S&P Global is seeking a Director, Media & Policy Communications with a track record of working effectively in a highly matrixed environment & judgement under high-pressure situations.
Whittle School & Studios, a self-described ambitious project to modernize education and build the world’s best & most innovative environment for human learning, is seeking a Director of Communications with 5+ years’ relevant communications experience plus strong writing & copy-editing skills.
True Colors United, a Cyndi Lauper co-founded group working to stem youth homelessness with a focus on LGBTQ youth, is seeking a Chief Operating Officer with 7-10 years of people, culture, and operations leadership experience, with experience driving equitable practices across an organization & strong financial management skills – New York – search managed by Grossman Heinz.
The Aspen Institute has let us know they are still recruiting for a part-time Communications Intern for the Fall term (and possibly beyond) – excellent research, writing & verbal skills required; working knowledge of content management systems & other digital tools preferred, Photoshop skills a plus – paid position
Lyft – Senior Community Affairs Manager – 3-5+ years’ experience as an organizer/director, digital strategist, event manager, or advance team member for political campaigns desired.
Pew Research Center
Federal Railroad Administration – Writer/Editor – 69K-$128K – apply by Sept. 23
Pew Charitable Trusts – Senior Associate, Individual Giving – 4+ years of external fundraising experience in higher education, research, health, science, media, culture, or advocacy organization desired.
Several recent-vintage opportunities noted with the Glover Park Group – see also main career page
- Strategic Communications Director
- Associate Director, Strategic Communications/Events
- Senior Associate, Strategic Communications
- Strategic Communications Associate
- Graphic Design Intern
Heritage Foundation – Senior Writer – 7+ years of experience in development writing or journalism preferred.
Atlantic Media
- Event Marketing Associate
- Senior Producer, Podcasts – DC or New York
Dept. of Defense – Public Affairs Specialist – $99k-$128k – apply by Sept. 30
American University
Partners for Democratic Change – Strategic Communications Manager – 5+ experience developing integrated communication strategies required; background with nonprofit organizations or civil society building groups at an international level preferred.
Best wishes for a swinging & satisfying weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. Here's some happenings for the weekend – check out our giagantic Fall Festival round-up to help you plot further excursions from now to November:
- Aberdeen Proving Ground Oktoberfest – Aberdeen, MD – Sept. 13-14
- Aslin 4th Anniversary Party – Alexandria, Va. – Sept. 14
- Brewers on the Block – Union Market, Northeast DC – Sept. 14
- Falls Church Festival – Fall Church City Hall Grounds – Sept. 14
- Taste of Petworth – Northwest DC – Sept. 14
- Oktoberfest at the Garden – Sept. 14 Del Ray/Alexandria – Sept. 14
- RhinO'fest – Ashburn, Va. – Sept. 14
- HP Bar Crawl – Dupont Circle – Sept. 14
- Adventure Brewing Oktoberfest – Fredericksburg, Va. – Sept. 14
- Baltimore Seafood Festival – Canton Waterfront Park – Sept. 14
- Right Proper Brewing Record Fair – Brookland DC – Sept.15
- High Side Oktoberfest – Fairfax City, Va. – Sept. 15
Washington Media Scholars Foundation - Intern - Spring 2020
ReplyDeleteThe Washington Media Scholars Foundation’s (WMSF) mission is to support undergraduate students seeking degrees in media-related majors through scholarship, professional development and networking. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, WMSF’s two programs include the annual Media Plan Case Competition and Media Fellows essay-based scholarships, distributed twice per year.
Our programs are funded through the generous sponsorship provided by the top media companies in the country. Over the past 10 years, WMSF has supported more than 500 students with more than a million dollars in scholarships and services. Learn more about us at www.mediascholars.org.
Intern Job Summary
We seek an energetic, reliable and responsible intern to join Washington Media Scholars Foundation during Spring semester 2020. In this position, you will be expected to learn the ins-and-outs of our mission, programs and systems. The intern will serve alongside staff and volunteers as a key team member and interface with senior staff, high-level supporters and stakeholders.
Interns receive a stipend and will be expected to work a minimum of 15 hours per week. Ideally, the intern would be available to work our annual special event attended by nearly 500 media professionals on June 11, 2020 at the International Spy Museum.
Intern Duties and Responsibilities
• Aid in the implementation of the annual plan including marketing and communications
• Assist in preparing information and research materials; create and maintain presentations
• Research and gather documentation on key stakeholder groups
• Draft documents and reports; sort and manage digital files, oversee several mailings (email and snail mail), take notes and memos during meetings
• Consult upon and manage database and input information, data, and records
• Help plan and attend organizational functions and events
• Update and post supervised social media and website content; generate and respond to web correspondence, social media inquiries, and draft mass emails
• Answer external inquiries, and provide basic company information; oversee mailings
• Participate in projects as needed with our sister companies National Media & Purple Strategies
Intern Requirements and Qualifications
• Must be enrolled in an accredited university/college pursuing a media-related degree (includes but not limited to: Advertising, PR, Journalism, Strategic Media, IMC, Communications, Political Science, Business/Government)
• Graduate students are eligible for consideration
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); graphic design skills a plus
• Salesforce experience desired
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills & able to work independently
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to info@mediascholars.org by Nov. 29