Abetting Your Ambitions

Hello Thursday & and the to the bridge to your weekend! We've got 60+ listings to abet your job-search ambitions.

1) Proof Strategies has passed along this Account Manager, Earned Media & Public Relations role suited for candidates with 4–6 years of experience in public relations, earned media, or communications; agency background strongly preferred – $82k-$90k – see also main career page; note – this particular job is not listed there, just on LinkedIn for now.

2) Collaborative Communications is recruiting for a Vice President, Public Relations (scroll to find) with 8-10 years of progressive experience in public relations, media relations, or integrated communications, ideally within education, philanthropy, or social impact sectors.

3) Waxman Strategies has sent us this very fresh Director, Health Team (scroll to find) post – $106k-$139k – 5+ years experience desired, with a background working in a government setting and/or with advocacy organizations or lobbying firms – fluency in Spanish a plus

4-6) Regulatory intelligence provider HData has shared these opportunities – see also main career page

• Enterprise Customer Success Manager – $90k-$110k – 3+ Years of Experience in a revenue-generating, quota-carrying role (CSM or Account Manager), preferably in Fintech, Regtech, Datatech SaaS Platforms
• Account Executive – $80k-$95k – 7+ years of experience as an account exec or similar background 
• Sales Development Representative – $80k-$95k – 1-3 years of experience in sales, business development, or a customer-facing role

7-9) Aerospace Industries Association – see also main career page

• Vice President, Civil Aviation
• Senior Director, International Affairs
• Senior Manager, International Affairs

10) American Academy of Pediatrics – Strategic Communications Specialist – $82k-$86k – see also main career page 

11) American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists – Video Editor & Graphic Designer – $75k-$85k

12) Americans for the Arts – Senior Director of Marketing & Communications – $115k-$130k – review of applications starts Mar. 27 – see also main career page 

13) Atlas Network – Marketing & Communications Intern – Summer 2026 – $15/hr – more Intern roles available – apply by Apr. 30

14) Bread for the City – Communications & Engagement Associate – $65k-$75k – see also main career page 

15-18) Carnegie Endowment for International Peace – see also main career page

• Senior Donor Relations Manager – $120k-$125k – apply by Apr. 6
• Program & Research Manager, Sustainability/Climate & Geopolitics Program – $80k-$85k – apply by Apr. 2
• Program Assistant, South Asia Program, Sustainability/Climate & Geopolitics Program – $50k-$52k – apply by Mar. 31
• Program Assistant, Technology & International Affairs – $48k-$50k – apply by Mar. 27

19) Catholic University – Marketing Communications Specialist – $70k-$75k

20-21) CNN

• Politics Editor – $85k-$159k
• CNN News Associate Program – 15-month term, starting Summer 2026 – $24/hr – program features hands-on rotational positions where early career journalists can develop journalistic skills

22) Council of State Governments – Corporate Relations Coordinator supporting Women in Government – $58k-$68k – apply by Apr. 5

23-24) Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee

• Social Media & Creative Director – $$110k
• multiple campaign support roles also recently added – DC & field-based

25) Federal Reserve Board – Deputy Director, Consumer & Community Affairs – $286k-$334k – see also main career page 

26-27) Federation of American Scientists – see also main career page

• Senior Manager, Government Capacity – $90k-$120k
• Government Affairs Manager – $70k-$85k

28-29) Fox News

• Senior Editorial Producer – $128k-$150k
• Assignment Editor, Fox 5 DC – $35/hr

30) GEICO – Senior Director, Social Content &Community – $195k-$315k – Bethesda, MD or New York

31) ICF – Senior Communications Specialist, Public Health supporting a Dept. of War client – $81k-$166k

32) Inter-American Dialogue – Reporter/Latin America Advisor – part-time – $21-$23/hr – fluency in Spanish required – DC-area candidates preferred – see also main career page 

33) JPMorgan Chase – DOI Communications Senior Associate – DC or New York

34-35) KPMG

• Director, Financial Communications – $171k-$297k – DC, McLean, New York, Chicago, or Montvale, NJ
• Communications Manager, Audit/Assurance & KPMG Private – $96k-$177k – DC or New York

36) Marriott Corp. – Director, Command Center Communications – $126k-$175k

37) Metropolitan Police Dept. – Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $99k-$139k – apply by Apr. 2

38) Mystery international affairs think tank – Branding Designer – part-time – search managed by Creative Circle 

39) Mystery top DC law firm – Digital Marketing Coordinator – $58k – search managed by the Ford Agency 

40) National Women’s Law Center – Social Media & Digital Engagement Intern – Summer 2026 – $18/hr – remote-based in one of these states: DC, MD, VA, NJ, PA, IL, NY, or CT – apply by Apr. 19; subject to early closure

41-42) Nature Conservancy

• Senior Policy Advisor, Freshwater – $129k-$149k
• Senior Campaigns Associate – $90k-$103k

43) NBC News – Associate Producer, Meet the Press – $65k-$75k

44) Partnership For Public Service – Director, Major Gifts & Individual Giving – $125k-$150k – additional details (pdf) – search managed by DriWaterstone 

45-48) Pew Charitable Trusts

• Principal Communication Associate, U.S. Environment – $78k-$87k
• Senior State Policy Officer supporting the Safer Chemicals Project – $142k-$159k
• Public Policy Support Manager, Safer Chemicals Project – $79k-$89k
• Associate Editorial Director – $140k-$156k

49-50) Pew Research Center

• Strategic Communications Manager, News & Information – $90k
• Communications Associate – $70k

51-52) SEIU

• Integrated Campaign Coordinator – $92k
• Senior Legislative Assistant – $74k

53) Siemens – Media & Public Affairs Manager – $97k-$167k

54) Society for Human Resource Management – Media Relations Specialist – $70k-$85k

55)  Solar Energy Industries Association – Director, Regulatory Affairs & Counsel – $135k-$160k – JD required – see also main career page 

56) Strategic Education Inc. – Marketing Specialist, Social Media – Herndon, Va., Minneapolis, or remote-based

57) UN Foundation – Senior Associate, Advocacy & Communications supporting Family Planning 2030 – $62k-$78k

58) Washington International School – Director of Marketing & Communications – $125k-$165k – see also main career page 

59-62) WETA (scroll to find) – see also main career page

• Breaking News Reporter – $85k
• Digital Fundraising Manager – $65k-$75k
• Digital Fundraising Coordinator – $50k-$55k
• Gwen Ifill Fellow – $22/hr – supporting production for weekly national news programs

63) Young Voices – Content Creator – $60k-$80k – DC or New York – search managed by Talent Market 

64) … and finally: we’ve always thought the hotel business would be a fun early-career choice & we also have nostalgic affection for the Fairmont brand (and esp. the Tonga Room in their S.F outpost), so we’re super-happy to pass along this Marketing Manager post at the Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown – $66k-$85k

65) … and finally, part 2: the Walt Disney Company offers Orlando-based Disney Destinations Communications Intern opportunities spanning June 2026 to Jan. 2027 – $22/hr – must be enrolled in college/university at time of application, which sounds especially great for just-about-to-graduate folks

Best wishes for a fab weekend (despite Saturday's less-than-Springy weather outlook) from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

Active, United, Political & Personal

Welcome to your job-seek week! Good luck.

1-4) ACLU

• Senior Director, National Campaigns – $242k
• Senior Redistricting Campaign Lead – $188k
• Senior Democracy Campaign Strategist – $161k
• Digital Organizing Strategist – $108k

5-7) Active Minds – see also main career page

• Director of Marketing & Communications – $100k-$114k
• Manager, Digital Media & Communications – $65k
• Senior Associate, Social Media Content – $65k – remote-based

8) American Hotel & Lodging Association – Director, Advocacy Engagement – $110k-$130k

9-10) American University

• Associate Director of Media Relations – $100k
• Data Editor supporting the Investigative Reporting Workshop – $65k-$75k

11-12) AstraZeneca

• Director, Policy Communications – $146k-$220k – apply by Apr. 9
• Senior Manager, Global Media Relations – $87k-$131k – apply by Apr. 1

13) Bristol Myers Squibb – Director, Federal Government Affairs – $206k-$249k

14-17) Capitol Hill – more Senate roles available

• Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) – Communications Director – $150k-$160k
• Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-MO) – Senior Policy & Communications Advisor
• Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) – Legislative Assistant – foreign policy, defense & national security focus
• Senate Environment & Public Works Committee, Democratic Staff – Climate Policy Advisor

18) Climate Central – Digital Fundraising & Annual Giving Manager – $80k-$90k – remote-based; periodic travel to headquarters in Princeton, NJ may be required – apply by Apr. 1

19-22) Edelman PR

• Vice President, Health Media – $95k-$165k – DC, New York, Chicago, Austin, Atlanta or Dallas
• Account Supervisor, Technology PR – $68k-$96k – DC, New York or Atlanta
• Senior Account Exec, Health – $60k-$80k – DC, New York or Chicago
• Account Exec, Health – $55k-$68k – DC, New York or Chicago

23-24) End Citizens United

• Press Secretary – $70k-$90k
• National Political Director – $112k-$120k

25-30) FleishmanHillard

• Senior Vice President, Public Affairs/Healthcare/Pharma – $110k-$225k
• Vice President, Digital Health Strategist – $77k-$175k – DC, New York, Boston, or Chicago
• Vice President, Health & Life Sciences – $77k-$175k – DC, New York, Boston, or Chicago
• Managing Supervisor, Health & Life Science – $71k-$125k – DC, New York, Boston, or Chicago
• Senior Account Exec, Health & Life Science Communications – $58k-$82k – DC, New York, Austin, or Chicago
• Public Affairs Intern – Summer 2026 – $17-$22/hr

31) Fox News – Desk Assistant – $23-$27/hr

32) Korean Broadcasting System – News & Office Assistant – $23/hr – bilingual w/ Korean required

33-34) Heritage Foundation

• Research Fellow, Policy Studies – $128k-$157k
• Research Fellow, Center for Data Analysis – $128k-$157k

35) HIAS – Mid-Level Giving Manager – $80k-$85k – Silver Spring, MD, New York or remote-based – see also main career page 

36) Ketchum – Senior Account Exec, Issues & Crisis – $70k-$80k – DC, New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Raleigh or San Francisco 

37) League of Conservation Voters – Government Affairs Associate, Judiciary & Democracy – $60k-$79k – apply by Apr. 6

38) Marriott International – Director, Strategic Communications & Projects – $126k-$175k

39) Mystery employer – Vice President of Policy & Advocacy – $200k-$230k – search managed by Cessna & Associates 

40) Mystery U.S. government agency – Social Media Analyst – $28-$32/hr – search managed by Contact1 

41) NBC News – Desk Assistant – $21/hr

42) Personal Care Products Council – Communications & Digital Media Specialist – see also main career page 

43) Port Authority of New York & New Jersey – Director, Corporate Communications & Media Relations – $215k-$230k – New York – search managed by Chaloner 

44) Project On Government Oversight – Government Affairs Lead – $68k-$83k – apply by Apr. 1

45) SAIC – Senior Public Affairs Officer – Secret clearance required – award-contingent opportunity

46-47) Smithsonian Institution

• Gift Officer, Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden – $85k-$111k – apply by Apr. 15
• Advancement Associate – $70k-$91k – apply by Mar. 31

48-49) StratasCorp – opportunities supporting a U.S. Navy client– award-contingent roles – see also main career page

• Communications Lead – Secret clearance required
• Communications Specialist – $125k-$145k – Secret clearance required

50) Treasury Dept. – Legislative Affairs Coordinator supporting the Office of Foreign Assets Control – $74k-$138k – apply by Mar. 26 

51) University of Virginia – Lead Content Manager, UVA Health – $77k – Charlottesville, Va.

52-53) Washington Post

• White House Reporter – $137k-$228k
• Digital Desk Editor – $73k-$110k

Your Thursday Set

We've got 45 more for you. Enjoy your Thursday set, best wishes for minimal bracket breakage, and look ahead to weekend warmth.

Thursday update: Here's a Local Business Journalism 4-day reporter training workshop opportunity from the National Press Foundation – Apr. 26-29, 2026 – all-expenses paid, including travel – apply by Mar. 23 

1) The State Democracy Project is recruiting for an Executive Director with 10+ years’ experience in senior leadership in nonprofit organizations and a demonstrated commitment to building power for marginalized communities, social justice & a more responsive democracy – $130k-$150k – remote-based – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

2) The Competitive Enterprise Institute is seeking a Government Affairs & Coalitions Director with 6+ years of experience working in Congress or a legislative affairs role & alignment with CEI’s mission – $80k-$120k – search managed by Talent Market 

3-4) The Specialty Equipment Market Association, representing 7,000 companies manufacturing specialized auto parts, has very fresh opportunities available: 

• Manager, Digital Communications & Partnership – $85k-$110k – 4-6+ years of experience in digital advocacy, public affairs, political campaigns, coalition building, or related roles desired, along with strong awareness of online trends, personalities, and culture, and the ability message through a variety of voices
• Senior Manager of State Government Affairs – $80k-$120k – 3-5 years of experience in government relations, public policy, or a related field, focusing on state-level advocacy sought

5) American Enterprise Institute – Research Assistant, Education Policy Studies – $50k-$54k

6) Ameriprise Financial – Government Affairs Coordinator – $25-$44/hr – DC or Minneapolis – apply by Apr. 16

7) Axiologic Solutions – Strategic Communications Specialist supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency CIO – Secret clearance required – see also main career page 

8) Blue Cross Blue Shield Association – Assistant Vice President, Policy Development & Research – $215k-$320k

9) British Embassy – Senior Policy Adviser, Counter Terrorism & Middle East – $87k – New York – apply by Mar. 30

10) Brookings Institution – Director, Institutional Giving – $123k-$144k

11) Building Owners & Managers Association, International – Vice President Sales, Marketing & Communications – $160k-$200k

12) CBS News – Broadcast Associate, CBS Weekend News – $50k – Wed.-Sun. schedule – DC or New York

13) Communities in Schools – Grant Writer – $77k-$82k

14) Georgetown University – Marketing Manager, School of Continuing Studies – $41k-$65k

15) George Washington University – Director of Development, School of Public Health – $120k-$169k

16) GlaxoSmithKline – Manager, US Vaccine Policy – $134k-$233k

17) Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS – Communications Coordinator – $55k-$60k – see also main career page 

18-19) Human Rights Campaign (scroll to find)

• Director, Rapid Response & Narrative Strategy – $135k-$162k
• Federal & State Affairs Manager/Senior Manager – $55k-$80k

20) Inter-American Development Bank – Water & Sanitation Public Policy Consultant – apply by Mar. 21 

21) International Bridge, Tunnel & Turnpike Association – Manager, Marketing and Communications – $102k-$114k

22) Institute for Portfolio Alternatives – Vice President/Senior Director of Government Affairs & Policy – $225k-$275k

23) Johns Hopkins University – Communications Specialist, Student Affairs – $58k – Baltimore, MD

24-25) MacArthur Justice Center – see also main career page

• Development Coordinator – $66k-$74k – apply by Apr. 16
• Communications Intern – Summer 2026 – apply by Apr. 11

26) National Academy for State Health Policy – Policy Associate, Coverage/Cost & Value – $70k-$87k

27-28) National Association of REALTORS – see also main career page

• Director, Federal Technology Policy – $190k-$210k
• Marketing Manager, Advocacy – $110k-$130k

29-30) National Bureau of Asian Research – see also main career page

• Project Associate, Political & Security Affairs – $23/hr – apply by Apr. 3
• Project Associate, Technology & Geoeconomic Affairs – $23/hr – apply by Apr. 6

31) Nexstar Media Group – NewsNation DC News Gathering Field Producer – $80k-$90k – see also main career page 

32) Norwegian Refugee Council – Fundraising Advisor – $102k-$106k – see also main career page 

33) Rock Creek Foundation – Outreach & Communications Manager – $70k-$80k – see also main career page 

) SEIU – Assistant Director of Legislation – $135k

35-38) Smithsonian Institution

• Government Relations Specialist – $121k-$158k – apply by Apr. 1; subject to early closure
• Gift Officer – $143k-$187k – apply by Mar. 24
• Gift Officer, National Museum of Asian Art – $102k-$122k – apply by Apr. 13
• Advancement Associate – $70k-$91k – apply by Mar. 26

39) United Nations Foundation – Senior Communications Associate supporting the Universal Access Project – $61k-$76k

40) University of Maryland – Development Program Manager, University Libraries – apply by Mar. 26

41) US Federal Solutions – Congressional Liaison Program Manager supporting the U.S. Space Force – Secret clearance required – see also main career page 

42) World Resources Institute – Project Manager, Engagement & Stewardship/Individual Philanthropy – $84k-$95k – apply by Mar. 29

43) Virginia Education Association – Policy Analyst – $81k-$114k – Richmond, Va. – see also main career page 

44) WSSC Water – Digital Media Coordinator – $85k-$145k – Laurel, MD

45) … and finally: how about calling Riyadh, Saudi Arabia your workday home? This Government Relations & Strategy Manager with Boeing could place you there if your Arabic language skills & demonstrated experience engaging senior government officials within Saudi Arabia pass muster – apply by Mar. 22

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

Making New Friends

It's Monday & it's time to make some new friends, career-wise & otherwise. That's what it's all about (plus paying the mortgage/rent, health insurance, finding meaning & fulfillment in your daily existence, the fitness center here is actually pretty great, etc.). Think of the future pals you'll meet at these probably bursting-at-the-seams-with-new-friends workplaces.

Monday update: We just happened on these remote-based opportunities at the Smithsonian Institution with almost-here Mar. 17 application deadlines:

• Assistant Director of Advancement supporting their Scientists Taking Astronomy to Rural Schools program – $120k-$156k
• Gift Officer, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory – $101k-$131k

1) The Data Center Coalition is recruiting for a Senior Manager, State Policy focusing on Western states – remote-based background in policy advocacy, including working directly with state legislatures desired, as well as experience managing third-party lobbying consultants – remote-based in region

2) Collaborative Communications is in search mode for a Public Relations Strategist with 3–5 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or strategic communications, along with demonstrated success in securing earned media coverage & developing integrated media strategies in education, nonprofit, or philanthropic contexts.

3-6) The Atlantic

• Senior Producer, Video Podcasts – $105k-$150k
• Senior Associate Editor – $85k-$100k
• Art Director – $85k-$100k – DC or remote-based
• Designer – $85k-$100k – focus on creating visuals for social platforms – DC or remote-based

7) Bechtel – Communications Specialist 

8) BNSF Railway – Federal Government Affairs Manager – $87k-$94k

9-10) BRAC USA – remote-based – see also main career page

• Manager, External Engagement & Coordination – $80k-$85k – preference for NYC area candidates
• Manager, Individual Philanthropy – $80k-$85k – preference for West Coast-based candidates

11) Bristol Myers Squibb – Engagement & Budget Specialist, Global Policy Research/Analytics & Economics – $59k-$72k

12-13) Center for AI Risk Management & Alignment – remote-based roles – see also main career page

• Communications Director & Staff Director – $90k-$150k
• Societal Defense Researcher – $85k-$135k

14-16) Centers for Strategic & International Studies

• Publications Coordinator – $57k-$58k
• Program Coordinator & Research Assistant supporting the Project on Nuclear Issues – $55k-$65k
• Communications Intern and Congressional & Government Affairs Intern – Summer 2026 – $18-$20/hr – more Intern roles available

17) CoStar Group – Director, Public Relations & Corporate Communications

18) Defenders of Wildlife – Communications Specialist – $79k-$85k – see also main career page 

19) Destination DC – Digital Content Coordinator – $60k-$65k – see also main career page 

20) Embassy of Canada – Senior Trade Officer – $119k – Miami, FL – apply by Mar. 29

21) Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations – Political Affairs Officer – intermediate proficiency in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish desired – apply by Apr. 3 – see also main career page 

22) Foundation for the NIH – Strategic Alliances Officer – $100k-$120k – see also main career page

23-24) Future of Life Institute – see also main career page

• U.S. Policy Team Member – 2 roles available – $85k-$195k – apply by Apr. 3
• Communications Associate – remote-based – $75k-$115k – apply by Mar. 20

25) Katten Muchin Rosenman – Director of Public Relations & Communications – $240k-$290k – see also main career page

26) Genentech – Director, Federal Government Affairs 

27-29) George Mason University

• Associate Vice President of Development – apply by Mar. 25
• Associate Director of Development, College of Engineering & Computing – apply by Mar. 17
• Social Media Assistant, Advancement & Alumni Relations – part-time – apply by Mar. 23

30) Ketchum – Insights & Strategic Research Associate/Managing Consultant supporting Ketchum Analytics – $85k-$90k

31) Lilly Broadcasting – Pentagon Reporter – see also main career page

32) Maryland Live! Casino – Senior Vice President of Marketing – $185k-$256k – Hanover, MD – see also main career page 

33) MIRACORP –  Public Affairs & Media Engagement Specialist – $115k-$145k – Ft. Belvoir, Va.

35) Mystery Arlington-based nonprofit – Event Producer – $48-$54/hr – search managed by Cella 

35) Mystery human rights and social justice nonprofit – Freelance Writer – part-time – $45-$55/hr – remote-based – search managed by Careers in Nonprofits 

36) Mystery political consulting firm – Creative Director, Political Advertising – $100k+ – search managed by Brainstorm Creative Resources 

37-38) Mystery startup energy advocacy organization – remote-based roles – searches managed by Big Fish

• Director of Policy – $150k-$180k
• Director of State Campaigns – $150k-$180k

39-41) National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (scroll to find)

• Director, State Government Relations – $100k-$110k
• Manager, Public Affairs and Communications – $87k-$92k
• Executive Assistant & Government Relations Specialist – $70k-$78k 

42) National Health Law Program – Brand & Content Associate – $60k-$64k – remote-based – apply by Mar. 31 – see also main career page 

43) Pew Charitable Trusts – Senior Officer, Public Sector supporting the Enduring Earth partnership – $142k-$159k

44-45) Pew Research Center

• Head of Video – $130k
• Video Producer & Editor – $75k

46-47) Public Interest Legal Foundation – see also main career page

• Director of Communications – $90k-$135k
• Communications Associate – $60k-$85k

48-49) R Street Institute – see also main career page

• Policy Director, Energy & Environment – $185k-$200k
• Technology & Innovation Fellow – $80k-$90k

50) U.S. Navy – Congressional Affairs Officer supporting the US Indo-Pacific Command – $169k-$197k – apply by Mar. 17 

51) Voto Latino – Interns – Summer 2026 – $18/hr – opportunities in Communications, Social Media, Partnerships & Advocacy, and Strategic Initiatives departments – bilingual w/ Spanish a plus – apply by Apr. 25

52) Washington Post – Assistant Op-Ed Editor – $82k-$123k

53-54) … and finally: Fancy a communications role at a historic national treasure? Director of Media at George Washington’s Mount Vernon fits that bill – 10+ years’ relevant experience required including time in a supervisory role – Summer 2026 Media & Communications Intern also available w/ a $15/hr pay grade – see also main career page

55) … and finally, part 2: help make new friends for the Friends of the Bureau of Labor Statistics as an Outreach Specialist, with your labor compensated at a $62-$65/hr rate – or get in the fun by simply joining the Friends of the BLS; membership is free.

Orthopaedic, Osteopathic, Mission-Driven & Fresh

Hello Thursday job-seekers! We hope you can discount the wet weather & make it a great day.

1-2) These fresh Everytown for Gun Safety opportunities can be based in DC or New York:

• Regional Political Engagement Manager – $85k-$95k – Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience managing political campaigns, including an in-depth understanding of campaign operations
• Press Secretary – $80k-$90k – 4+ years of communications and media relations experience sought, esp. in digital media ecosystem

3-4) Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association

• Vice President, Regulatory Affairs – $170k-$210k
• Communications Specialist – $65k-$80k

5) American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons – Political Outreach Director – $83k-$86k – see also main career page 

6) American Association of Osteopathic Surgeons – Health Affairs & Government Relations Manager – $85k-$95k

7) American Forest & Paper Association – Director, Regulatory Affairs – $140k-$155k – see also main career page 

8) Amtrak – Senior Social Media Specialist – $78k-$101k

9) AstraZeneca – Director, Federal Government Affairs – $151k-$227k – apply by Mar. 23

10) Blue Energy – Head of Communications – see also main career page 

11-17) Capitol Hill

• Sen Patty Murray (D-WA) – Health Policy Advisor – $100k – apply by Mar 20
• Midwest Democrat – Press Secretary
• Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA) – Legislative Correspondent and Digital Assistant
• Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-ND) – Staff Assistant
• Northeast Democrat – Staff Assistant
• Find more Senate roles here or sign up for the House Employment Bulletin

18-19) Center for American Progress

• Vice President, Democracy – $140k-$168k
• Vice President, Institutional Giving – $140k-$168k

20) Chesapeake Bay Foundation – Communications & Media Relations Manager – $74k-$80k – Harrisburg, PA – apply by Mar. 16

21) Consumer Product Safety Commission – Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist/Deputy Director, Office of Communications – $143k-$187k – apply by Mar. 23

22) Do No Harm – Director of Policy – remote-based – search managed by Talent Market

23-26) Edelman PR

• Vice President, Health – $95k-$165k – DC, New York, Chicago or Los Angeles
• Vice President, Health – $95k-$165k – pharmaceutical issue focus – DC, New York, or Chicago or Los Angeles
• Senior Account Exec, Health Digital – $60k-$84k – DC, New York, or Chicago
• Account Exec, Financial Services Communications – $65k-$75k – DC, New York, or Chicago

27) Exelon – Senior Communications Specialist – $78k-$107k

28) Fannie Mae – Digital Content Strategist – $96k-$124k

29-30) FleishmanHillard

• Account Supervisor - Corporate Reputation, Technology – $61k-$94k
• Senior Research Manager, Insights + Analytics/True Global Intelligence – $61k-$94k
• DC, New York, Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte,; Chicago, Dallas, Texas, Los Angeles, Raleigh, San Francisco or St. Louis

31-33) FTI Consulting

• Director, Crisis Communications – $102k-$173k
• Director, Public Affairs/Industrials – $102k-$173k
• Senior Consultant, Public Affairs/Industrials – $80k-$119k

34) GE Aerospace – Legislative Analyst, Government Relations 

35) German Marshall Fund – Multimedia Specialist – $63k-$72k – see also main career page 

36) Gritter Francona, Inc. – Senior Communications Program Analyst – see also main career page 

37) International Community Bankers Association – Director, Grassroots Advocacy – $84k-$105k – see also main career page 

38-39) International Fresh Produce Association – see also main career page

• Vice President, U.S. Government Relations
• Director, Communications & Public Affairs

40) Ketchum – Account Supervisor, Food & Agriculture – $85k-$95k – DC, New York, Atlanta, Chicago or Dallas

41) Koniag Government Services – Social Media Coordinator 

42) Mystery Arlington-based association – Programs & Events Specialist – $32-$35/hr – search managed by Beacon Hill 

43) Mystery employer – Social Media Community Manager – remote-based – search managed by TorchlightHire 

44) Mystery international media organization – Newsroom Manager – $70k – search managed by the Ford Agency 

45) Mystery mission-driven association – Marketing Specialist – 2-3 month-term – $27-$32/hr – search managed by the Addison Group 

46) Nestle – Director, Global Public Affairs 

47) Niskanen Center – Health Policy Analyst – $70k-$96k – apply by Mar. 22 – see also main career page 

48) Parsons – Strategic Communications Specialist 

49-50) POLITICO

• Producer supporting the Playbook Podcast – late-evening shift, Sun-Thurs
• Events Specialist supporting POLITICO Live

51) St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School – Communications & Publications Manager – see also main career page 

52) Vistra – Director of Government Affairs – see also main career page 

53) Washington University, St. Louis – Federal Relations Specialist – $53k-$90k – DC-based

54) Wells Fargo – Head of National Community Relations – $250k-$420k – DC, Charlotte, Minneapolis, San Francisco, Tempe, AZ or Irving, TX

55) WilmerHale – Content & Social Media Senior Specialist – $89k-$111k

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

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 & Communities – Communications Coordinator – $55k-$60k – see also main career page 

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

• Media Training Specialist – fluency in Spanish required – apply by Apr. 2
• Communications Intern – Summer 2026 – $18/hr – apply by Mar. 30

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

7) Catholic University – Senior Communications Manager – $100k-$105k

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

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

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

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

• Director of Strategic Communications – $120k
• Campaign Finance Director, Federal & Gubernatorial Campaigns – $98k-$122k
• Federal & Gubernatorial Regional Director – $98k-$122k – 2026 campaign cycle role
• Campaigns Research Coordinator – $61k

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 University – Communications Coordinator – $62k-$72k

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

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

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

22-23) National Restaurant Association

• Advocacy Fundraising Director 
• Senior Content Strategist & Producer

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

25-27) Nature Conservancy

• Senior Policy Advisor, Forests – $129k-$149k
• Senior Donor Communications Officer – $94k-$137k
• Agricultural Policy Intern – Apr.-Oct. 2026 – $24/hr

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

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

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

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

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

• Individual Philanthropy Officer – $115k-$121k
• Development Associate – $28-$30/hr

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

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

36-37) U.S. Global Leadership Coalition

• Digital Communications Manager – $55k-$65k
• Government Relations Assistant – $45k-$48k

38) WSSC Water – Government 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

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

• National Press Secretary & Senior Writer (pdf) – $118k – focus on politics, policy & advocacy
• National Press Secretary & Senior Writer (pdf)– $118k – focus on civil rights, women’s economic agenda, reproductive rights, immigration, LGBTQ issues & more
• Press Secretary (pdf) – $106k

4) The Argument – Senior 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

• Lead Producer supporting the Next Level podcast and the Secret Podcast – $100k-$125k
• Deputy Social Media Editor – $80k-$100k
• Events & Communications Associate – $60k-$70k

9) DC Dept. of Human Services – Public 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

• Communications Manager – $98k-$128k
• Communications Associate – $77k-$80k

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

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

• Senior Communications Associate/Editor 
• Associate Director of Alumni Affairs – to $75k

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

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

18-20) World Bank

• Senior External Affairs Officer – apply by Mar. 16
• External Affairs Officer – apply by Mar. 17
• External Affairs Associate – apply by Mar. 18

21) American Academy of Dermatology – Manager, State Society Relations 

22) American Council on Education – Senior 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 Colleges – Policy & Regulatory Affairs Fellow – part-time – Apr.-Nov. 2026 – $20/hr – apply by Mar. 13

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

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

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

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

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

30) Mystery employer – Communications Coordinator 

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

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

• Senior Associate, Digital Communications – $80k – remote-based – apply by Mar. 12
• Media Intern – Apr./May-Dec. 2026 – $20/hr – remote-based – apply by Mar 13

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

35) Women’s Refugee Commission – Senior 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. 

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

• Senior Digital Content Creator, Business School – $65k-$70k
• Associate Director of Development – $70k-$73k
• Reporter/Researcher/Intern with the Investigative Reporting Workshop – Summer 2026 – $22/hr

7-10) APCO Worldwide

• Senior Consultant, Healthcare Communications – $75k-$90k – DC or New York
• Digital Research Associate – $71k-$81k – DC, New York, Chicago or Raliegh
• Senior Consultant, Campaigns & Advocacy – $75k-$90k – DC or Raleigh
• Global Digital Marketing Manager – $48k-$50k

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

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

13-17) Center for American Progress

• Executive Vice President, Policy – $225k-$260k
• Director, Economic Analysis – $92k-$110k
• Senior Writer & Analyst – $70k-$84k
• Research Analyst, Advocacy & Outreach – $58k-$66k
• Interns – Summer 2026 – $18/hr – multiple disciplines noted

18) Brookings Institution – Communications Manager – $66k-$78k

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

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

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

22-24) Edelman PR

• Senior Account Supervisor, Financial Services Communications/Crypto – $108k-$135k – DC, New York, Chicago or San Francisco
• Senior Account Exec, Associate Practice/Public Affairs – $60k-$80k – DC or New York
• Temporary Vice President, Media – health & wellness focus

25-26) FleishmanHillard

• Senior Vice President, Public Affairs – $110k-$225k
• Account Supervisor/Managing Supervisor, Media & Sponsored Content/Healthcare – $61k-$125k
• DC, New York, Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Kansas City; or Raleigh

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

• Policy Communications & Advocacy Specialist – $77k
• Development Manager – $95k – DC or San Francisco

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Senior Policy Analyst – contract role – $75k-$135k – apply by Mar. 13
• Visual Media Assistant – seasonal role – $16-$23/hr – apply by Mar. 10

36-37) National Alliance to End Homelessness

• Media Relations Specialist – $63k-$95k
• Communications Intern – Summer 2026 – $18/hr

38-39) National Public Radio

• Senior Manager, Communications – $115k-$125k – apply by Mar. 9
• Correspondent, General Assignment Desk – $127k-$137k – remote-based – apply by Mar. 3

40) NBC News – Coordinating Producer supporting Hallie Jackson - $135k-$190k

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

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

43) Project Hope – Marketing Copywriter – see also main career page 

44) Protect Democracy – Editorial Specialist – $84k-$94k

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

46) U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops – Outreach & 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

• Director of Government Affairs
• Government Affairs Manager
• Government Affairs Analyst
• Head of Communications – $175k-$250k – Burlington, MA