Monday, June 28, 2021

Significant, Corporate, Social & Charitable

Hello Monday! We hope one (or more) of these is worth pursuing for you.

1) The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering & Medicine is seeking a Communications/Media Associate with at least one year of related experience & top-notch writing skills – Capitol One Arena/Judiciary Square-proximate location.

2) Consumer Brands is seeking a Specialist, Communications to be a go-to partner for high quality communication deliverables that promote the association’s advocacy agenda and tells the food, beverage and household product industry’s story – 3+ years related experience desired.

3) Historically significant and still-in-the-headlines St. John’s Church, Lafayette Square is seeking a part-time Communications Manager with 2+ years of relevant experience, working knowledge of the Episcopal Church, and a heart for building Christian community in a church setting.

4) The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is searching for a Director of Government Affairs to lead their policy-related initiatives. 5+ years of experience in government affairs & an interest in plant-based (vegan) nutrition move your resume to the top of the stack.

5-8) Consensus Digital Media offers these remote-based opportunities to join their startup operation; they plan to establish DC offices in the near future (scroll to find):

9) Want to make a few more friends?  The Friends of the Columbia Gorge are seeking a new pal in the form of a Community Engagement Specialist – 4-6 year working or demonstrated experience in planning and implementing effective public engagement strategies could earn you a sport in in Portland or Hood River, OR; or in Washoughal, WA – $19-$21/hr – apply by July 28

10) Waxman Strategies has passed along this Senior Associate, Marketing & Client Relations role suited for aspirants with 3+ years of relevant experience and a background in marketing, communications, and/or client relations programs – Spanish language skills a plus – $56k-$75k

11) Time to up your game and apply for this recently up-leveled Associate Director of Communications role supporting the College Excellence Program at the Aspen Institute – 10+ years’ experience developing and executing communications strategy at a mission-driven nonprofit, communications firm, higher education institution, media organization, or similar setting desired.

12) The Association of Corporate Counsel is actively recruiting for this Communications Manager post with 3+ years of relevant experience in media and/or agency environments & excellent writing and presentation skills – second language skills a plus

13) The Center for the Study of Social Policy is recruiting for a Program Analyst/Senior Program Analyst (pdf) to support their racial equity work – $50k-$90k – expertise in expertise in racial equity, inclusion, child welfare, anti-poverty & related issues desired – see also main career page – apply by July 30

14) American Forest & Paper AssociationSenior Director, Energy & Environmental Policy

15-28) American University

29) Consumer ReportsStrategic Communication Associate, Social Impact – DC; Yonkers, NY or San Francisco, CA

30) DC Central KitchenDirector of Marketing & Communications – $80k-$95k

31) Federal Reserve Board of GovernorsMedia Relations Specialist

32-33) Georgetown University

34-38) Heritage Foundation

39) Internal Revenue Service Public Affairs Specialist – $92k-$146k – apply by July 7

40) kglobal/ZenetexAccount Associate, Media Relations + Public Affairs

41-42) Maryland-National Capital Park &Planning Commission

43) MGM Resorts Communications Specialist at MGM National Harbor

44) Nestlé USACommunications Manager

45) Oxfam AmericaMedia Officer

46-49) Pew Charitable Trusts

50-53) University of Maryland

54) Woodrow Wilson International Center for ScholarsProgram Assistant, Communications – $49k apply by July 5; subject to early closure

55) World Bank External Affairs Officer – apply by July 16

Monday, June 21, 2021

Will Your Next Boss Posess Galactic Ambitions?

Hello Monday! A nice selection of direct-to-us submissions and a few opportunities under star-seeking, visionary types kick off your job-seek week.

1) The American Society of Human Genetics is seeking a Communications & Marketing Coordinator (pdf) with at least 2 years’ experience in communications, marketing, advertising, or related field – excellent writing skills, with an emphasis on writing for digital platforms, also desired – submit resume & cover letter to hr@ashg.org – see also main career page

2-3) Ballast Research has shared this new Director of Federal Engagement opportunity suited for candidates with 5+ years’ experience communicating or working with senior policymakers on the Hill, with deep insight into the needs and interests of federal policymakers – we also see a Capitol Hill Liaison role available.

4) America Votes is recruiting for a Raliegh-Durham based North Carolina State Director with 7+ years of electoral and advocacy campaign experience, including experience in a Southern state, along with expertise in electoral field program management & strong coalition leadership skills – search managed by Grossman Solutions

5) CLS Strategies has let us know about this Managing Associate (click on headline or + sign) post – 5-8 years of journalism, political campaign, Capitol Hill, PR agency, and/or association experience moves your resume to the top of the stack.

6) Our pals at PoliTemps are seeking sharp political, PR, media & public affairs temporary staff for a variety of assignments in DC & the metro area – see also PoliTemps homepage.

7) The Alliance for Aging Research seeks a talented and passionate Digital Communications Coordinator (scroll to find) with 3-5 years of experience to assist in all aspects of the Alliance’s digital communications and marketing efforts, including online community and social media engagement, digital content creation, trend monitoring & reporting – $50k – apply by July 8

8) Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, a national employment law firm with offices in 18 states, is seeking an Atlanta-based Media Relations & Communications Coordinator with 3-6 years of experience – see also main career page.

9-11) Government & public affairs firm Forbes-Tate Partners are actively recruiting for these (scroll to find):

12) The American Trucking Associations seeks a Communications Manager for the long haul – 4-6 years’ relevant experience demonstrating abilities in generating & executing member-facing communication strategies sought – see also main career page

13) Promundo US seeks a Director of Marketing & Communications (pdf) with a commitment to gender quality & justice as well as at least 5-7 years of communications experience including designing & executing communications strategy; developing communications for campaigns; and ensuring brand-management across channels – $85k-$110k – apply by July 11 – see also main career page

14) The Aspen Institute has let us know they are actively recruiting for this Manager of Advancement Communications post – 5-10 years of related experience including work in  fundraising communications at a nonprofit organization required, as well as familiarity with digital fundraising, lead generation & similar tactics

15) Alliance of Community Health Plans is in search mode for a Communications Manager with 5+ years’ communications experience in complex settings; background in health care, policy and/or nonprofit communications a plus

16-17) The Center for the Science in the Public Interest is seeking a Digital Communications Associate with experienced in developing and executing social media campaigns & strategies across multiple platforms, preferably for a nonprofit or media organization, or public relations firm as well as a background in equity, nutrition, public health, or public policy – $60k-$65k – apply by June 30 – Development Coordinator role with June 23 deadline also noted – see also main career page

18) America’s Health Insurance PlansChief of Staff

19-20) Atlas Research

21-25) Booz Allen Hamilton

26-29) British Embassy

30) Development Finance CorporationSenior Legislative & Public Affairs Specialist – $144k-$172k – apply by June 23

31-33) National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship – searches managed by Sachar Solutions

34) National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationPublic Affairs Specialist – $78k-$113k – apply by June 28

35) Mystery employerPublic Relations Specialist – $80k-$90k – search managed by Beacon Hill Staffing

36) Office of Congressional Workplace RightsWeb & Communications Specialist – $65k-$81k – apply by July 16

37-38) United Nations Foundation – opportunities supporting the United Nations Association of the USA

 39-41) and finally – how about some nearby opportunities of the interesting, galactic-ambitious-boss variety at the Washington Post?

42-43) … and finally, part 2 – or work under the umbrella of that very same leader at the Bezos Academy in Seattle, WA:

44-45) … and finally, part 3 – and also from space-racing, hi-profile employer beat, we give you this pair at SpaceX:

Monday, June 14, 2021

40 for Monday

Hello Monday! Have a terrific job-seek week!

1) The American Clinical Laboratory Association has put out the call for a Director, Public Affairs (pdf) with 5-7 years of work experience; background in healthcare, public affairs, campaigns, or nonprofit communications a plus – ideal candidate will be a self-starter, good writer, solid project manager & trusted multi-tasker.

2) PR/public affairs firm 720 Strategies seeks Senior Account Director with the ability to helm strategic communications efforts & ensure effective delivery of deliverables for a range of clients.

3-4) The Milken Institute has shared these opportunities supporting their work to advance health & well-being for individuals & communities:

5) The Quincy Institute is seeking a Communications Manager/Deputy Communications Director to join their work building political pressure to reduce U.S. militarism abroad & its impacts at home – at least 3-5 years’ relevant experience desired – apply by June 23

6-8) The communications pros at the Glen Echo Group have let us know about fresh opportunities downtown:

9) Hubbell Communications is seeking a Director, Healthcare Communications with strong organizational leadership skills & the ability to build and manage the creation of strategic advocacy campaigns across the healthcare sector – Portland, OR or Seattle, WA preferred, but will consider other locations for candidates with ties to the Pacific Northwest. 

10) Citizens for Responsibility & Ethics in Washington is recruiting for a Communications Associate (scroll to find) with 1-5+ years of communications experience, preferably in nonprofit, government, campaign or comparable setting, along with an interest in government ethics & money-in-politics issues. 

11-12) The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has let us know they are actively recruiting for these:

13) The Association of Corporate Counsel is in search mode for a Communications Manager with 3+ years of relevant experience in media and/or agency environments & strong social media capabilities – second language skills appear to be a plus – see also main career page

14) The Center for the Study of Social Policy is seeking a Policy Analyst, Systems Change (pdf) with a graduate degree in public administration, public health, public policy, social work, or related fields, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and expertise in child welfare or behavioral health research, policy, clinical practice, and improvement strategies – $50k-$65k – apply by July 11

15-16) The Society for Science is recruiting for:

17) Active MindsCommunications Associate – apply by June 15

18) Alliance for Aging ResearchDigital Communications Coordinator – apply by July 9

19) Alliance for PeacebuildingCommunications Associate

20-21) Catholic University

22-24) Community Catalyst
25) Council for Christian Colleges & UniversitiesEditorial Specialist – apply by June 25

26) Food & Drug AdministrationAssistant Commissioner for Media Affairs – $132k-$199k – apply by July 2

27-30) Georgetown University
31) International Council on Clean Transportation – multiple fresh electric vehicle research opportunities noted

32) Marijuana Policy ProjectDirector of Communications

33) Promundo USVice President of Operations (pdf) – $115k-$130k – see also main career page – apply by July 11

34) R Street Institute Government Affairs Region Manager – flexible location in Northeast/Mid-Atlantic

35) Sabin Vaccine Institute Communications Manager

36) State Dept./ Office of the International Joint CommissionPublic Affairs Specialist – $122k-$159k – apply by June 23

37-39) University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.
40) U.S. Patent & Trademark OfficePublic Affairs Specialist – $60k-$78k – apply by June 24

Friday, June 4, 2021

Too Much of a Good Thing

OK, this is probably too much to drop on you for on a lovely summer Friday, but here we are. Enjoy the jobs!

1) The Aspen Institute is recruiting for a Communications Manager to support their College Excellence Program – 7+ years’ experience developing & executing communications strategy at a mission-driven nonprofit, communications firm, higher education institution, media organization, or other relevant setting desired.

2) M+R is seeking an Account Supervisor, Social Media with 7-8 years of experience managing social media programs, including for nonprofits – DC, New York, Boston, MA; Los Angeles or Oakland, CA

3) CLS Strategies is looking to fill Mid-Level Strategic Communications Roles (note: click on title there or the + sign to see description) – strong writing & research skills and  experience in media relations required; Capitol Hill, agency, political, or journalism background a plus.

4) Employment law firm Katz, Marshall & Banks is searching for a Communications Associate with top-notch written & oral communication skills and understanding of social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook & Twitter, as well as their advertising features.

5) American Enterprise InstituteResearch Assistant, Education Policy

6) British EmbassyNavy Staff Support Officer – $21/hr – apply by June 13

7-8) Brookings Institution

9) Bully Pulpit InteractiveMessaging & Measurement Associate – $70k+ – polling/research focused position

10) Chesapeake Bay FoundationGrassroots Coordinator – $40k-$45k – Virginia Beach, Va. – apply by June 15

11) Congressional Management FoundationInterns

12) Current AffairsOnline Editor (pdf) – $45k -New Orleans, LA – apply by June 7

13-15) Searches managed by Creative Circle:

16) Freddie MacSenior Internal Communications Professional – 5-7 years related experience desired

17-19) George Mason University

20) George Washington UniversityAssociate Director of Alumni Relations, School of Engineering – $52k-$71k

21) Harvard UniversityDirector of Communications, University Health Services – Cambridge, MA

22-32) ICF International

33-35) Ketchum

36) McCain Institute for International LeadershipInterns – Fall 2021 – apply by July 19

37) Mystery niche marketing agencyContent & Email Marketing Specialist – contract status – search managed by Paladin

38-40) National Academies of Science/Engineering/Medicine

41) Ogilvy PRExecutive Vice President, Public Affairs

42-43) SEIU

44) SmithBucklinCommunications Associate – described as entry-level

45) Strathmore Arts CenterDonor Engagement Manager (scroll to find) – $48k-$55k – apply by June 21

46-52) Union of Concerned Scientists

53-54) United Nations – New York

55-56) U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation

57) Virginia Dept. of Rail and Public TransportationCommunications Specialist – to $70k – Richmond, Va.

58-62) Washington Post

63-66) Weber Shandwick

67) WETACoordinator, Planned Giving

68) …and finally: historic & lovely Gunston Hall, home to revolutionary leader George Mason, seeks Director of Marketing & PR – $46k-$80k – apply by June 30

69-70) …and finally, part 2: the good folks at NestlĂ© offer opportunities to help make already popular things even more popular!

Best wishes for a superb & winning weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Welcome to Summer and to Your Job Seek Week!

Hello Tuesday & welcome to Summer! You've got 97 days until Labor Day, so make the most of it!  And while you're at it, go find a great new job. See you again on Thursday or Friday.

1) The American Bus Association is ready to bring a Grassroots & Project Specialist on board – top candidates will have outstanding communications skills, an enthusiastic mind-set, project management skills & capability w/ databases.

2) The Aspen Institute has let us know about this Senior Manager, Operations post – knowledge of the nonprofit sector & philanthropy along with 7+ years’ experience that demonstrates your facility with budgets, office management, communications & strategic planning desired.

3) This Associate Director of Digital Communications post at the National Immigration Law Center appears to be new since our mid-Apr. check-in – $84k-$105k – DC or Los Angeles, CA

4) The World Wildlife Fund has shared this Wildlife Communications & Strategy Director post – 10+ years of communications experience related to conservation & ability to package scientific or technical information to a wider audience sought.

5) Anne Arundel County GovernmentDeputy Director of Communications/Public Information Officer – $84k-$100k – Annapolis, MD

6-7) Associated Builders and Contractors

8) Chick-fil-APrincipal Program Lead, Corporate Communications – Atlanta, GA

9) Democratic Party of VirginiaRedistricting Director (scroll to find) – apply by June 7

10) DHS/FEMASupervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $103k-$134k – apply by June 7; subject to early closure

11) Chick-fil-APrincipal Program Lead, Corporate Communications – Atlanta, GA

12-15) Foundation for Defense of Democracies (scroll to find)

16-21) Huawei USA – see also main career page

22) League of Conservation VotersGovernment Affairs Associate – $47k-$55k – apply by June 15

23) MastercardDirector, Public Policy

24) National Hospice & Palliative Care OrganizationManager/Senior Manager, Health Policy

25-26) National Education Association

27) Network of Enlightened WomenDevelopment & Programs Associate – virtual/remote-based - search managed by Talent Market

28-30) ONE Campaign

31-32) Raytheon Technologies

33) Rockefeller FoundationManaging Director, Government Relations – see also main career page

34-35) Smithsonian Institution

36) United Nations FoundationPost-Grad Intern supporting the Digital Impact Alliance – $20/hr

37-41) Urban Institute

42) U.S. Green Building CouncilManager, State & Local Advocacy