Monday, March 9, 2026

Keep Grinding

The first Monday after "spring forward" is always draggy for us; sunrise is back to early January times (sob!). Keep grinding & look to enjoy the extra light at the end standard workday.

1) Repair the World is seeking Senior Director of Storytelling & Audience Growth to shine a light on their work mobilizing Jews & their communities to take action to pursue a just world – 8+ years in marketing, communications, or brand strategy desired, ideally in mission-driven or Jewish communal contexts – $140k-$160k – remote-based with a preference for candidates living in a Repair the World community (Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Boulder, Denver, Detroit, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, or San Francisco) – search managed by Chaloner 

2) The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland is hiring a part-time Digital Media Coordinator focusing on creating multimedia content – 2+ years’ experience in social media coordination, communications, marketing and/or public relations desired; background working with STEM content a plus – $28-$31/hr – apply by Mar. 13

3) Affordable Homes & CommunitiesCommunications Coordinator – $55k-$60k – see also main career page 

4-5) American Association for the Advancement of Science – see also main career page

6) Aspen InstituteCommunications Coordinator supporting the Sports & Society program – part-time – $22k-$29k

7) Catholic UniversitySenior Communications Manager – $100k-$105k

8) The Century FoundationDigital Communications Specialist – $95k-$105k – DC or New York – apply by Mar. 23

9) Church World ServiceNational Campaign Strategist & Organizer – $108k-$135k – remote-based

10) Defense Information Systems AgencyDirector of Congressional Affairs – $169k-$197k – apply by Mar. 16

11-14) Emily’s List – see also main career page

15) Export-Import Bank of the U.S. Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $169k-$197k – apply by Mar. 18

16) George Washington University Senior Digital Marketing Specialist – $64k-$106k

17) Heritage Foundation -- Director, Center for Technology & the Human Person – $170k-$200k

18) Howard UniversityCommunications Coordinator – $62k-$72k

19) Hudson Institute Director of Media Relations – $80k-$100k – see also main career page 

20) Manor Country ClubCommunications Coordinator – $20-$25/hr – see also main career page 

21) Milken InstituteSenior Associate, Email Marketing – $65k-$82k – DC, New York or Santa Monica, CA – see also main career page 

22-23) National Restaurant Association

24) National Women’s Law CenterVice President for Campaigns & Communications – $237k-$274k – see also main career page 

25-27) Nature Conservancy

28) Northrop GrummanCommunications Specialist – $81k-$141k – Dulles or McLean, Va.

29) Obama FoundationDonor Relations & Events Analyst – $51k-$64k – remote-based in Chicago area – apply by Mar. 11 

30) Philanthropy FoundationVice President of Policy & Government Affairs – $150k-$170k – search managed by Talent Market 

31) SmithbucklinMarketing & Communications Coordinator – $62k-$68k – DC or Chicago

32-33 ) So Others Might Eat – see also main career page

34) Third WayPolicy Advisor, Technology Policy – $68k-$77k

35) United Way, National Capital AreaIntegrated Marketing & Donor Experience Manager – $60k-$78k

36-37) U.S. Global Leadership Coalition

38) WSSC WaterGovernment Affairs Manager – $108k-$183k – apply by Mar. 20

39) … and finally: the American College of Emergency Physicians are seeking a Senior Director, Marketing Strategy with 8+ years’ related experience in direct marketing and communications, with membership or association marketing highly preferred – and there's also a call for LinkedIn profiles on their main career page without additional context; perhaps they’ll just keep it on file for a future match? We haven't noticed that before in the public affairs/association space.

40) … and finally, part 2: the House of Representatives Office of the Clerk is putting out the call for an Editor/Scopist to substantially edit verbatim transcripts prepared by Official Reporters to produce a precise & properly formatted record of House proceedings; daily production requirements include editing a minimum of 125 pages per day – $95k – here's more on scopist life.

41) … and finally, part 3: bracket-embracing fitness stalwart [solidcore] is seeking a Director of Content/Social Media & Influencer with 8-10+ years in social media, content strategy, and influencer marketing with demonstrated leadership experience; background in fitness, wellness, lifestyle, or consumer brands strongly preferred – probably a blast

Friday, March 6, 2026

20 to Start With

We're late & we're a work-in-progress. We plan to add about 15 more, so check back again. Update: all finished!

1-3) AFL-CIO – see also main career page

4) The ArgumentSenior Editor (google doc link) – $125k – found via this X post 

5) Bloomberg Industry Group Business of Government Reporter

6-8) The Bulwark – see also main career page

9) DC Dept. of Human ServicesPublic Affairs Specialist – $93k-$119k – apply by Mar. 14

10) DLA Piper Social Media Specialist – $71k-$117k – DC, Baltimore & 20 other cities

11-12) National Opinion Research Center – see also main career page

13) Idaho Freedom FoundationCommunications Director – $65k-$70k – Boise, ID – search managed by Talent Market

14-15) University of the District of Columbia – see also main career page

16) Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityCommunications Manager, Unified Communications Control Center – apply by Mar. 12

17) Washington PostVideo Editor, Opinions – $82k-$123k

18-20) World Bank

21) American Academy of DermatologyManager, State Society Relations 

22) American Council on EducationSenior Director, Marketing & Communications – $127k-$132k – apply by Mar. 20; subject to early closure

23) Amrize Regional Government & Public Affairs Manager – $83k-$165k – see also main career page 

24) Association of American Medical CollegesPolicy & Regulatory Affairs Fellow – part-time – Apr.-Nov. 2026 – $20/hr – apply by Mar. 13

25) Booz AllenJunior Public & Congressional Affairs Analyst supporting a U.S. Navy client – $48k-$98k

26) Export-Import Bank of the United StatesSupervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $169k-$197k – apply by Mar. 18

27) Georgetown UniversityAssociate Director of the School of Public Policy’s Massive Data Institute – $66k-$126k

28) GenmabDirector, Head of U.S. Federal Government Affairs – $224k-$337k

29) IdentityAssociate Director, Development & Communications (pdf) – $83k-$90k – see also main career page 

30) Mystery employerCommunications Coordinator 

31) Population ConnectionAdvocacy Communications Specialist (scroll to find) – low-mid $80k

32-33) State Innovation Exchange – see also main career page

34) United States of CareSenior State Policy & Project Manager – $85k-$105k – apply by Mar. 12 

35) Women’s Refugee CommissionSenior Policy Advisor – $118k-$133k

 – more to come OK, we're done –

 Best wishes for an lovely Spring weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. 

Monday, March 2, 2026

Energy, Progress, Hunger & Hope

Thursday Update: No new post today; we thought we could pull a new edition together during a trip, but it didn't come together. Hopefully tomorrow. 

1) Our friends at the Center for Science in the Public Interest are seeking a Director of Legislative Affairs with 10+ years of relevant experience, including leading and setting strategy for a multi-faceted legislative portfolio and managing staff in a legislative, advocacy, or policy environment – $135k-$150k – apply by Mar. 20 – see also main career page – see also main career page 

2) The Military Officers Association of America is recruiting for a Senior Content Developer with 3-5 years of experience in the communications field or equivalent as well as strong writing & desktop publishing skills; background/familiarity w/ the uniformed services deemed highly desirable 

3) The Sustainable Energy & Environment Coalition (SEEC) Institute, the nonprofit sister org to the SEEC caucus in the House of Representatives, is seeking a process-minded individual with 2+ years of experience to join their team as Operations Manager - $55-$75K – apply by Mar. 20

4-6) American University

7-10) APCO Worldwide

11) Association of International Certified Public AccountantsCommunications Specialist, Public Affairs supporting the Center of Audit Quality – $59k-$69k – see also main career page 

12) British EmbassyEconomic Growth & Social Policy Adviser – $87k – apply by Mar. 11

13-17) Center for American Progress

18) Brookings InstitutionCommunications Manager – $66k-$78k

19) Congressional Hunger CenterCommunications & Engagement Associate – $50k – see also main career page 

20) DC Board of ElectionsPublic Affairs Specialist – $54k-$69k – apply today, Mar. 2 

21) DC Dept. of BuildingsLegislative Affairs Advisor – $93k-$119k – apply by Mar. 12

22-24) Edelman PR

25-26) FleishmanHillard

27-28) Futures Without Violence – see also main career page

29) Georgetown UniversitySenior Policy Analyst, Law Center – $66k-$126k

30) GranicusDigital Marketing Content Manager – $87k-$104k – see also main career page 

31) Heritage Foundation -- Government Relations Associate – $70k-$82k

32) KetchumExecutive Vice President, US Influencer Lead – $225k+ – DC, New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Raleigh 

33) Maderia SchoolCommunications Manager (pdf) for their Summer day camp – seasonal role

34-35) Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

36-37) National Alliance to End Homelessness

38-39) National Public Radio

40) NBC NewsCoordinating Producer supporting Hallie Jackson - $135k-$190k

41) Northern Virginia Regional Park AuthorityDigital Marketing Specialist – $65k-$75k – apply by Mar. 25

42) Oil Change InternationalPublic Finance Communications Campaigner – $65k-$80k – remote-based – apply by Mar. 10 – see also main career page 

43) Project HopeMarketing Copywriter – see also main career page 

44) Protect DemocracyEditorial Specialist – $84k-$94k

45) TeslaManaging Policy Advisor, Virtual Power Plant & Rates Policy – $98k-$228k

46) U.S. Conference of Catholic BishopsOutreach & Policy Advisor, Education – $90k-$100k – see also main career page 

47-50) … and finally: opportunities with Phoenix Tailings, a company aspiring to become the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company – see also main career page

Thursday, February 26, 2026

We've Got Some Jobs for You

Hello Thursday job-search enthusiasts! We hope a find a few of these are worth checking out further.

1) The Potential Energy Coalition, a nonprofit working to transform the way the world thinks about climate, is seeking a visionary Head of Communications with Must have 10+ years of strategic communications or related experience; familiarity with the climate policy discourse preferred – $220k-$240k – DC, New York or remote-based – search managed by Chaloner

2) Future Now is recruiting for a Head of Strategic Communications with 8+ years of responsible experience in politics, non-profits, policy, or government as well as background speaking with the media on and off the record – $215k-$228k – remote-based – apply by Mar. 20 – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

3) Airlines Reporting CorporationContent & Media Relations Specialist – $81k-$129k – see also main career page

4-5) Air & Space Forces Association (scroll to find)

6) AmazonPublic Relations Manager, Customer Trust – $126k-$188k – Arlington, Va., New York or Seattle

7) AstraZenecaDirector, North America R&D Site Communications – $146k-$220k – apply by Mar. 2 

8) AxiosReporter – $60k-$130k – DC area local news focus

9) BAE SystemsExternal Communications Specialist – $82k-$140k

10) Bloomberg Industry GroupCapitol Hill Reporter 

11-17) Capitol Hill

18) Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of WashingtonManager of Corporate & Foundation Partnerships – $80k-$85k – see also main career page 

19-20) Chesapeake Climate Action Network – see also main career page

21) Children’s Hospital AssociationDigital Communications Specialist – $75k-$137k – see also main career page

22) Children’s Inn at NIHChief Philanthropy & Communications Officer – $238k-$250k – search managed by Staffing Advisors

23) DC Central KitchenCommunications Coordinator – $26-$28/hr

24-25) DC Dept. of Licensing & Consumer Protection

26) DC Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety & JusticeLegislative Analyst – $93k-$119k – apply by Mar. 11

27) Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military MedicineCommunications Specialist supporting the Murtha Cancer Center Research Program 

28) Issue OneLegislative Manager, Strategic Partnerships – $85k-$95k – apply by Feb. 28 – see also main career page 

29) Marriott InternationalPublic Relations Manager at the Gaylord National Harbor – $76k-$103k

30) Metropolitan Police DepartmentSupervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $99k-$139k – apply by Mar. 7

31) Mystery lobbying organizationExecutive Assistant, Communications & Marketing – 2-3 month term – $30-$35/hr – search managed by Beacon Hill Solutions Group 

32) Mystery rapidly scaling Arlington-based tech companyVice President, Brand & Creative – search managed by TorchLight Hire 

33) Mystery nationally recognized Vienna-based nonprofitMarketing Coordinator – March-June 2026 – $28-$30/hr – search managed by the Addison Group 

34) National Electrical Manufacturers AssociationVice President, Communications (scroll to find)

35-37) RH Strategic – see also main career page

38-39) Sierra Club

40) S&P GlobalGlobal Head Communications, Mobility 

41) Tecolote ResearchStrategic Communications Specialist supporting the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Space Acquisition & Integration 

42) U.S.-Japan CouncilExecutive & Development Assistant – remote based; working Pacific time zone hours – $68k-$80k – bilingual w/ Japanese highly valued – see also main career page 

43) U.S. NavyWriter/Editor supporting the Naval History & Heritage Command – $70k-$111k – apply by Mar. 5

Best wishes for an awesome weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. 

Monday, February 23, 2026

And 60 more!

Hello Monday! We landed on 60 again – not by design; that's just where ended up. Enjoy the jobs.

1) Bipartisan lobbying & communications firm Lot Sixteen is recruiting for a Government Relations Associate – $60k – experience in public service – on the Hill, in the military, at an agency or otherwise – deemed outstanding for your prospects; background in energy and/or natural resources sector a plus  - see also main career page [update: Lot Sixteen has told us they've reached their target for applicants & have closed the listing].

2) Propulsion Strategies is in search mode for an Account Director (pdf) with 7-10 years’ experience in communications roles at progressive advocacy organizations, electoral campaigns, and/or consulting firms serving those clients, as well as a strong media relations background/relationships – $90k-$115k – can be remote-based w/ East Coast hours – see also LinkedIn version

3) The Data Center Coalition is seeking a Senior Manager of Advocacy Communications with At least 5 years of experience working in communications, public relations, politics, political campaigns, or a related field; agency, trade association, campaign, advocacy organization, or political consulting firm background a plus – $100k-$120k

4) The International Dairy Foods Association has shared a very fresh Vice President of Communications (pdf) opportunity suited for candidates with 10+ years of experience in public affairs, policy communications, media relations, or strategic communications, excellent writing, editing, and strategic thinking skills, and facility with social media, podcast & other new media – see also main career page 

5) Democratic direct mail, targeting & design firm Pivot Group is looking for a Senior Vice President with political savvy, strong relationship-building ability, and exceptional communications skills – $150k – remote-based – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

6) Proof Strategies is seeking a Senior Director, Public Relations & Marketing with 6+ years of experience in public relations, marketing communications, or integrated communications for government, nonprofit, or corporate clients; agency background strongly preferred – see also main career page 

7) C3 Solutions is looking to hire a Congressional & External Relations Director with 2+ years of experience in public policy, political science, communications, government affairs, or related field to develop relationships on the Hill, within the administration, and with external partners – $65k-$120k – Arlington, Va. or remote-based in DC area – search managed by Talent Market  

8-13) American Bridge 21st Century – most of these are described as 2026 campaign cycle positions – see also main career page

14-15) American Petroleum Institute – see also main career page

16) American Red CrossSenior Director, Enterprise Communications – $150k-$200k

17) American Society of Health System PharmacistsDirector of Development – $110k-$137k – remote-based – see also main career page 

18) Arlington County Public SchoolsDirector of Communications – $113k-$186k

19-20) Audubon Society – see also main career page

21) Bill of Rights InstituteDirector of Strategic Partnerships (scroll to find)

22) British EmbassyHM Revenue & Customs Liaison Support Manager – $87k – apply by Mar. 15

23) CACI Strategic Public Affairs Specialist supporting the National Reconnaissance Office – $98k-$217k – Secret clearance required – Chantilly, Va.

24-26) DDC Public Affairs – see also main career page

27-29) Georgetown University

31-32) gmmb – see also main career page

33) GreenpeaceCommunications Specialist – 12 month term – $64k-$68k –  DC, MD, VA, NY, NJ, CT or CA

34) GoogleHead of Reputation & Responsibility Communications, YouTube – $211k-$297k – DC, New York or San Bruno, CA

35) Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under LawSenior Media Coordinator – $60k-$85k – see also main career page 

36-39) League of Women Voters – Specialist roles are described as temp-to-perm – see also main career page

40-42) Media Cause – see also main career page

43-46) MissionWired – see also main career page

47) National Breast Cancer CoalitionDevelopment Database Manager (pdf) – $60k-$75k – see also main career page 

48) Northop GrummanMedia Relations Specialist, Space Sector – $89k-$141k – Secret clearance required – McLean, Dulles, or Falls Church, Va; Linthicum, MD; Colorado Springs, CO; Promontory, UT; Huntsville, AL; or Redondo Beach, CA

49) Public Company Accounting Oversight BoardHead of Strategic Communications to the Chairman – $222k-$348k – see also main career page 

50) Scripps NewsPhotojournalist – $98k-$100k – see also main career page 

51) Sea Machines Director of Communications – see also main career page 

52-55) Smithsonian Institution

56-59) Virginia Tech – Blacksburg, Va.

59) VolareCommunications Specialist (pdf) – $55k-$60k – fka Network for Victim Recovery of DC

60) Washington PostArt Director, Opinions

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Six-Oh!

Wednesday Update: Here’s an early look at some opportunities shared with us this week; we’ll give them a more detailed write-up in our next set on Monday:

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 Just one set this week, 60 entries' worth. See you again next Monday (we hope).

1) BICSI, an association working to advance the information and communications technology profession, is seeking a Director of Government Relations (pdf) with 8+ years of government relations/public policy experience & proven abilities in management of regulatory stakeholder processes – $130k-$150k – see also main career page – search managed by Vetted Solutions 

2-3) The Aspen Institute has passed along two roles supporting their Philosophy & Society Program:

  • Project Lead, Philosophy Research & Development Lab – 5+ years of relevant management, editorial & operational experience required, along with portfolio of research or authored work that demonstrates intellectual rigor & public clarity – $85k-$97k
  • Research Fellows, Public Philosophy – Sept. 2026-Aug. 2027 – two posts available – $67k-$72k – PhD in Philosophy or a related field desired; in exceptional cases Aspen is open to intellectual journalists who have a strong record of genuine intellectual engagement & national level publication

4-11) American Enterprise Institute

12-13) Association of Zoos & Aquariums 

14) Booz AllenStrategic Communications Specialist, Mid-level – $55k-$126k – experience working with U.S. Department of Defense strategic communications or public affairs a plus – Edgewood, MD

15) Brookings InstitutionResearch Analyst, Global Economy & Development – $60k-$66k

16-19) Capitol Hill

20-22) Cato Institute

23-24) Center for American Progress

25) DC Dept. of Youth Rehabilitation ServicesPublic Information Officer -- $114k-$160k – apply today, Feb. 17 

26-27) DCG – opportunities supporting a Federal law enforcement agency – see also main career page

28-32) Edelman PR

33) Federation of State Medical BoardsSenior Vice President, Government Affairs – $200k-$250k – search managed by WittKieffer 

34) George Washington UniversityAssistant Director, Direct Response Annual Giving – $49k-$75k

35) Hilton HotelsSenior Analyst, Sustainability & Community Impact 

36-37) Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD

38) KrogerExecutive Assistant, Government Affairs – $26-$39/hr – apply by Feb. 19; 12:29pm – see also main career page

 39) National Alliance for Care at HomeState Affairs Analyst – $75k-$85k – apply by Feb. 27

40) National Association of College & University Business OfficersSenior Director of Government Affairs & Business Policy – $160k-$190k – see also main career page 

41) National Indian Gaming CommissionSupervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $143k-$187k – apply by Feb. 27; subject to early closure

42) National Ready Mixed Concrete AssociationSenior Manager, Member Engagement/Communications & Advocacy – $75k-$105k

43) New AmericaSenior Associate, U.S. Land & Housing (scroll to find) – apply by Mar. 6

44-45) Plastics Industry Association (scroll to find) 

46-52) POLITICO

53) Society of Chemical Manufacturers & AffiliatesVice President, Government Relations (pdf) – see also main career page 

54) Smithsonian Institution – Assistant Director, Integrated Communications with the National Museum of American History – $169k – $197k – apply by Feb. 21

55-56) Searches managed by Torchlight Hire

57-59) University of Maryland

60) U.S. Chamber of CommerceExecutive Assistant, Marketing & Communications – $83k-$94k

That's it for this week, so best wishes for a productive Tues-Fri & and fine weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. Don't miss terrific new releases from Perennial's barrel-aged, chili-tinged Abraxas series on pour at Rustico in Alexandria on Thursday, Feb. 19 – more details here

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Innovative, Senior, Special & Catalytic

Saturday update: we happened upon this Senior Government Relations Manager, Health role with grocery mainstay Kroger sporting a fast-approaching, very precise Feb. 17, 8:04am application deadline & felt compelled share it w/ you ASAP – see also main career page

Friday update: we'll be back with a new set on Tuesday; probably our only one next week. 

Hello Thursday & hello thawing temps! So cheery! 

1) Solar photovoltaic manufacturer QCells is recruiting for a Communications Manager with 5+ years of relevant experience; background in policy communications, government affairs, or issue advocacy a strong plus – $130k-$170k – see also main career page 

2) CINQCARE, a self-described innovative health and care company on a mission to eliminate barriers and to improve care in high-need, urban & rural communities, is seeking a Vice President, Marketing Communications & Brand Advancement with 10+ years of experience in a senior management role in marketing and communications for nonprofit, corporate, and/or agency organizations; healthcare knowledge is a bonus – $215k-$250k – see also main career page 

3-10) Democratic direct mail, targeting & design firm Pivot Group has let us know they are staffing up for multiple roles through the 2026 election cycle – remote-based except as noted – apply by Feb. 23 for priority consideration – see also main career page

11-12) ABC News

13-14) American Constitution Society – see also main career page

15) Americans for the ArtsSenior Director, Individual Giving & Major Gifts – $115k-$135k – see also main career page 

16-17) American University

18) APCO WorldwideInternships (search Washington, DC location) – June-Dec. 2026 – multiple disciplines noted – $18/hr – apply by Feb. 27

19-21) Bloomberg Industry Group – see also main career page

22) Brookings InstitutionProject Manager supporting the Thornton China Center – $61k-$80k

23) Chesapeake Bay FoundationMarketing Manager – $64k-$74k – Annapolis, MD; Richmond or Virginia Beach, Va., or Harrisburg, PA– apply by Feb. 27

24-25) Common Cause – see also main career page

26) Enterprise Community PartnersCommunications Director – $125k-$135k – see also main career page 

27) Fox NewsPolitics Reporter – $102k-$115k

28) Heritage FoundationSenior Trade Policy Analyst – $115k-$130k

29) KetchumAccount Exec, Sports Communication – $62k-$68k – DC, New York or Chicago

30-32) League of Conservation Voters

33) Learning Policy InstituteEditorial Associate – $60k-$75k – DC, San Francisco or remote-based – apply by Feb. 17 

34) Longwell PartnersIntern and Graphic Design Intern – Summer 2026 – apply by Mar. 13

35) Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIOCommunications & Outreach Manager (pdf) – apply by Feb. 20 – see also main career page 

36) Mystery organization focused on public policy issues affecting the dietary supplement & natural products sector – Government Affairs Associate – $60k-$80k – described as entry-level – Gainesville, Va. – search managed by ROCS Staffing 

37) Navy Federal Credit UnionPublic Affairs Specialist – Vienna, Va. or Pensacola, FL

38) NovartisDirector, Federal Policy – $176k-$327k

39) Pulitzer Center on Crisis ReportingDirector of Strategic Communications – $100k-$118k – see also main career page 

40-41) Refugees International – see also main career page

42) REPRO Rising Virginia – Policy Director – $90k-$105k – Alexandria or Richmond, Va. – apply by Mar. 2 – search managed by CLC Endeavors 

43) RF Catalytic Capital/Invest in Our Future Communications Director – $165k-$185k – see also main career page 

44) Signal GroupSenior Vice President, Public Affairs – $150k-$225k – see also main career page

45) UL Standards & EngagementDirector, Integrated Communications – $144k-$198k

46) United Nations FoundationSenior Associate, Alliances & Partnerships/Global Health Advocacy – $61k-$76k

47) Washington Post Senior Events Producer – $85k-$127k

48) Working AmericaMedia Director – $155k – search managed by NRG Consulting Group 

49-50) … and finally: expanding podcast network City Cast is looking to bolster their City Cast DC team – see also main career page

51) … and finally, part 2: how about a part-time Office Manager role with the Arts Center at the Wesley Theological Seminary, tucked in next to American University in NW DC? – $20-$25/hr – see also main career page

Best wishes for a spectacularo! weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.  

Monday, February 9, 2026

We Can Dream & So Can You

Warmer weather, a new & improved employment situation, or really getting into sake – dream it, dare it, do it! Admittedly, you probably can't do much on the warmer weather front without a plane ticket, but you can still dream that part.

1) The Partnership for Public Service is recruiting for a Director, External Communications & Media Relations with 10+ years of successful experience demonstrated in external communications or media relations, ideally in a senior or leadership role – $125k-$160k – see also main career page 

2-3) West End Strategy Team has shared these – see also main career pag

  • Vice President – $135k–$150k – senior leadership role driving growth via business development + client relationships, plus talent development
  • Strategist– $70k–$75k – 3–5 years’ experience sought (agency, nonprofit, government, media, think tank or similar), supporting earned media strategy, messaging, digital strategy + crisis communications

4) American Petroleum InstituteManager, Digital Communications – $93k-$126k

5-6) Anaplan – Reston, Va. or Minneapolis – see also main career page

7) Audubon SocietyCommunications Associate, Working Lands – $28-$31/hr – DC or selected other cities

8-13) Capitol Hill

14-15) Corner Alliance – contract award-contingent roles

16) Executive Leadership CouncilChief Engagement Officer for Communications & Marketing 

17) FedEx FreightSenior Advisor, Federal Affairs – $116k-$204k – Manassas, Va., Annapolis Junction, MD or Curtis Bay, MD

18) GenentechRegional Director, Policy Communications – $141k-$263k

19) Gilead Sciences – Associate Director, U.S. Virology Strategy & Policy – $177k-$250k – DC or Foster City, CA

20) Husch Blackwell – Associate Director, Communications – $195k-$286k – DC & 20 other cities – see also main career page 

21) Johnson Controls Senior Director, Government Affairs – $157k-$237k

22) Korea Economic InstituteDirector for External Engagement – $90k-$100k – proficiency in Korean required – see also main career page

23) Lynker CorporationCommunications & Policy Specialist supporting NOAA's Marine Debris Program – $67k-$94k

24) Motor & Equipment Manufacturers AssociationDirector of Strategic Communications – $125k-$140k

25) Mystery political nonprofit Video/Podcast Editor – freelance status – $55/hr – search managed by Creative Circle 

26) Northern Virginia Electric CooperativeDirector, Government Relations & External Affairs – Manassas, Va.

27) Preferred Travel Group/Historic Hotels of AmericaManager, Communications & Social Media – $40k-$50k – see also main career page

28) SemaforContract Video Editor – $6,200-$7,000/mo. – New York

29) Strada Education Foundation/CredLensContent Writer – see also main career page 

30) University of Virginia Communications Strategist, UVa Medical Center – $74k – Charlottesville, Va.

31) Westinghouse Electric CompanyManager, Government & International Affairs – $130k-$163k

32) Winston & StrawnDirector of Strategic Marketing, Communications & Brand (filter by location or scroll down for DC roles) – $240k-$280k – see also main career page 

33) … and finally: of all the off-beat roles we’ve featured in the "... and finally" category, a team member post at San Francisco’s incredible True Sake is surely among the very least likely that DCPA+CJ will actually help to fill, but we can dream & so can you – scroll to the bottom to sign up for their their lively-yet-soothing monthly newsletter.