Hello 2023!

Welcome back to the search (or just casual browsing)! Here's an abbreviated (and yes, late) set with a substantial proportion of high-quality, direct-to-us finds.

1) The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments is recruiting for a Communications Specialist with 2-3 years of experience in writing & producing publications, journalism, public relations, or related government/nonprofit background – $60k-$79k

2) The Mercatus Center is seeking a State Outreach Associate – ideal candidate will have 2+ years of state legislative or public policy research experience and a strong desire to connect cutting-edge research with current public policy challenges – search managed by Talent Market

3) Our friends at the Smithsonian’s Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden has asked us to help find a dynamo to fill a crucial Digital Content Producer post and also shared some additional text that better describes the role – $74k-$97k – apply by Jan. 13

4) FINCA Impact Finance is seeking a Communications & Engagement Associate with 3-5 years of experience in communications, event support, and/or outreach work, preferably for a mission-based institution; Spanish, Russian, or French language skills a plus – apply by Jan. 10 to be included in first reviews of resumes

5-7) Unify America has passed along these opportunities – Chicago, IL or remote-based

• Social Media Specialist
• Director of Community
• Director of Software

8) The National Association of Development Organizations is seeking a Communications Manager with 2+ years of related experience & ability to tailor voice & content to various audiences depending on platform.

9) The Fairfax County is seeking a Communications Director to support the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board – $72k-$120k – broad knowledge of public administration & PR as applied to local government operations desired – apply by Jan. 20

10) The Cato Institute is searching for a Project Manager to keep the trains running for Cato's health policy team – 3-5 years of experience in project management & interest in health policy desired – $60k-$70k – search managed by Talent Market

11) 340B Health – Senior Director of Public Relations

12-13) British Embassy

• Policy Advisor, Energy & Climate – $76k – apply by Jan. 18
• Policy & Communications Manager, UK Research & Innovation – $76k – apply by Jan. 24

14) Conservation International – Climate Policy Fellow – can be based in any CI office worldwide, but Arlington, Va. or Mexico City preferred

15) Dept. of Housing & Urban Development – Marketing and Outreach Specialist – $132k-$72k – apply by Jan. 12

16) DLA Piper – Food & Drug Policy Advisor – JD required

17) ExxonMobil – Senior Advocacy Strategy Advisor

18-20) Georgetown University

• Director of Communications supporting the Beeck Center for Social Impact & Innovation
• Director of External Affairs supporting the Institute for Women, Peace & Security
• Communications Manager supporting the Center for Children & Families

21) Robinhood – Director of Communications – DC among office options; remote-based also possible – $176k-$265k

22) Veterans Benefits Administration – Senior Advisor, Enterprise Communications – $135k-$203k – apply by Jan. 13

Best wishes for a great weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.