Wednesday, January 30, 2019

Here Are Your Jobs

We are blocked for a clever/apt headline today; perhaps it's impending brain-freeze.

Our friends at the Partnership for Public Service are recruiting for a Senior Communications Manager with 7-10 years’ experience developing integrated communication strategies; familiarity with WordPress, MailChimp or other email/direct marketing platforms preferred – see also main career page

Here’s a fresh Project Communications Specialist post supporting the World Wildlife Fund’s newly-launched Targeting Natural Resource Corruption project – 4+ years’ experience leading & executing international development-related communication, or relevant similar work, is required; familiarity with USAID audiences, projects & policies a plus – apply by Feb. 21

Wireless communications industry advocate CTIA has just passed these along:
The New America Foundation is seeking a Front End Developer/Designer with 4+ years’ experience on a design team with a strong focus on digital products & front-end website development skills using JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 – Summer 2019 Intern posts also available: Communications – Legal/Public Policy – Data Journalism – $14/hr

The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, the folks who manage George Washington’s home & keep open to the public, are looking for a part-time Graphics Design Intern with strong InDesign & typography skills – facility with digital photography a plus – paid position; available ASAP.

National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration – Writer/Editor – $68k-$106k – apply by Feb. 7

American Farmland Trust
Kellen – Executive VP for Government Relations & Policy Development supporting the American Medical Rehabilitation Providers Association – 5+ years’ experience working on health care policy issues desired

GE – Government Relations Manager – seeking candidates with 8+ years of relevant experience in a government role, or working public policy issues for another company, trade association or a government affairs firm

National Conference on Citizenship – Director of Communications – 10+ years in the communications field desired – search managed by LeaderFit

Merritt Group
Montgomery County Office of Human Resources – Program Manager, Internal Communications (search keyword IRC35905) – $64k-$107k – apply by Feb. 8

Cultural Vistas – Communications + PR Manager – web‐savvy with a knack for creating compelling stories & content desired

Anti-human trafficking stalwart Polaris seeks a Director of Foundation Relations with 8+ eight years of experience in a foundation and government funding capacity & proven track record securing six- & 7-figure institutional grants.

University of Virginia – Events & Operations Coordinator, Batten School of Leadership & Public Policy – $40k-$45k – experience in event planning & management required, as well as working knowledge of email marketing platforms – Charlottesville, Va.
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Tuesday, January 29, 2019

Surgery, Jazz, Defense & Smart Power

No specialty Tuesday programming today; just a regular set.

Association of American Railroads – Communications Specialist – some PR agency, Capitol Hill, non-profit and/or administration experience desired.

Our friends at the U.S. Travel Association tell us these are still fully available:
The HR Certification Institute is in search mode for a Director, Partnership Marketing with 5+ years of marketing experience, as well as previous work managing strategic alliances/partnerships; knowledge of HR sector a big plus – see also main career page

The Center on Budget & Policy Priorities tells us they are recruiting for all of these posts:
Potomac Plastic Surgery has passed along this part-time Community Outreach Marketing Specialist with marketing and communications experience & strong knowledge and expertise in community outreach – here’s their website.

While this Corporate Partnerships Director post with the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz is technically a development role, the Institute is seeking candidates with significant experience (7-10 years’ worth) in marketing and/or public relations to fill the role.

Ketchum
Prince George’s County Office of Human Resources Management – Communications & Strategic Partnerships Officer – $79k-$155k – apply by Feb. 7

Ogilvy PR – Senior Account Exec – 5-7 years of public relations experience required, preferably in a public relations firm or government agency setting.

New with the National Association of Realtors since our early-January check-in:
Suburban Hospital Foundation – Events & Marketing Coordinator – 3-5 years’ experience in development or related field desired.

Defense Health Agency – Public Affairs Specialist – $81k-$106k – apply by Feb. 4

Voto Latino
Open State Institute – Campaign Coordinator supporting the Outdoors America Campaign – 2 years of communications & research experience required; public policy background & knowledge of environmental issues preferred – apply by Feb. 1

Smart Electric Power Alliance
MITRE Corp. – Strategic Communications Intern – suited for current undergrads specializing in communications, business, public relations, marketing or journalism

NBC/Universal
YWCA National Capital Area – Manager, Communications & Advocacy – 5+ years’ experience in communications, public policy or advocacy in a nonprofit setting desired.

… and finally: we were unaware that Architect of the Capitol (scroll to find) is a Presidential appointment; strategic visionary & transformative leader with 20+ years of experience in facilities operation & construction management sought – $172k – search managed by JDG – apply by Feb. 15
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Monday, January 28, 2019

We're Glad That's All Done ... wait, what? Only to mid-February?

We're relieved the USA is fully back in operation and we're confident (OK, hopeful) we can avoid a reprise shutdown come Feb. 15.  Speaking of things reprised, don't forget previously noted opportunities closing this week.

The Plastics Industry Association is actively recruiting for a Digital Communications Specialist (scroll to find) with 3-5 years of experience in writing for communications, marketing & storytelling as well as facility with social media.

The Environmental Working Group is seeking a Digital Production Associate with 1 to 3 years’ work experience in digital marketing; background in email marketing preferred.

The International Council for Clean Transportation has just shared these with us:
Clean Water Action – National Communications Manager – experience with strategic communications for short term & long term advocacy campaigns plus a passion for social & environmental justice and protect clean water required – can be based in DC or at one of several regional outposts – apply by Jan. 31

National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency – Strategic Communications Officer – $61k-$126k – Springfield Va. or St. Louis, MO – apply by Feb. 9

Aspen Institute – opportunities supporting Weave: The Social Fabric Project
United Nations Foundation – Development Manager supporting the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data – background cultivating & securing 10k+ gifts required

Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD
United Nations Foundation – Development Manager supporting the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data – background cultivating & securing 10k+ gifts required

American College of Emergency Physicians – Public Relations Director – 5+ years’ managing public PR programs or agency accounts with an emphasis on media relations required. 

APCO Worldwide
Behavior/social marketing agency Rescue seeks Field Organizing Fellow to drive implementation of youth-targeted tobacco control and nutrition/obesity prevention policy campaigns across Virginia – significant travel required.

Oncor seeks Senior Communications Advisor with 7-10 years in media, media relations, public relations or related field; background in energy or knowledge of the Texas electric market preferred – Dallas, TX – apply by Feb. 15 

Obama Foundation
CHIEF seeks Communications Lead to support a public sector client in the earth sciences field – 8+ years of strategic communications or marketing experience required, preferably in a management or leadership role involving multiple stakeholders.

Here’s a very fresh Public Relations Coordinator opportunity with U.S. News & World Report supporting their Money, Travel & Autos channels – one+ years of media relations experience and strong research & writing skills required.

New with the Washington Post since our check-in from just last Thursday:
GlobalGiving facilitates crowdfunding & fundraising for thousands of projects & non-profits worldwide – and we’d guess your work promoting their good works as Director of Marketing would be super-interesting & rewarding – $100k-$110k

Tiger Woods Foundation – Development Coordinator (pdf) – 1-2 years’ experience working in fund development required, preferably with an education nonprofit – Irvine, CA

George Washington University
Salvation Army – Director, Digital Fundraising Systems (scroll to find) – $91k-$103k – 5-7 years of progressive experience as an online fundraiser, web developer/analyst, or similar internet-related experience desired.

Urban Institute
American Institutes for Research – Communications Assistant/Intern - Summer 2019 – suited for candidates currently seeking a degree in such fields as communications, graphic design, technical communication & marketing.
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Sunday, January 27, 2019

Again & Again

Here's a nice-sized set of previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.

Institute for Justice – Policy Fellow – Chicago, IL – Jan. 28 

Federal Highway Administration – Marketing & Communications Specialist – $114k-$148k – Jan. 28 

Washington Post – the first four opportunities noted are supporting a new a new digital travel initiative at the Post:
British Embassy:
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission – Congressional Affairs Specialist – $81k-$106k – Jan. 29

University of Maryland
George Mason University – Associate Director of Development for Major Gifts – Jan. 30

Northern Virginia Community College – Graphic Designer – part-time – $25/hr – Jan. 30

Airlink – Communications Manager – $50k-$80k – Jan. 31

National Alliance on Mental Illness – Senior Manager, Social Media – Jan. 31

National Association of Area Agencies on Aging – Communications Associate – Jan. 31

PAE/MacFadden – Policy Coordinator supporting USAID’s Office of Food for Peace – Jan. 31

Research!America – Director of Communications – Jan. 31

DC Dept. of Health Care Finance – Policy Analyst – $92k-$118k – Feb. 1

Fairfax County Health & Human Services – Public Information Officer – $63k-$112k – Feb. 1 

Household & Commercial Products Association – Communications Content Specialist – Feb. 1

Nature Conservancy – Digital Producer – Feb. 1

Union of Concerned Scientists – Western States Outreach Coordinator – $52k – Oakland, CA – Feb. 3
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Friday, January 25, 2019

Going to Xtremes

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

Walmart is seeking candidates with 5-7+ years’ experience managing projects or campaigns in politics, public affairs, or related field to fill this Director, Public & Government Affairs role

The National Latina Institute for Latina Health tells us they are actively recruiting for a highly organized Individual Giving Manager with 3-5 years of fundraising experience and a proven track record in initiating, stewarding & moving individual gifts to higher levels of support – DC or New York

More opportunities from the World Wildlife Fund:
The DC Homeland Security Agency is seeking a Public Affairs Intern (pdf) for the Summer 2019 term – for current undergrad or graduate students – more info & other specialties noted here – apply by Mar. 7

The Arc is the largest national community-based organization advocating for & serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities – and your place in this worthy enterprise could be Communications Associate, Media & Public Relations 

Federal Highway Administration – Marketing & Communications Specialist – $114k-$148k – apply by Jan. 28 

Wall Street Journal
E-bike & -scooter sharing outfit Lime is seeking a Community Affairs Manager with 3+ years community organizing, political campaign field organizing or other grassroots outreach experience.

British Embassy – Programme Support Officer, Military Personnel Exchange – $20/hr – proven organizing & prioritizing experience required – apply by Feb. 10

PBS – Interns (scroll to find) – Summer 2019 – $12-$15/hr – wide range of specialties include corporate communications, government affairs & social media

Fresh opportunities with the Human Rights Campaign:
Mystery DC-based trade association – Communications & Marketing Coordinator – 1-2 years relevant experience in communications & marketing required.

Pew Charitable Trusts – Principal Officer, Individual Giving – 12+ years of successful principal gift experience sought

Seminar Network – Communications Manager – exceptional writer able to boil complex ideas into simple and compelling messages wanted.

American University
Food & Water Watch – Communications Coordinator – $40k-$45k – experience in communications or politics, preferably linked to issue campaigns, and proven ability to place stories in traditional media outlets sought.

The Marshall Legacy Institute, a group helping remove landmines & returning war-scarred territories to a measure of stability, seeks part-time Marketing & Development Intern (pdf) for a Feb.-Aug. 2019 term of duty – $12-$15/hr – more info here

Pew Research Center – Intern, Global Migration & Demography – Summer 2019 – paid position – strong quantitative skills with proficiency in STATA, SPSS, or R required

Atlantic Media

Yelp! – Government Affairs Intern – Summer 2019 – paid position – demonstrated interest in technology & internet policy desired.

… and finally: we’re not particularly fond of things extreme (certain brands of politics & weather come to mind) or xtreme (short-run Mountain Dew varietals or snowboarding competitions, for example), so we’re not particularly jazzed by the pending return of the Xtreme Football League.  Nonetheless, we wish you luck in changing our minds in your role as Team Marketing Director (scroll down) for the XFL’s still-unnamed DC entry, which will be playing at Audi Field come early 2020.

Best wishes for a lovely & non-extreme weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. 
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Thursday, January 24, 2019

These People Want to Hire You!

Several great opportunities came in over the digital transom yesterday, all looking for someone like you!  We're a work in progress today; check back for more later. [edit: we're finished adding ours for the day].

1) The Nuclear Threat Initiative has shared this Digital Communications Manager post suited for candidates with 5+ years of experience in digital communications, content management systems, website management, and/or database management – facility with Salesforce & interest in international affairs, national security and/or nuclear policy a plus.

2) Our friends at the Household & Commercial Products Association are looking for a Communications Content Specialist with 2+ years of association or PR agency experience plus exceptional writing, proofreading & copyediting skills – apply by Feb. 1

3) Bethesda-based real estate portal Homesnap seeks PR Associate with 1-2 years’ relevant experience & skills in pitching & building press relationships & knowledge of PR metrics, research, and media monitoring tools; agency & press background a plus.

4) The World Wildlife Fund has passed along this fresh Media & External Affairs Specialist post – 4+ years of experience in public relations or journalism required; background in communications related to environmental or sustainability issues or other scientific fields preferred.

5) Crosscut Strategies is in search more for a Vice President with 10+ years of relevant experience in strategic communications or campaigns; background in business development merits you bonus points.

6) kglobal is recruiting for an Account Executive with 2-3 years of experience in earned media & event management plus qualities including: go-getter attitude, intellectual curiosity & team player mindset.

7) The Council for Responsible Nutrition is seeking a Communications Assistant with a nose for news & ability to quickly & effectively write in inverted-pyramid journalistic style

8-11) Amazon
12-13) Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
14) Bowie State University – Digital Communications Specialist – $50k-$57k – Bowie, MD

15-16) Brookings Institution
17) Georgetown University – Director, Donor Agreements – JD preferred

18) Greater Reston Arts Center – Advancement Officer (scroll to find)

19) Mystery progressive-oriented boutique consulting firm – Press Associate

20-23) Nature Conservancy
24-27) Recently opened searches managed by Talent Market:
28) University of Maryland – Assistant Director of Marketing, College of Arts and Humanities – apply by Feb. 15

29-33) Washington Post – the first four opportunities noted are supporting a new a new digital travel initiative at the Post:
34-36) World Bank
37-38) American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association
39) Charles Koch Institute – Senior Fellow, Economic Opportunity

40) Dept. of Defense – Lead Public Affairs Specialist – $114k-$148k – Fort Meade, MD – apply by Feb. 5

41) Dept. of Health & Human Services – Social Media & Digital HIV.gov Fellow – apply by Feb. 28

42) Federal Energy Regulatory Commission – Congressional Affairs Specialist – $81k-$106k – apply by Jan. 29

43) International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers – Marketing Communications Manager

44) National Community Pharmacists Association – Vice President of Public Affairs & Marketing Communications (scroll to find)

45) National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association – Digital Communications Manager

46) PBS – Marketing & Events Assistant – part-time; Mar.-May 2019 term

47) Sabin Vaccine Institute – Communications Senior Associate/Graphic Designer

48-50) U.S Chamber of Commerce
– more to come OK, we're done –
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Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Federal, National-Scope, Faith-Based & Train-Based

Americans for Tax Fairness has shared this Communications & Digital Media Associate (scroll to find) post suited for candidates with 2+ years of experience with non-profits, issue campaigns and/or electoral campaigns in implementing digital strategies, including strategic planning, social media organizing, and website creation/maintenance. 

World Bank – Senior Communications Officer, Branding & Publications – 8+ years’ experience in corporate communications, international relations, public affairs, political science, or related field desired – less-experience-needed Communications Officer, Branding & Publications post also noted – apply by Feb. 5

SAIC – Government Affairs Manager – 3-4 years of experience working on Capitol Hill, political campaigns, or other position involving political affairs desired.

Public affairs firm Strategies 360 is seeking an Intern (scroll to find) for a range of duties including legislative monitoring, media tracking, research, social media content development, Congressional hearing analysis, administrative work, and general office support – available ASAP.

New with the Federal Reserve Board since our early-Dec. check-in (search using job #)
Mortgage Bankers Association – Associate Vice President, Legislative Political Affairs – focus on advocacy to House Democrats

Northrop Grumman – Capture Communications Manager – 10+ years relevant experience required; familiarity with aerospace & defense and/or government services sectors preferred.

Capitol Hill
Mystery national-scope, DC-based non-profit – Senior Manager, Communications – contract-to-hire status – 7+ years of experience in media relations, and/or communications desired – search managed by TorchLight Hire

Very fresh opportunities with WellCare:
DC Dept. of Health Care Finance – Policy Analyst – $92k-$118k – apply by Feb. 1

Opportunities with faith-based social justice group Sojourners:
Bipartisan Policy Center – Policy Analyst, Higher Education Policy – experience conducting policy research as well as familiarity with quantitative & qualitative approaches desired. 

Trust for America’s Health – see also main career page
Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. – Director, Office of Communications – $210k-$273k – apply by Feb. 4

Opportunities with Rockville-based event & digital content agency VIVA:
University of Virginia – Chief of Staff supporting the Democracy Initiative – 5+ years of administrative & supervisory experience required; multi-sector experience highly valued – Charlottesville, Va.

… and finally: Amtrak is offering Social Media Residencies in the form of a comped ticket to social media savvy folks who will share their individual experiences on long-distance train trips with their online constituencies – more details here – apply by Jan. 31
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Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Will You Find Yourself Among a Panoply of Sweets & Snacks?

Welcome back to your search!  Don't forget previously noted opportunities closing this week.

The Center for Science in the Public Interest has passed along this fresh Communications Assistant opportunity suited for candidates with top-notch writing, proofreading & organizational skills; prior experience in communications, public relations, or issue advocacy a big plus.

ScoutComms, a Fredericksburg and Alexandria-based communications & marketing firm specializing in the veteran & military family issues and communities, is currently recruiting for these:
National Confectioners Association – Content Specialist/Writer – exemplary writing/editing skills & proven track record of creating high quality, engaging content across multiple formats required; we hope you get to be part of the travel team for the next Sweets & Snacks Expo.

International Association of Chiefs of Police – Strategic Communications & Marketing Coordinator – 3+ years of relevant experience required – apply by Feb. 5

American Physical Therapy Association
George Washington University – Senior Marketing Associate, GW Cancer Center – $49k-$67k – knowledge of social media & analytics programs and familiarity with health communication & health education strategies preferred.

Kelley Drye & Warren – Communications Manager – 6+ years’ relevant experience required; agency, media or law firm background preferred.

Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD except as otherwise noted
National Network to End Domestic Violence – Vice President, Policy & Emerging Issues – 15+ years of senior-level leadership & management experience required, as well as deep subject matter expertise in domestic violence policy or a closely related area.

Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service – Annual Giving Manager – min. of 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising with a focus on direct marketing and annual giving required – significant telework possible – Baltimore, MD – apply by Feb. 8

Center for a New American Security
Fairfax County Health & Human Services – Public Information Officer – $63k-$112k – apply by Feb. 1

National Organization for Women
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency – Protocol Officer – $68k-$126k – ability to gain Top Secret security clearance a must – apply by Jan. 26

Marriott International
Fairtrade America – Media Manager – 5+ years of experience with a focus on successfully placing earned media desired.

National Community Reinvestment Coalition (scroll to find)
NY Renews, a statewide coalition fighting for climate policies grounded in equity & justice for communities & working people, seeks Communications Associate with prior experience working on traditional and/or digital media in a campaign/community organizing setting – $60k-$70k – locations flexible within state; NYC preferred.

Northern Virginia Community College
United Way – Manager, Public Relations – 5-6 years of prior relevant work experience required – apply by Feb. 16
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Sunday, January 20, 2019

Look Again ...

... at these 32 previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.  Speaking of important opportunities: today would be a good time to halt your recent skid, OK Caps?

Loudoun County – Leesburg, Va.
George Mason University
Smithsonian
Nature Conservancy
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – Senior Congressional Liaison – $131k-$240k – Jan. 22

Dept. of Defense – Public Affairs Specialist – $81k-$106k – social media focus – Fort Meade, MD – Jan. 22

Small Business Administration – Public Affairs Specialist – on-call status; locations flexible; multiple vacancies available – Jan. 22

Washington Post
Inter-American Development Bank – Multilateral Affairs Coordination Specialist – Jan. 23

League of Conservation Voters
Montgomery County Planning Dept. – Senior Graphic Designer – $53k-$91k – Jan. 24

Center for Public Integrity – Audience Engagement Editor – Jan. 25

Clean Fairfax – Assistant Coordinator/Assistant Director – part-time – Jan. 25

Overseas Private Investment Corp. – Public Affairs Specialist – $96k-$126k – Jan. 25

University of Maryland – Development Coordinator, School of Journalism – Jan. 25 

Virginia Railway Express – Public Affairs Administrator (scroll to find) – $81k-$115k – Jan. 25
 
The Atlantic – Masthead Reporting Residency – 3-month term – $15k – Jan. 27

United Nations – Senior Political Affairs Officer, Peacebuilding Strategy & Partnerships – New York – Jan. 27

No new post Monday; see you again on Tuesday.
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Friday, January 18, 2019

We're Just Happy to Get to the End of the Week!

Hello Friday job-viewers! We hope one of these is worth your attention.

ASAE seeks Associate Director, Public Policy with knowledge/experience with the legislative/regulatory process, entrepreneurial spirit, and strong initiative + follow through.

National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies – Political Affairs Coordinator (scroll to fond) – 2-3+ years of experience within the political arena desired, particularly with political action committees, political campaigns, lobbying organizations, grassroots programs, or on Capitol Hill.

In addition to the Chief Communications Officer, Prosperity role we shared on Wednesday, here's other fresh opportunities at the British Embassy:
Pew Research Center – Communications Associate – 3-5 years of relevant experience in external relations & media relations required.

Mystery DC law firm – Government Relations Manager – Hill experience and/or direct experience lobbying Congress & executive agencies required; background in writing health care policy analyses also sought – search managed by Palmer Legal Staffing

American University
Speaking of AU, the Washington Post offers a Reporting Fellowship for mid-level journalists who are pursuing a Masters in Journalism & Public Affairs at American – this one-year fellowship starts in Aug. 2019 & provides full tuition plus $30k – apply by Feb. 21 

GMG World Media – Web Content Manager – ability to craft articulate web feature stories, news blogs & social media content desired.

Dept. of Transportation/Oak Ridge Institute – Data Journalist Fellow – one year term; June 2019 start date preferred – $95k – seeking candidates with demonstrated ability to transform information & data into articles, blogs, briefs, documents, reports, and similar products that tell a compelling story, as well as knowledge of U.S. transportation systems.

National Association of Manufacturers
American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics – Staff Reporter for Aerospace America –
1-2 years writing experience for print or online publication required, which may include college-level experience such as published campus or local community reporting – familiarity with technical & scientific language is also a must, with emphasis on engineering, aerospace & defense technology.

Atlantic Media – Video Community & Channel Manager – 2 + years’ experience & track record of success building an audience on YouTube or another social video platform desired.

University of Maryland
Center for American Progress – Director/Associate Director, Anti-Poverty Advocacy – 6+ years of experience in communications or advocacy for a nonprofit, advocacy, grassroots group, or campaign sought.

Mystery Hispanic civil rights & advocacy organization – Director of Communications – 8-10 years of relevant experience in marketing and communications required, as well as success in securing general market and Hispanic national media coverage across multiple platforms – fluency in Spanish a must – search managed by Bloomforth.

 Pew Charitable Trusts
American Motorcyclist Association – Grassroots Coordinator – motorcycling experience a plus.

… and finally: we’ll end your job-seek week on a sweet note with this fresh Director of Communications & Membership (pdf) post with the World Cocoa Foundation – 10+ years of relevant experience in management, public relations, communications, or membership development desired, as well as a background in international development, public-private partnerships, industry associations, or broader sustainability issues.

Best wishes for a chill (in the non-climactic sense) weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.  We're going to skip publishing on Monday's Martin Luther King Day holiday; see you with jobs closing in the coming week on Sunday & again w/ new material on Tuesday.
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