Strategic Communications Specialist

Who We Are

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OpenMinds is a cognitive defence tech company countering authoritarian influence in the battle for free and open societies. We work with over 30 governments and organisations worldwide, including Ukraine, the UK, and NATO member governments, leading StratCom agencies, and research institutions.

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Our expertise lies in accessing restricted and high-risk environments, including conflict zones and closed platforms.

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We combine ML technologies with deep local expertise, particularly on Russia and Ukraine. Our team, based in Kyiv, London, Ottawa, and Washington, DC, includes behavioural scientists, ML/AI engineers, data journalists, communications experts, and regional specialists.

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Our core values are: speed, experimentation, elegance and focus. We are expanding the team and welcome passionate, proactive, and resourceful professionals who are eager to contribute to the global fight in cognitive warfare.

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Who we’re looking for

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OpenMinds is seeking an initiative-taking and creative Strategic Communications Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in crafting, executing, and measuring the impact of behaviour change communication strategies.

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In this position, you will:

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— Design and implement multi-channel strategic communication campaigns informed by behavioural science, AI insights, and deep sociopolitical understanding

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— Identify key target audiences, understand their motivations and barriers, and develop tailored messaging to shift attitudes and behaviours

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— Select and adapt communication channels (including unconventional and hard-to-reach platforms) to maximise message penetration and engagement

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— Establish clear metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of communication campaigns, adjusting strategies based on real-time feedback and performance analysis

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We are a perfect match if you have:

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— Proven experience in strategic communications, political campaigning, performance marketing, or behaviour change communication

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— Fluency in written Russian and a nuanced understanding of the Russian political, social, and media landscape

— Strong ability to develop narratives and adapt them to different audiences and channels

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— Ability to interpret data and audience insights to refine strategies and optimise campaign performance

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— Creative and strategic mindset, with a proactive approach to tackling challenges

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We offer:

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— Work in a fast-growing company with proprietary AI technologies

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— Competitive market salary

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— Flexible work arrangements, including adjustable hours, location, and remote/hybrid options

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— Unlimited vacation and leave policies

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— Opportunity to present your work on Tier 1 conferences, panels, and briefings behind the closed doors

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— Work face-to-face with world-leading experts in their fields, who are our partners and friends

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— Opportunities for professional development within a multidisciplinary team, boasting experience from academia, journalism, tech, and intelligence sectors

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— A work culture that values resourcefulness, proactivity, and independence, with a firm stance against micromanagement

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