Global, Federal, Environmental & Competitive

Keep on keeping on & make one of these your new workday home.  

1) The Data Center Coalition is seeking a Manager, Federal Affairs with 3-5 years of experience in successfully advancing policy and/or regulatory initiatives at the federal level & a background working in at least two of these policy areas: tax, trade, energy, environmental, and/or workforce – $100k-$130k

2-3) Ranked choice voting & proportional representation advocate FairVote has let us know they are actively recruiting for these roles – see also main career page

• Chief of Staff – $160k-$180k – experience as Chief of Staff or in a similar role, and/or reporting directly to a CEO or C-Suite executive, is required; background in nonprofit, advocacy, or other mission-driven organizations also sought.
• Director of Major Gifts – $113k-$138k – 7+ years’ experience in political, nonprofit, or private sector fundraising desired.

4-5) Our friends at Grossman Solutions are at the helm of these searches for SEIU United Healthcare Workers East – both roles are based in New York

• Director of Communications – $225k-$250k – 15+ years of experience in communications required, ideally in advocacy, political campaigns, unions and/or a government setting.
• Human Resources Director – $197k – 10+ years' of directly related experience in HR required, with at least 5 years in a leadership role

6) Kay Communications is helping to recruit a Vice President, Strategic Media & Communications for an unnamed public affairs firm client launching a high-impact initiative focused on shaping public discourse – $130k-$170k – 7+ years of experience in crisis communications, high-level media, and/or strategic communications desired – New York

7) Air Line Pilots Association, International – Senior Legislative Representative – $144k-$206k

8) American Registry for Internet Numbers – Government Affairs Analyst (scroll to find)

9) Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies – Agriculture Conservation Policy Program Manager (pdf) – $75k – apply by Feb. 2 – see also main career page 

10) Association of State Drinking Water Administrators – Policy & Operations Associate – $55k-$75k – apply by Jan. 30

11) The Bulwark – Editorial & Audience Associate – $60k-$70k – see also main career page 

12) Carnegie Endowment for International Peace – Communications Coordinator – $50k-$53k – apply by Jan. 20 

13) Chevo – Federal Policy Management Analyst – $91k-$107k – active Secret clearance preferred – see also main career page 

14) DC Office of the Chief Technology Officer – Writer/Editor – $93k-$119k – apply by Jan. 23

15) Dept. of Education, Office of Federal Student Aid – Digital Communications Specialist – $107k-$171k – apply by Jan. 20; subject to early closure

16) Follicular Lymphoma Foundation – Chief Development Officer – $200k-$210k – remote-based in Eastern time zone – search managed by Freeman Philanthropic Services 

17) Georgetown University – Senior Policy Advisor supporting the Center on Poverty & Inequality – $66k-$126k

18) Global Refuge – Advocacy Coordinator – $56k – see also main career page 

19) GovExec – Digital Marketing Associate – $50k-$55k – see also main career page 

20) iHeartMedia – Vice President, Political & Advocacy – $84k-$105k

21) International Rescue Committee – Communications Manager – $67k-$76k – New York

22-25) Issue One – see also main career page

• Legislative Manager – $80k-$100k
• Citizen Engagement Digital Manager – $70k-$85k
• Policy & Research Associate – $61k-$71k
• Citizen Engagement Associate – $60k-$70k

26) Malaria No More – Communications Manager – part-time/consultant status

27) Mystery mission-driven organization – Senior Prospect Management Specialist – $30+/hr – search managed by the Ford Agency 

28) Mystery nonprofit – Communications Specialist – $70k-$85k – search managed by Hawthorne Lane 

29-31) National Association of Counties – see also main career page

• Managing Director, Government Affairs – $185k
• Managing Director, Integrated Media & Content – $170k-$190k
• Senior Communications Manager – $100k-$120k

32) National Restaurant Association – State Affairs Manager, West – DC-based

33) Oceana – Engagement & Outreach Manager, Science & Strategy – $72k-$85k

34) Patent & Trademark Office – Writer/Editor – $143k-$187k – apply by Jan. 23

35-36) Prison Fellowship – see also main career page

• Media Relations Manager – $75k-$88k – remote-based
• Legislative Strategist, Virginia – $64k-$70k – regular travel to Richmond expected

37) Service Coordination, Inc. – Government Relations Admin Coordinator – $92k – Frederick, MD – see also main career page 

38-39) Southern Environmental Law Center

• Federal Legislative Director – $127k-$184k – apply by Feb. 1
• Donor Services Associate – $58k-$68k – Charlottesville, Va. –  apply by Feb. 8

40-46) Recently added searches via Talent Market:

• Competitive Enterprise Institute – Qualitative Policy Manager – $90k-$130k
• Society for the Rule of Law – Communications & Membership Manager – $50k-$60k
• Open Therapy Institute – Senior Fundraising Director – $90k-$150k – remote-based
• Open Therapy Institute – Outreach & Marketing Director – $70k-$90k – remote-based
• Young America’s Foundation – National Conference Director
• Foundation for Economic Education – Director of Donor Communications – remote-based
• Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity – Director of Marketing and Brand Strategy – remote-based

47-48) United Food & Commercial Workers

• Campaigns & Policy Coordinator – $97k-$117k
• Policy Counsel – $89k-$109k

49) U.S. Postal Service, Office of Inspector General – Communications Analyst – $70k-$113k – apply by Jan. 28; subject to early closure

50) Washington Area Bicyclists Association – Engagement Coordinator – $55k

51) Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority – Event Producer – apply by Jan. 30

52) World Bank – Senior Knowledge Management & Communication Officer – apply by Feb. 2

 Best wishes for a super-great weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. 

OK, We're Back

Hello Monday! We're back in good (ok, decent) shape with a lot of great jobs. Enjoy.

1) Our friends at the conservation stalwart Izaak Walton League are casting for a new Executive Director with a history of skilled leadership & management that indicates the capability of building and managing a growing organization while directing, motivating & organizing staff; understanding of environmental law and policy and the legislative process desirable – $150k-$175k – search managed by Thinking Ahead 

2-3) The Concord Coalition & Concord Action has passed along these roles:

• Communications Director (scroll to find) – $135k-$165k – 7-10+ years in communications, public affairs, campaigns, or media required; familiarity with federal fiscal/economic policy also highly valued.
• Digital Communications Associate (scroll to find) – $70k-$90k – 1-3 years of experience in digital communications, media production, public affairs, or related fields required, along with knowledge of audio and/or video editing tools.

4) Black Men Vote is seeking a Director of Development with 8+ years of political and nonprofit fundraising, including experience developing plans in multi-channel fundraising, ideally in a mix of 527, 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 organizations, as well as facility in building strong relationships with institutional and individual donors & prospects – $120k – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

5) An unspecified national organization dedicated to building a representative democracy & winning elections seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative, scheduling, and operational support to the ED – $80k-$90k – 5+ years relevant experience in a similar role desired; ideally within progressive advocacy or political organizations – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

6) Arnold & Porter is seeking a Rankings & Awards Specialist to overseeing the directory submission process, award nominations, and marketing surveys for publication in legal and business trades – $75k-$110k – 3+ years of experience in marketing or public relations driving the business & visibility objectives of organization desired; law firm or professional services firm background preferred.

7) Active Minds – Social Media Associate – $50k – see also main career page 

8) Air Line Pilots Association, International – Communications Specialist – $79k-$113k

9-10) American Association for Justice – see also main career page

• Campaign Manager – $105k-$125k
• Development Assistant – $48k-$52k

11) American Public Health Association – Social Media Specialist – mid-to-high $60k

11-12) The Atlantic

• Senior Associate Editor – $85k-$95k
• Assistant Editor – $69k-$75k

13) Blood Cancer United – Senior Manager, State Campaigns – $85k-$94k – fka Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – see also main career page 

14) BP – Policy Communications & Advocacy Manager 

15-17) Capitol Hill

• Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA) – Deputy Communications Director – $100k
• Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) – Press Secretary
• Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) – Deputy Communications Director

18) Center for American Progress – Development Assistant – $52k-$57k

19) Children’s Inn at NIH – Chief Philanthropy & Communications Officer – search managed by Staffing Advisors 

20) Choice Hotels – Public Relations Manager – $86k-$100k

21) Council on Foreign Relations – Assistant Editor/Editorial Fellow – $55k-$58k – New York – apply by Jan. 26

22-26) Edelman PR

• Vice President, Corporate Communications – $95k-$155k – Technology client focus – DC, New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas or Austin
• Senior Account Supervisor, Technology – $80k-$120k – DC or New York
• Account Supervisor, Global Health – $68k-$96k – DC, New York, Atlanta or Chicago
• Senior Account Exec, Technology PR – $60k-$80k
• Account Exec, Health – $55k-$68k – DC, New York or Chicago

27) George Washington University – Executive Director, Constituent Relations & Development/Law School – $88k-$154k

28) Heritage Foundation – Social Media Fellowship – one-year term –  $55k

29-31) Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD

• Communications Administrator, Dept. of Genetic Medicine – $100k
• Development Coordinator – $35k-$66k
• Communications & Marketing Associate – part-time – $32-$50/hr

32-34) JPMorgan Chase

• Vice President, Trust/Security & Crisis Communications – $123k-$185k – DC or New York
• Vice President, Communications – $123k-$185k – DC or New York
• Vice President, Public Engagement Impact & Governance – $118k-$180k

35) Ketchum – Vice President/Group Manager for Earned Media & Fintech Communications – $155k-$185k – DC, New York, Chicago, or Raleigh

36) Lockheed Martin – Government Relations & Policy Communications Staffer 

37) Martha’s Table – Chief Development & Communications Officer – $185k-$200k – see also main career page 

38) National Guard Association of the U.S. – Government Affairs Admin Assistant – $55k-$70k – apply by Jan. 30

39) National Women’s Law Center – Media Relations Manager – two-year term – $90k-$106k

40) NBC News – Producer, Meet the Press – $90k-$120k

41) Optica – Manager, Marketing & Communications – $55k-$65k – see also main career page 

42) PEN America – Manager, Policy & Government Affairs – $75k-$85k – see also main career page 

43-49) POLITICO

• Deputy Head of Audio/Video
• Audience Editor
• Central Desk Editor
• Playbook Editor
• Brand Content Producer, POLITICO Focus
• Executive Assistant, Newsroom
• Now accepting applications for the POLITICO Journalism Institute (May 26-June 5, 2026) – this competitive training program will admit at least 12 undergraduates, graduate students, or recent grads w/ demonstrated interest in journalism through internships & coursework – apply by Jan. 23

50) Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education & Immigration – Communications Manager – $80k – apply by Jan. 25 – see also main career page

51) SAIC – Strategic Communications Analyst – $120k-$160k – active Secret clearance required

52) SEIU – Chief Communications Strategist – $162k

53) Third Way – Technology Policy Advisor – $68k-$77k

54) Trust for America’s Health – Director of Strategic Communications & Policy Research – $170k-$185k

55-56) Volunteers of America, Chesapeake & Carolinas – see also main career page

• Director of Marketing & Communications – $125k
• Director of Development – $110k

57) United Nations Foundation – Senior Associate, Communications & Digital Marketing/UNA-USA 

58) Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority – Social Content Specialist – apply by Jan. 23

59-60) Washington Post

• Social Media Editor, Opinions – $82k-$123k
• Video Editor, Opinions – $82k-$123k

61) Welcoming Neighbors Network – Municipal Policy Campaigns Manager – $88k-$110k – 

62) …. and finally: this Marketing & Communications Associate role at Hillwood Estate & Museum in Georgetown puts you in one of the loveliest workplace settings in the area – $60k

2026 is Off to Mixed Start

We start off 2026 with a lot of great new jobs we found over the last few days – and also with the flu. So this may be it for this week. We'll keep you posted. And yes, we did get a flu shot; hopefully that shortens the duration.

1) Our friends at the Partnership for Public Service are recruiting for a Rapid Response & Outreach Manager with 5-7+ years of experience within the social impact, civic engagement, democracy and/or political space, as well as facility with developing public-facing materials including press releases, statements, fact sheets, talking points, etc. – one-year term – $70k-$95k – see also main career page 

2) Ad Hoc – Director of Marketing & Communications – see also main career page 

3-4) Amazon

• Manager, Policy Communications & External Affairs – $114k-$188k – Arlington, Va. or New York
• PR Manager, Worldwide Sustainability – $114k-$188k – Arlington, Va., New York or Seattle

5) American Gas Association – Senior Manager, State Regulatory Affairs – $110k-$135k – see also main career page 

6) American Society of Clinical Oncology – Global Marketing, Communications & Program Strategy Specialist 

7) AMTRAK – Lead Public Relations Specialist, Infrastructure Communications – $94k-$122k

8) ASR International – Strategic Communications Specialist supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office – Secret clearance required – see also main career page 

9) BASF – Government & Industry Affairs Coordinator 

10) Bipartisan Policy Center – Economic & Health Policy Quantitative Consultant – contract status; budgeted for up to $10k/mo for 6 months – see also main career page 

11) Blue Star Families – Associate Director, Government Affairs – $79k-$109k – see also main career page 

12) Brookings Institution – Senior Manager of Government Affairs – $80k-$90k 

13-14) Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives

• Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist/Division Chief – $167k-$195k – apply by Jan. 9
• Chief of the Legislative Affairs Division – $167k-$195k – apply by Jan. 9
• we thought these might be the same job listed under different titles, but closer look appears to confirm they’re different roles

15-19) Capitol Hill

• Architect of the Capitol – Communications & Outreach Specialist – $101k-$156k – apply by Jan. 9
• Congressional Research Service – Legislative Research Assistant – $57k-$74k – apply by Jan. 21
• Unspecified Senate Committee, GOP Staff – Communications Director
• Senate Democrat – Legislative Assistant
• House Democratic Policy & Communications Committee – Communications Assistant/Associate – apply today, Jan. 5

20) Children's National Hospital – Assistant Director, Email Development - $86k-$143k

21) Computer & Communications Industry Association – Director of Patent Policy – see also main career page 

22) DC Criminal Justice Coordinating Council – Policy Analyst – $93k-$119k – apply by Jan. 12

23) District Alliance for Safe Housing – Director, Advancement – $115k-$130k – search managed by Good Insight 

24-26) Edison Electric Institute – see also main career page

• Managing Director, Public Affairs – $190k-$290k
• Senior Director, State Legislative Affairs – $160k-$210k
• Manager, Political Affairs – $80k-$125k

27) Embassy of Australia – Senior Policy Officer/Deputy Director for Industry, Science & Resources – $115k-$136k – apply by Jan. 11 – addl. details here – can also search here 

28) Enterprise Community Partners – Vice President, Communications – $200k-$210k – DC; Bethesda, Columbia or Baltimore, MD; New York

29) Forterra – Communications Manager – short-term, contract role through mid-Apr. 2026 – see also main career page 

30) Future Caucus – Coordinator supporting the Policy Innovation Lab (scroll to find) – apply by Jan. 12

31-34) GlaxoSmithKline

• Director, Federal Government Affairs – $171k-$285k – focus on Sen. Finance & House W&M Democrats
• Director, Federal Government Affairs – $171k-$285k – focus on Sen. HELP & House E&C Republicans
• Director, Federal Government Affairs – $171k-$285k – focus Sen. HELP & House E&C Democrats
• State Policy Manager – $132k-$220k

35) Hip Hop Caucus – Director of Development – Senior Director of Development – $160k-$175k – DC or Los Angeles preferred – search managed by DSG Global 

36) Honeywell – Director of Government Relations – $130k-$160k – aerospace focus – see also main career page 

37) Maximus – Senior Vice President, Federal Government Relations – $172k-$368k – see also main career page 

38) Montgomery County, MD Councilmember Evan Glass – Director of Digital Media Strategy – $62k-$75k

39) Mystery employer – Vice President, Policy & Advocacy – $200k-$230k – possibly a financial services association based on what’s noted under “preferred experience” –search managed by Cessna & Associates 

40) Mystery international science-based non-profit – Paid Media Manager – 6-month term – search managed by Creative Circle 

41) National Indian Gaming Commission – Public Affairs Intern – Summer 2026 – $27-$35/hr – apply by Feb. 9

42) Pew Research Center – Assistant Information Graphics Designer – $60k

43) Philip Morris International – Regulatory & Public Policy Manager – $140k-$187k

44) SEIU – Deputy Director, Strategic Initiatives/Capital Stewardship – $141k

45-46) SEIU Local 1199 – DC location currently referenced in headings, but NY, NJ & FL featured in description text 

• Senior Policy Analyst – $103k – apply by Jan. 21
• Political Organizer – $81k – apply by Jan. 22

47-48) United Airlines

• Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs & Policy – $124k-$162k
• Strategic Engagement & Insights Manager – $102k-$133k

49) UnitedHealth Group – Director, Government Affairs – $132k-$226k

50) U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops – Communications Manager – $79k-$100k

51-52) Vanguard – see also main career page

• Director, Congressional Affairs 
• Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs

53) … and finally:the British Embassy is in search mode for a full-time Gardener for the Ambassador’s Residence Garden – $26/hr – apply by Jan. 11 – whet your interest with further reading on the garden and the architect 

50 to Close Out '25

We wrap 2025 DCPA+CJ programming with – what else? – a lot of great jobs & internships. See you again on Monday, Jan. 5.

Tuesday update: We just stumbled upon this mid-Jan. through Apr. 2026 Public Policy & Government Relations Internship at anti-poverty & human rights NGO InterAction with an $18/hr pay grade & and fast-approaching Jan. 2 priority application deadline – see also main career page. 

1) The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Senior Corporate Engagement Associate with 4+ years of experience in corporate engagement, sustainable finance, ESG, conservation, or similar background – $66k-$103k – role is further described as ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of finance, business, and environmental sustainability, and is ready to take ownership of strategic relationships & projects.

2-3) American Farmland Trust

• Policy Director – $120k
• multiple development/fundraising posts also available

4) Brookings Institution – Special Events Assistant – $53k-$56k

5-7) Center for American Progress

• Chief Development Officer – $210k-$260k
• Senior Fellow, China Policy – $150k-$165k
• Press Assistant – $55k-$63k

8) Center for Economic Policy Research – Director of Development (scroll to find) – $87k-$130k

9) Center on Budget & Policy Priorities – Research Assistant/Associate, Federal Fiscal Policy & Immigration Policy – two-year term, starting June 2026 or sooner – $55k-$63k

10) Chesapeake Bay Foundation – Donor Stewardship Coordinator – $53k-$58k – Annapolis, MD

11) Children’s National Medical Center – Senior Executive Communications Specialist – $93k-$155k

12) Coptic Orphans – Marketing Manager – see also main career page

13) Cosby Marketing – Interns – Summer 2026 – $20/hr – Bethesda or Annapolis – apply by Jan. 15

14-18) DCI Group – see also main career page

• Account Exec, European Affairs – $80k – French and/or German language skills required – DC-based
• Account Exec, Client Services – $70k-$80k
• Account Exec, Strategic Alliances – $70k-$80k
• Account Exec, Media Affairs – $70k-$80k
• Account Associate – $60k

19-22) Edelman PR

• Senior Account Supervisor, Technology – $80k-$120k – DC or New York
• Senior Account Supervisor, Technology PR – $80k-$120k – DC, New York or Atlanta
• Account Exec, Health – $55k-$68k – DC, New York or Chicago
• Account Exec, Technology – $55k-$65k – DC, New York or Atlanta

23) Episcopal Relief & Development – Vice President of Advancement (pdf) – $190k-$195k – DC, New York or Atlanta – see also main career page 

24-25) Federation of American Scientists – see also main career page

• Senior Manager, AI Safety & Security Policy – $110k-$145k
• Government Affairs Manager – $70k-$85k

26) FleishmanHillard – Digital Paid Media Intern – Spring 2026 – $17-$20/hr – apply by Jan. 31

27) Gensler Research Institute – Graphic Designer – $77k-$87k – DC or New York

28-29) Heritage Foundation

• Director, Media & Public Relations – $120k-$140k
• Assistant Director, Media & Public Relations – $105k-$125k

30) Ketchum – Managing Account Supervisor, Sports – $100k-$120k – DC, New York, Chicago or Los Angeles

31) Meta – Public Policy Operations Associate – $119k-$177k

32) New Blue Interactive – Ads Account Coordinator – $50k-$60k

33-36) Reason Foundation

• Editorial Manager
• Copy Editor – freelance role
• Fellowships: Reporter – Producer for Free Media – one year terms
• Summer 2026 Internships – Policy – Marketing – Journalism – apply by Mar. 1

37) Semafor – Congressional Reporter 

38-40) Smithsonian Institution

• Assistant Director of Advancement/Individual Giving supporting the National Museum of African American History & Culture – $142k-$185k – apply by Jan. 9
• Special Assistant, Office of the Regents – $69k-$90k – apply by Jan. 12
• Advancement Assistant supporting the Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden – $57k-$74k – apply by Jan. 9

41-45) Recent searches via Talent Market

• Foundation for American Innovation – Development Director – $100k-$180k
• Do No Harm – Vice President of Strategic Communications – remote-based
• American Conservation Coalition – State Policy Lead – $65k-$75k – remote-based
• Palmetto Promise Institute – Policy Research & Communications Associate – Columbia, SC
• Center for Independent Employees – Director of Development – remote-based

46) United Food & Commercial Workers – Digital Content Lead – $66k-$84k

47) United Nations Association of the USA – Executive Director – $160k-$198k

48) United Nations Foundation – Interns supporting the U.S. Climate Alliance – late Jan.-late Apr. 2026: Federal & External Affairs – Communications – Policy – $18-$20/hr

49) Urban Institute – Research Assistant, Health Policy – $52k-$65k

50) … and finally: MORI Associates is seeking a Communications Strategist to engage and support NASA’s Citizen Science community to accomplish science that relies on volunteers – $135k-$145k – qualifications include experience writing & winning government grants and master’s degree or PhD in a field of science relevant to NASA’s Science Mission Directorate – see also main career page 

Best wishes for a productive and/or relaxing week in whatever ratio fits you, a safe & satisfying New Year's Eve, and a really really really great 2026 from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. See our 12/22 set to find our still-expanding annual dive into best champagnes lists.

You Better Watch Out!

The lyrics to Santa Claus is Coming to Town ring a little different in an era when your refrigerators and cars report back to someone, you know?

On a cheerier note, we've made a list & checked it twice to find some nice, fresh jobs for you. Back again next Monday.

1) The Sustainable Energy & Environment Coalition Institute is looking for an External Affairs Associate with strong communications instincts who wants to use their skills to turn climate & clean energy ambition into real-world progress – they tell us you’ll be part small team where no two days look the same, initiative is expected, and you’ll shepherd ideas from concept to execution – $60-75K – apply by Jan. 20 

2) AARP – Public Relations Director – $135k-$150k

3) Acusensus – Vice President of Government Affairs (scroll to find) – $130k-$147k – see also main career page 

4) American University – Director of Marketing & Communications, WAMU – $108k-$118k

5) Biotechnology Innovation Organization – Director, Federal Government Relations – $175k-$200k – see also main career page 

6) Boy Scouts of America, National Capital Area – Development Director – $95k-$98k

7-12) Capitol Hill

• Senate Republican – Press Secretary
• New England Senate Democrat – Healthcare Legislative Correspondent – apply by Jan. 6
• Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) – National Security Legislative Correspondent
• Senate Sergeant at Arms – Digital Graphic Designer – $72k-$80k – apply by Jan. 1
• Senate Sergeant at Arms – Photographer – $87k-$102k – apply by Dec. 31
• find more Senate jobs here or subscribe to the House Vacancy Bulletin

13-16) Cato Institute – see also main career page

• Podcast Host & Creative Producer – $70k-$120k
• State Affairs Manager – $70k-$100k
• Social Media Content Producer – $50k-$85k
• Research Associate supporting the Center for Educational Freedom – $52k

17) Center for the Study of Social Policy – Strategic Communications Manager (pdf) – $80k-$100k – apply by Jan. 30

18) Constellation Energy – Political Affairs Manager – $124k-$138k

19) George Washington’s Mount Vernon – Social Media & Video Manager – see also main career page 

20) GlaxoSmithKline – Director, Federal Government Affairs – $171k-$285k – appears to be focused on advocacy w/ Senate HELP Committee members & House E&C Democrats

21-22) Goodwill Industries – see also main career page

• Government Affairs Manager – $80k-$90k – sustainability focus
• Government Affairs Manager – $80k-$90k – tax focus

23) Greenpeace – Senior Director, Climate & Rights – 12-month term – $144k-$165k

24) Institute for Market Transformation – Senior Associate supporting the Building Innovation Hub – $60k-$65k

25-26) Interactive Strategies – see also main career page

• Senior Digital Copywriter, Fundraising – $82k-$113k
• Associate Designer, Fundraising & Digital Marketing – $50k-$75k

27-28) Invariant – see also career page

• Director, Strategic Communications & Public Affairs – $175k-$200k
• Communications & Public Affairs Intern and Government Relations Intern – Summer 2026 – $19-$24/hr

29-30) Library of Congress

• Agricultural Policy Analyst – $120k-$156k – apply by Dec. 31
• Environmental/Air Pollution Policy Analyst – $120k-$156k – apply by Jan. 20

31) Marijuana Policy Project – Development Assistant/Intern – part-time – $22/hr

32) National Asphalt Pavement Association – Senior Manager, Advocacy Communications – $85k-$115k

33) National Disability Institute – Public Policy Fellow – Feb.-Aug. 2026 – $20/hr – apply by Jan. 4

34) SEMI – Senior Director of Public Policy & Advocacy – $185k-$215k – see also main career page 

35) Semiconductor Industry Association – Director, Government Affairs (scroll to find) – $200k-$260k

36-38) Spectrum News

• Senior Manager, News & Content – $107k-$191k
• Senior Political Advertising Account Specialist – $55k-$127k
• Intern – 4-mo. term – for current students

39-40) University of the District of Columbia – see also main career page

• Vice President for Government, Community & Corporate Relations – to $187k
• Website Administrator & Digital Communications Strategist – $81k-$85k

41) United State of Care – Federal Policy & Advocacy Assistant – $50k – apply by Dec. 29

42) U.S. Geospatial Intelligence Foundation – Senior Director of Marketing & Communications – $110k-$120k

43) Young People’s Alliance – Advocacy Director – $70k-$80k

44) … and finally – we finish with one more casting call from American University: Research Assistant/Content Editor supporting the Adventure Scientists’ documentary package highlighting the Hemlock census project – part-time/temporary – $25/hr – responsible for editing & producing a polished 2-minute documentary & four short-form social media videos

Best wishes for an awesome last-day-of-Hanukkah, a lovely Christmas, and/or good vibes for however-you-wrap-up-the-holiday-season from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. Be safe, be cheered in the face of adversity, send out the same measures of kindness & empathy that you would like to receive, and we hope Santa is generous to you all.

And while we're at it, here's a reading list if champagne or similar sparklers are on your shopping list:

• Business Insider – Sommelier recommends best sparkling wines under $30
• Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships – 2025 Winners
• Chowhound – 8 Hands-Down Most Affordable 'Champagnes' To Pop This Season
• CNN – Best Champagnes of 2025
• Decanter – 96+ Point Champagnes to Try 
• Food & Wine – The Best High-End Champagne for When You Really Want to Treat Yourself
• Food & Wine – Ring in the New Year With Our Editors’ Go-To Wines
• Food & Wine – 22 Sparkling Wines for Every Kind of Holiday Party
• Forbes – Best Champagnes for Christmas 2025
• Forbes – Prestige Champagnes to Pop this New Year’s Eve 
• Forbes – Eight Underrated Sparking Wines for New Year's Eve 
• Forbes – Five Best Champagnes for New Years 2026
• Mashed – I Tried 7 Trader Joe's Sparkling Wines Under $10 and this was the Best Bottle
• Tasting Table – Six Underrated Champagne Brands You Need to Know
• New York Times – Toast the New Year with these Sparkling Wines
• Robb Report – 9 Stellar Champagnes to Pop this New Year's Eve 
• Vine Pair – 25 Best Champagnes for 2025
• Vine Pair – The 7 Best Champagnes to Gift This Holiday
• Vine Pair – Best Cheap Champagnes – note: Vine Pair’s idea of where the cheap line falls may be different than yours
• Vine Pair – 9 Producers You Should Know to Get into Grower Champagne
• Wall Street Journal – Tasting Veuve Clicquot Alternatives 
• Wine Enthusiast – Champagne for Every Occasion
• Wine Enthusiast – Great Champagne Doesn’t Need to Cost More Than $100
• Wine Searcher – Best Champagnes of 2025   

Your (or maybe just our) Pre-Holiday Slide Begins Now

We're easing up for the rest of 2025 & hope you are, too.  We plan to be back the next two Mondays (the 22nd & 29th) - emphasis on plan to there.

1) Alignco is seeking a Director to join their work helping foundations, non-profits, trade associations, and advocacy groups to elevate their brands, expand their influence, and develop strategies & campaigns that shape public opinion & policy – $90k-$115k – 7+ years of experience in strategic communications & campaigns desired – search managed by Chaloner 

2) A Southern, conservative House of Representatives office is recruiting for a Press Secretary with at least one year of Capitol Hill experience and proven expertise in content creation &  graphic design, with a portfolio demonstrating creative work such as social media graphics, digital ads, or visual storytelling.

3-4) Public Knowledge has shared these opportunities – see also main career page

• Director of Development & External Affairs – $100k-$121k – demonstrated experience in developing & operationalizing fundraising strategies to take an organization to a new stage of growth and impact sought
• Communications Intern – 3-6 month term starting in March 2026 – 20 hrs/wk with $1,500/mo stipend

5-6) ABCD & Company – see also main career page

• Director of Integrated Marketing & Communications – $115k-$135k
• Associate Director, Integrated Marketing & Communications – $105k-$120k

7) Booz Allen – Legislative Affairs Specialist supporting the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health – $62k-$141k

8) Bread for the World – Domestic Policy Intern, Government Relations (pdf) – Jan.-Apr. 2026 – $17-$18/hr – apply by Dec. 31 – see also main career page 

9) British Embassy – Regional Lead supporting the GREAT Campaign – $109k – marketing & communications focus – apply by Jan 11

10-11) Children’s National Hospital

• Associate Social Media Specialist – $52k-$87k
• Graphic Designer – %57k-$95k

12) Congressional Management Foundation – Fundraising Manager – $65k-$80k

13) Edelman PR – Vice President, Health – $95k-$165k – DC or New York

14) Empower AI – Communications Specialist – see also main career page 

15-16) FleishmanHillard

• Managing Supervisor, Health & Life Science – $71k-$125k – DC & other major cities
• Account Supervisor/Managing Supervisor, Earned Media & Sponsored Content – $61k-$125k – healthcare focus – DC & other major cities

17-18) George Washington University

• Associate Director, Strategic Donor Communications – $72k-$99k
• Director of Development, Major Gifts & Principal Gifts supporting the Schools of Medicine, Nursing & Public Health – $120k-$169k

19-20) Jesuit Refugee Service – see also main career page

• Media Relations Officer – $70k-$75k
• Major Gifts Officer – $110k-$130k – remote-based

21) Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts – Assistant Manager, Advertising Communications – $52k-$60k

22-23) Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission

• Communications & Digital Specialist – $64k-$114k – apply by Jan. 9
• Communications Assistant, Montgomery Parks – part-time

24) Mystery DC-based employer – Digital Content Specialist – 3-month term; possibility to extend – search managed by Creative Circle 

25) Mystery employer – Associate Producer (video) – $23-$28/hr – search managed by Cella 

26) Mystery nonpartisan political broadcasting company – Political Competitiveness Assistant (scroll to find) – Feb.-Nov. 2026 term – $24/hr – search managed by The Choice Inc. 

27) PenFed Credit Union – Social Media Specialist 

28) SEIU – Director of Strategic Partnerships – $162k

29) UL Standards & Engagement – Senior Manager, Integrated Communications – $131k-$180k

30) Washington Nationals – Social Media Associate – Feb.-Oct. 2026 – $18/hr

31-32) Washington Post

• AI & Tech Newsletter Writer – $137k-$228k
• Senior Producer, Opinions – $109k-$182k

33-37) WETA (scroll to find) 

• Senior Digital Assignment Editor – $90k-$100k
• Senior Digital Platform Manager – $86k-$90k
• Breaking News Reporter – $85k
• Producer, Foreign Affairs – $76k
• News Assistant – $22/hr

 Best wishes for a chill & lovely weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

The First Little Harbinger of Spring

Sure, it's not even technically Winter yet for a lot of folks (we're meteorological Winter devotees, ourselves), but we're always a little thrilled to mark the point where sunset starts to arrive just a little later around here & celebrate it as the first turn of the tide towards warmer weather (and yes, we know that it's still going to trend colder for several weeks). For you glass-half-empty types, we also note that sunrise won't start coming earlier until mid-January. Pool-season enthusiasts should know the Friday of Memorial Day weekend is now just 158 days away. And while were at it, the annual span of 60+ degree days (avg. high temps) runs from Mar. 25 to Nov. 11 in the DC area. Be cheered & enjoy the jobs.

1) Our friends at Grossman Solutions offer an opportunity to get on the other side of the job-search equation with this Senior Associate role – $80k – 5+ years of experience in campaigns, advocacy, HR, or project management desired; background supporting executive search or recruitment processes a plus – remote-based

2-3) Self-described modern space infrastructure company Northwood is recruiting for roles that can be based in DC or Torrance, CA – see also main career page

• Head of Communications
• Head of Brand

4) American Beverage Association – Director, State Government Affairs – $100k-$125k

5) American Institute of Physics – Director, Science Policy News – $119k-$131k

6) American Medical Association – Regulatory Lobbyist – $150k-$203k

7-8) Brookings Institution

• Research Assistant, Economic Studies – $58k
• Research Assistant supporting the Hutchins Center on Fiscal & Monetary Policy – $56k – preferred start date: June/July 2026

9-10) Bully Pulpit International

• Managing Director, Digital Communications – $200k-$225k – DC, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles or San Francisco
• Senior Account Exec, Digital Communications – $56k-$60k – DC or New York

11-12) Center for Climate & Energy Solutions – see also main career page

• Advocacy Manager/Senior Advocacy Manager – $81k-$126k – apply by Jan. 9
• Advocacy Manager/Senior Advocacy Manager supporting the Regional Clean Economies Initiative – $81k-$126k – apply by Jan. 9

13) Center for Investigative Reporting/Mother Jones – Breaking News Reporter – $65k-$75k – DC, New York or San Francisco – see also main career page 

14) Coca Cola Company – Director of Federal & Diplomatic Relations – $186k-$213k

15) CohnReznick – Senior Manager, Corporate Marketing & Communications – $150k-$206k

16-17) Council for Advancement & Support of Education

• Executive Communications Manager – $85k-$95k
• Writer/Editor

18) DLA Piper – Digital Campaigns Specialist – $70k-$111k – DC, Reston, Va. & multiple other locations

19) FanDuel – Policy Communications Director – $146k-$183k – remote-based; listing notes that 

20) George Masion University – Admin Specialist, Alumni Relations – apply by Jan. 8

21-23) George Washington University

• Director of Donor Relations – $80k-$111k
• Associate Director of Principal Gifts Operations – $72k-$99k
• Development Assistant, Law School – $21-$27/hr

24) Greenpeace – Climate Campaign Director – $114k-$131k – 6-month contract w/possibility of extension

25) Guidehouse – Communications Specialist/Senior Consultant – $90k-$163k – also available at non-senior level – $74k-$124k

26) Johns Hopkins University – Associate Director of Donor Relations, School of Public Health – $85k – Baltimore, MD

27) Novo Nordisk – Director of Public Affairs/Alliance Development – $148k-$259k – DC or Plainsboro, NJ

28) Southland Corp. – Communications Specialist – Dulles, Va. – see also main career page 

29) Urban Institute – Communications Manager supporting the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center – $90k-$157k

30) United Nations – Communications Intern – 3-6 month term, starting Feb. 2026 – New York – apply by Dec. 22 – more Intern roles available (but nothing in DC); search Intern job family

31) USAA – Government Relations Director – $143k-$273k

32) U.S. Chamber of Commerce – Senior Director, Legislative Affairs supporting the Institute for Legal Reform – $143k-$180k

33) UPS – Director, Federal Government Affairs – $125k-$232k

34) Virginia Dept. of Labor & Industry – Communications & Public Affairs Specialist – $75k – apply by Dec. 29

35) ... and finally: put your art-related educational background & 2+ years of experience in exhibition planning, project management, preparation of professional art exhibitions or at a museum/gallery to work as Exhibitions & Public Engagement Manager with Art & Art History Dept. at Georgetown University – $21-$35/hr

Look at all these Great Jobs!

We'll send you hurtling towards the weekend with a 53 great opportunities to sift through; we hope at least one is a fit for you.

1) Air & Space Forces Association – Vice President of Philanthropy – $184k-$233k

2) Alaska Wilderness League – Director of Development (scroll to find) – $104k-$136k – DC-based preferred – apply by Dec. 18

3) Amazon Conservation Association – Social Media & Communications Intern (pdf) – proficiency in Spanish preferred – see also main career page 

4) American Federation for State, County & Municipal Employees – Senior Workplace Technology Policy Advocate – $102k-$154k

5) American Montessori Society – Senior Director of Marketing & Communications – $130k-$150k

6) Astra Zeneca – Regulatory Affairs Director, Global Regulatory Strategy – $186k-$279k – apply by Dec. 22

7) The Atlantic – Editorial Fellow – one-year term, starting July 2026 – $60k – apply by Dec. 16

8-15) BlueLabs Inc. – DC or remote-based – see also main career page

• Managing Director, Commercial Practice – $170k-$200k
• Managing Director, Political Strategy & Advocacy – $170k-$200k
• Managing Director, Public Affairs – $170k-$200k
• Director, Commercial Practice – $140k-$160k
• Director, Political Strategy & Advocacy
• Director, Public Affairs – $140k-$160k
• Associate Director, Political & Commercial Insights – $120k-$140k
• Survey Scientist – $85k

16-21) Capitol Hill

• Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) – Deputy Press Secretary/Communications Staff Member
• Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) – Press Assistant
• Southeastern Republican Senator – Legislative Correspondent
• Rep. Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) – Staff Assistant – $50k-$55k
• House Office of Legislative Counsel – Summer Associates – Summer 2026 – available to law students during the summer before their final year
• more available via Senate Employment Office and House Talent Marketplace

22) Center for Civilians in Conflict – Director, UN & Humanitarian Diplomacy – $123k – New York – apply by Dec. 31 – see also main career page 

23) Charitable Independence Initiative – Social Media & Communications Manager – $105k-$115k – apply by Dec. 12 

24) Church World Service – Director of Marketing & Communications – $108k-$135k – listed as NY-remote; CWS also has a DC outpost 

25-26) Conservation International

• Senior Coordinator, Media Relations
• Internal Communications Manager

27) Coupang – Communications Manager, Global Government Affairs – $114k-$212k – see also main career page 

28) Embassy of Canada – Senior Admin Assistant, Defense Logistics – $81k – apply by Dec. 22

29) Embassy of Australia – Senior Research Officer, Trade – $92k-$108k – apply by Dec. 15 – see also main career page (direct link may be fussy)

30) Environmental Law Institute – Research Associate – two-year term, starting Summer 2026 – $56k – apply by Jan. 19

31) Federation of American Scientists – Manager of Government Affairs – $70k-$85k

32) FGS Global – Associate Director, Strategic Communications – $90k-$120k – energy & sustainability focus – see also main career page 

33) FleishmanHillard – Brand Marketing Intern – Spring 2026 – $17-$22/hr

34) Global Business School Network – Communications & Marketing Manager – $65k-$75k – fully remote

35) James Madison University – Vice President of Strategic Communications & Marketing – Harrisonburg, Va. – apply by Jan. 9 – search managed by Witt Kieffer 

36) Maryland Dept. of Social & Economic Mobility – Communications & Outreach Director – $97k-$120k – Crownsville, MD – apply by Dec. 23

37) Montgomery College – Director of Strategic Communications – $114k-$157k – apply by Jan. 4

39) Mystery DC non-profit – Program Coordinator – 3-5 month term – $22-$25/hr – search managed by the Addison Group 

40) Mystery military support organization – Senior Development Manager – $75k-$90k – search managed by Careers in Nonprofits 

41-42) News Corp. – see also main career page

• Vice President, Federal Government Affairs – $250k-$290k
• Washington Reporter for the New York Post – $85k-$100k

43) Philip Morris International – Director, Regulatory Communications – $181k-$242k

44) PwC – Brand Paid Media Director – $122k-$423k – multiple locations, including DC

45) SKDK – Vice President, Public Affairs –  $115k-$150k – see also main career page 

46) TC Energy – Senior Communications Specialist – DC or Houston – apply by Dec. 12 – see also main career page 

47-49) Truth Initiative – see also main career page

• Managing Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations – $145k-$155k
• Director, Digital Engagement – $135k-$140k
• Interns – Spring 2026 – $18-$21/hr

50) United Nations Foundation – Senior Campaign Associate, Global Health Advocacy – $65k

51) United Way – Director, Global Strategic Communications – $135k-$142k

52) World Wildlife Fund – Livestream Fundraising Intern – $20/hr – DC or remote-based

53) … and finally: the Office of the DC Deputy Mayor for Health & Human Services is recruiting for a Program Officer to support Age-Friendly DC, building an international effort spearheaded by the World Health Organization & AARP to respond to two significant demographic tends: urbanization & population aging – seems like a great fit for someone with experience advocacy & organizing on senior issues – $116k-$164k – apply by Dec. 18

Best wishes for a super-great weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.