Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Sector, Group, Institute & Trust

Welcome back to your holiday-shortened (oh, did we ever need it) four-day term of normal office labor and/or job-seeking.  Scroll back or click here for previously-noted opportunities closing this week.

Opportunities to work with Independent Sector, a coalition of approximately 600 organizations leading, strengthening, and mobilizing the nonprofit and philanthropic community in support of a just and inclusive society and a healthy democracy of active citizens, effective institutions, and vibrant communities:
Chlopak, Leonard, Schechter & Associates seeks Managing Associate with 5+ years of experience in public affairs, corporate and/or crisis communications. Political experience (such as campaign or Capitol Hill) is strongly preferred; media, PR agency, or non-profit background desirable.

We have it on good authority that the National Association of Broadcasters is still clicking through the channels to find the right candidate for Coordinator, Convention Marketing – 1-2 years’ experience in administrative capacity in a similar marketing department/office environment required; skill set including knowledge of HTML programming, SalesForce; Adobe Creative Suite 5 and foreign language proficiency will also look good on your CV.

Beekeeper Group is the new venture of five inventive public affairs practitioners who are leading the progression of our industry toward a community-based, hive-driven approach.
The Insured Retirement Institute seeks Assistant Vice President, Federal Affairs (scroll up) with at least 7-10 years work experience in lobbying/public relations firm, Capitol Hill, and/or in GR office for a trade association or company; experience with relevant congressional committees is a plus, including House Ways and Means, Financial Services, and Education and Workforce, and Senate Finance, Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, Budget, and HELP.

The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America is looking for a PR Intern to pitch in on media monitoring, writing projects, events management, video projects and other online and organizational projects.
Fly North or West to join the flock at Ducks Unlimited:
DC-based opportunities with the solid-sounding, century-and-a-half-young Guardian Life Insurance Company include Director, Federal Affairs and Federal Affairs Specialist

British Embassy
The application deadline for Fall 2013 Public Policy & Communications Intern posts with the ACLU of Virginia has been extended to July 1 – Richmond, Va.

New @ the Aspen Institute since our early-April check-in:
Working directly with the CEO, the Research and Policy Analyst leads and conducts health policy and research analysis by positioning the CEO’s publications and presentations to influence governmental and community action for the Association of American Medical Colleges

Corporate Accountability International
– Boston, MA
U.S. Chamber of CommerceManager of Communications – 4-5 years’ related experience in an association or agency environment sought.
C-SPAN
Fundraising opportunities with the free press/free speech advocates (and Newseum cousins) at the Freedom Forum include Manager, Individual Giving and Manager, Corporate & Foundation Relations

Greenpeace
The Government Relations Analyst at BAE Systems will provide timely, comprehensive federal budget, legislative, political, and policy analysis as it relates to company priorities.
Hill+Knowlton Strategies (H+K always gives our antiquated laptop trouble in Firefox; Chrome seems to work fine)
Top-notch qualitative & quantitative research skill sets sought for Senior Research Manager (pdf) and Qualitative Research Associate (pdf) with InterMedia – significant international travel anticipated

New with the National Governors Association since our mid-April visit:
Communities In Schools, self-assessed as the nation’s leading dropout prevention organization, invites you to drop in as Director, Media Outreach
National Trust for Historic Preservation
The requirement of a single-digit handicap isn’t explicitly mentioned in the PGA of America’s call for a Government Relations Specialist, but it surely wouldn’t hurt your chances of making getting to one of the final Sunday pairings – Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Ocean Conservancy – see deadlines noted here
Here’s a relatively fresh call for an Intern to support the Local Leaders Council at Smart Growth America – $500/mo. stipend

Trout Unlimited
We can only imagine the terrific vacation & upgrade benefits you’ll garner as Director of Strategic Communications for the U.S. Travel Association (so, so very jealous, we are).  And, FYI, the Director of Government Relations post noted dates back to at least early March.

Waggener Edstrom
Oxford University PressEditorial Assistant – interest in religious studies helpful, but not required, as is some publishing and/or office experience – New York

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Gordon said...

Insured Retirement Institute - Assistant Vice President, Federal Affairs

The Insured Retirement Institute (IRI) is a not-for-profit organization that for more than 20 years has been a mainstay of service, commitment and collaboration within the insured retirement industry and is considered to be the authoritative source of all things pertaining to annuities, insured retirement strategies and retirement planning.

Primary Responsibilities
-- Reports to the Senior Vice President & General Counsel
-- Collaborate with SVP and General Counsel and CEO to execute a federal government affairs strategic and annual plans
-- Maintain broad awareness of the political environment, trends, positioning and opportunities for implementing IRI’s interests
-- Work with member representatives and external stakeholders to drive results through the federal legislative and political process
-- Develop and maintain high-level, bipartisan political relationships and relationships with insurance, securities, retirement and banking industry leaders and other trade associations
-- Collaborate with allied trade associations to promote common goals
-- Collaborate with SVP and General Counsel and CEO to identify and establish federal affairs priorities
-- Utilize strategic thinking and expertise in the industry to achieve strategic goals at the federal level
-- Lobby Congress and the Administration, including the White House, OMB, Department of Treasury, and Department of Labor to support industry goals
-- Create lobbying reports and ensure adherence to federal lobbying and election laws
-- Provide leadership to ensure political support is aligned with industry interests
-- Collaborate and communicate with numerous IRI team members working on broad initiatives and work closely with members of the Government Affairs Team
-- Participate in staffing the IRI Government Affairs Advisory Council, Federal Regulatory Affairs Committee, and IRI PAC Oversight Committee, and represent IRI on a number of other committees
-- Prepare and present positions on federal legislative and regulatory issues affecting IRI members
-- Manage the IRI Political Action Committee (IRI PAC)
-- Create and manage a strategic plan
-- Solicit appropriate parties to donate to the IRI PAC
-- Assist in determine appropriate candidates to receive contributions
-- Attend PAC events
-- Ensure compliance with FEC rules and filings

Education, Experience, Competencies and Skills
-- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; advanced degree, or equivalent, preferred; J.D. a plus.
-- At least 7-10 years work experience in lobbying/public relations firm, policy staff/political campaigns, Capitol Hill legislative staff, and/or government affairs office for a trade association or company; experience with relevant congressional committees is a plus, including House Committees on Ways and Means, Financial Services, and Education and Workforce, and Senate Committees on Finance, Banking, Housing and Urban Fairs, Budget, and Health, Education, Labor and Pensions.
-- Command of issues relevant to the Insured Retirement Institute, including tax, retirement, insurance and securities, or ability to learn the issues quickly
-- Proven record of success in previous positions. Demonstrated ability to set strategies, implement tactics, and meet objectives
-- Excellent political contacts and ability to network in the political arena
-- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are essential
-- Track record of high achievement and demonstrated work ethic
-- Strong, positive reputation

To Apply
Please submit a cover letter, with salary requirements, and résumé to tnast@irionline.org with “Assistant Vice President, Federal Affairs” included in the subject line. Cover letters without salary requirements will not be considered. No calls please. Positions are open until filled. IRI is an equal opportunity employer. Learn more about IRI at http://irionline.org.

Gordon said...

Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America - Public Relations Intern

The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America, Inc., a national association representing a quarter of a million professionals and small business owners across the country, is looking for an intern to assist the directors of public affairs and broadcast media.

The public relations intern would help with media monitoring, writing projects, the association’s annual events, video projects and other online and organizational projects.

The ideal candidate is a mass communication, journalism or public affairs/relations undergraduate student interested in public relations from the perspective of a business association. Good organizational and communication skills, intellectual curiosity and a respectful and professional attitude are required. Must be able to juggle multiple deadlines and work independently.

This is not a paid internship. You will be compensated with professional experience and academic credit.

Requirements/Preferences:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and course that provides academic credit for this internship

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Familiarity with Associated Press (AP) style is a plus

• Self-starter; ability to meet tight deadlines; strong attention to detail

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to Margarita Tapia, director of public affairs, at margarita.tapia@iiaba.net with the subject line “public relations intern.” No phone calls, please.