Friday, February 17, 2012

Be Our Yoshi

Hey – we're back! And it's Friday. That's good enough for us.

State FarmPublic Affairs Specialist

Purple Strategies seeks Social Media Campaign Manager (pdf) to pitch, plan & execute best-in-class digital monitoring & engagement strategies – brand agency and/or political communications firm experience required – although it's not referenced in the description, we're told that you had best get them your resume by Mar. 2

We are Mario and press coverage is a koopa shell. Be our Yoshi – that’s enough to make us covet this Public Awesomeness Relations Manager post at ThinkGeek – but if you need more reason to apply, consider the fact that they actually make stuff like this.

Fleishman Hillard
Alliance for Children & FamiliesVice President of Public Policy – substantive knowledge of nonprofit human services sector required; experience in behavioral health, health care, child welfare, juvenile justice and other health and human services systems, including early childhood, afterschool, workforce, and community development preferred.

Ducks Unlimited
Financial Services InstituteMembership Communications Manager (pdf) – seeking resumes showing 2-4 years of experience writing and a demonstrated ability to write in a way that moves a strong membership message, including facility in multiple formats such as long articles, blogs, short online pieces and marketing products.

Searches managed by Brainstorm Creative:
AlcoaManager of Corporate Media Relations – seeking candidates with at least 8 years corporate media relations/communications experience to within a company of global scope – New York

Mystery GOP fundraising firm - Admin Assistant - Old Town location

Dept. of Education
Legislative Affairs Specialist – $62k-$115k – hob ID: OLCA-2012-0003 – apply by Feb. 27

Association for Psychological SciencePublic Affairs Coordinator – seeking candidates with at least 2 years experience in (ideally science) journalism, communications, and/or public affairs.

National Roofing Contractors AssociationPAC Manager – must be good on a ladder (we’re guessing)

American UniversityProgram Manager, Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship Program – $45k-$55k

National Association of Realtors
America’s Health Insurance PlansDigital Media Coordinator

Pew Charitable Trusts
NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development AssociationCommunications Manager – 5+ years experience experience developing and implementing communication strategies required

General MotorsPublic Policy Intern – Detroit, MI – and DC-based Federal & State Affairs Intern (scroll down)

Center on Budget & Policy Priorities
National Cooperative Business AssociationPresident & CEO (scroll to bottom) – search managed by Kincannon Reed

National Association of BroadcastersManager, State Associations & Board Relations

Reading is FundamentalDirector, Corporate Partnerships & Cause Marketing

Best long-weekend wishes from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource – we'll be back with a new post on Monday.

1 comment:

Gordon said...

GOP Fundraising Firm - Administrative Assistant.

Location: Old Town, Alexandria

Responsibilities include, event planning, database management, web based research and general administrative tasks. Looking for a well-spoken, enthusiastic, detail oriented self-starter with drive and initiative. Individual must be capable of handling multiple tasks including:

· Able to balance multiple tasks and prioritize workload in a fast paced and demanding environment with short deadlines while maintaining positive attitude and energy.

· Organize and manage event schedules, coordinate appointments, interacting with all levels of managers and assistants.

· Manage workload and telephone coverage as required to ensure ongoing support to the other Associates. Must be able to take on ad-hoc assigned tasks, work flexible hours as required.

· Have impeccable organization and efficiency skills; strong attention to detail to ensure timely follow-up and bring all issues to closure.

· Be self-sufficient and self-motivated. Works with little supervision, identifies opportunities and executes on projects to improve organization and efficiency of manager and team.

Please respond with your resume and a one-paragraph statement explaining why you think you are a driven, persuasive, detail oriented person who would be a good team player. Email to dcfundraising@gmail.com.