Thursday, September 18, 2025

Partnership, Innovation, Action & Rights

We’ll start your Thursday set with a great event for current and former federal communicators. On Tuesday, Sept. 30, our friends at the Partnership for Public Service are holding a breakfast & networking panel event for that cohort, featuring insights from former federal communicators who have successfully transitioned to the nonprofit, corporate & state/local government sectors.

Following breakfast and a panel discussion, there will be a speed networking session where attendees can meet with the panelists in small groups.  Find more info and RSVP here for this timely programming from a terrific organization.

1) The Data Center Coalition is recruiting for a Communications Coordinator with 1-3 years of experience working in communications, public relations, journalism, or related field and the ability to translate technical or complex topics into clear, compelling messaging – $50k-$65k – remote-based

2) Biotechnology Innovation Organization is seeking a Director of Communications with 7+ years of experience in communications, ideally in healthcare, biotech, or a related field, as well a track record of successfully engaging with top-tier media & trade reporters  – search managed by Chaloner 

3) WSSC Water is seeking a Digital Media Coordinator with 3+ years of digital media experience & top-notch skills in creating visually compelling & engaging PowerPoint presentations & infographics – $84k-$145k – apply by Oct. 6

4-5) The Institute for Islamic, Christian & Jewish Studies has shared these Baltimore-based opportunities – see also main career page

  • Marketing Manager (pdf) – $72k-$82k – 5+ years’ experience in marketing, communication, or digital campaign management required – apply by Oct. 15
  • Operations & Events Associate (pdf) – $57k-$63k – familiarity with office management procedures, top-notch organizational skills & proficiency with digital tools desired – apply by Oct. 15

6) American Heart AssociationScience Media Relations Manager – $75k-$85k

7-8) American University

9-10) Americans for the Arts – see also main career page

11) Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationSenior Program Officer, Policy & Sector Engagement – $203k-$314k – apply by Sept. 22 

12) Booz AllenOrganic Content Social Media Manager – $69k-$158k

13) Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Director of Government Affairs – $115k-$140k – apply by Sept. 22 – see also main career page 

14-15) Center for Economic Policy Research (scroll to find)

16) Center for International Environmental LawDirector of Development – $117k-$175k – DC, New York or San Francisco – apply by Sept. 30

17) Chesapeake Climate Action NetworkCarol Brantley Policy Fellowship – part-time/16-week term/starting Jan. 2026 – $26/hr – 3 positions available; Takoma Park, MD, Annapolis & Richmond – apply by Oct. 23

18) Choice HotelsSenior Director, Strategic Communications & Public Relations – $184k-$216k

19) Columbia AssociationDirector of Media Relations & Communications – $160k-$170k – Columbia, MD – see also main career page 

20) Crop Life AmericaManager, Federal Government Relations – see also main career page 

21-22) Dept. of the Treasury/Financial Crimes Enforcement Network

23) Georgetown UniversityProgram Dissemination & Communications Specialist supporting the Center for Global Health Practice & Impact – $47k-$87k

24-26) Hatcher Group – see also main career page

27) House of Representatives/Office of the Legislative CounselFront Office Assistant

28-29) Human Rights Campaign

30) Institute for College Access & SuccessDirector of Federal External Affairs – $120k-$130k – remote-based; DC-area strongly preferred

31) Kentlands Community FoundationEvents & Communications Manager – part-time – $22k-$34k

32) Ketchum PRVice President, Strategy – $120k-$140k – Arlington, Va., New York, or Chicago, 

33) KPMG Manager, Advisory Communications – $96k-$177k in DC per their salary tool – DC, McLean, Va., New York, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Montvale, NJ, Philadelphia or San Francisco

34-36) Leadership Conference on Civil & Human Rights

37) Mystery agriculture groupSocial Media & Digital Content Manager – $75k-$85k – search managed by Cella 

38) MotorolaDirector of Defense Policy/Government Affairs – $190k-$230k

39) National Alliance to End HomelessnessDigital Communications Specialist – $65k-$98k

40) Philanthropy RoundtableDirector of Policy – $115k-$125k – search managed by Talent Market 

41) TC EnergySenior Advisor, Media Relations – apply by Sept. 21 – see also main career page 

42) VisaSenior Manager, North America Brand Communications & Public Affairs – $149k-$195k

43-46) Washington Post

47) … and finally, here’s Donor Services Coordinator role with Army Relief Services that has a $40k-$48k paygrade and an Oct. 10 application deadline – we found it via a new-to-us job board from the Association of Fundraising Professionals/DC Metro Area Chapter 

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 Best wishes for an awesome weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource – lots to choose from as Oktoberfest officially kicks off; see the full run Festival Season happenings for more.

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