DC Public Affairs + Communications Jobs: 2016

Thursday, December 29, 2016

Finish Strong

You can take a job-search break from tomorrow though Monday, Jan. 2 – but today, we've got some more new jobs and even a few intern posts, so keep at it and finish strong where other folks have already gone into wait until next year mode. We'll post the usual recap of jobs closing next week on Jan. 1, and will return with more new finds on Tuesday, Jan. 3.

One more note: we really think this New Yorker article on a potential dam collapse catastrophe in Iraq is pretty interesting reading. No, don't worry: we're not going to make did you see this neat article? a thing here.

Fri. a.m update: we just stumbled across this closing-soon part-time Communications Coordinator opportunity with the Virginia Association of Museums – $15-$20/hr – Richmond, Va. – apply by Dec. 31

another Fri. a.m. update: this Public Affairs Specialist opportunity with the U.S. Agency for International Development has now been listed as an open-to-all opportunity – $108k-$141k – apply by Jan. 6 – here's a link to the status-candidate listing we previously had, as well.

1) AARP – Director, Government Affairs/Health & Family

2-4) American University

Events Coordinator, School of International Service – $21-$22/hr
Event Planning Manager, School of Communication – $39k-$46k
Video Editor – $55k-$70k

5) British Embassy – Support Officer, Research Councils UK – $22/hr – apply by Jan. 22

6-7) Children’s National Medical Center

8) Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency – Public Affairs Specialist – $108k-$141k – apply by Dec. 30

9) Federal Railroad Administration – Governmental Affairs Specialist – $64k-$100k – apply by Jan. 5

10-13) Inova Health System (search using job ID)

Internal Communications Manager (24462BR)
Corporate & Individual Gifts Director (23263BR)
Development Officer (24106BR)
Director, Institutional Giving (24088BR)

14) Institute of Museum & Library Services – $92k-$119k – Senior Public Affairs Specialist – apply by Jan. 10

15) Kellen – Staff Associate

16-19) ManTech International Corp. (search using req ID) – Herndon, Va.

Proposal Editor (87987BR)
Senior Graphic Designer (87988BR)
Senior Desktop Publisher (87989BR)
Social Media Strategy Intern (88175BR and 88176BR)

20) Mystery non-profit – Editorial Production Coordinator – temporary post – search managed by the BOSS Group

21) National Association of Credit Management – Staff Writer – Columbia, MD

22) National Association of Insurance Commissioners – Government Relations Communications Strategist (scroll down; click in circled i to see details)

23) National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration – Public Affairs Specialist – $92k-$141k – apply by Jan. 2

24) Pew Charitable Trusts – Senior Associate, Health Impact Project

25) Pew Research Center – Research Assistant, Politics

26-27) PICO National Network

Communications Manager
Communications Associate – temporary position

28-29) Progressive Policy Institute (scroll to find)

Economic Policy Analyst
Interns – public affairs, editorial & economics specialties noted

30) Washington School for Girls – Development & Communications Assistant – temporary post through June 2017 – apply by Jan. 12

31) … and finally: we’re expecting you to hook us up with something fun if you successfully roll the dice on this Director of Communications gig at MGM Resorts' new National Harbor location – we’re actually happy MLife members and enjoyed a recent retreat to this fine MGM property.

32) … and finally, part 2: the Fair Lakes outpost of the Chick-fil-A empire has a spot on the menu for a Restaurant Marketing Director. Now we’re hungry.

33) … and finally, part 3: how does life in the upper reaches of the country helping support a lovely & wild place grab you? We think Executive Director (pdf) for the Glacier National Park Conservancy fits that bill very nicely; send us a postcard, OK? – Columbia Falls, MT – search managed by the Campbell Company

OK – that's is for 2016. Please celebrate safely and responsibly (and stylishly, too, if that's your thing). Best wishes for a lovely weekend and a stellar 2017 from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

Wednesday, December 28, 2016

42 More

1) AAA – Manager, State Relations

2) Alliance to Save Energy – Communications & Events Intern – full-time – $11/hr

3) Blue Cross Blue Shield Association – Washington Representative

4) Brookings Institution – Development Assistant

5) Bureau of Land Management – Division Chief, Public Affairs – $128k-$160k – apply by Jan. 5

6) Catholic Charities of Arlington – Communications & Community Outreach Specialist (pdf)

7) Conservation International – Chief Marketing Officer

8-9) Council on Foreign Relations

10) Dept. of the Treasury – Policy Advisor – $64k-$119k – apply by Jan. 4

11) Earthjustice – DC Advocacy Communications Manager

12-13) Georgetown University

14) Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital – Web & New Media Specialist – mid-to-high $30k

15) Howard University – Communications Specialist

16) International Food Policy Research Institute – Communications Specialist

17-19) Koch Industries

20) Marriott Corp. – Public Relations Coordinator at the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown

21) MetLife – Vice President/Head of U.S. Federal Government Relations

22) National Cannabis Industry Association – Government Relations Coordinator

23) National Highway Safety Administration – Public Affairs Specialist – $53k-$84k – apply by Jan. 2

24) National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration – Public Affairs Specialist – $64k-$119k – apply by Jan. 2

25-27) National Trust for Historic Preservation (scroll to find)

Individual Giving Coordinator
Manager of Philanthropic Communications
Marketing, Public Relations & Digital Communications Coordinator supporting their Lyndhurst site – Tarrytown, NY

28-34) Nature Conservancy

Project Director, Strategic Marketing Initiatives – apply by Jan. 15
Executive Coordinator – apply by Jan. 15
Strategic Events Manager – apply by Jan. 16
Executive Assistant to Director of Philanthropy – San Francisco or Sacramento, CA – apply by Dec. 30
Program Coordinator – Richmond, Va. – apply by Jan. 22
Associate Director of Marketing – Los Angeles or San Francisco, CA – apply by Feb. 10
Marketing Manager – Los Angeles or San Francisco, CA – apply by Feb. 10

35) Rep. Justin Amash (R-MI) – Legislative Assistant

36-38) Smithsonian Institution (scroll to find)

Senior Associate Gift Registrar – apply today, Dec. 28
Senior Advancement Officer – apply by Jan. 6
Management Support Specialist, Office of Advancement – apply by Jan. 6

39) USAID – Congressional Liaison Specialist – $77k-$100k – apply by Jan. 9

40-41) U.S. Chamber of Commerce

42) U.S. News & World Report – Public Relations Manager

Tuesday, December 27, 2016

Your Potential 2017 Destinations: Wilmington, DE – Assorted Luxury Hotels – Okinawa or Bagram AFB

We're back with with posts today through Thursday this week. And we're pretty pleased with today's edition that features opportunities that could put you in the land-of-no-sales tax (6-10), flacking and presumably visiting swank hotels (24-26), or possibly joining patriotic-minded entertainers on morale-boosting tours (42).

1) The Public Affairs Council is actively recruiting for this Marketing & Communications Manager post suited to candidates with strong writing/editing skills, ability to develop social media content, and experience with design & digital advertising.

2) Per the comments field, we pass along this Spring 2017 Media Relations Intern opportunity with NeighborWorks for current college juniors/seniors with social media skills; familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Zoom webinar software & video editing software preferred – apply by Jan. 10

3) Amazon – Manager, Public Policy

4-5) Aspen Institute

Social Media Coordinator
Communications Associate supporting the Stevens Initiative

6-11) AstraZeneca – Wilmington, DE, except as noted

Director, Brand Communications & Advocacy/Alliance Engagement
Manager, Corporate Social Responsibility
Director, Internal Communications
Manager, Brand Communications & Patient Advocacy Group Engagement supporting Cardiovascular & Metabolic Disease (CVMD) initiatives
Internal Communications Director, CVMD
State Government Affairs Director – Albany, NY

12) Deloitte Consulting – Public Affairs Analyst

13) Discovery Communications – Project Coordinator, Marketing

14) Equal Employment Opportunity Commission – Public Affairs Specialist – $64k-$84k – Spanish language proficiency required – apply by Jan. 29

15) FHI360 – Communications Associate, Social Media

16-18) George Washington University

19) Import-Export Bank of the U.S. – Director of Congressional Affairs – $92k-$141k – apply by Jan. 28

20) Johns Hopkins University – Assistant Director/Development Associate – $41k-$56k – Baltimore, MD

21-22) Kellen

23) Ketchum – Research Associate

24-26) Marriott

Manager, Luxury PR
Social Media Manager for AC Hotels and Element Hotels – 8 month term
Social Media Manager for Moxy Hotels and Aloft Hotels– 8 month term

27-30) Meals on Wheels America

31) Mystery employer – Proposal Analyst/Writer – search manage by Bonnie Jones Associates

32) National Parks & Recreation Association – scroll to find recently-posted part-time Communications, Social Media & Magazine Intern opportunities

33) Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute – Advisor, Public Policy

34) Peace Corps – Public Affairs/Social Media Specialist – $55k-$100k – apply by Jan. 29

35-37) Sage Communications (scroll to find)

38) Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA – Digital Content Coordinator/Communications Intern – $11/hr – Japanese language skills a major plus – apply by Jan. 9

39-40) Smithsonian Institution opportunities supporting the National Museum of African American History & Culture – listings subject to early closure once 300 applications are reached

Social Media Specialist – $64k-$84k – apply by Jan. 5
~~Social Media Content Specialist – $53k-$84k – apply by Jan. 6~~ – update: this has hit the above-referenced application threshold & is now closed

41) U.S. Army – Program Analyst/Legislative Strategist – $108k-$141k – apply today, Jan. 27

42)…and, finally: from the this-sounds-cool-and-challenging file, we bring you this Vice President, Entertainment Partnerships opportunity with the USO, where you’ll be tasked with attracting, engaging & securing celebrity talent for a high volume and wide variety of domestic and global USO tours & events – while regular travel to far-flung military outposts isn’t referenced in the announcement, we’d guess that goes with this job.

Monday, December 26, 2016

Holiday Leftovers

Here's a smattering of previously noted opportunities closing this week; we'll be back with whatever new finds we can unearth tomorrow.

Nature Conservancy

Corporate Engagement Coordinator – Dec. 26
Conservation Coordinator – Dec. 28

Federal Aviation Administration – Policy Analyst – $94k-$146k – Dec. 27

World Bank – Communications Officer – Dec. 27

British Embassy

Trade & Investment Officer, Technology – $69k – Dec. 27
Business Development Officer, Homeland Security – $45k – Dec. 27
Senior Visits Specialist – $69k – Dec. 31

Aerospace Industries Association – Communications Contractor supporting the Team America Rocketry Challenge – Feb. 1 to June 30, 2107 term – Dec. 31

Andes Amazon Fund – Communications Coordinator – Dec. 31

Environmental Investigation Agency – Communications Director – Jan. 1

Young Playwright’s Theater – Communications Associate – $40k – Jan. 1

Thursday, December 22, 2016

Wrapping Up

Here's some job & internships for any of you who have already got your presents bought & wrapped. We'll probably give you previous opportunities closing in the upcoming week on Monday.

Our friends at the United Nations Foundation have passed along this fresh Communications Manager post supporting their Shot@Life program promoting childhood immunization worldwide – at least 10 years of relevant experience in communications and/or public relations and media relations desired.

We have it on good authority that Crosby~Volmer International Communications is still actively recruiting a digitally savvy Account Supervisor – your 5+ years’ experience should demonstrate media relations expertise and ability to respond to the ever-changing nature of the media landscape.

British Embassy

Internal Communications Advisor – $52k – apply by Jan 13
Head of Press, Politics & Government Affairs – $60k – Boston, MA – apply by Jan. 15
Trade & Investment Adviser, Life Sciences – $65k – San Francisco, CA – apply by Jan. 15
Business Development Associate – $20/hr – Atlanta, GA – apply by Jan 18

APCO Worldwide – Account Supervisor/Senior Account Supervisor, Public Affairs – 4-6 years of public affairs, strategic communications, and/or political campaign management experience required

Lupus Foundation

Hogan Lovells – Senior Coordinator, Public Relations (scroll way down) – Conference & Events Coordinator post also available

Monumental Sports & Entertainment

Graphic Designer
Junior Motion Graphics Designer – part-time
Strategy, Research & Digital Marketing Intern

International Rescue Committee – Policy & Advocacy Intern and U.S. Programs Policy & Advocacy Intern

SEIU – Research Associate, Healthcare Campaign – seeking candidates with at least 2 years’ work or academic experience in research, with demonstrated ability in quantitative or qualitative research,

Atlantic Media

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation – Development Writer – Williamsburg, Va.

Betheseda-based communications cabal Van Eperen seeks Account Supervisor with a strong understanding of the political landscape of Maryland, and, in particular, Montgomery County.

The Milton Hershey School is seeking a Digital Design Assistant to produce compelling videos and online content to showcase the unique personality & offerings at the Hershey, PA institution

Pew Research Center

Pew Charitable Trusts

Research Associate, Public Safety Performance Project
Officer, International Boreal Conservation Campaign/Campaign Project Management – Seattle, WA
Officer, International Boreal Conservation Campaign/Campaign Strategies – Seattle, WA

Ball Aerospace – Social Media & Public Relations Specialist (scroll back to 12/6 to find, or used advanced search & job ID 659087) – 3+ years’ experience in social media, public relations or communications desired

… and finally: how about taking a break from the PR/communications/advocacy life and putting your previous retail experience to work as Gift Shop Manager at Brookside Gardens under the employ of the Maryland National Parks & Planning Commission – $46k-$78k

Looking for something fun tonight? We never miss the Festivus (scroll down for details) holiday frolic at taking place this evening at Rustico in Alexandria. We can already taste (and feel the effects) of that first Mad Elf. Have a great break/holiday/Hanukkah and Merry Christmas from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

Wednesday, December 21, 2016

More Light Ahead

Per the ever-useful sunrise/sunset tracker at timeanddate.com, today has the shortest run of daylight for the year, clocking in at 9 hours/26 minutes/17 seconds worth of sun time. Starting tomorrow, the days will start getting longer – at first by a few seconds more each day, then by a minute or more daily starting Jan. 7. We're always a little cheered by the fact that the days are now set to start lengthening, and we hope you are too.

1) The Forum of Regional Grantmakers seeks an Associate Director, Policy & Communications with 5+ years’ experience in policy/advocacy in philanthropy or nonprofit field and/or experience working in government; strong, existing relationships and experience with public officials at national level a plus.

2) The Association for Advanced Life Underwriting is looking for an entrepreneurial, client-facing Account Principal, Federal Advocacy Services to serve as project manager for AALU’s largest grassroots consulting partnership – 5-7 years of experience in advocacy, communications, political campiagns, or grassroots organizing required; candidates with campaign, Capitol Hill, and/or political consulting experience strongly preferred

3) Enterprise Community Partners is in search mode for a Policy Analyst support their work safeguarding, expanding & improving affordable housing & community development programs – 2 or more years of related experience required.

4) Here’s another from the kglobal crew: Senior Account Exec sought to cover the overnight shift producing a daily morning report – proven research or media analysis experience required, along with strong writing/editing skills – position allows for work from home

5) The Association of Public Health Laboratories is looking to fill this Communications Intern post – we’re told that the start date is flexible, but getting on board by late Jan. 2017 would be preferred.

6) AIDS Institute – Policy Associate

7) Andes Amazon Fund – Communications Coordinator – apply by Jan. 31

8) Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation – Social Media & Communications Manager – $54k

9) Association of American Medical Colleges – Legislative Analyst and Senior Legislative Analyst

10) Brookings Institution – Program Coordinator & Research Assistant supporting the Cities & Refugees: The European Response collaboration

11-27) Capitol Hill

Northeastern Republican – Legislative Counsel
Northeast Democrat – Staff & Press Assistant
NY MoC – Staff/Press Assistant
Democratic MoC – Legislative Assistant
Southern Republican – Scheduler
Energy & Commerce Committee, Democratic Staff – Professional Staff Member
Small Business Committee, Democratic Staff – Professional Staff Member
Rep. Dan Donovan, Jr. (R-NY) – Constituent Services Liaison – part-time – Brooklyn, NY
Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA) – Intern
Rep. Ann McLane Kuster (D-NH) – Intern
Rep. Mark Sanford (R-SC) – Intern
Rep. Paul Ruiz (D-CA) – Intern
Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY) – Intern
Rep. Louis Guiterrez (D-IL) – Intern
Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI) – Intern
Rep. Lois Frankel (D-FL) – Intern
California Democrat – Intern

28-29) Center for Biological Diversity

30) Federal Aviation Administration – Policy Analyst – $94k-$146k – apply by Dec. 27

31) Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service – Intern – Jan.-May and June-Sept. 2017 terms available – apply by Dec. 28

32-35) Feeding America

Senior Vice President, Government Relations
Manager, Legislative Affairs
Chief Development Officer – DC or Chicago, IL
Vice President of Foundation Relations – DC or Chicago, IL

36) Garden State Initiative – Executive Director – flexible/virtual location in New Jersey – search managed by Talent Market

37-42) Georgetown University

43-44) Human Rights Campaign

45) Library of Congress – Legislative Analyst – $77k-$100k – apply by Jan. 5

46-47) National Restaurant Association

48) Nature Conservancy – Director of Donor Communications – apply by Jan. 13

49) University of Virginia – Executive Director of the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities – Charlottesville, Va.

50) U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom – Director of Communications – $100k-$140k – apply by Jan. 31

51) World Bank – Senior Communications Officer, Environment & Natural Resources

Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Project, Poster, Planning, Public Policy, Park, & POET

Project Concern International is seeking a Global Communications Officer with at least 3-4 years’ experience in communications & brand management required; knowledge of NGOs in global health, non-profit, and philanthropic sectors and/or experience working in developing countries highly desired.

Our friends at kglobal are looking to add an Account Supervisor with 6-8 years of relevant experience in public relations or related fields to their downtown DC-based team

The National Cherry Blossom Festival has just shared this Admin Assistant (pdf) opportunity with us – min. 2 years experience in non-profit event planning or comparable office environment desired – we think this year’s official poster would make a nice Christmas gift or office purchase, as well.

American Planning Association – Government Affairs Associate – seeking candidates with strong communication & political advocacy skills along with an understanding of the legislative process, particularly in areas related to urban planning & development.

New with the American Enterprise Institute since our Dec. 1 check-in:

Uber – Senior Manager, Public Policy – e 8+ years’ relevant experience required; preference for candidates who have worked in a senior role on Capitol Hill, especially on the Senate side.

Mystery association in the consumer rights arena – Director of Government Affairs & Communications – home-based/telecommute position – $55k-$70k – 3-4 years’ experience in Capitol Hill, campaign, grassroots advocacy, or non-profit setting required.

Mystery Reston-based nonprofit – Public Relations Manager – 6+ years of proven experience in public relations & partnering with the media required – search managed by the BOSS Group

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Policy Development Manager – $68k-$118k
Social Media Specialist – part-time/seasonal – $15-$23/hr

National Alliance of Forest Owners – Vice President for Communications – 8+ years’ experience in communications advocacy required.

Global Health Corps – Communications & Advocacy Coordinator/Fellow supporting the Pink Ribbon Red Ribbon partnership fighting women’s cancers – $1,100/mo + housing/utilities & other benefits – apply by Jan. 18

American Health Care Association (scroll to find)

Solar Energy Industries Association – External Affairs Director – 5+ years of experience in external affairs, stakeholder engagement, public relations or similar field required

Global Environment & Technology Foundation – Communications Manager – 2-3 years of related experience desired, along intermediate to advanced level skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat) using a Mac – apply by Jan. 6

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Deputy Director, Government Relations
Communications Officer, Media & External Relations – 18-month term, starting in Mar./Apr. 2017 – Seattle, WA

POET LLC, one of the world’s largest producers of ethanol and other biorefined products, seeks Director, Public Affairs/State Government Relations with 7+ plus years of state public affairs & lobbying experience.

Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD

Communications Specialist, School of Public Health – $41k-$50k
Senior Associate Director of Development, Business School – $65k-$90k
Website Specialist, School of Education – $41k-$56k
Development Coordinator – $32k-$44k
Gift Planning Coordinator – $16-$18/hr

Mystery employer – Public Relations Specialist – 4+ years related experience & exceptional writing ability desired – search managed by the Creative Group

Powell Tate – Intern, Summer 2017 – full-time/paid position – apply by Mar. 3

Monday, December 19, 2016

Tis' the Season...

... to continue job-searching, or at least job-browsing a bit. We expect to continue posting this week through Thursday, and plan to give you (and us) a break Dec. 23 through Dec. 26. In any event, don't forget previously noted opportunities closing this week.

Results for Development, a global nonprofit organization working with partners in more than 55 countries to find new ways to help people escape poverty & reach their potential, are seeking a Senior Program Officer/Marketing & Communications Director with 7+ years’ relevant experience as well as knowledge of technology for social impact, social entrepreneurship & impact investing models.

The International Society for Stem Cell Research is seeking a DC-based Policy Director to work with global leaders in stem cell research to increase the organization’s influence in regulatory & governmental decision-making around the world – suited to applicants with 5-10 years of experience in advocacy, legislative, or policy-making efforts, as well as knowledge of the scientific research enterprise.

The Baltimore City Council is actively seeking candidates for this Deputy Press Secretary post supporting the Council President – knowledge of Baltimore City specific issues preferred and a strong interest in Baltimore City, local government, and legislative & public policy issues is required – $45k

The ACLU of New Jersey has just passed along this call for an Executive Director with solid communications & management abilities, as well as a strong knowledge of civil liberties & civil rights issues – Newark, NJ

American Cancer Society

Advocacy Volunteer Training Manager
Policy Intern (paid) and Policy Intern (unpaid)

Institute for Higher Education Policy – Communications & Advocacy Officer (pdf) – at least 10 years’ professional experience required; background in nonprofit or advocacy setting preferred – see also main career page

This Senior Director, International Affairs post (apply by Jan. 6) with BP is new since our late-Nov. check-in, and the Director, Federal Government Affairs opportunity we noted in that set now sports a Jan. 12 application deadline.

Burson-Marsteller

USDA/Food & Nutrition Service – Public Affairs Specialist – $77k-$119k – apply today, Dec. 19

Office of the Secretary of Defense – Public Affairs Specialist – digital media focus – $77k-$119k – apply by Dec. 20

NASA – Legislative Affairs Specialist – $64k-$119k – apply by Dec. 23

Maryland Historical Society – Director of Development (scroll to find) – seeking candidates with 5+ years fundraising experience that demonstrates ability to foster, facilitate & develop donor relationships & make high-level solicitations.

George Washington University

American Jewish World Service – Director of Government Affairs – at least 15 years of public policy and/or advocacy work required, ideally with significant experience with U.S. foreign policy issues.

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association – Director, Political Advocacy – $83k-$92k – lobbying, grassroots mobilization and PAC-related experience required.

Opportunities with the Mercatus Center at George Mason University:

National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association – Digital Media Manager – minimum of 4 years of experience in online operations and strategy, web design, and content management & implementation required.

International Campaign for Tibet

Advocacy Director
Advocacy Communications Intern – full-time
Development Intern – part-time

Mystery large-sized association – Web Content Assistant – long-term temporary/contract basis – $16-$18/hr – seeking candidates with 1-5+ years of experience in web editing, content strategy, content management systems & working with web graphic design – search managed by Beacon Hill Staffing

Emily’s List

Bread for the World, a collective Christian voice urging political leaders to end hunger in the U.S. & around the world, seeks highly experienced Managing Director to help lead the organization – search managed by the Explore Company

Agency Chief

The Maryland Court Appointed Special Advocates Association is seeking Development Consultant proposals individuals/companies to assess current development capacity, help create a development plan, identify fundraising opportunities & provide ongoing assistance during the initial phase of implementation – submit/apply by Jan. 4

Mystery Fortune 100 professional services firm – Internal Communications Manager – stellar writing abilities and least five years of internal communications experience required – search managed by Paladin Staffing

Sunday, December 18, 2016

Ten

We have just 10 previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week today – but, you only need to snag one job now, right?

Montgomery County, MD – Public Administration Associate (search general professional category) – $40k-$67k – Dec. 19

University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.

Writer supporting the Miller Center – $43k-$45k – Dec. 19
Enterprise Senior Director for Communications & Brand Management – HR communications focus – Dec. 23

World Bank – Communications Officer supporting the Water Global Practice – Dec. 20

George Mason University – Program Assistant, Law and Economics Center – Dec. 21

Heurich House Museum – Visitor Services Manager (pdf) – part-time – $15/hr – Dec. 21

International Center on Nonviolent Conflict – Director of Communications (scroll to find) – Dec. 21

DC Office of Contracting & Procurement – Public Affairs Specialist – $70k-$89k – Dec. 23

Land Trust Alliance

Foundation & Corporate Relations Manager – Dec. 23
Development Operations Coordinator – Dec. 23

Friday, December 16, 2016

Well-Loved & Essential (but modest & humble, of course) Public Affairs Jobs Blog Returns After Brief Mid-week Hiatus

OK – we're back with some direct-to-us submissions and usual suspects to keep your job search moving through the weekend, ~~and we'll probably weave a few fresh finds into here later on~~ [edit: all done on that front now]. And yes, we had a great time in ______, thanks for asking.

1-3) The Society for Neuroscience is actively recruiting for:

Advocacy Communications Specialist
Communications Specialist promoting their JNeurosci and eNeuro publications
Advocacy Assistant

4-5) Fresh opportunities with the World Wildlife Fund:

Corporate Engagement Coordinator – apply by Jan. 17
Digital Intern supporting Earth Hour

6-7) A well-established advocacy & lobbying organization with a focus on international affairs is looking to engage a Live Events Project Manager and a Live Events Project Associate in three-month-long, on-site assignments that will be focused on the development of programming for the organization's annual conference – available ASAP – searches managed by Brainstorm Creative Resources

8) Here’s a new Office Administrator post with the Bethesda-based Hatcher Group – at least 2 years of relevant experience required

9) Voice of America’s Spanish language service has available-now Production Intern opportunities for currently-enrolled undergrads – familiarity with Final Cut Pro and fluency in Spanish preferred.

10) Bluelight Strategies, a media consulting & public affairs firm specializing in Jewish & ethnic affairs, nonprofit advocacy, progressive domestic & foreign policy, and human rights, has passed along available-ASAP Spring 2017 Intern opportunities of the paid variety – part- or full-time engagements possible.

11-12) AAA

13-16) American University

Assistant Director, Annual Giving – $39k-$42k
Assistant Director of Gift Processing – $48k-$50k
Events Manager, WAMU 88.5 FM – one year term
Staff Assistant supporting the Institute of Women & Politics – part-time – $18-$19/hr

17-22) British Embassy

Trade & Investment Officer, Technology – $69k – apply by Dec. 27
Business Development Officer, Homeland Security – $45k – apply by Dec. 27
Senior Visits Specialist – $69k – apply by Dec. 31
Air Staff Engagement Coordinator – $19/hr – apply by Jan. 8
temporary staff opportunities – apply by Jan. 6
Interns (search United States county and Intern position type – late Feb. thru late May – DC & selected other major cities –apply by Jan. 2

23) Brookings Institution – Post Doctoral Research Fellow, Foreign Policy – 2017-18 academic year – $58k -apply by Jan 31

24-29) Capitol Hill

Florida Democrat – Legislative Assistant
Rep. Denny Heck (D-WA) – Intern
Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-TX) – Intern and Press Intern
Arizona Republican – Intern
Wisconsin Democrat – Intern
Science, Space & Technology Committee, Democratic Staff – Intern

30) Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation – Senior Media Relations Coordinator

31-35) Georgetown University

Director of Communications Strategy & Operations, Office of Advancement
Communications Manager, School of Business
Prospect Development Analyst
Special Events Coordinator, Office of Advancement
we’re also told that this Communications & Outreach Coordinator post supporting the GU Campus Ministry that we’ve previously noted is still available

36) Howard University – Development Writer (scroll to find, or use advanced search & job # 31122)

37) Leidos – Senior Communications Specialist

38-40) Marriott International

41) Nature Conservancy – Corporate Engagement Coordinator – apply by Dec. 26

42-43) Pew Charitable Trusts

44) Total Wine & More – Director, Corporate Communications

45-51) University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.

Writer supporting the Miller Center – $43k-$45k – apply by Dec. 19
Development Researcher – $45k-$47k
Assistant Athletics Media Relations Director – $43k-$45k – apply by Jan. 13
Enterprise Senior Director for Communications & Brand Management – HR communications focus – apply by Dec. 23
Creative Director, Communications & Marketing supporting the School of Architecture – $62k-$75k – apply by Jan. 20
Associate Director of Gift Planning – $75k-$80k
Associate Director of Reunion Giving – $50k-$60k

52) World Bank – Communications Officer – apply by Dec. 27

Best wishes for a lovely, refreshing, restorative & fun weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

Monday, December 12, 2016

Surprise Appearance

We originally didn't expect to have a post today, but we got several nice direct-to-us submissions that we didn't want to wait on until we fully return to operation late this week or next week. Enjoy.

Also, don't forget to scroll back for yesterday's short run of previously noted opportunities closing this week.

USAID (through Apprio Inc.) is hiring for a new Press Lead to support its U.S. Global Development Lab. They are looking for a communications professional who has 4-6 years of experience working with the media, who is comfortable building relationships both internally and externally, and who is psyched to help tell stories like these. [note: while the comment field alerted us to a possible link malfunction, we've been further told that needed to post it in that fashion, but they'll be looking for people with media/external communications skills – so our suggestion would be that you apply for job as posted, but also highlight any media relations/communications/PR background. Hope that helps].

Residential & retail developer/operator EDENS is looking for a Communications Director with 10-15 years of relevant experience – local properties (of their dozens nationwide) include Union Market, the Mosaic District, and this coming-soon-in-North-Old-Town development.

The Migration Policy Institute is seeking a new President with strong leadership skills, a clear understanding of the importance of objective, fact-based nonpartisan public policy research & analysis, and a broad knowledge of migration and/or closely related fields.

Here’s a fresh call for an organized & detail-oriented Program Manager to handle event planning, provide marketing & digital content, and assistant with webinar & broadcast studio activities at the National Press Foundation – $35k-$45k

The Baltimore Metropolitan Council seeks a Communications Associate (pdf) to serve as primary webmaster and to assist in publications development – proficiency with Joomla CMS, graphic design skills, and writing/journalism experience desired.

GOPAC, a longtime force in identifying & supporting future Republican leaders, is putting out the call for Interns (scroll to find) for Spring, Summer & Fall 2017 – solid academic records, strong writing, research & computer skills, as well as an interest in Republican politics, will merit you consideration.

Squared Communications seeks full-time & well-organized PR Intern with strong written & verbal communication skills – $11/hr – Union Station area – January start date preferred.

… and finally: Kimberly Clark passed along their Welcome Original Thinkers recruitment campaign, which features a multi-choice personality quiz. It’s quick, well-conceived and fun, and in their words, will help prospective employees learn what kind of thinkers they are, what kind of jobs they'd best fit; here’s some more info as to what they’re up to. And, after we took the quiz (we’re Analyzers here, it appears), we searched through jobs with KC and turned up these recent communications-related opportunities:

Global Corporate Social Responsibility Communications Consultant – Dallas, TX
Communications Consultant, Sustainability – Dallas, TX or Roswell, GA

Sunday, December 11, 2016

It Must Be the Office Holiday Parties

We have a comparatively light haul of previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week; our theory is that HR folks around town are girding for the potential mischief & mayhem that occasionally occurs at the annual office holiday fête – and here's some solid advice for your own seasonal party regimen. Also please note: we will have a new post tomorrow, after all.

Consumer Financial Protection Board – Congressional Liaison – $78k-$133k – Dec. 12

Federal Aviation Administration – Foreign Affairs Specialist – $64k-$99k – Dec. 12

Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-CA) – Caseworker – Palm Desert, CA – Dec. 12

BP – Director, Federal Government Affairs – Dec. 13

State Dept. – Public Affairs Specialist – $92k-$119k – Dec. 13

George Mason University – Program Assistant, National Security Institute – Dec. 14

International Republican Institute – Strategic Relations Manager – Dec. 15

National Ready Mixed Concrete Association –Director of Government Affairs (scroll find; in middle) – Dec. 15

Broadcasting Board of Governors – Web & Digital Media Coordinator – $92k-$119k – Dec. 16

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority – Media Relations Program Manager – Dec. 16

Pro Football Retired Players Association – Social Media Associate – Dec. 16

Friday, December 9, 2016

Friday at Last... and Our Last (for a week or so)

Hello Friday. We wrap up the week with some neat stuff, as well as noting that we will probably be taking all (or at least most) of next week off. Until then, be safe and happy hunting.

We have it on good authority that this Communications & Social Media Manager post supporting the Law School at Georgetown University is still available –3-5 years in public relations or other related field & expertise with multiple social media platforms, basic video editing skills, facility with DSL cameras desired.

The Peter G. Peterson Foundation, long-time advocate for sound & sustainable Federal fiscal policy, seeks Manager, Media Relations with the ability to establish relationships with tier one news outlets, and who can translate complicated policy issues into generally understandable messages – New York – search managed by LeaderFit

The Information Technology & Innovation Foundation, a think tank focusing on the intersection of technological innovation & public policy, is actively seeking a Communications Intern of the paid variety for the Spring semester, starting January 2017, to work on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This intern will assist with a range of activities related to the organization and promotion of ITIF & its policy research.

Atlantic Media

There doesn’t appear to be an Tim Horton’s outpost in the DC area, so perhaps they’ll ship in some provisions for you as Director, U.S. Government Affairs for the iconic Canadian-bred donut & coffee stop.

British Embassy

Air Staff Engagement Coordinator – $19/hr – apply by Jan. 8
Trade & Investment Officer, Advanced Engineering & Manufacturing – $69k – Los Angeles, CA – apply by Jan. 8

Landesa, a research and advocacy organization working to help secure land rights for the world’s poorest people through improved policies, laws and programs, seeks Chief of Advocacy & Communications

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We redefine chemical material solutions with game-changing products … and you could be a part of all that as Director of Government Relations

Human Rights Campaign

Global Catholic Climate Movement – Digital Media Coordinator – social media, graphic design & web management duties noted

Pew Research Center

Pew Charitable Trusts

Pasquines, an online bilingual publication that covers the politics of Puerto Rico, seeks virtual/home-based Interns to provide content & coverage on U.S. and local Puerto Rico political & economic issues.

Independent Journal Review, an Alexandria-based and self-described social first, mobile first outlet covering political & cultural news, shows multiple editorial & Intern posts available

BuzzFeed News is seeking a sharp & ambitious Foreign Affairs Reporter with emphasis on State Department coverage – 3+ years’ reporting experience & proven ability to break news and develop sources required.

Circa describes itself as the fastest growing mobile‐friendly VOD news & entertainment portal – and has multiple editorial & Intern posts available in Arlington, Va. – additional opportunities also noted in Hunt Valley, MD; New York, Los Angeles & Austin, TX

New at Ketchum since our mid-November check-in:

MedStar Montgomery Medical Center – Director, Planning/Marketing & Public Relations – 5-8 years comparable planning and marketing experience should include work in a healthcare setting.

DC United – Intern (scroll to find) opportunities abound for the Spring term; while we’re at it, here’s some future stadium news.

Best wishes for a stellar & great weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

Thursday, December 8, 2016

In Progress

Your just-the-jobs Thursday set is [edit: now complete] ~~once again a work in progress – check back later for more.~~

1) The National Association of State Boards of Education are seeking a Communications Associate with 1-3 years of experience in nonprofit communications, media relations, and/or digital/social media – facility with digital tools/applications including WordPress, Drupal, Hootsuite, Mailchimp, Meltwater, Cision, Adobe Illustrator & InDesign all helpful.

2) Abt Associates – Communications Specialist supporting USAID’s Health Finance & Governance Project

3) Broadcasting Board of Governors – ~~Web & Digital Media Coordinator – $92k-$119k – apply by Dec. 12~~ [note: this is closed – it appears we had the wrong deadline listed] – another update: it appears to have now been re-listed with a Dec. 16 deadline.

4-8) Brookings Institution

9-10) Citizens for Responsibility & Ethics in Washington (scroll to find)

11) Institute for Higher Education – Communications & Advocacy Officer (pdf) [link now fixed, thanks to comment field input]

12) National Apartment Association – Digital Content Editor (pdf)

13) National Association of Manufacturers – Communications Associate

14) State Dept. – Public Affairs Specialist – $92k-$119k – apply by Dec. 13

15) World Bank – Communications Officer supporting the Water Global Practice – apply by Dec. 20

16-17) Alliance for Justice

Development Associate
Communications Intern – apply by Jan. 1

18-19) George Mason University

Program Assistant, National Security Institute – apply by Dec. 14
Program Assistant, Law and Economics Center – apply by Dec. 21

20-21) Georgetown University

22) IREX – Operations & Communications Program Associate, Global Programs Group – described as entry-level

23-24) Mercy Corps – Portland, OR

Vice President of Communications & Marketing
multiple fundraising-related opportunities (scroll to find) also noted

25) Mystery Bethesda-based employer – Senior Communications Manager – temporary – to $50/hr – search managed by Creative Circle

26) Atlas Network – Vice President of Development – search managed by Talent Market

27) Congressional-Executive Commission on China – Interns, Summer 2017 –$10/hr – apply by Feb. 1

28-29) National Park Foundation

Director, Direct Response (pdf)
Communications Intern (pdf)

30) National Wildlife Foundation – Communications & Development Coordinator – Ann Arbor, MI

31-32) Nature Conservancy

Conservation Coordinator – apply by Dec. 28
Director of Strategy for External Affairs – apply by Feb. 10

33-34) PATH

35) Xcerate Solutions – Communications Specialist/Technical Writer – see also main career page

36) Catholics for Choice – Director of Communications

37) Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – Outreach and Engagement Specialist – $78k-$114k – apply by Dec. 11; subject to early closure when 50 applications received

38-39) Council on Foundations

40) Education Support Employees Association – Communications Director – Las Vegas, NV

41) Global Catholic Climate Movement – Digital Media Coordinator

42) Intuit – Director, Corporate Affairs/Government Relations

43) Locust Street Group – Advocacy Associate

44) Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions – PR & Communications Intern (scroll to find) – apply by Jan. 7

45) U.S. News & World Report – Editorial Associate, Real Estate

– ~~more to come~~ OK, we're done –