Friday, February 24, 2023

Enjoy Responsibly

Hello Fr!day job-seekers!  Have at 'em!

1) The U.S. Agency for International Development is seeking a Digital Outreach & Social Media Specialist to support their Bureau for Europe & Eurasia (DC-based) – strong social media skills & experience required – $78k-$102k – apply by Mar. 16

2) Earthjustice is recruiting for a Senior Litigation Assistant to support their Clean Energy Program – 2+ years of paralegal or legal assistant experience in a litigation setting desired – $70k-$87k – DC, New York, Denver, Los Angeles or San Francisco – apply by Mar. 5

3-10) So many cool opportunities available on DC & elsewhere with our friends at the British Embassy:

11) World Wildlife Fund Senior Assistant supporting the Earth for Life initiative – 5+ years of experience in an admin role desired; Spanish language skills a plus

12) American Association of State Highway and Transportation OfficialsCommunications Manager – apply by Mar. 10

13-14) American Forests

15) American Society of Consultant PharmacistsSenior Director of Communications (scroll to job opportunities & expand)

16) The AtlanticStaff Writer for The Daily – $60k-$70k – DC or New York

17-19) Center for American Progress

20) Edison Electric InstitutePublic Affairs Intern and External Affairs Intern – May-Aug. 2023 – $17-$20/hr

21) Environment AmericaFederal Clean Water Advocate

22) Defenders of WildlifeSenior Vice President for External Affairs – $228k-$252k – search managed by Explore Company

23) Emergent BioSolutionsDirector, Public Affairs – see also main career page

24) Fairfax County Neighborhood & Community ServicesCommunications Specialist – $72k-$120k -- apply by Mar. 3

25) Federation of American ScientistsCommunications Manager – 75k-$90k

26-27) Georgetown University

28-35) Heritage Foundation

36) Institute for Humane StudiesContent Creation Manager

37-40) MoveOn.org - remote-based

41) National Rural Electric Cooperative AssociationInterns (search intern job type) – communications & government relations specialties included – late-May to mid-Aug. 2023 – $20/hr

42) Network of Enlightened WomenCommunications Director – remote-based – search managed by Talent Market

43) NuScale Power Senior Communications Specialist, Financial & Corporate Affairs – $75k-$118k – remote-based; they have an office in Rockville – see also main career page

44) Prince George’s Community College - Senior Writer/Editor supporting the College president – $66k-$72k – apply by Mar. 17

45) Radio Free AsiaCommunications Manager

46-49) Southern Poverty Law Center – see also main career page

50) Strategic Operational SolutionsStrategic Communications Writer – see also main career page

51) ... and finally, just few days after what’s known as Presidents Day in some quarters, as well as the 16th President’s birthday (Feb. 12, 1809), we note this part-time Museum Program Associate post at President Lincoln’s Cottage in Northwest DC – $16/hr – apply by Mar. 6 (birthday of Michelangelo & Shaq)

Mark your calendars for the DC Beer Fest at Nationals Park; afternoon & evening sessions available on Saturday, April 8 – great selection of brewers includes local mainstays & terrific out-of-towners.

Best wishes for a lovely weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

Monday, February 20, 2023

Happy [variable] Day!

The smart folks with the Arlington Public Library remind us that the Federal & DC governments mark the day as Washington's Birthday, while Virginia goes with George Washington Day, and Maryland says it's President's Day.  We'll add "... & job-search Monday" to all of those.

1) The Mortgage Bankers Association is seeking a Director, State Government Affairs with 5 years prior relevant state or federal legislative experience; graduate degree/JD preferred

2) The National Association of Community Health Centers is seeking a Senior Vice President of Communications & Events with 7+ years of communications or marketing experience that includes responsibility for supervising & managing teams & budgets – search managed by DRiWaterstone

3-5) Opportunities to be a part of the Sunwater Institute’s work strengthening the foundations of democracy through interdisciplinary science, technology, open dialogue, and a long-view approach:

6) Prince William County Public Schools is recruiting for an Information Specialist focusing on social media – $56k-$86k – creativity, accuracy, and a commitment to teamwork are musts – Manassas, Va. – deadline recently extended to Mar. 8

7) The Constitutional Accountability Center is seeking a Counsel who will have dual responsibilities in litigation & communication work - $80k-$90k – outstanding research & writing skills, knowledge on SCOTUS & lower federal courts, and experience with communications/media relations desired.

8) Political reform group Unify America is seeking a part-time Contract Controller to manage accounting & audit processes – $75-$85/hr – 8+ years of experience providing financial guidance for nonprofits required; CPA preferred – remote-based

9-12) Per the comments, we bring you opportunities with the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication in New Haven, CT (scroll to find)

13) American Nurses AssociationGovernment Affairs Director – $144k-$175k – see also main career page

14-15) APCO Worldwide

16-17) Children’s Defense Fund – Los Angeles, CA

18-20) Children’s National Medical Center

21) Child TrendsResearch Communications Assistant/Senior Assistant – $52k-$60k – see also main career page

22-33) George Mason University

34-37) George Washington University

38-44) Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD except as otherwise noted

45) Uber Senior Associate, U.S. Federal Affairs

46-50) United Nations Foundation

51-52) U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Monday, February 13, 2023

League, Link, Fund & Corp.

Hello Monday! Been away tooooooo long. We'll try not to make it a habit.

As is usually the case when we've taken off for more than a couple days, we have an ample selection of terrific direct-to-us-submissions to share.

1) Unify America is recruiting for a Vice President of Growth & Development with 6-10 years of demonstrable experience with successful non-profit fundraising & superpower-level relationship-building & -maintaining skills – $100k-$135k

2) The Izaak Walton League of America, which jump-started the modern environmental movement 100 years ago, is seeking a Grassroots Advocacy Manager (pdf) with at least 3-5 years of grassroots advocacy experience & knowledge of federal legislative, appropriations, and rulemaking processes – $60k-$65k – we’re told IWLA will be interviewing candidates beyond the deadline currently noted in the link.

3-6) The policy & legislative info savants at Bloomberg Government have passed along some opportunities that fit the mold here – see also main career page

7) Groundwork Collaborative is seeking a Digital Manager/Senior Digital Manager who is on top of social media+tech trends and how to leverage them to expand reach, and can translate complex information and data into compelling social content – $66k-$79k

8-9) Bonsai Leadership Group is leading searches for:

  • Alaska Wilderness LeagueGovernment Affairs Director – $85k-$100k – 5+ years’ experience leading high-level, national advocacy campaigns desired – DC-based
  • Western Conservation FoundationCalifornia Program Manager – $90k-$105k –5-10 years’ experience in strategy development, project management & external relations desired – home-based in California w/ significant travel

10) Racial and economic equity advocate PolicyLink is seeking a Director of Communications with proven strategic & advocacy communications experience and a passion for storytelling, narrative shift & racial justice – $110k-$130k – remote-based – search managed by Chaloner

11) Everytown for Gun Safety is seeking an Operations Manager with 5+ years of relevant experience, detail-oriented mind-set in communication, review of paperwork, and creation of systems, and ability to manage budgets, events, logistics, and the like – $75k-$85k – apply by Feb. 17
 
12) The Nonhuman Rights Project is seeking a Digital Coordinator with 2+ years of relevant experience that demonstrates strong knowledge of current trends related to online fundraising, social media, and digital acquisition; non-profit/advocacy background a plus – $55k-$60k – remote-based.

13) The University of Maryland College Park seeks a highly motivated, organized, and detailed-oriented professional as Assistant to the Vice President (of University Relations) – low $80k-uper $90k – 7+ years of professional administrative experience required – apply by Feb. 20

14) America Votes is seeking a Lansing or Detroit-based State Director, Michigan with 7+ years of electoral & advocacy campaign experience, including efforts in a midwestern or similarly positioned state & at least two cycles managing senior staff & campaign operations – $95k-$110k – search managed by Grossman Solutions

15-18) The World Wildlife Fund has passed along this Freshwater & Food Communications Specialist post suited for aspirants with 4+ years relevant communications and/or marketing experience; facility with Adobe Creative Suite preferred – other recently added WWF opportunities include:

19) Pew Charitable TrustsSenior Associate, Digital Strategy – 4+ years’ experience in developing integrated digital strategy & campaign execution sought

20-22) 300 Brand

23-26) American University

27-29) British Embassy

30) City of Alexandria Climate Action Public Affairs & Engagement Specialist – $66k-$116k – apply by Feb. 26

31) DC Dept. pf Behavioral HealthDirector of Communications – $114k-$160k – first screening date Feb. 18; job closes Mar. 10

32) Dept. of Labor/Office of Federal Contract Compliance ProgramsSpecial Assistant, Communications – $136k-$183k – apply by Feb. 17

33-35) Foundation for Defense of Democracies – see also main career page

36) Gap SolutionsCommunications Project Manager supporting the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NIH)

37-40) The Lever (scroll to find) – remote based opportunities

41-45) National Association of Realtors

46) National Association of Rare DisordersAssociate Director, Communications & PR – see also main career page

47) National Domestic Violence HotlinePolicy Director – $105k-$115k – remote-based in DC area

48) National Oceanic & Atmospheric AdministrationCommunications Specialist – $78k-$172k – apply by Feb. 22

49) Scenic AmericaCommunications Director – apply by Mar. 15

50-55) Smithsonian Institution (scroll to find)

56-60) Washington Post

61) Whirlpool Corp.Government Relations Manager

Wednesday, February 1, 2023

40 to Start Your February

Update: sorry for skipping this week!  Just too busy. Be back Monday, Feb. 13.

1) American Oversight is looking for a curious & diligent Researcher to join their work exposing government misconduct and abuses of power – $56k-$64k – great news sense, a strong sense of mission, and an ability to quickly and cleanly parse large amounts of information desired.

2) The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is seeking a Social Media Specialist (pdf) with 2-3 years of experience planning and creating original digital/social content, preferably related to science or in the edutainment space – $64k-$84k – apply by Feb. 14

3) Our pals at the National Building Museum are seeking a Digital Marketing Manager with 3+ years of experience in digital marketing, as well as facility with content management & constituent relations platforms – see also main career page

4-5) Here’s two searches helmed by Chaloner:

  • Immigration HubSenior Communications Manager – proven track record in communications or external relations with background in a rapid response environment desired, such as in political work, progressive advocacy, or campaign environments.
  • Chronicle of PhilanthropyEditor in Chief – 10+ years of reporting & editing experience that includes at lead 5 years of proven success in leading an exceptional journalism organization – fully remote-based

6-7) Fresh opportunities with Every Town for Gun Safety:

8) This Senior Communications Manager, Policy &Advocacy role leads the development and execution of communications strategies that advance ZERO TO THREE’s infant-toddler policy agenda and raise the overall visibility of the organization – 10+ years relevant experience desired; background in advocacy communications, government or on Capitol Hill strongly preferred.

9) Americans for a Clean Energy GridLegislative Director – search managed by DriWaterstone

10) Alliance to Save EnergyDirector, Policy – $70k-$100k

11) American Association for Cancer ResearchGovernment Relations Manager

12-17) American Association of Cardiology

18) Child Trends Research Communications Assistant/Senior RC Assistant – $52k-$60k – see also main career page

19) City of AlexandriaVisual Content Specialist – $66k-$116k – apply by Feb. 14

20) CNA Director of Communications – see also main career page

21) Council on Foreign RelationsSenior Writer/Editor – $65k-$75k – Asia/Pacific focus

22) Environmental Protection AgencyPublic Affairs Specialist, Congressional/Press – $114k-$158k – apply by Feb. 6

23-24) Epilepsy Foundation

25) Dept. of EnergyLegislative Affairs Specialist – $112k-$172k – apply by Feb. 10

26) Fairfax County Community Services BoardWeb Editor/Communications Specialist – $62k-$104k – apply by Feb. 10

27) Florida State UniversityDirector of Federal Relations, Research – DC-based

28) Georgetown UniversityDigital Content Producer & Web Editor

29-30) Guidehouse

31) ICF NextSenior Public Relations/Media Relations Specialist

32) IlluminatePublic Affairs & Outreach Specialist

33) Montgomery CountyCommunications & Outreach Manager (search keyword IRC56997) – $78k-$113k – apply by Feb. 3

34-35) National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine

36) Polaris Communications Manager – see also main career page

37) Prince Georges County CouncilSenior Director of Public Relations & Communications – $101k-$211k – apply by Feb. 13

38) State Dept.Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $132k-$172k – apply by Feb. 6

39) TeslaPublic Policy Intern – Summer 2023 – DC or Palo Alto, CA

40) T-MobilePublic Affairs Manager