Sunday, April 8, 2018

Reprised

Here's your Sunday selection of previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.

DC Criminal Justice Coordinating CouncilPublic Affairs Specialist – $81k-$104k – Apr. 11

League of Conservation Voters
British Embassy Office Manager supporting the National Crime Agency – $24/hr – Apr. 12

DoJ/Executive Office for Immigration Review
Assistant Director for Policy – $126k-$189k – Apr. 12

Library of CongressCongressional Relations Specialist – $114k-$164k – Apr. 12

Nature Conservancy
Chesapeake Bay Foundation Making History Campaign Director supporting implementation of the Chesapeake Clean Water Blueprint – Annapolis, MD – Apr. 13

Dept. of the InteriorSupervisory Writer/Editor – $134k-$164k – Apr. 13

Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee
Fairfax CountyCommunications Director/Admin Aide supporting the Board of Supervisors' Lee District Office – $50k-$70k – Apr. 13

United Way Vice President, CommunicationsApr. 14

International Fund for Agricultural Development (scroll to find)
SumOfUsCommunications DirectorApr. 15

Friday, April 6, 2018

Back in Business and Into the Weekend

Hello Friday!  We are back in full operating condition; whatever flu-ish stuff that announced itself to us mid-week never really took hold.  Thanks for the assortment of good wishes received, and enjoy the jobs – a bunch of great direct-to-us listings (first six employers) lead off today's set

Third Way, a national think tank that champions modern center-left ideas, is actively recruiting for a Writer & Editorial Advisor to develop and edit talking points, speeches, memos, blog posts & other communications materials; campaign or Capitol Hill experience strongly desired.

The Alaska Wilderness League is seeking an Annual Giving Manager who can this individual plan & implement a donor-centric annual giving program and provide staff support to board and high-level volunteers to maximize their impact; familiarity w/ Raiser’s Edge preferred

M+R is looking to bring aboard new staff to join their work on immigration, climate change, reproductive rights, public health, human rights, justice reform, and education issues – these posts can be based in DC, New York, Los Angeles or Oakland CA:
SageWater, a company specializing in restoring/replacing apartment, condo & commercial piping systems, is looking for a Digital Marketing Manager with 3-7 years of experience that demonstrates skills related to SEO/SEM, marketing automation systems & Adobe design software.

The League of Conservation Voters has just passed these along:
The American Council of Trustees & Alumni, a group promoting academic freedom & accountability in higher education, is seeking a Program Officer for Trustee & Government Affairs for a range of communications, outreach & research-related duties.

Atlantic Media
Society for Nuclear MedicineSenior Communications Manager – minimum 5-7 years of experience in communications & writing desired.

Center for American Progress
Rainforest Alliance Communications Specialist supporting the Accountability Framework initiative – 3-5 years of related experience & skills in media relations required – DC or New York

American University – opportunities with WAMU 88.5 FM, except as otherwise noted:
Grant ThorntonPublic Policy Legislative Communications & Marketing Manager – 5+ years of experience working in public relations, communications, public affairs or media relations required, including at least 3 years’ Capitol Hill experience.

Pew Charitable Trusts
Heritage FoundationGraphic Designer – 2-4 years of experience in graphic or visual design required, along with a solid understanding of print production.

Dept. of the InteriorSupervisory Writer/Editor – $134k-$164k – apply by Apr. 13

Children’s National Health System
National Active & Retired Federal Employees AssociationPolitical Associate – 3+ years of experience in government relations, public policy, campaigns, or on Capitol Hill desired.

Brookings Institution
Food & Drug AdministrationSupervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $134k-$165k – apply by Apr. 17

Best wishes for a just-terrific weekend – or at least one that avoids a Sergio-level implosion – from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

Wednesday, April 4, 2018

Flu 1 – Us 1

We're in what we believe to be the early stages of a bout of flu or something similar (we got the shot in January), and we'd like to think we're battling whatever pernicious bug we have to a stalemate... for now.  Enjoy the abbreviated set and we'll keep you posted (in other words, get ready for some serious whining on our part if this gets worse).  See you Friday, we hope.

1) Our friends at the Partnership for Public Service have passed along this fresh Marketing Associate opportunity – experience creating and editing content for multiple channels & audiences preferred, as well as facility with Mailchimp & Salesforce applications – see also main career page

2-4) Public affairs & advocacy cabal STG has shared multiple opportunities with us (scroll to find):
5) The Public Affairs Council is seeking a Government Relations & Stakeholder Engagement Manager with 3+ years’ government relations experience & a keen understanding of policy-making & regulatory processes at local, state & federal levels – apply by Apr. 23 and don’t forget to check out their own robust job board in the public affairs/advocacy space.

6) The Alliance for Regenerative Medicine has shared this Committee & Executive Coordinator post suited for candidates with 3-5 years of experience in an admin environment with specific experience in scheduling & managing calendars, as well as keeping meeting minutes; background in science, biology, healthcare or biotech a plus.

7) The Becket FundDigital Strategist – search managed by Talent Market

8-10) Capitol Hill
11)DC Public SchoolsDirector/Press Secretary – $100k-$113k

12-13) Georgetown University
14) Mystery employerCommunications Director – $120k-$135k – search managed by the Creative Group

15) National Association of RealtorsMedia RelationsRepresentative, Economic Issues

16) National Bureau of Asian ResearchDirector of Board & Corporate Relations – Seattle, WA – apply by Apr. 30

17-18) Nature Conservancy
19-20) University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.

Monday, April 2, 2018

Here's Your Monday Set

Hello Monday job-seekers and -browsers!  Please note that we'll be on an M-W-F publishing schedule this week and don't forget this good-sized run of previously noted opportunities closing this week.

Growth Energy has shared this call for a Communications Associate with up to 5 years’ communications experience that includes work in digital communications advocacy and social media to advance public affairs objectives.

Children’s nutrition mainstay Share Our Strength is looking for a Senior Digital Product Manager with 5+ years of relevant experience that includes management experience for web teams/projects & an understanding of the technical aspects of digital products.
 
Edison Electric InstituteDirector, Executive Communications & Content Strategy – 10+ years of experience in the communications, PR, journalism field, or press-related experience on Capitol Hill or in a trade association or other relevant setting desired.

Edelman PR Assistant Producer – basic understanding of the creative process as it pertains to a digital environment & excellent writing & editing skills required; facility with design software, esp. Photoshop & Illustrator, is preferred.

Prosperity International – see also main career page
Catholic Charities/Diocese of ArlingtonDeputy Director of Communications – 5-10 years of communications experience and a solid understanding of the role of communications in the Church desired.

Northern Virginia Community Trust Communications Coordinator – 5+ years of marketing & communications experience required, including significant social media content management work – apply by Apr. 20

People for the American Way
American Hospital AssociationWriter/Communications Specialist – 3+ years of professional writing experience required; facility with electronic newsletters & background in healthcare or political environment preferred.

Mystery DC-based think tankDevelopment Assistant – temporary/contract post – $16-$18/hr – 2+ years of professional admin experience required – search managed by Beacon Hill Staffing

Chesapeake Bay Foundation
Mystery employerDigital Content Writer – freelance status – up to $37/hr – focus on energy-related content – potential to work remotely – search managed by Creative Circle

Fairfax CountyCommunications Director/Admin Aide supporting the Board of Supervisors' Lee District Office – $50k-$70k – apply by Apr. 13

American Enterprise Institute
Hill+Knowlton StrategiesAccount Supervisor, Change & Internal Communications – 7-8 years of relevant professional experience required; agency background preferred.

DC Dept. of HealthPublic Affairs Specialist – $98k-$127k – 5-8 years public information, communication, public relations or media experience required – apply by Apr. 5 

Color of Change
Selective Services SystemPublic Affairs Specialist – $46k-$88k – apply by Apr. 6

Molina HealthcarePolicy Director – 5+ years' in public policy role required, including some work in a managed care or healthcare related field.

McDermott Will & Emery
Medical Device Innovation ConsortiumCommunications & Marketing Director (scroll to find) – 10+ years’ association/non-profit/educational communications experience required; back ground related to medical technology or life sciences preferred.
National Osteoporosis FoundationPR & Marketing Manager – $50k-$55k – organizational, communications & customer service skills are required, as well as a strong knowledge of social and digital platforms.

See you again Wednesday.

Sunday, April 1, 2018

No Really, We Mean It

We wish you a great Easter Sunday – as well as an April Fools' Day that doesn't find you on the wrong end of too much prankiness & tomfoolery.  And enjoy your regular run of previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.

British Embassy

Capitol Hill
George Mason University Associate Director, Grants & Corporate Relations supporting the School of Business – Apr. 2

League of Conservation VotersClean Energy Campaign ManagerApr. 2 

National Association of Federally Impacted Schools Director of CommunicationsApr. 2
 
UNICEFEditor/Copywriter – consultancy – New York – Apr. 2

Veterans of Foreign WarsCommunications, Publications & Public Affairs Specialist (pdf) – $58k – Apr. 2

Nature Conservancy

World Bank Social Media Advertising Consultant, Spring MeetingsApr. 3

Alaska Wilderness League Development CoordinatorApr. 6 

Centers for Disease ControlPublic Affairs Specialist -- $108k-$140k – Atlanta, GA – Apr. 4

Consumer Product Safety Commission Visual Communications Specialist – $81k-$106k – Apr. 4

Council for the Accreditation of Educator PreparationCommunications AssociateApr. 6 

Federal Emergency Management AgencyPublic Affairs Specialist – $68k-$88k – Apr. 6

Food Safety Inspection Service Web Content Manager – $81k-$126k – Apr. 6

Friends of Choice in Urban Schools Manager of Strategic CommunicationsApr. 6

Land Trust Alliance Executive AssistantApr. 6
 
National Geospatial-Intelligence AgencyPublic Affairs Officer – $96k-$148k – Apr. 7 

Friday, March 30, 2018

Wishing You Successful Job Hunting & a Great Weekend

Hello Friday!  Here's to a dry second try for Opening Day!

1) The Alliance to Save Energy has a fresh Stakeholder Relations Associate post suited for candidates with 1-2 years of experience in membership programs, fundraising or external relations, as well as a strong knowledge of Salesforce, or other CRM software – $40k-$45k

2) NJI Media, a self-described boutique creative firm based in Old Town is looking to fill Summer 2018 Social Media & Digital Marketing Intern and Strategy & Client Services Intern posts of the paid variety

3) American Bus Association Communications & Marketing Associate

4-10) American University
11-15) Atlantic Media
16-17) British Embassy
18-20) Brookings Institution
21) Centers for Disease ControlPublic Affairs Specialist -- $108k-$140k – Atlanta, GA – apply by Apr. 4

22-24) Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee
25) Earth Resources Technology, Inc.Environmental Communications & Outreach Specialist supporting the National Marine Fisheries Service

26) Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS FoundationProgram Coordinator, External Affairs

27) Federal Emergency Management AgencyPublic Affairs Specialist – $68k-$88k – apply by Apr. 6

28-30) Georgetown University
31) Heritage FoundationDevelopment Researcher – part-time

32) Medstar/GU HospitalMedia Relations Specialist

33-41) Nature Conservancy
42-43) Northrop Grumman
44) Office of the U.S. Trade RepresentativeWriter/Editor – $45k-$73k – apply by Apr. 1

45-48) Pew Charitable Trusts
49) USAA Federal Government Relations Director

50-51) Veterans of Foreign Wars – see also main career page
53) … and finally: if you’re the kind of person who still looks forward to getting a fully-stocked Easter basket every year, perhaps this Manager, Cocoa Health Science Communications the sweet-stuff-suppliers at Mars. Inc. – 10 years in corporate communications, scientific communications and/or media relations desired.

Best wishes for a lovely weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource, as well as a reverent Good Friday and wonderful Easter for folks who honor those events.  And safe days and chocolate bunnies to all!

Wednesday, March 28, 2018

One More Day...

.... until MLB Opening Day!  You can probably guess what we'll be focusing on at 4 pm tomorrow.

Thursday update: like the originally scheduled Nats opener, we're a washout today.  See you again Friday!

No Labels is looking for a Multimedia Coordinator/Graphic Designer with skills in social media & with applications such as Adobe Photoshop, Canva & Premiere Pro to join their problem-solving-over-politics enterprise.

Catholic UniversityAssociate Vice President for Marketing and Communications (pdf) –  7-10 years of management and leadership experience in higher education marketing & communications or related field desired – apply by May 1

Our friends at the Human Rights Campaign have just passed these along:
The Aerospace Industries Association has let us know they are actively recruiting for this Manager of Membership post suited for candidates with 7 years of relevant experience; background in trade association membership preferred – Summer 2018 Intern posts in a variety of disciplines also available; $500/wk compensation

Rewire.News, a daily online publication focusing on health, rights & justice, is looking to fill these temporary (3-6 month term), full-time opportunities:
Editorial Projects in Education seeks part-time Live & Virtual Events Associate/Intern – $11/hr –strong communications skills and outstanding grasp of Facebook, Twitter & other social media platforms desired.

This very fresh DC-based Director of Policy & Advocacy post with Mercy Corps would have made a great addition to yesterday’s Humanitarian & Relief special edition

Friends of Choice in Urban Schools Manager of Strategic Communications – 4+ years of experience in communications desired, preferably in the nonprofit, government, or education sector – apply by Apr. 6

Capitol Hill
Institute for Higher Education PolicyCommunications Associate – seeking candidates with experience working at an issue-based research, advocacy, or policy organization, or similar setting – Summer 2018 Communications Intern and Research Intern posts also available

A Way Home America, a group working to curb homelessness among young people, seeks Director of Public Policy with 5+ years of experience in legislative and administrative public policy advocacy of homeless/disconnected youth, or in a complementary area – $80k-$90k

This Director of Communications (pdf) opportunity with the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights is new since Monday’s set – 7+ years of relevant experience in press, communications or media sought.

National Consumers League
National Geospatial-Intelligence AgencyPublic Affairs Officer – $96k-$148k – apply by Apr. 7 

Mystery McLean-based hospitality firm seeks Brand Communications Specialist for on a one-year contract basis – 3-5 years’ experience in PR/communications/marketing required – search managed by Profiles.

Mystery organization working to help children meet daily nutritional goalsGovernment Affairs Coordinator – $40k-$45k – preference for candidates with previous experience on Capitol Hill or other regulatory/legislative setting.

SEIU
Congressional Budget OfficeHealth Analyst – $70k-$140k – apply by Apr. 16

University of VirginiaAdministrative Support & Event Planning Assistant supporting the VP/Chief Officer for Diversity & Equity – Charlottesville, Va.

Tuesday, March 27, 2018

Humanitarian & Relief Jobs 18

Your Tuesday special edition revisits one of our favorite subjects: jobs & internships with humanitarian, relief & international development organizations.  Additional program-related and technical opportunities can be found on the career pages with many of these groups, including in-country postings.

Action Against Hunger

Adventist Development & Relief AgencyDigital Communications Specialist

American Jewish World Service
American Near East Refugee AidMedia Relations Officer (scroll to find) – Arabic language skills preferred

American Red Cross
Media Relations Intern – Summer 2018

Americares – Stamford, CT – see also main career page
Amnesty International
AshokaMajor Gifts Officer – see also main career page

Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationSenior Program Officer, Program Advocacy & Communications – TB & HIV focus – Seattle, WA

Bread for the World
Project Manager for Digital Communications

CARE USA
Catholic Relief Services – Baltimore, MD
Center for Civilians in ConflictPolicy & Advocacy Intern – Summer 2018 – apply by Apr. 15

Center for Global Development
ChildFund International
Church World Service
Compassion InternationalRegional Director, Artist Relations – Nashville, TN

Coptic Orphans

Episcopal Relief & Development Communications & Media Relations Manager (pdf) – New York – see also main career page

Evidence Action – opportunities supporting the Deworm the World initiative
FHI 360
Food for the Poor – Coconut Creek, FL
Friends of the Global Fight Against AIDS, Tuberculosis & Malaria Policy & Communications Intern 

Free the SlavesInterns (scroll to find)

Fund for Global Human Rights (scroll to find)
Global Communities Senior Vice President, Programs & Resources

Global Fund for Children
Innovations for Poverty Action
International Campaign for Tibet
International Justice Mission
International Medical CorpsDirector, Global Communications – Los Angeles, CA – see also main career page

International Food Policy Research InstituteGraphic Designer

International Rescue Committee
Islamic Relief USA
Jhpiego Communications Specialist, Social Media – Baltimore, MD

Medical Teams International Manager, Marketing Communications – Tigard, OR

MacfaddenInformation Officer supporting USAID’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance

Mercy Corps
Mercy Ships International Senior Donor Relations Coordinator – Lindale, TX

National Peace Corps Association
ONE Campaign
Operation Blessing International
Oxfam America
PATH
PolarisDigital Campaign & Engagement Manager

Save the Children
SOS Children’s VillagesInterns & Fellows (scroll to find)

TechnoserveMarketing & Communications Intern

UNICEFEditor/Copywriter – consultancy – New York – apply by Apr. 2

United Methodist Church Global Ministries
Content Strategist – Atlanta, GA – see also main career page

United Muslim Relief
United Nations Foundation
Vital Voices Global PartnershipDigital Communications Coordinator

Women for Women InternationalInterns (scroll to find) – late-May start date noted

World Vision

Monday, March 26, 2018

Things Not to Be Missed

Hello Monday! Before you dive into your job-seek week, get your tickets soon (you save 15% until Apr. 6) for June's Best of Washington food & drink extravaganza, sponsored by the good folks with Washingtonian magazine.  Also, don't miss previously noted opportunities closing this week.

The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst, State Fiscal Policy with 7+ years of experience working on tax, budget, and/or economic issues at the state or federal level in a governmental setting or as an independent researcher or advocate

National Federation of Independent Business National Director, Media Communications – 10+ years’ experience in communications & strong Beltway media/influencer connections required.

National Association of Affordable Housing LendersCommunications Director –  seeking candidates with 3+ years of communications experience with preferred emphasis on digital strategy and media relations.

Fleishman-Hillard
SpectrumDirector, Policy Communications – 8-10 years’ communications/PR experience & background in telecom policy required

Land Trust Alliance
University of the District of ColumbiaCommunications Specialist – $58k-$64k – 3+ years of experience in marketing and/or communications required; higher education background preferred – apply today, Mar. 26

Consumer Product Safety Commission Visual Communications Specialist – $81k-$106k – apply by Apr. 4

German Marshall Fund
Hospital for Sick ChildrenCommunications Manager – least 3-4 years of experience that includes work in media outreach, digital communications & social media management desired.

Harm Reduction Coalition
National Federation of Independent Business National Director, Media Communications – 10+ years’ experience in communications & strong Beltway media/influencer connections required.

New with the American Wind Energy Association since just last Wednesday:
National Association of Affordable Housing LendersCommunications Director –  seeking candidates with 3+ years of communications experience with preferred emphasis on digital strategy and media relations.

Waxman Strategies
Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under LawDigital Communications Coordinator – 3+ years’ experience working in digital communications & background in executing social media & issue campaigns desired.

Fannie Mae
United EducatorsDirector of Marketing Communications – top-notch copywriting & editing skills plus strong understanding of online marketing, email campaign management, social media & SEO/SEM required – see also main career page.

Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD except as otherwise noted
Mystery employer Public Relations Specialist – freelance position; focus on pitching national TV, print, & radio outlets – search managed by the Creative Group

George Washington University
… and finally: the U.S. Marine Corps is seeking a Deputy Marketing Director to join them in Kaneohe, HI in support of the Marine Corps Community Services team – $70k-$80k – apply by Mar. 31

We'll close with two more entries in the not-to-be-missed category – first off, we just found out that White Stone oysters are among the current selections offered at the Old Town outpost of Hank's Oyster Bar – we'll be back again for happy hour today.  Secondly, April at Rustico in Alexandria sees Founders' coveted KBS on tap April 3, and a terrific-looking dinner featuring Aslin beers on Apr. 16.

Sunday, March 25, 2018

The Once-and-Agains

Here's hefty package of previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.

Bread for the WorldDirector of Strategic Communications & CampaignsMar. 26

Catholic UniversityAssociate Director, Advancement Communications-Senior Writer/Editor (pdf) – Mar. 26

George Mason UniversityDevelopment Coordinator, College of Humanities & Social Sciences – mid-$40k – Mar. 26

U.S. Commission of Fine ArtsHistoric Preservation Specialist – $96k-$126k – Mar. 26

Nature Conservancy
Smithsonian Institution (scroll to find)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Food & Drug Administration Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $134k-$164k – Mar. 27

HSBC
National Institute of Standards & TechnologyPublic Affairs Specialist – $24k-$88k – Mar. 27

World Bank
Union of Concerned Scientists
U.S. International Trade CommissionDirector of External Relations – $134k-$164k – Mar. 28

DC Dept. of TransportationProgram Analyst/Community Engagement – $58k-$75k – Mar. 29

Embassy of Canada Research & Admin Assistant – $50k – two positions available – Mar. 29

International Monetary FundDivision Chief/Assistant Director, Communications & Media RelationsMar. 29deadline noted here

Dept. of Interior/Bureau of ReclamationSupervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $114k-$148k – Mar. 30

Virginia Dept. of TransportationCommunications Coordinator – part-time – $24-$36/hr – Mar. 30

National Alliance on Mental IllnessMar. 31

Dept. of Defense Public Affairs Specialist – $96k-$148k – Apr. 1

Stimson Center Executive AssistantApr. 1