Monday, August 29, 2011

Moscow & Athens, Planes & Trains, Aging & Youth

We continue with just-the-jobs programming through your final week of Summer. Scroll back or click here for previously noted opportunities closing this week.

1010-11) Airline Pilots Association:
1012) Anacostia Riverkeeper – Riverkeeper

1013-15) American Association for the Advancement of Science:
1016) American Psychological Association – Program Coordinator

1017) Bipartisan Policy Center – Writer – apply by Sept. 30

1018) Boy Scouts of America, National Capitol Chapter – Communications Director (scroll down)

1019-20) Conservation International – new since we last checked in:
1021) Consumer Healthcare Products Association – Director, Communications & Outreach

1022) CQ/Roll Call – Social Policy Editor

1023) Dept. of Health & Human Services – Legislative Analyst – $74k-$97k – job ID: PH-KDG-11-526985 – apply by Sept. 19

1024) Dept. of Labor – Public Affairs Specialist – $105k-$155k – job ID: DE-11-HRC-OPA-286 – apply by Sept. 2

1025-28) Eurasia Group:
1029) FHI 360 – Communications Assistant

1030-31) Ketchum:
1032) McFadden – Elections & Political Process Funds Administrator

1033) Microsoft – Media Manager – Moscow, Russia

1034) National Asian Pacific Council on Aging – Legislative Consultant – part-time – $31k-$42k – apply by Sept. 9

1035-37) National Marine Manufacturers Association (scroll down):
1038) National Railroad Construction and Maintenance Association – Grassroots Coordinator – $40k-$50k

1039) The Pontifical North American College – Director of Development

1040) ThyssenKrupp USA – Director of Media Relations – search managed by Staffing Advisors

1041) T-Mobile – Senior Government & International Affairs Manager (search DC location or job # 11013911)

1042) United Way – Manager, Public Policy – apply by Sept. 23

1043) University of Georgia – Vice President, Government Relations (pdf) – Athens, GA – apply by Sept. 12

1044-46) University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.
1047) Virginia Dept. of Health – Public Relations & Marketing Specialist – to $73k – apply by Sept. 5 – can also search here, using Fairfax Co. location

1048) VSE – Strategic Communications Consultant

1049) Waggener-Edstrom – Account Exec, Technology Practice – can be located in DC, Phoenix, San Francisco, Austin, or Seattle

1050) Youth Services of America – Director of Development & Corporate Partnerships

1051) and finally, per our long-time notion (delusion, probably) that travel industry jobs are inherently fun, or at least strong of fringe benefit, we bring you Travel Counselor, Cruise & Tour with American Express

1 comment:

Gordon said...

TechAmerica - Government Affairs & Public Policy Coordinator

Location: Washington, DC

TechAmerica, the leading voice for the US technology industry, is seeking a dynamic government affairs or communications professional to join our team in Washington, DC. Work includes managing event logistics, attending meetings, performing research, as well as providing some administrative and marketing support. The ability to participate as part of a team as well to work independently with little oversight is desired. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with professional policy, communications, and/or marketing experience. Academic experience may be considered for work experience.

The position offers a high energy, fast paced work environment with motivated staff and member company volunteers who feel strongly about advancing the interests of the technology industry. Responsibilities include:

· Policy, Government Affairs & Program Management (40%) = Assist international, federal, and state government affairs executives in events and committee meetings that focus on such high-tech policy issues as Cybersecurity, Environment, Health IT, Intellectual Property, Tax, Trade, Telecommunications etc.

· Marketing & Communications (40%) = Manage TechAmerica.org website content, design print marketing collateral, and craft and deliver compelling email communications to members. Select social and new media projects will also be a priority.

· Other Administrative Duties (20%) = Provide material support for miscellaneous special projects that advance the business of technology in the U.S. and overseas.

Skill Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in public policy, communications, marketing, technology, or business administration.

· Required knowledge of MS Office is preferred. Additional knowledge of Internet, Web publishing, database management, graphic design and social media a plus.

· Ability to work on multiple tasks, for multiple people, and to prioritize duties.

· Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.

· Exemplary organizational and time management skills.

Candidates should apply by emailing a resume, cover-letter, and writing sample human.resources@techamerica.org. No calls please.

TechAmerica is an equal opportunity employer. We offer many benefits including matching 401(k), dental, medical, vision, flex savings, life insurance, vacation & sick time and much more.