Political Strategist

Job Summary

The Political Strategist will serve as a key advisor and planner within Moris Media’s political communication framework. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and monitoring campaign strategies that strengthen political visibility, build reputation equity, and ensure coherent communication across traditional and digital platforms.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the political ecosystem, exceptional analytical ability, and an instinct for storytelling that aligns with public sentiment. The Strategist will collaborate with leadership teams, digital experts, and media coordinators to craft narratives, manage issue positioning, and ensure messaging consistency. This position combines strategic foresight, communication intelligence, and operational leadership to deliver measurable influence in the public domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and direct political campaign strategies aligned with client objectives

• Analyze voter sentiment, competitor activity, and political trends

• Create and manage messaging frameworks for media and digital outreach

• Advise leadership teams on issue prioritization and reputation management

• Coordinate with digital, PR, and research teams for campaign execution

• Supervise narrative consistency across speeches, posts, and press statements

• Manage crisis communication planning and public response strategies

• Present campaign performance insights to senior stakeholders

• Recommend adaptive actions based on public data and polling insights

• Ensure alignment of regional and national messaging

• Oversee internal team collaboration and workflow during campaigns

• Track KPIs tied to visibility, engagement, and voter sentiment

• Mentor junior strategists and guide them in data-led storytelling

• Lead periodic strategy reviews and campaign evaluations

• Support senior leadership in formulating long-term political positioning

Primary Skills

• Political Communication Strategy – Design narratives based on voter psychology

• Data Interpretation – Translate sentiment and polling into actionable plans

• Media Acumen – Understand framing, timing, and issue sensitivity

• Crisis Management – Respond effectively under political pressure

• Digital Integration – Align online and offline campaign storytelling

• Research Orientation – Leverage insights for continuous campaign refinement

• Client Advisory – Deliver fact-based, actionable recommendations

• Presentation & Reporting – Communicate strategic updates clearly

• Leadership Collaboration – Manage multi-disciplinary coordination

• Adaptability – Thrive in evolving political and communication environments

Qualification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mass Communication, Political Science, or Public Relations

• Additional certifications in campaign management or media strategy preferred

• Excellent written, verbal, and analytical communication skills

• Strong understanding of political systems, issues, and reputation management

• Proficiency in digital tools and media monitoring platforms

Experience

• 2–7 years of experience in political strategy, PR, or campaign communication

• Proven experience working with political figures, agencies, or media outlets

• Exposure to on-ground, constituency-level campaign environments

• History of delivering projects under high-pressure timelines

• Collaboration with cross-functional communication or research teams

Personality Type – Consultative and Strategic

• Strategic Thinker – Anticipates shifts and plans proactively

• Team Builder – Guides and supports internal teams effectively

• Result-Oriented – Focused on measurable outcomes

• Adaptable – Adjusts approach with political and situational changes

• Growth-Minded – Seeks constant learning and innovation

• Resilient – Maintains composure during campaign intensity

• Travel-Ready – Comfortable with field and constituency work

Travelling Requirement

Periodic travel may be required during campaign periods for constituency visits, client consultations, and media coordination activities.

Hybrid Work Requirements

• Quiet workspace suitable for virtual collaboration

• Reliable internet and computer setup with webcam and audio

• Availability to work from the office or field as per schedule

Salary

Salary will be determined based on candidate experience, role responsibility, and project scale.

How to Apply:

directly through LinkedIn