What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Media Communications Specialist with Publications position at Central Point Partners?
This position is in Marketing Realm however FOCUS is Strategic Communications and Brand
Scientific Research Company
HYBRID in Washington DC- in office Tuesday and Wednesday
Contract until 12/31/25
Communications Specialist
Focus on social media, writing, and messaging
Strong paid social media
Must have similar industry experience
Canva- nice to have. If no canva any system experience that is similar
Top Items looking for
Attention to detail- will look for errors on resume
Writing ability
Similar industry
Ambitious
Degree in Communications/Science but NOT a must have
Position Accountabilities
- Contribute to communications projects through planning, composition, coordination with teams, and content delivery
- Develop messaging and materials that may include announcements, blog posts, social media content, talking points, and other pieces of content as needed
- Manage and monitor Publications’ brand-level social media presence across platforms to schedule content and engage with our community
- Field and implement requests for organic social posts and paid social advertising
- Provide support and guidance for other staff who manage social accounts for journals and other sub-brands of Publications
- Assist the Senior Communications Manager with other duties as required
Applicant Requirements and Preferences
- A bachelor’s degree, with a preference for fields related to communications or science
- Five years of experience in communications or a related function at a prominent organization
- Positive attitude that contributes to the team culture in accordance with our Core Values: Ambition, Integrity, Teamwork in Teams of Teams, and Clear and Effective Communication
- Confident and self-motivated professional who proactively identifies problems and solutions
- Clear thinker with an organized and detail-oriented approach
- Excellent writer and communicator
- Significant experience managing social media for a similarly high-profile organization and familiarity with management platforms like Brandwatch or Buffer
- Experience with basic design through tools like Canva
- Familiarity with paid digital and social advertising on Meta and/or LinkedIn
- Preference for familiarity and experience with researchers and the scientific community
