Monday, November 29, 2021

Back at It

With Thanksgiving in the rear-view mirror, we look ahead to the next two-plus weeks of sustained job-search effort until your (and our) discipline probably starts to waver before the holiday season. So get to it.

1) The Center for Community Change is seeking a Director of Digital Strategy with ate will have 6+ years’ relevant experience in non-profit, digital strategies, political advocacy and/or organizing settings as well as facility with a range of relevant digital platforms including WordPress & EveryAction – we’re told that compensation starts at $110k.

2-4) In addition to the two roles noted last Monday, Results for America tells us they are also actively recruiting for:

5-7) Self-described global strategic communications & public affairs consultancy Red Flag has flagged these DC- or remote-based opportunities for us – French or Spanish language skills as a plus & a Dec. 10 application deadline apply to all three:

8) Mission capability integrator/enterprise IT provider Peraton is seeking a Communications Lead, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with 5+ years’ relevant experience – $61k-$115k – DC metro area or remote

9) ACT for Alexandria – Communications & Marketing Manager – $65k-$70k – apply by Dec. 10

10-11) American Forest Foundation (scroll to find)

12-13) Association of American Railroads (scroll to find)

14) Challenger Center – Director of Communications

15-17) Congressional Black Caucus Foundation

18) Federal Railroad Administration – Public Affairs Specialist – $122k-$159k – apply by Dec. 17

19-20) Georgetown University

21) HHS/Health Resources & Services Administration – Legislative Analyst – $87k-$134k – apply by Dec. 3

22) Lewinsville Presbyterian Church – Director of Communications – McLean-based

23) McCabe Message Partners – Spring 2022 Interns (scroll down) – $16/hr – apply by Dec. 3

24) Mystery educational non-profit – Public Affairs Specialist

25-26) National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions

27) National Endowment for the Humanities – Digital Marketing Manager – $87k-$113k – apply by Dec. 9

28) Peace Corps – Congressional Relations Specialist – $94k-$138k – apply by Dec. 3

29) State Dept. – Public Affairs Specialist supporting the Foreign Service Institute – $103k-$134k – apply by Dec. 8

30-32) Taoti Creative – see also main career page and get additional company culture perspective here

33) University of Pittsburgh – Vice Chancellor for Government Relations – Pittsburgh, PA – search managed by WittKieffer – apply by Dec. 15

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Monday, November 22, 2021

Here's 40 for a Short Week

Monday update: we forgot to include this Director of Communications role that the Managed Funds Association shared with us last week – 6+ years of experience in a fast-paced communications operation in multi-client consulting, industry, a trade association, or government desired; Financial services industry background a plus. 

Monday update, part 2: McCabe Message Partners, a DC-based PR agency focused on health & related issues, is searching for full-time Spring 2022 Interns (scroll down) with a $16/hr pay grade; we're told that Dec. 3 is the "apply by" date.

1) Capitol Impact Partners is recruiting for a Public Relations Manager with demonstrated media & influencer marketing skills in the B2B space along with top-notch writing, editing, proofreading chops – Arlington/Crystal City or New York/San Diego locations – see also main career page

2-3) Chaloner has shared two searches under their direction:

  • National CASA/GAL Association for Children – Chief Communications Officer – organization supporting & promoting court-appointed advocates for children – DC, Atlanta, GA or Seattle, WA
  • Every Town for Gun Safety – Communications Director – $125k-$155k – DC or remote-based

4-5) Data-driven policy advocate Results for America has shared this New York- or remote-based Manager, Grants & Contracts (pdf) post suited for candidates with 6-8 years of relevant experience required, with a strong preference for a background in development or non-profit contract management – we also see a Strategic Communications & Marketing Manager (pdf) opportunity w/ a preference for DC-based hires on their careers page.

6-10) 300 Brand

11-12) ACLU

13) Business for Social Responsibility – Manager, Editorial & Campaign Strategy – New York, San Francisco, CA or remote-based – see also main career page

14) Center for American Progress – Broadcast Media Manager – $56k

15-16) Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards – see also main career page

17-18) C-SPAN

19-21) DDC Public Affairs

22-23) FleishmaHillard

24) HP – Sustainable Impact Americas Government Relations Lead

25) Hunstman Corp. – U.S. Government Affairs Manager – see also main career page

26-27) Johnson & Johnson – DC or New Brunswick/Titusville, NJ

28) Medicaid Health Plans of America – Director, Federal Affairs (pdf) – see also main career page

29-31) Morning Consult

32) Mystery law firm – Media Relations Manager (scroll to find) – $100k-$135k – search managed by B.H. Griner

33) National Apartment Association – Manager, PAC Fundraising & Development (scroll to find)

34) National Restaurant Association – President & CEO (pdf) – search managed by SpencerStuart

35) National Rifle Association – Media Operations Coordinator

36) Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom – Political Reports Analyst

37-38) Society for Neuroscience – see also main career page

39) Veeva – Director, Government Affairs

40) WGC – Director, Internal Communications

See you again next Monday, we hope. Have an awesome Thanksgiving!

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

Jobs? We've got 'em!

1) American Psychological Association – Graphic Designer

2) Arthritis Foundation – Social Media Manager – Atlanta, GA

3) Boeing – Senior Communications Specialist

4) Campaign Legal Center – Policy Fellow – one-year term, starting Jan. 2022 – apply by Nov. 24

5-8) Center for Law & Social Policy

9) Center for Science in the Public Interest – Policy Coordinator – $40k-$45k – apply by Nov. 24

10) Embassy of Australia – Associate Advisor, Foreign Affairs – 3-month term – $24/hr – New York – register your interest by Nov. 29

11-12) EMG Solutions

13-15) Georgetown University

16-19) George Washington University

20-22) German Marshall Fund of the U.S.

23-24) Good Food Institute

25-26) Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County

27-29) The Hub Project – see also main career page

30) Institute for Women's Policy Research – Vice President, Policy & Strategic Initiatives – $150k-$185k – see also main career page

31) Maryland Dept. of Transportation – Media/Public Relations/Communications/Social Media Positions

32) Mystery association – Legislative Affairs Assistant – $18-$20/hr – 3-month term – sharp & upbeat applicants preferred – search managed by Beacon Hill Staffing

33) Omidyar Network – Principal, Strategic Engagement & Research

34) Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute – Associate Director, Content & Creative – search managed by Staffing Advisors

35) U.S. Chamber of Commerce – Vice President, Legislative Affairs supporting the Institute for Legal Reform

36-46) Washington Post

47) World Resources Institute – Communications Specialist supporting Cities4Forests

Sure, it's only Thursday – but it's not to soon to convey best wishes for a terrific Friday & super-great weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.  If you're around Old Town Alexandria, we suggest you stop in and see the truly lovely folks at thankfully-back-in-business Old Hat.

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Banking, Security, Rights & Knowledge

1) FAMM is seeking a Media Relations Specialist (scroll to find) to help publicize their work fighting the injustice and burden of mandatory minimum sentencing – 3-5+ years of progressively responsible experience in media relations should include demonstrated success in pitching & securing placements

2-3) The Clyde Group has shared a pair of opportunities to join their downtown DC-based team:

3) ZemiTek is recruiting for an Engagement & Communications Advisor to support USAID’s Bureau for Development, Democracy & Innovation – 6+ years’ related experience, a background in strategic communications planning & demonstrated effective writing skills move your CV to the top of the stack.

4-5) BlueCross/BlueShield Association

6) Child Care Aware America – Director, Advocacy – $86k-$100k

7) DC Dept. of Insurance, Securities & Banking – Public Affairs Specialist – $89k-$115k – apply by Nov. 30

8) DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management Agency – Policy Manager/Communications Supervisor – $122k-$170k – apply by Nov. 18

9-11) George Mason University

12-17) Human Rights Campaign (scroll to find) – see also main career page

18-25) Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD

26) Marriott Corp. – Senior Manager, Premium Social Marketing

27-29) Parenthetic – see also main career page

30) Public Knowledge – Legal Advocacy Interns & Externs – Summer 2022

31-33) World Bank

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Friday, November 12, 2021

Seven Zero

Hello Friday job-shoppers! We went a little overboard for a week-ending set, but it's going to be rainy today – so maybe that works well, after all.

1) Georgetown’s glorious Tudor Place has shared a Director of Education & Visitor Services (pdf) opportunity suited for aspirants with relevant advanced degree & 5+ years of museum, education, or visitor services experience – $55k-$60k

2-3) AARP

4-5) American College of Cardiology

6-9) American Humane

10-11) American Institute of CPAs

12-16) American University

17-18) Archdiocese of Washington

19-21) Aspen Institute

22-25) BAE Systems

26) Baltimore City Public Schools – Staff Specialist, Communications – $67k-$79k

27-29) British Embassy

30) Carolina Farm Stewardship Association – Development Director (pdf) – $55k-$70k – Pittsboro, NC – see also main career page

31-32) Cerner Government Services

33-34) Chenega Corp.

35-38) Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget

39-40) Economic Development Group – see also main career page

41) Endocrine Society – Graphic Designer (scroll to find)

42) FOX Business Network – Desk Assistant

43) General Dynamics Mission Systems – Social Media Manager

44-48) Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

49) Marijuana Policy Project – Legislative Counsel – candidates should live in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Tennessee

50-51) Merck – Kenilworth, NJ

52) NJI Media – Senior Product Manager, Creative Services

53-57) PBS

58-64) POLITICO

65-66) SEIU

67) Sierra Club – Executive Coordinator, Communications

68) Small Business Majority – Entrepreneurship Research Associate – location flexible, DC or Southern California preferred

69) Union of Concerned Scientists – Director, Global Security Program – search managed by WittKieffer – apply by Nov. 15

70) Vector Talent – Media Relations Manager

Best wishes for an awesome weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. Take it up several notches at one or more of these:

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Honolulu or Here?

Before we dive into today’s jobs, the Dept. of Professional Employees, AFL-CIO has passed along this virtual workshop on the basics of unions at on Thursday, Nov. 18 at 8 pm (ET). The session aims to bridge the knowledge gap that many people have about unions by answering basic questions like what is a union, who is eligible to be a part of a union, and how to start taking steps to form a union – learn more and register for There is Power in a Union for Professionals.

1) The National Health Council is recruiting for a Digital Media Coordinator with 2+ years of experience in digital media, including social media & website management – $55k-$60k

2) The Virginia Dept. of Transportation is showing off their fun side while putting out the call for a Communications Coordinator with top-notch communications & graphic design skills; facility with Adobe Creative Cloud applications strongly desired – $50k-$81k – apply by Nov. 19

3) The National Geographic Society is looking to bring on a Senior Director, Digital Engagement to create a cohesive strategy to drive user acquisition, retention, & engagement and realize business objectives. This leader will rely on a deep understanding of digital trends & platforms and the role they play in an integrated communications strategy. Position is responsible for championing design thinking, experimentation, and co-creation methodologies to develop optimal digital experiences and engagement opportunities across the brand. Salary range begins at $155k – search managed by Chaloner

4-6) The American Nurses Association has passed along two contractor positons supporting the Marketing & Communications division, and we also see a fresh policy role there – see also main career page

7) Historic & gorgeous Tudor Place seeks part-time Communications Coordinator (pdf) with 3+ years of experience in editing & marketing, including website/blog responsibilities, as well as social media savvy

8) USAging is in search mode for a Communications Associate with strong communications & writing skills, social media expertise, and a strong interest in older adults, people with disabilities & the services and supports that help keep them as a part of their communities.

9) Pro-startup, pro-entrepreneurship policy advocate Engine is seeking a Grassroots Coordinator with and organizational wiz with the ability to write quickly & concisely about complex policy issues in a way a busy startup CEO can understand.

10) Anthem – Government Relations Manager – no, not that Anthem

11) Arlington County – Community Engagement Specialist – $57k-$99k – apply by Nov. 18

12-14) Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids

15) EdChoice – Vice President of State Programs – Indianapolis, IN or remote-based – search managed by Talent Market

16 ) Google – Public Affairs Manager

17) International Code Council – Vice President/Director, Government Relations

18-19) Lutheran Social Services of the National Capitol Area

20) Maritime Administration – Public Affairs Specialist – $72k-$113k – apply by Nov. 18

) Nemours – Public Relations/Communications Manager

21) Northrop Grumman – Communications Manager – $137k-$205k

22) Obama Foundation – Communications Manager – DC or Chicago, IL

23-26) United Nations Foundation

27) Wilson Center for International Scholars – Writer/Editor – $72k-$94k – apply by Nov. 18

28-33) … and finally: the Office of Hawaiian Affairs appears to offer opportunities to rep the 50th State from their K Street NE outpost as well as from Honolulu (scroll to find):

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Friday, November 5, 2021

No Clever Title; Plenty of Jobs

Hello Friday job-having enthusiasts! Let's get to it!

1) The National Geographic Society seeks a Marketing Manager with 4+ years of experience in marketing or communications, preferably in a non-profit environment. Background in implementing data-driven marketing plans also desired – $72k+ – search managed by Chaloner 

2-4) Fresh opportunities with the American Association for Public Opinion Research – we’re told that the first listings will be open until Nov. 29 & the Conferences role will be open until Nov. 21.

5) Our friends at energetically named Crosscut Strategies are still actively recruiting for Associate/Senior Associate (scroll to find) candidates with 1-2 years of experience working with traditional media, conducting policy & media research, and coordinating media events.

6-12) ZemiTek has passed along several opportunities to support their U.S Agency for International Development client:

13-14) The Sierra Club is looking to fill two roles supporting their Building Electrification campaign – we’re told that applications close on Nov. 7 – no cover letter needed – reach out to danielleptucker@gmail.com with additional questions.

15) A mystery advocacy & lobbying organization with a focus on foreign affairs is looking to hire a Video Content Producer – $65k-$85k – work from home allowed on two days each week – search managed by Brainstorm Creative Resources

16-17) Creative2, a growing digital agency with primary hubs in Fredericksburg & Loudoun, Va., has shared these flexible-location opportunities:

18) Amazon – Executive Communications Manager

19) American Israel Public Affairs Committee – Social Media Manager

20) Bowie State University – Communications & Outreach Specialist – $55k-$65k – Bowie, MD – apply by Nov. 10

21-22) British Embassy – New York

23-25) Capitol Hill

26) Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services – Writer/Editor – $103k-$134k – apply by Nov. 18

27) Comcast – Director of Public Relations

28) DOJ/Office of Justice Programs – Director, Office of Communications – $132k-$199k – apply by Nov. 22

29-33) Georgetown University

34) Inside Washington Publishers – Reporters – current openings in healthcare & defense groups

35-37) Smithsonian Institution (scroll to find where applicable)

38-44) University of Maryland

45-48) Washington Post

Best wishes for really nice & restorative weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.  Here's a couple options to spice it up:

Planning ahead: Reserve your spot for Novemberfest at Evening Star in Del Ray/Alexandria set for Saturday, Nov. 13.

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