Thursday, January 30, 2025

Get a Job!

Here's an abundant set to charge up your Thursday-into-the-weekend job hunt.

1) US Against Alzheimer’s is seeking a Chief Advocacy Officer (pdf) with considerable policy expertise & leadership skills, along with 6+ years of experience in healthcare and/or advocacy, including coalition-building and management responsibilities – $185k-$240k – search managed by Koya Partners/Diversified Search Group

2) McKinsey & Company is recruiting for a Data Visualization Editor with 5+ years of experience in data visualization and information design, including digital publishing, preferably for a journalism publication or professional-services firm to support their McKinsey Global Institute arm – $118k-$176k – DC, New York, Boston, Chicago, Atlanta or other major international cities.

3) Edesia Nutrition, a global-scope non-profit producing specialized foods that fight malnutrition, is seeking a Director of Government Affairs with 7+ years of experience in government relations, public policy, or advocacy, ideally in a relevant sector such as public health, nutrition, international development, etc. – see also main career page

4) The Cicero Institute, a free-market nonprofit focusing on reducing bureaucratic overreach & increasing opportunity that moves our economy forward, is seeking a State Government Affairs Manager with 2+ years' experience in state legislative policy/campaign work and a well-honed ability to break down complex public policy topics into easy-to-understand language desired – Austin, TX or remote-based – search managed by Talent Market

5) AARPDirector, Government Affairs – $139k-$155k – family & caregiving focus

6) ABBDirector of US Government Relations & Public Affairs, Electrification – $138k-$231k

7) American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees/Maryland Council 3Communications Specialist (pdf) – $58k-$81k – Baltimore. MD – see also main career page

8-10) Association of International Certified Professional Accountants

11) The AtlanticSenior Editor – $100k-$175k – DC or New York

12-14) Bloomberg Industry Group

15-16) British Embassy

17-18) Children’s Inn at NIH – see also main career page

19-20) City of Alexandria

21-26) CNN

27) EllucianSocial Media Director – Reston, Va. or Malvern, PA

28) FluorGovernmental Affairs Representative – $102k-$184k – see also main career page 

29-30) FTI Consulting

31-38) Georgetown University

39) Human Rights CampaignVice President, Campaigns (scroll to find) – $160k-$201k – see also main career page

40) League of Conservation VotersVice President, GiveGreen – $145k-$107k – apply by Feb. 5

41-42) National Association of REALTORS – more in our Jan. 23 set (see 17-21)

43) National Latina Institute for Reproductive JusticeVirginia Digital Engagement Intern – through Dec. 2025 – part-time; 20 hrs/wk – $20/hr – strong Spanish language skills required – see also main career page

44) National League of CitiesLegislative Research Manager – $70k-$88k

45) New York TimesClimate Policy Reporter – $111k-$140k

46) Ohio Nurses AssociationDirector of Governmental Affairs & Political Advocacy (pdf) – Columbus, OH – see also main career page

47) PBSSenior Director, Corporate & Philanthropic Communications

48-50) Pew Charitable Trusts

51-53) Pew Research Center

54) Sempra EnergyGovernment Affairs Manager – $99k-$148k

55) Wall Street JournalDeputy Bureau Chief, Law – $150k-$170k

56) World Wildlife FundSenior Assistant, Oceans – $45k-$57k

57) … and finally: has the Commanders’ fun & unexpected return to winning got you jazzed for more football? Perhaps a seasonal Game Day Operations Team Member gig with the XFL’s DC Defenders will get you through the Spring – $18-$20/hr

Best wishes for a fantastic weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. Friday's Slumberland Records 35th Anniversary party at Churchkey, featuring Bluejacket & Ocelot beers sounds like a great way to start it out.

Monday, January 27, 2025

Freeze Out

Hello Monday! Even as the local weather gets milder, there's a new chill in the public affairs job-search arena that we recognize at the end of today's listings.

1) Our friends at the Embassy of Canada are seeking a strategic-thinking Senior Officer, Protocol/Events & Advocacy with significant experience managing events of all sizes, formats & complexity levels, from two-person meals to 2,000-person multi-space events – $126k – apply by Feb. 12

2) GoodWeave, a global institution working to end child and forced labor in global supply chains, is seeking a Director of Strategic Partnerships & Advocacy with 7+ years of in a fundraising/leadership role with a foundation/NGO or social enterprise – $105k-$120k – flexible within North America or Western Europe; DC preferred

3) WorkMoney is seeking a Senior Vice President, Administration with a background in partnering with and supporting executives & 15+ years relevant experience including HR and/or operations duties – $225k-$240k – remote-based – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

4) American College of Emergency PhysiciansPublic Relations & Content Manager 

5-7) American Enterprise Institute

8) American Institutes for ResearchManaging Director, Public Affairs – $190k-$225k – see also main career page 

9) American Public Human Services AssociationDirector of Policy & Government Relations – $108k-$148k – see also main career page 

10-12) American University

13) Asian Americans Advancing JusticeAssistant Director of Anti-Asian Hate Program – $90k-$100k

14) Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in PhilanthropyDirector of Communications – $100k-$150k – remote-based – apply by Feb. 14

15) Aspen InstituteMajor & Principal Gifts Coordinator – $57k-$75k

14) Associated PressPhotographer – $52k-$82k – apply by Feb. 4

15) Biocom CaliforniaManager of Federal Advocacy – DC-based

16) Concurrent TechnologiesDrug Demand Reduction Legislative/Public Affairs Specialist – see also main career page

17 ) Enterprise Wireless Alliance Director of Communications & Marketing

18) Environmental Working GroupDigital Copywriter – $50k-$70k

19) Eurasia GroupAssociate Director of Communications – $70k-$90k – DC, New York or Canada

20-23) George Washington University

24) GiffordsFederal Affairs Director – $151k-$170k – gun violence advocacy group led by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords

25) Girl Scouts Nation's CapitalDirector of Marketing & Communications – $110k-$140k – see also main career page 

26) Hearth, Patio & Barbecue AssociationState Energy Policy Manager – $65k-$80k

27-29) Inseparable – mental health & substance use care advocacy group – see also main career page

30) Mackinac Center for Public PolicyDirector of Communications – Midland, MI – search managed by Talent Market

31-32) National Alliance on Mental Illness

33) National Association of Counties Director, Digital Communications – $120k-$125k

34-35) National Council of Jewish Women

36) National Minority Supplier Development CouncilSenior Director of Public Policy & Government Affairs – see also main career page 

37) Novo Nordisk Director of Public Affairs, Tax/Trade & Intellectual Property – $200k-$259k – DC or Plainfield, NJ

38-41) Plastics Industry Association (scroll to find)

42) Prevent BlindnessManager, Government Affairs & Advocacy (scroll to find) – $81k-$86k – apply by Feb. 21

43) Salvation ArmyNational Advisory Organizations & Volunteer Development Manager (scroll to find)

44) Senior Care Pharmacy CoalitionVice President (pdf) – government affairs & communications focus – see also main career page

45-47 ) United Way

48) … and finally: the language on the Jan. 20 Hiring Freeze decree from the new Administration seems pretty clear in positing that that no Federal civilian position that is vacant at noon on January 20, 2025, may be filled, and no new position may be created except as otherwise provided for in this memorandum or other applicable law. We have zero idea when/if this injunction will eventually lead to removal of listings on USAJOBS.gov like this probably terrific Lead, Public Affairs Specialist role with the Library of Congress – $142k-$185k – apply by Feb. 17.

Perhaps you can learn more at the USAJOBS Virtual Federal Application Workshop set for Feb. 13, which offers insight into the federal application process, covering topics like resumes, veterans preference, veteran and military spouse hiring authorities, networking, and more.

Thursday, January 23, 2025

Trust, Dynamics, Health & Banking

How long can we we stick to a fairly consistent Monday & Thursday posting regimen? Tune in next Monday find out. In the meantime, enjoy the jobs & internships.

1) The 104-years-young Phillips Collection is seeking a Director of Foundation & Government Affairs to steward & grow a pipeline of current & prospective institutional donors – 5-7+ years of advancement experience & proven success in a not-for-profit environment desired, preferably in the arts and culture sector – $87k-$95k – see also main career page 

2) American Farmland Trust National Policy Director – $120k-$140k – see also main career page

3-4) Association of American Railroads

5) Association of Public Health LaboratoriesDirector, Engagement & Development – $155k-$170k – remote-based in DC-area

6) British EmbassyPolicy Advisor, Energy & Climate – $85k – Boston, MA – apply by Feb. 9

7) General Dynamics ITCommunications Specialist supporting an Intelligence Community client; we think it’s this one – $85k-$115k

8) Georgetown UniversityResearch Assistant supporting the Center on Health Insurance Reform – $41k-$65k

9) Howard Hughes Medical InstituteMarketing & Communications Intern – $17-$24/hr

10-11) Johns Hopkins Medicine – Baltimore. MD

12) Johnson ControlsGovernment Relations Manager – $96k-$145k

13-14) Meta

15-16) National Academies of Sciences, Engineering & Medicine

17-21) National Association of REALTORS

22-24) POLITICO

25) Public Health InstituteSenior Policy Advisor – $137k-$205k – see also main career page 

26-28) Roosevelt Institute

29-30) Salt River Project

31) Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp.Executive Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy – $205k-$275k

32) U.S. Travel AssociationCampaigns Manager – $70k-$90k

33) ValeroFederal Affairs Specialist – see also main career page 

34-35) Voto Latino

36-39) Washington Post

40) … and finally: we don’t usually feature purely academic positions here, but this Professor of Practice, Leadership & Public Policy at the University of Virginia’s top-notch Batten School of Leadership & Public Policy is looking for a candidate with a distinguished record of public service & leadership related to Congressional and/or state legislative politics that we know is out there somewhere in the DCPA+CJ readership – non-tenure track – typical appointment is 3 years w/ possible renewal – Aug. 2025 start date preferred – $150k-$240k – Charlottesville, Va. – search managed by JDG Associates 

41) … and finally, part 2: after this Arctic week in DC & much of the lower 48, this probably-already-great Executive Director (pdf) role helming the YWCA of Kaua‘i seems even sweeter – Līhuʻe, HI – search managed by Inkinen Executive Search – see also main career page – and good luck getting them to fly you out for a sit-down interview.

Best wishes for yet another winning weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

Friday, January 17, 2025

Here Are Your Jobs!

Sunday update: We'll be back again on Thursday, Jan. 23 – hopefully to get reset to a regular Monday & Thursday posting schedule, for the most part. We'll drop in any new direct-to-us tips we get here in the meantime. 

Hello Friday job-search-and-browse enthusiasts! We're stumped for a clever title and we hope one of these takes the chill off of your day. And that's about it.

1) Reservoir Communications Group is seeking a Vice President, Health Policy & Access to lead reputation, positioning, messaging, advocacy and alliance development projects for corporate, trade association & nonprofit clients – 10+ years of relevant experience in PR or related fields; background as a daily client lead for integrated communications campaigns/projects also desired – $135k-$165k

2) Lautman Maska Neill & Company has passed long this Senior Digital Writer (scroll to find) role suited for candidates with 4-5 years’ experience writing; ideally direct response writing – $70k-$75k

3-5) Law & policy stalwart Arnold & Porter has just shared these opportunities with us:

  • Policy Advisor – $145k-$200k – experience working on tax, trade, technology, and/or energy policy matters is preferred.
  • Senior Policy Specialist – $90k-$140k – focus on policy issues supporting the trade & technology lobbying teams
  • Rankings & Awards Specialist – $75k-$110k – looking for a skilled communicator with a strong ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, engaging narratives that tell a compelling story.

6) The National Education Association is seeking a Senior Director of Human Resources with 10+ years of experience as Director of HR or an equivalent senior-level position – $225k-$255k – search managed Grossman Solutions 

7) The Land Trust Alliance is seeking a Government Relations Intern to join the team from late-Feb. into early July 2025 – $17/hr – supporting logistics & recruitment for their May legislative fly-in/Advocacy Days will be a major part of your work – preference for DC-areas candidates – apply by Jan. 24

8) American Electric PowerManaging Director, Government Affairs – $183k-$237k – apply by Jan. 26

9) American UniversityCommunications & Social Media Coordinator supporting the Antiracist Research & Policy Center – part-time – through May 2025 - $25-$30/hr

10) Arnold VenturesDirector of Health Care

11) Association of Equipment ManufacturersDirector of Public Affairs

12) Congressional Research ServiceHealth Policy Analyst – $120k-$156k – Medicare focus – apply by Feb. 18

13) Council on Criminal JusticeDirector of Communications – $120k-$140k

14) Culmen InternationalCommunications Specialist supporting the National Intrepid Center of Excellence

15) DC Office of Contracting and ProcurementLegislative Affairs Specialist – $80k-$103k – apply by Jan. 29

16-17) General Motors

18-19) Georgetown University
20) Global ImpactSenior Manager, Marketing & Communications – $80k-$90k

21-22) House Majority PAC

23) HumanaDirector, Federal Affairs – $184k-$254k

24) Jesuit Refugee ServiceMedia Relations Officer – $60k-$75k – see also main career page 

25) KraftHeinzSenior PAC Manager – $118k-$148k

26) Lockheed MartinSenior Manager, Global Media & Strategy – $121k-$232k

27) McKessonPAC Coordinator – $71k-$119k – DC; Richmond, Va; Atlanta, GA; Columbus, OH or Irving, TX

28) McLean Bible ChurchDirector of Communications 

29-30) Merit America – remote-based – see also main career page

31-34) Ocean Conservancy

35-36) Smithsonian Institution

37-38) Opportunities via Talent Market

39) Toyota Senior Analyst, East Coast Communications – $97k-$159k

40-41) United Food & Commercial Workers

42) U.S. Capitol Historical SocietyDevelopment & Communications Manager (pdf) – $52k-$58k – apply by Jan. 24

Best wishes for another winning weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Avid, Public, Humane & Solar

1) Avid Systems is looking for a Public Affairs Specialist to support their DC Public Service Commission client – $75k-$85k – strong writing skills & 3-5 years of experience in communications or public affairs desired; focus on digital communication strategies preferred.

2-5) The Brookings Institution has let us know they are actively recruiting for these, a couple of which we noted in previous editions:  

6) Alexandria City Fire DepartmentSenior Public Information Officer – $69k-$121k – apply by Jan. 23

7-8) American Public Power Association

9) Architect of the CapitolAudiovisual Aide/Intern – Summer 2025 – $17/hr – apply by Feb. 3

10) BMWManager, Government & External Affairs – $108k-$201k

11-12) British Embassy

13-14) College of American Pathologists – see also main career page

15) Conference of State Bank SupervisorsPolicy Writer

16-19) Defenders of Wildlife – DC or Denver, CO

20) Dept. of EducationCommunications Program Specialist supporting the Institute of Education Sciences – $104k-$156k – apply by Jan. 21; subject to early closure

21) Dept. of Veterans AffairsWriter/Editor supporting the Office of the Inspector General – $105k-$156k – apply by Jan. 21; subject to early closure

22) Humane Rescue AllianceChief Development Officer – $180k-$200k – DC or Madison, NJ – search managed by LeaderFit

23) Inter-American FoundationCongressional & Legislative Affairs Specialist – $84k-$156k – bilingual w/ Spanish required – apply by Jan 19

24) Library of Congress/ Congressional Research ServicePublic Affairs Specialist – $69k-$90k – apply by Jan. 24

25-26) Montgomery County Council

27) Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association/George Washington’s Mount VernonSenior Major Gifts Officer

28-30) Nature Conservancy

31) Northern Virginia Conservation TrustIntern (pdf) – Summer 2025 – $15/hr – apply by Feb. 1 – see also main career page

32) Partnership for Public ServiceInternships – Summer 2025 – applications open on Jan. 27

33-38) Solar Energy Industries Association

39-41) Stateside Associates

42) Stars & StripesCopy Editor – $55k-$60k – apply by Jan. 21

43) U.S. Chamber of CommerceVice President, Public Affairs & Advocacy – $202k-$250k

44-46) Wolf Trap Foundation for The Performing Arts

Friday, January 10, 2025

Frosty Fr!day

Hello Friday job-searchers! Fight (or at least briefly forget) the chill by applying for one of these. Guaranteed to work, unless your heat's been turned off – which would be all the more reason to amp up your search.

1) The Clean Grid Alliance seeks a Vice President, Strategic Communications with 12-15 years of experience in corporate communications or public relations with a deep understanding of the energy industry and the political landscape – $140k – remote-based in Midwest region; ideally in Minneapolis, Chicago, Des Moines or Indianapolis – search managed by DRiWaterstone

2) The Pew Charitable Trusts is recruiting for a Principal Creative Associate to collaborate on a mix of photojournalistic and multimedia fieldwork, studio production, and photo/video editing and shooting responsibilities – 6+ years’ related experience sought – $101k-$113k

3-4) Fresh opportunities with America Votes – searches managed by our friends at Grossman Solutions

  • General Counsel – $155k-$165k – 6+ years’ experience in election law, nonprofit law, or a related field, with expertise in political action and advocacy for progressive causes required, as is a JD degree
  • Senior Director of Finance – $120k-$130k – 8+ years’ relevant experience desired, including work with 501(c)(4) and 527 organizations.

5) The California Health Care Foundation is in search mode for a Director of Engagement with 10+ years of experience in digital communications & expertise in website management, email marketing, analytics, and CRM systems – $186k-$280k – Oakland, CA – search managed by Chaloner

6) American Cancer SocietyDirector, Federal Relations/Appropriations – $135k-$165k

7-8) American Dental Association

9-11) Atlantic Council of the U.S. – see also main career page

12-13) Breakthrough T1D – fka JDRF/Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation – see also main career page

14) Casey TreesCommunications & Marketing Manager – $90k-$105k

15) CSCSenior Communications Specialist – remote-based

16) DDC Public AffairsDigital Account Coordinator

17) Eno Center for TransportationPolicy Director – $130k-$160k

18) General Dynamics ITCommunications Specialist – $111k-$151k

19) Georgetown UniversityManaging Director of Research & Policy supporting the Center on Poverty & Inequality – $80k-$150k

20) Grantmakers for Effective OrganizationsDirector of Communications – $120k-$140k

21) Healthcare Distribution AllianceManager of Communications & Marketing – search managed by Cessna & Associates

22) HoneywellSenior Director of Government Relations, Navy & Marine Corps Programs 

23) Institute for College Access & SuccessSenior Advisor – $155k-$170k – apply by Jan 13

24) Inter-American FoundationManaging Director of External & Government Affairs – $167k-$195k – bilingual w/ Spanish required – apply by Jan. 16

25) Jewish Federations of North AmericaPolicy Associate, Strategic Health Resource Center – $65k-$75k

26-30) The Lever – remote-based positions

31-32) National Alliance to End Homelessness

33) National Building MuseumVice President of External Affairs & Development – $140k-$150k

34-35) ONE Campaign

36) OracleManager, Political Programs – $45k-$89k

37) Patriotic MillionairesCommunications Director (scroll to find) – $105k-$120k – apply by Jan. 19

38-39) RV Industry Association

40) Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of AmericaCommunications & Publications Coordinator 

41) Thomas Jefferson University/Jefferson HealthVice President, Government Affairs – Philadelphia, PA

42) Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityDigital Content Manager – apply by Jan. 19

43) Washington PostEditorial Director supporting WP Intelligence – $161k-$299k

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

Monday, January 6, 2025

Here We Go!

Hello Monday! New year, new Congress, new (and old) Presidential administration arriving shortly – and maybe a new job for you. Here's to a great 2025 for all!

1) The Tech Coalition has let us know they are actively recruiting for this Public Affairs & Events Manager opportunity suited to candidates with 5+ years of experience in public affairs, event management, or multi-stakeholder engagement; background in tech, government, nonprofit, or child protection sectors preferred – $90k-$100k

2-9) Management & social sciences consulting firm Manhattan Strategy Group has shared this Media Relations Lead role that requires 8+ years’ experience working in media relations & background working with online, broadcast & print channels; understanding of education trends also valued; described to us as fully-remote – we have confirmed these other posts are also available & they appear to be remote except as otherwise noted – see also main career page

10-12) The American Flood Coalition is seeking an Associate Communications Director with 7+ years of experience in communications, public relations, editorial strategy, or journalism, including at least one year with management duties – $95k-$120k – along with other available roles:

13) The ACLU is recruiting for a VMS Community Manager (we think VMS = Volunteer Management System) with a vision for how community collaborations & strategic support, coupled with resources/tools/products, provide decisive edges in the campaign field – previous experience using EveryAction & NGPVAN a must – $132k – DC or New York

14-15) APCO Worldwide – see also main career page

16) Associated PressDigital Audio & Radio Reporter/Anchor – $52k-$82k – apply by Jan. 10

17) Axiologic SolutionsCommunications Specialist – Secret clearance required – see also main career page

18-19) Axios – see also main career page

20-21) Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute – see also main career page

22) Dept. of JusticePublic Affairs Specialist – $101k-$131k – apply by Jan. 9

23) Edison Electric InstituteDirector, Executive & Strategic Communications – $140k-$160k

24) Fairfax County Dept. of TransportationLegislative Liaison – $77k-$129k – apply by Jan. 17

25) Food & Drug AdministrationSupervisory Health Communications Officer supporting the Center for Tobacco Products – $163k-$191k – apply by Jan. 7

26-28) George Mason University

29-30) Girls Inc.

31) GreenpeaceSenior Director of Communications – $144k-$175k – one-year contract – DC, New York or California-based preferred

32) HoneywellPublic Affairs Manager – $110k-$120k

33-34) International Union for the Conservation of Nature

35-36) Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

37-38) Lyft

39-40) National Endowment for Democracy

41) New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to ChildrenSenior Director of Development & Communications (pdf) – $170k-$185k – New York – search managed by Freeman Philanthropic Services

42) NOAA/National Marine Fisheries ServiceCommunications Specialist – $82k-$128k – apply by Jan. 10

43) Northern Virginia MagazineInterns, Summer 2025 – apply by Mar. 15

44) PBSContent & Social Marketing Manager

45) Phillips CollectionAssistant Major Gifts Officer – $62k-$65k – apply by Jan. 15

46-48) Ripple Effect Communications – see also main career page

49) S&P GlobalHead of Communications for S&P Dow Jones Indices – $121k-$213k – DC; New York; Boston, MA or Chicago, IL

50-51) Semafor

52) Smithsonian InstitutionEditor, National Museum of Asian Art – $69k-$77k – apply by Jan. 17; subject to early closure

53) Thermo Fisher ScientificExecutive Assistant for Government Relations & Corporate Social Responsibility – $42-$50/hr

54) University of Maryland Global CampusAssistant Director of Communications, Office of Institutional Advancement – $72k-$82k

55) YMCA of Metro WashingtonChief Development Officer – $225k-$250k