Monday, February 20, 2017

We're Adherents to the Plural Possessive for Presidents' Day

We hope you're enjoying your Presidents' Day weekend.  We think the case for Presidents' over President's & Presidents is pretty clear & unambiguous, given that the day honors both Pres. Washington & Pres. Lincoln.  Now that we're past this dose of grammar pedantry, enjoy today's finds and don't forget previously noted opportunities closing this week.

Chong & Koster, a Dupont Circle are advertising agency specializing in digital communications for brands & progressive political clients is actively seeking what they described to us as Junior & Associate Strategist hires; experience with online ad buys, managing an email program/list, or any kind of e-commerce or online fundraising program experience are big plusses.

McDonald’sRegional Government Relations Manager (use keyword 5127BR or search DC location) – 5+ years of experience in state & local government affairs required.

Scott Circle Communications
Finn PartnersAccount Exec – at least three years of agency or design studio experience in account/project management desired.

Mercy Medical CenterDevelopment Officer (search keyword 7559) – at least three years’ fund raising experience required; facility with Raiser's Edge preferred – Baltimore, MD

Fresh opportunities with the Humane Society of the U.S.
Human Rights CampaignSenior Online Strategy Writer – experience writing for advertising, marketing campaigns, online fundraising or advocacy, direct/persuasion mail strongly preferred.

Institute for Advanced StudyDirector of Major Gifts (scroll to find)  – minimum of five years’ fundraising or sales experience required – Princeton, NJ

ICF International
Embassy of HungaryPress & Communications Officer (scroll to find) – familiarity with Hungarian politics, economy, culture and with current issues in Hungarian-American bilateral relations a plus – apply by Feb. 28

American Association of ImmunologistsSenior Communications Manager (pdf) – 7+ years of experience writing, editing & producing a professional publication & written promo materials required – find application link here.

Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD
The PICO National Network, self-described as the largest grassroots faith-based community organizing network in the U.S., seeks Communications Manager with experience leading compelling communication efforts for political campaigns, PR firms, news media outlets, or other advocacy-oriented nonprofits.

Port Discovery Children's Museum
Communications & Marketing Coordinator – minimum of 1-year experience in public relations, promotions & social networking required; hospitality/tourism background preferred – Baltimore, MD – search managed by the HR Team

Friends of the Earth
Feeding AmericaGovernment Relations Intern – available now 

Virginia Commonwealth University – Richmond, Va.
National Council of State Housing AgenciesLegislative & Policy Associate – familiarity with affordable housing policy and legislation is first among their list of wants for the position.

We just happened upon this Spring 2017 Intern opportunity with the Family Online Safety Institute; duties include social media, blogging & research.

George Washington University
Allegheny Science & TechnologyEnergy Policy Analyst – experience supporting program planning activities & preparing background material for use in energy-related policy development, budget justification & program guidance is required.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

There is no such Federal holiday as "Presidents' Day" or "President's Day" or "Presidents Day"

There is a Federal holiday titled "Washington's Birthday" which is celebrated on the third Monday in February.

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/snow-dismissal-procedures/federal-holidays/#url=2017

States have a variety of holidays celebrated on the third Monday in February, some honoring just Washington, others Washington and Lincoln, and others something different...