Basic knowledge of clients’ therapeutic category(s), audiences, and related advocacy issues
Basic understanding of advocacy account’s strategic drivers and competitors
Basic research skills; able to locate information on advocacy landscape and therapeutic areas as required. Ability to communicate research results effectively and concisely
Assist with execution of project-based advocacy tactics
Initial development of communications and internal materials such as briefs and timelines as needed
Keeps accurate and organized records of estimates and estimate revisions
Contributes to accurate and thorough documentation: status reports, timelines, agendas, etc.
Supports creative brief development and relationships with cross functional teams
Contact with key clients and stakeholders, as needed
Internal Focus
Supports development and maintenance of clients’ budgets; understands the connection between work effort, hours spent and budget; familiarity with and adherence to agency financial and operating procedures and policies. Organizes budgets, invoices, client budget trackers, other financial measures; begins to develop, analyze and review individual and overall budgets
Assists with the creation of project estimates via a cross-capability collaborative approach
Understanding of agency organization and process. Ensures projects flow through the agency correctly in a timely manner. Utilizes cross functional team members for knowledge and experience
Continuously learning technology including internal and external systems; basic to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Experience Requirements
1 - 2 years
Educational Requirements
Bachelor/Honors
Skills
Must be organized and punctualWell-presented and professionalExcellent verbal and written communication skillStrong skills in content editing, proof reading and publishingDemonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfoliothorough knowledge of timing, motivation, and continuityAbility to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office and internet functions