From the In-box

We received a flurry of terrific direct-to-us submissions on Monday & Tuesday (all the ones from Abt through YMCA), which comprise the lion's share of today's set.

Abt Associates – Senior Communications Specialist – seeking candidates for experience in writing & developing compelling print & online products ranging from news to persuasive marketing copy

The Atlantic Council is actively searching for a Communications Assistant (scroll to find) for an initial three month term – ideal candidate will have experience with social media campaigns, working with journalists, and a background or serious interest in foreign policy related to global energy issues and Ukraine/Russia.

Communicad, a cross-cultural public relations and marketing communications agency, is seeking an Account Exec/Media Relations professional – fluency in Spanish a must – apply by Jan. 15

The Council for a Strong America has a fresh call for three Senior Associate hires to support these programs: Fight Crime: Invest in Kids – Mission: Readiness – ReadyNation

Economic Innovation Group – Research & Policy Intern – full time, starting ASAP to early June – $600/wk – background in congressional relations, economic policy, and/or political communications desired, along with excellent research and writing skills.

The Fertilizer Institute is in search mode for a Senior Manager of Public Relations & Marketing with 7+ years’ experience serving in a B2B externally-facing marketing role, focused on industry branding – search managed by the Purposeful Hire

Hamilton Place Strategies (scroll to find)

• Spring 2016 News Cycle Management Intern – could range from 3-6 month in duration, Feb. 2016 start-date envisioned – full-time/paid
• Summer 2016 Public Affairs Intern – for college undergrads set to graduate in 2017 – late May/early June start date – full-time/paid
• we’re told the Associate, Analyst and mid/senior-level public affairs professional posts noted are less urgently needed, but they are always accepting applications for these

The History Factory seeks a Staff/Copy Editor to work on projects including publications, exhibits, websites, videos and other content that helps their clients harness their history – DC or Chicago, IL

National Health Council – via the comments field:

• Executive Assistant
• Scheduler/Assistant
• Health Policy Intern

NPG VAN, provider of campaign software and technology services to Democrats & their allies, seeks Client Services Specialist with previous experience teaching or training, including activities such as mentoring, tutoring and/or computer support; familiarity with online fundraising and list building techniques a bonus.

Ambitiously named venture capital firm Revolution is focused on building disruptive, technology-enabled companies that offer more choice, convenience, and control for both consumers and businesses – your 1-3 years of experience in communications; or working on Capitol Hill or in an agency setting, might be your ticket to a Communications Coordinator (scroll to find) post with the firm.

The Stimson Center, a group devoted to enhancing international peace and security, is still looking to fill this Winter/Spring Communications Intern post – excellent writing and social media skills required, along with a basic understanding of how the news media operate

Despite the dates noted in these listings, we’re assured that Voto Latino is still seeking candidates for:

• Digital Media Manager – minimum 2-3 years of online communications/social media experience desired
• Visual Design Manager – 3-5 years of experience in graphic design sought; video production skills a plus

YWCA USA has just shared this starting-soon Communications Intern opportunity with us – strong writing skills, social media proficiency and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite desired

Capitol Hill

• Rep. Louise Slaughter (D-NY) – Legislative Director
• more available via the Senate Employment Bulletin

Gallup seeks Managing Editor (search DC location or use job # 02900) for an entity perhaps to be known as the Gallup Business Newspaper; this was the closest thing we could uncover to that perhaps-not-yet-launched (or maybe just not-findable-by-us) property.

IBM – Senior Government & Regulatory Affairs Professional – at least 5 years or more experience interpreting, implementing and managing US export controls desired

This Senior Communications Manager post is new with the Rock Creek Group since an early-December visit – knowledge of asset management and/or financial services sector required

United Way seeks proven fundraising pros for Director Corporate Relations and Manager, Corporate Relations posts – Jan. 29 application deadline for both

… and finally: do you possess the ability to function while wearing a 50 lb. costume?  That and a fairly free evening & Sunday afternoon schedule from March to November (such optimism!) could earn you a spot as one of the Racing Presidents for your Washington Nationals – apply soon; on-field tryouts take place on Jan. 17