What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communication and Public Affairs Specialist position at Seneca Holdings?
Great Hill Solutions, LLCis part of the Seneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies. SNGis Seneca Holdings' federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visitthe website and follow us onLinkedIn.
Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs.Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.
Great Hill has an opening for a Public Affairs Officer to support upcoming work with the Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP). This team member will lead strategic communications, focus on donor recruitment and outreach communication and programming, support media engagement and crisis communications. This role will ensure all communications align with Department of Defense (DoD) policies, regulatory requirements, and Defense Health Agency (DHA) strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute an annual ASBP communications strategy.
- Create campaign calendars, communication plans, and performance metrics.
- Design and implement targeted donor recruitment campaigns including developing outreach materials (digital and print.)
- Collaborate with and coordinate promotional support for blood drives across military installations.
- Draft press releases, fact sheets, talking points, and media advisories and support leadership messaging.
- Develop crisis communication plans and response protocols.
- Manage ASBP digital platforms and social media channels.
- Develop educational content on blood safety and donor eligibility.
- Communicate policy updates and program changes or other regulatory updates.
- Track outreach effectiveness and donor conversion rates.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Affairs, Communications, Journalism, Public Health, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in public affairs, strategic communications, or military communications.
- Experience supporting federal or DoD programs preferred.
- Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a public trust Clearance
- Strong writing, editing, and executive briefing skills.
- Familiarity with federal communication policies and approval processes.
- Ability to travel.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting blood programs, healthcare organizations, or public health initiatives.
- Knowledge of donor recruitment strategy and community engagement.
- Proficiency in digital analytics tools and content management systems.
- Experience preparing senior leaders for media engagements.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.
Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, a victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.