Job Description
Job Title: Public Affairs Assistant
Department:Communications & Public Affairs
Reports to: Manager,Communications & Public Affairs
Location: Florence AZ
Overview:
Florence Copper is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Public Affairs Assistant to support the company’s community relations, communications, and public affairs efforts. Reporting to the Manager of Communications and Public Affairs, this position offers an exciting opportunity to engage with local communities and key external and internal stakeholders, promoting Florence Copper’s role in the community and making a positive socioeconomic impact locally.
Key Responsibilities:
•Assist with development and execution of internal and external communications initiatives.
•Assist in the execution of community outreach programs and events, including coordinating logistics, managing materials, and providing on-site support.
•Collect photo and video content for social media, graphic design, and other uses.
•Assist with procurement of community engagement materials, including donations, branded merchandise, and vendor booth materials.
•Create graphic designs for messaging, including PowerPoints, graphics, social media posts, and posters.
•Assist with drafting, editing, and distributing blog posts, newsletters, and other communications.
•Help manage social media platforms by drafting content and graphics, scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and tracking performance metrics.
•Assist with updating and maintaining project website.
•Assist with maintaining ESG data records regarding project donations and stakeholder engagement.
•Help coordinate site tours and visitors on site.
•Attend local community meetings, public forums, and other events as a representative of Florence Copper.
•Assist in the coordination and implementation of charitable giving initiatives, including the Florence Copper Community Foundation and Creating Opportunities Scholarship Program.
•Provide administrative support to Manager of Communications and Public Affairs.
•Monitor media coverage and community feedback related to Florence Copper.
•Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
•Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•Strong knowledge of social media platforms and digital communications tools (Hootsuite, Constant Contact, etc.).
•Experience in community outreach, public relations, or event planning is a plus.
•Skill with graphic design programs preferred, including Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, etc.
•Photography and video editing knowledge is preferred.
•Knowledge of local community and wider Pinal County.
•Knowledge of the mining industry is desirable but not required.