**KPS** **Job ID 2475237** _KGS is seeking qualified candidates for our open positions, but we will only extend an offer of employment after a candidate applies through the link in our job posting. If you receive a job offer via email only and have not been interviewed by the KGS hiring manager, feel free to contact_ _KGSrecruiting@koniag-gs.com_ _to verify its validity._ **Koniag Professional Services, LLC,** a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an Alumni Outreach Specialist to support **KPS** and our government customer in Washington, DC. _This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity._ We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. Koniag Professional Services, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, provides innovative information management and digital outreach solutions to support the missions of U.S. federal government agencies. Our team of professionals specializes in creating and executing effective communication strategies, managing digital platforms, and fostering global networks and communities. The Alumni Outreach Specialist will support the bureau's global outreach efforts for alumni programming. This role will develop and execute overall alumni marketing and branding strategies, manage general social media outreach and digital campaigns, create marketing and web content for internal and external audiences, and serve as a lead point of contact for the bureau's alumni-related social networking and storytelling initiatives. The Alumni Outreach Specialist will also lead outreach efforts designed to build and maintain the global alumni network, liaising with U.S. Embassies, State Department colleagues, NGOs, and alumni to promote the resources available to alumni via the International Exchange Alumni website. **Education and Experience Requirements:** + Bachelor’s or master’s degree in journalism, communications, international affairs, public relations, or a related field + Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret-level security clearance + Minimum of 3 years of specialized experience in alumni outreach, digital marketing, communications, or a related field **Required Skills and Competencies:** + Familiarity with U.S. foreign policy and international educational and cultural exchanges + Experience studying or working abroad + Proficiency in at least one foreign language **Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in:** + Alumni.state.gov + Alumniarchive.state.gov + MS Office Suite + Adobe Creative Suite + Email marketing tools (e.g., MailChimp) + Knowledge of HTML is a plus + Proven experience in creating and managing content for social media and websites + Expertise in developing communication strategies for global and diverse audiences (preferably alumni audiences) + Strong web marketing and editing skills + Knowledge of social networking technologies + Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English + Strong research, presentation, and creative skills + Flexible, team-oriented approach to work The Alumni Outreach Specialist will play a vital role in developing and implementing effective communication strategies, managing digital platforms, fostering global alumni networks, and supporting the bureau's international exchange programs and initiatives through targeted outreach and engagement. **Working Environment & Conditions** This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. **Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy** The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation. _Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit_ _www.koniag-gs.com._ **_Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352_**