Friday, January 21, 2022

Tartan

Hello Friday job-scourers!  Let's get to it!

Friday afternoon update: we just stumbled across this DC-or-NYC-based Associate Director, Major Gifts post with the International Crisis Group sporting a fast-approaching Jan. 23 application deadline, so we figured we'd better add it now.

1) National Nurses United is looking to bring aboard two Social Media Specialists with excellent writing skills and solid experience using Facebook, Twitter, Instagram for progressive campaigns, as well as fluency in social media performance metrics – can be DC-based or in one of several California locations offered.

2) The American Gaming Association has shared this Senior Manager, Media Relations post suited for candidates with 3-6 years’ media relations and communication experience along with strong writing skills – note the read more+ link at right on listing to see full description.

3-6) Opportunities available to join AIDS United’s work advocating for social justice & access to healthcare for individuals with HIV (scroll to find):

6) USAID is recruiting for a Strategic Communications Specialist (pdf) to support the Office of Transition Initiatives on contract basis – $106k-$138k – 5+ years’ related experience that includes work implementing outreach campaigns & producing relevant content desired – apply by Jan. 26

7-9) American Association for Justice – see also main career page

10-11) American Gastroenterological Association

12-13) American Hospital Association

14-17) Beekeeper Group

18-19) Center for Public Integrity – see also main career page

20) Consumer Healthcare Products AssociationDirector, Communications & Media Relations (pdf) – see also main career page

21-23) DC Office of the Mayor

24-25) Hospital & Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (scroll to find)

26-27) Interfaith Alliance

28-29) League of Conservation Voters

30-31) Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

32) Research!AmericaSenior Director of Global Health Advocacy – search managed by Staffing Advisors

33) University of Maryland, Baltimore CountyPolicy Specialist/Policy Analyst supporting the Hilltop Institute – Medicaid policy focus – Baltimore, MD – apply by Jan. 30

34) U.S. News & World ReportMedia Relations Director – see also main career page

35) WETA – multiple producer, social media, and other roles (scroll to find) supporting NewsHour & Washington Week noted

36-38) …. and finally: this Relationships Manager, Scottish Government post with our friends at the British Embassy includes work engaging Capitol Hill’s Friends of Scotland Caucus, who boast an officially registered Tartan pattern – $26/hr – apply by Feb. 1 – other opportunities with the Embassy include:

Best wishes for a grand & winning weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. 

2 comments:

Gordon said...

International Tax and Investment Center - Program Assistant

The International Tax and Investment Center (ITIC), an independent, nonprofit research and educational organization, is seeking a motivated Program Assistant to join its headquarters staff in Washington, DC.

Founded in 1993, ITIC promotes tax reform, international best practices, and public-private dialogue to improve the investment climate in transition and developing economies. ITIC works closely with ministries of finance and tax authorities in 85 countries, as well as international organizations such as the International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and United Nations.

The Program Assistant’s primary responsibilities are to provide daily support to the organization’s President, oversee country-specific and regional programs, and perform other functions as outlined below.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Provide daily support to the ITIC President and to other staff as needed. Key aspects of administrative support include:
• Correspondence, email management and dictation (transcription of digital files)
• Meeting scheduling, preparation, and follow-up
• International travel planning: travel agency coordination, visas, itinerary/materials preparation

2. Coordinate working groups and related programs for country and regional initiatives throughout the year, including:
• Planning monthly/quarterly videoconferences for ongoing working group activity, including preparation, materials, and follow-up
• Providing support for international conferences with government officials, academic experts, and industry executives
• Assisting in designing and delivering capacity-building workshops for government officials
• Preparing budgets, manage invoicing and payments for events, and liaise with in-country partner organizations and international speakers

3. Perform general office tasks, with duties including:
• Editing documents, publications, and reports
• Organizing occasional briefings and seminars in Washington
• Database entry, updates, and ongoing management
• Supplies management, vendor relations and invoicing
• Answering incoming calls and coordinating mailings/shipping

The successful candidate will have previous administrative experience and program management responsibilities in an international-oriented setting. Computer skills and standard software proficiency are required, as are strong organizational and communication skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with senior executives and other stakeholders from foreign governments and international organizations.

Initially, the Program Assistant will work remotely and will convert to a hybrid arrangement later in 2022. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter by February 7, 2022 to jobs@iticnet.org.

Gordon said...

Squared Communications - Public Relations Intern

Squared Communications, a boutique public relations firm based in Washington, D.C., is looking for a self-motivated intern interested in learning about all aspects of the public relations field. Ideally, this candidate would be able to start immediately and commit to a full-time schedule. College graduates are strongly preferred. It's essential that the candidate have excellent communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details. This position is remote; candidates are not required to be D.C. based.

The primary goal of the internship is for the individual to assist with specific projects and gain experience with public relations writing and day-to-day activities, media relations, and client management.

Responsibilities include:
• Monitor all forms of media for daily news clippings
• Contribute daily to media coverage reports for clients in a timely manner
• Draft press releases, blog posts, pitches and other materials as necessary
• General and client-related research
• Draft social media posts for various clients
• Assist with developing and implementing social media campaigns
• Attend internal team meetings
• Media list development
• Communications with the media

Requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be organized, able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic
• Bachelor’s degree or currently enrolled in university

Compensation - $17/hr

Majors - Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism

If interested, please send your resume and a cover letter to info@sqcomms.com