785) The National Institutes of Health has Writer/Editor posts available supporting the National Institute of Allergy & Infectious Diseases, the National Institute of Dental & Craniofacial Research, and the National Institute on Deafness & Other Communication Disorders – $57k-$108k – apply by Aug. 26
786) American Institute for Cancer Research – Digital Communications Manager
787-788) American University
789) Blue Cross Blue Shield Association – Managing Director, Public Affairs
790-792) British Embassy
- Associate Political Officer – $21/hr – apply by Sept. 2
- Personal Assistant to the Ambassador & Office Manager – $21/hr – apply by Sept. 2
- Head of Trade & Investment – $103k – apply by Sept. 8
- Senior External Relations Manager
- Development Assistant for Events
- Development Associate for Individual Giving
- Development Associate for Operations
798-800) Goodweave
- Director of Communications
- Program Assistant (scroll to find)
- Program Officer (scroll to find)
802) Kaiser Permanente – Senior Director, Public Relations
803) Mystery foundation working to eliminate poverty in India – Fundraising & Development Intern
804) National Association of Counties – Legislative Associate
805-806) Pew Charitable Trusts
807) Pew Research Center – Journalism Content Analysts – temporary posts; late-Sept. to late-Dec. term – $15/hr
808-810) Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers of America
- Senior Manager, Public Affairs
- Director/Senior Director, State Policy – based in New England region
- Director/Senior Director, State Policy – based in Oregon or Washington; Olympia, WA preferred
- Education Reporter
- Editorial Intern – Sept.-Dec. 2019 – New York
- Writer & Social Media Coordinator, College of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences – apply by Sept. 4
- Communications Officer, Diversity & Inclusion – apply by Sept. 6
816) World Resources Institute – Head of Communications supporting the Partnering for Green Growth & the Global Goals 2030 Initiative
817) … and finally: the National Park Service is calling you to Maui and this Public Affairs Specialist role at now-we-want-to-go-there Haleakala National Park – $52k-$68k for a 32-hour work week – apply by Sept. 3
818) … and finally, part 2: can you get selected for this Corporate Communications Manager spot on the DC United roster in time (mid-October) to comp us some playoff tickets at Audi Field? Get on it!
819) … and finally, part 3: Maui not your thing? How about the St. Regis Doha and this Public Relations Manager posting there in the employ of Marriott International? Looks pretty sweet to us.
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Job Description: Communications Specialist
CPWR - The Center for Construction Research and Training (www.cpwr.com) is the non-profit 501(c)(3) research, development and training arm of the North America’s Building Trades Unions. Located in downtown Silver Spring, Maryland, close to Metro and public parking, CPWR focuses on promoting safe and healthy working conditions in the construction industry.
CPWR is seeking a full-time Communications Specialist. The successful candidate will become part of the team leading the organization’s external communications, including website management, email marketing, media relations, content creation, publications development, and branding.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Implementing strategic ideas to create and distribute content across a range of communications vehicles, with the goal of increasing engagement with stakeholders.
• Working effectively with staff and academic researchers to develop materials for publication and to create campaigns that raise stakeholders’ knowledge of safety and health risks and of solutions.
• Assisting with research for and development of content for reports, educational materials, articles, news items, and press releases.
• Identifying photographs and graphics for use in print and online media and helping maintain a library of these images.
• Contributing to website management, especially content development.
• Contributing to email marketing, including creating messages and managing lists.
• Supporting media relations efforts, including developing background materials and identifying opportunities.
• Supporting social media efforts.
• Providing support on design projects for print materials, social media, and websites.
• Proofing materials to ensure they are accurate, use correct spelling and grammar, maintain a consistent tone, and communicate core messages and values.
• Promoting the organization’s resources at industry events and conferences.
Qualifications
• At least 5 years of work experience in communications.
• B.A./B.S. or advanced degree in Communications, Journalism, Health Communications, or related field.
• Experience using social media, blogs, website content management tools, CRMs, InDesign, Google Analytics, and email marketing services.
• Strong analytical, writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with staff at all levels, interact with external partners and to represent the organization to the public.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to conduct and coordinate multiple tasks under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability both to take direction and to work independently, taking initiative within areas of responsibility.
• Positive attitude and ability to adjust to changing priorities and growing responsibilities.
• Spanish highly valued.
• Limited national and local travel may be necessary.
Compensation Package
Salary is based on qualifications and prior experience. Exceptional benefits package, including employer paid health/dental/vision insurance for employee and dependents, and a defined benefit pension. Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. 401K Plan. Relaxed work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity.
To Apply: Email resume, cover letter, two recent writing samples to jobpostings@cpwr.com. Include Communications Specialist and applicant name in the subject line. The cover letter should describe your experiences relevant to the job description outlined above and any previous construction-related research experience. No phone calls please. CPWR will contact eligible applicants.
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