public affairs, media relations, or strategic communications.
Experience drafting press releases and responding to media inquiries.
Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
Demonstrated experience advising leadership or stakeholders on messaging and public engagement.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage sensitive or high-visibility communications.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting federal or government public affairs offices.
Familiarity with higher education or acquisition workforce environments.
Experience conducting media training or executive communications coaching.
Knowledge of public affairs clearance and coordination processes.

Responsibilities

Maintain, update, and refine media training materials in coordination with Government leads.
Provide coaching and advisory support to employees and students on message development, presentation skills, and effective communication techniques.
Assist in delivering small-group media training sessions, workshops, and practice engagements.
Offer structured, constructive feedback to improve participant clarity, confidence, and message delivery.
Support preparation of talking points, key messages, and briefing materials for individuals participating in media engagements.
Draft and coordinate press releases, media advisories, and other public-facing communication products.
Develop social media content aligned with public affairs messaging and organizational priorities.
Assist in fielding media inquiries and coordinating responses with Government leadership.
Support execution of public affairs activities in alignment with established communication and engagement plans.
Coordinate media-related tasks for events, including press logistics, messaging alignment, and on-site support.
Ensure all public affairs materials reflect accurate, consistent messaging and adhere to organizational standards.
Collaborate with Government leads, program staff, and stakeholders to ensure alignment of messaging and public engagement activities.
Manage sensitive or high-visibility communications with professionalism and discretion.
Maintain organized workflows for review, approval, and dissemination of public affairs products.