The National Science Foundation (NSF) Office of Legislative and Public Affairs (OLPA) requires:
I. Administrative & Program Support
1. Administrative Support
- Manages day-to-day operations, calendars, emails, and documentation.
- Supports travel, meetings, communications, and stakeholder engagement.
- Maintains databases, tracks metrics, and ensures document quality.
2. Metrics Analyst
- Tracks and analyzes engagement across platforms.
- Evaluates communication effectiveness and provides strategic insights.
- Prepares performance reports and dashboards to inform decision-making.
II. Strategic Communications
1. Strategic Communications
- Develops and refines communication strategies aligned with NSF goals.
- Supports integration of digital, multimedia, and written materials.
- Uses audience feedback to improve campaigns.
III. Event Support
1. Events Coordinator
- Manages logistics for NSF meetings, conferences, and exhibits.
- Supports event design, execution, and vendor coordination.
- Ensures compliance with accessibility standards; some travel required.
2. Event Planning & Management
- Plans and manages high-profile and quick-turnaround events.
- Coordinates venue logistics, signage, security, catering, etc.
3. Speaker & RSVP Management
- Recommends and manages event speakers.
- Handles invitation/RVSP platforms, speaker prep, and coordination.
4. Event Communication & Reports
- Provides surveys, reports, and weekly updates on event progress.
IV. Digital Services
1. Graphic Design & Animation
- Designs visuals, infographics, illustrations, and animations for various platforms.
- Ensures branding and accessibility compliance.
2. Web Design & Development
- Supports NSF.gov content updates, layout design, and CMS (Drupal) work.
3. Digital Asset Management
- Archives and manages multimedia assets; advises on copyright and permissions.
V. Writing Support
1. Speechwriting
- Drafts speeches, testimonies, and leadership messaging.
2. Content Creation
- Writes blogs, articles, press releases, and summaries of scientific work.
3. Social Media
- Develops SEO-optimized and accessible social media content.
4. Scriptwriting
- Creates scripts for video/podcast content tailored to various audiences.
5. Editing & QA
- Edits all written content for style, grammar, plain language, and accessibility.
