Careers

Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Associate (Contractor)

Location: Remote; Washington, DC, area preferred
Commitment: Approximately 20 hours per week
Rate: $50–$60 per hour, based on experience

About OCG+

Open Channels Group(OCG+) advises leaders and organizations working to shape stronger communities. We help clients navigate complex issues, build trusted relationships, and communicate with clarity. Our work spans executive advisory, public affairs, coalition building, and strategic communications.

The opportunity

We are seeking a midlevel associate to support client projects and OCG+ initiatives. Working closely with the CEO and a team of senior consultants, you will help turn strategy into clear plans, strong content, and well-organized execution. This role is a good fit for someone who can manage several priorities, write confidently for different audiences, and take ownership of work while collaborating with others.

What you’ll do

  • Support community engagement and visibility plans through stakeholder research, relationship mapping, outreach coordination, and thought leadership.

  • Draft and edit communications plans, talking points, presentations, newsletters, proposals, and other client materials.

  • Develop social media content and help manage content calendars, scheduling, and performance tracking.

  • Create graphics and visual materials for digital campaigns, presentations, and marketing.

  • Coordinate project timelines, meeting preparation, follow-ups, and deliverables across multiple workstreams.

  • Participate in client meetings and internal strategy sessions, capture next steps, and help move work forward.

  • Maintain contact databases, stakeholder lists, and communications trackers.

  • Provide day-to-day client and project support as needs arise.

What you bring

  • Three to five years of experience in strategic communications, public affairs, advocacy, marketing, or a related field.

  • Excellent writing, editing, research, and verbal communication skills.

  • Experience developing content for social media and digital audiences.

  • Strong project management skills and the ability to meet deadlines across several assignments.

  • Sound judgment, attention to detail, and comfort working directly with senior colleagues and clients.

  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment while staying responsive and collaborative.

  • Interest in organizations working across social impact, philanthropy, healthcare, business, or public policy.

  • Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools is a plus.

To apply: Please send your résumé, a brief note about your interest, and two relevant writing or work samples to info@ocgpr.com. Include “OCG+ Associate Contractor” in the subject line.