• Assist in the day-to-day management of B2B Technology PR accounts, helping build strong relationships and ensuring exceptional client service. • Support the development and implementation of strategic PR plans that align with client objectives. • Proactively identify opportunities to enhance client results. • Contribute to the creation and execution of PR campaigns, including media outreach, influencer collaborations, and event activations. • Help draft press materials such as press releases, pitches, media alerts, and client communications. • Conduct media outreach to secure coverage and enhance brand visibility for clients. • Work collaboratively with senior team members and peers, actively participating in brainstorming and planning sessions. • Assist with project coordination to ensure timely delivery of high-quality work. • Stay informed about industry trends, media landscapes, and consumer insights. • Help track and compile campaign results, preparing clear and insightful client reports.

• Serve as senior lead for multiple B2B technology accounts, providing high-level strategy, vision, and counsel. • Build trusted partnerships with client executives, understanding business priorities and aligning PR strategies to drive impact. • Oversee integrated communications programs, including thought leadership, executive visibility, product storytelling, and industry positioning. • Anticipate challenges and provide proactive solutions to ensure long-term client success and retention. • Lead development of integrated media relations programs that secure meaningful, business-impacting coverage. • Shape executive narratives and messaging frameworks for complex technology stories. • Cultivate relationships with top-tier tech, trade, and business media outlets. • Oversee production of strategic content including press releases, bylines, and thought leadership articles. • Manage and mentor account teams to deliver high-quality work with efficiency and precision. • Provide direction, feedback, and guidance to ensure professional growth and career development. • Oversee team structure, workflow, and staffing allocations across multiple clients. • Contribute to business development efforts including proposal creation, presentations, and RFP responses. • Identify opportunities for organic growth within existing accounts. • Partner with senior leadership to shape best practices, improve processes, and drive overall agency excellence.

Role Description The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a prestigious research and development organization that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) manages and operates the NRAO under a cooperative agreement with the National Science Foundation. The Observatory is a hub for technological and scientific collaboration, operating state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. At NRAO, we are recruiting a Public Information Officer. This role shares stories about NRAO’s scientific and technological innovations with the general public. Responsibilities include: - Research, develop, and produce NRAO public information materials, including press releases, blog posts, announcements, briefs, presentations, talking points, and other public information products. - Provide input and support for content produced by EPO colleagues for the web, e-blasts, video, and social media. - Develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across all NRAO divisions and sites, the press, media producers, and external partners. - Assist NRAO leadership and other staff in preparing materials for presentations to the general public and media training for interviews. - Support public relations by answering requests from journalists, media producers, educators, and the general public about NRAO. - Support visits and tours for media producers and VIPs, including film and photography at NRAO facilities. - Support EPO outreach activities and special events, represent NRAO at public events and professional meetings. - Document projects and work following established processes in Public Information Group using platforms such as Jira, Google Suite, and Microsoft Suite. - Compliance with NRAO and government safety policies and procedures in own work area is expected. - Travel can be expected 2-4 times a year for conferences, outreach, and special events. - Other duties may be assigned. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in education, communication, science, or related field (Master's degree preferred). - Work experience may be considered in lieu of academic degrees for candidates from non-traditional educational backgrounds. Requirements - Minimum of five years of experience in journalism, public relations, or communications, preferably in connection with a scientific or technical organization. - High level of competency in Microsoft software products and web-based systems, Visio, and SharePoint. - Attention to detail is critical. - Highly organized. - Excellent communication skills. - Authorized to work in the United States; the Observatory cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this position. Benefits - Starting salary/hourly rate between $76,000-$84,558. - Excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days). - Medical, dental, and vision plans effective on the first day of employment. - AUI’s retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant’s base pay with no required employee contribution. Application Instructions Select the “Apply” button above. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the position. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement, please visit https://public.nrao.edu/careers/ . If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may submit your request by sending an email to resumes@nrao.edu .

• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies aligned with business objectives • Create and execute communication plans to enhance the company's visibility and reputation in the EU and US fintech sector • Identify and engage with relevant B2B influencers to amplify brand messaging and establish thought leadership • Cultivate and maintain relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and influencers • Secure and manage media coverage for company announcements, events, and thought leadership • Actively seek, identify, and leverage existing news pegs to promote the company's presence in the market • Generate fresh news angles and story ideas to maintain a continuous flow of positive coverage • Collaborate with content creators and SEO specialists to optimize content for search engines • Craft compelling advertorials that align with the brand and resonate with the target B2B audience • Work closely with company executives to craft key messages and talking points • Prepare executives for interviews, speaking engagements, and other public appearances • Support partnership initiatives through effective communication strategies • Oversee co-marketing and co-branding activities to maximize mutual benefits with strategic partners • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, and product development • Maintain the reputational risk map and escalation logic for negativity, misinformation, or sensitive public topics