Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Back at It

Slow to start, with more to come on this bright Wednesday morning.

K-12 is actively seeking a Corporate Communications Manager with 5 - 10 years of related experience, top notch writing skills and facility with social media required; knowledge of the education industry a plus.

Thurgood Marshall College FundDirector of Communications (scroll to find)  – seeking candidates with 4-6 years experience in public affairs that includes extensive experience pitching to reporters and media outlets; background in education and/or non-profit sector preferred.

ScoutComms, a communications, advocacy & philanthropic strategy firm providing services that support veterans & military families, has let us know they have multiple Summer Intern opportunities available at their Fredericksburg, Va. HQ.

The 30 for 30 Campaign, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that the unique needs of women living with and affected by HIV, including transgender women, are addressed in the national HIV response, seeks Public Health Communications Intern (scroll to find) starting in June for 3-5 term; candidates working toward graduate degree in public health or public policy preferred.

Capitol Hill
BusinessWireMedia Relations Specialist – proactive, tech savvy and an assertive team players particularly desired; previous experience with media relations, PR or journalism is preferred.

Powell Tate
Self-Help Credit UnionDirector of Communications – at least 5 years’ experience covering media relations, advocacy communications & general communications operations sought – DC or Durham, NC – apply by Apr. 26

Fish & Wildlife ServicePublic Affairs Specialist – $92k-$119k – apply by Apr. 19

– more to come –

Monday, April 11, 2016

Bot Poetics

Tuesday update: no new post today; see you again Wednesday.

We're not going to morph into a "hey, did you read this?" operation any time soon, but we'll make the rare exception for this terrific survey of poetry-generating twitter bots.

And, speaking of things that seem to appear almost automatically, don't forget yesterdays set of previously noted opportunities closing this week.

Crosscut StrategiesAssociate – 1-2 years’ experience, facility with social media applications and Familiarity with health care, health care policy, technology policy & related issues desired.

FWD.us, a tech community-supported group working on issues including immigration, education & investing in innovation, seeks DC-based Press Intern post; we’re told this is a paid position, as well – Organizing Intern posts also available in other major U.S. cities.

In addition to the Director of Marketing & Communications post we noted Friday, we’re told that ZERO/The End of Prostate Cancer is actively looking to fill all of these:
Environmental & sustainability advocate Ceres seeks Senior Associate, Communications to join the team in Boston, MA – your 4-5 years of experience and background in environmental & sustainability space desired – several more recently-added program leadership & support opportunities noted in Boston HQ, along with a couple in San Francisco, CA

US-China Business CouncilDigital Editor/Manager, Communications & Publications – broad communications, editing/writing & social media skills desired – Mandarin language skills a plus

Physicians Committee for Responsible MedicineDigital Project Manager – 5+ years of experience managing full life cycle web & digital marketing projects desired

Development/fundraising opportunities available with Odell, Simms & Lynch, Inc.
American Heart AssociationDirector of Development/Heart Walk – seeking candidates with minimum 1-3 years’ work experience, preferably in special event fundraising with a voluntary health agency or similar group – Glen Allen, Va.

Human Rights Campaign – temporary posts
Communities in SchoolsDirector, Digital Strategy – at least seven years working in management-level digital positions desired

The FrameWorks Institute, a nonprofit think tank that designs, conducts, interprets, and explains communications research to advance the resolution of social problems, seeks a Researcher (pdf) with significant experience in conducting qualitative and/or quantitative research and analysis; PhD preferred – apply by Apr. 29

World Wildlife FundCommunications Director, Oceans – at least 10 years’ related experience required

World Vision
Here’s a very fresh Director, Media Advocacy post for the American Cancer Society suited to candidates with 10+ years of professional experience in media/public relations, journalism, or related field; knowledge of cancer and/or other health care issues preferred.

Mystery employer Junior PR Coordinator – freelance to full-time – up to $20/hr – ability to effectively write for a news audience plus great proofreading skills & keen eye for formatting desired – search managed by Creative Circle

George Washington University
Healthy Babies Bright Futures seeks Communications Manager to support their efforts to limit toxic exposures for the unborn and young – flexible/work-at-home location – apply by Apr. 18

The first three weeks are unpaid. If you do a good job, then you will be paid an hourly salary. – That’s the challenge that MELTZ Communications is laying down for Intern candidates; strong writers/editors preferred.

McLean Bible Church
U.S. Conference of Catholic BishopsDirector of Public Affairs – minimum 10 years related professional experience required, along with sound knowledge and understanding of Catholic Church theology, structure and hierarchy.

Fresh opportunities with Ogilvy PR since our late-March check-in:
Food & Drug AdministrationPublic Affairs Specialist/Rollout Coordinator – $77k-$119k – apply today, Apr. 11

Alion Science & TechnologyCommunications Specialist (search marketing job family or job # 22226) – part-time opportunity working on-site at Pentagon working on news-gathering/clipping in support of the US Navy CHINFO.

Society for Human Resource ManagementIntern, Media Affairs – Summer 2016 – for current full-time students only.

… and finally – there’s one more post at George Washington University that we believe deserves its own place in the sun: Greenhouse Manager overseeing the daily operations of the rooftop greenhouse that is being installed on the 8th floor of the Science and Engineering Hall – greenhouse experience & biology or botany academic experience preferred – here’s your new location; not sure if/how it’s affiliated with this other lovely slice of GW greenery – apply by Apr. 14

Sunday, April 10, 2016

Cold Comfort

Here's your run of previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week to help keep you occupied on this chill-in-the-wrong-sense-of-the-word Sunday.

Center for Strategic & International Studies Program Coordinator & Research Assistant supporting the Global Health Policy CenterApr. 11

Corporation for Public Broadcasting
Public Media Engagement Coordinator – $40k-$56k – Apr. 11 

Dept. of Justice – opportunities supporting the Office of Justice Programs
DoT/Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety AdministrationPublic Affairs Specialist – $77k-$119k – Apr. 12

EarthjusticeAdvocacy Communications Manager (pdf) supporting the Healthy Communities program – search managed by the 360 GroupApr. 12 

University of BaltimoreAssociate Director of Young Alumni & Student Programs – $42k-$47k – Baltimore, MD – Apr. 12

Consumer Product Safety CommissionPublic Affairs Specialist – $77k-$119k – Apr. 13

Food & Drug AdministrationCongressional Affairs Specialist – $53k-$84k – Apr. 13

Nature Conservancy (scroll to find, or use advanced search by DC metro area or state location as noted)
Americans for the ArtsCoordinator supporting the Business Committee for the Arts and the pARTnership Movement – New York – Apr. 15 (as noted here)

Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s CapitalExecutive DirectorApr. 15

Gonzaga College High SchoolSenior Director of Marketing & CommunicationsApr. 15

International Women’s Media FoundationDirector of CommunicationsApr. 15

Montgomery County Food CouncilDevelopment & Communications Associate – part-time – Apr. 15

Newseum Institute Manager, Prospect Research & DevelopmentApr. 15 

United Way Director of Executive CommunicationsApr. 15

University of Maryland
Director of Alumni Engagement & Outreach, Engineering SchoolApr. 15

Virginia Dept. of Transportation
Communications Coordinator – part-time – $22-$34/hr – Apr. 15

Friday, April 8, 2016

We'd Be Pretty Stoked (Ha!) to Have a Business Card Identifying Us as Burn Boss

ZERO/The End of Prostate Cancer is actively searching for a Director of Marketing & Communications with at least 5 years managing marketing and communications at a national nonprofit & a demonstrated expertise in the creation, execution, and evaluation of national awareness and promotional campaigns.

The Kellen Company seeks a Public Affairs Account Exec with top notch communications & organizational skills; we’re told that 2-4 years of professional experience is also desired here.

Our friends at Brainstorm Creative Resources are helping a mystery full service media production firm in their search for a Video Editor/Producer & Motion Graphics Designer with a minimum 4-6 years of producer/editor experience & full proficiency in non-linear editing platforms (Premiere, Avid, FCP).

We’re told the World Wildlife Fund is still looking for candidates for this Senior Communications Specialist, Climate & Energy post – at least 6 years of PR/communications experience required; familiarity with environmental or other scientific fields a plus

Heritage Foundation – temporary positions
American UniversityResearch Specialist supporting the School of Public Affairs’ Justice Programs Office

Pew Charitable Trusts
American Public University System Manager, Public Relations – seeking candidates with 3-5 years of communications experience, preferably in an agency, high-growth industry, public company and/or higher education institution – Manassas, Va.

National Head Start Association – see also main career page
Girl Scouts of the Nation’s CapitalAnnual Giving Specialist – low $40k – event planning background & experience working with and managing large groups of volunteers & committees desired

Fenton
… and finally: the Nature Conservancy’s Cuba Manager post is not located in Havana (yet), but maybe someday you’ll be able to leave work and head to Madrigal or La Zorra y el Cuervo for mojito-fueled fun; for now it’s Coral Gables, FL – apply by Apr. 22 – or if you’re just looking to set brush ablaze on a regular basis, their Lansing-based Michigan Burn Boss post sounds about perfect – apply by Apr. 29 (scroll to find or search by state for both).

Best wishes for a swell (if blustery) weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

Thursday, April 7, 2016

Slow Start

We're a work-in-progress yet again [OK, all done] on this rainy DC Friday [err... we mean Thursday.  We are off our game today].  Enjoy.

1) The American Soybean Association seeks a State Policy & Communication Coordinator (scroll to find) to work with their state & regional affiliates and lend a hand in media relations, grassroots advocacy, speechwriting, social media, and publications work – 2-4 years communications experiences required.

2) The Herald Group is actively searching for an experienced communicator & client manager to fill this Vice President position; successful track record of leading, motivating and building effective account teams particularly valued.

3) The American Soybean Association seeks a State Policy & Communication Coordinator (scroll to find) to work with their state & regional affiliates and lend a hand in media relations, grassroots advocacy, speechwriting, social media, and publications work – 2-4 years communications experiences required.

4) The U.S. Small Business Administration seeks Communications Liaison (scroll to find) to support their Office of Advocacy – 3-5 years of experience in public relations agencies, trade associations, Capitol Hill press offices, or similar engagement desired.

5) From Monday’s comment field, we bring you this Medical School Engagement Specialist opportunity with the Association of American Medical Colleges suited to candidates with 2-4 years experience in a communications or marketing-related discipline, specifically in engaging effectively with target audiences, managing delivery of content across platforms & maintaining brand consistency – multiple Intern (scroll to find) opportunities of the paid variety also noted.

6) Admin Support Staffer needed for the Capitol Press Gallery for an 8-month term, 30-40 hrs/wk, starting in late April – communications & web/social media management skills required.

7) Brookings InstitutionResearch Intern – $11/hr

8-9) Burson Marsteller
10-11) Children’s Hospital Association – see also main career page
12) Rape, Abuse & Incest National NetworkPress/Communications Associate

13-14) Center for Global Development
15-16) Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
17) Free to Choose NetworkPresident & CEO – flexible/virtual location – search managed by Talent Market

18-22) Georgetown University
23-24) National Restaurant Association
25) ComcastCorporate Communications Coordinator

26-27) Dept. of Justice – opportunities supporting the Office of Justice Programs
28) Food & Drug AdministrationCongressional Affairs Specialist – $53k-$84k – apply by Apr. 13

29-30) Howard University (scroll to find)
31) International Spy MuseumPR & Marketing Coordinator

32) Lupus FoundationDigital Communications Manager

33-37) Nature Conservancy (scroll to find, or use advanced search by DC metro area or state location as noted)
38) Price Waterhouse CoopersPublic Sector Communications Specialist Associate

39-40) Save the Children
41) Unispec EnterprisesSpeechwriter supporting the Pipeline & Hazardous Material Safety Administration
more to come OK, we're done –

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

And We're Back

Two new opportunities are available supporting Issue One’s efforts to reduce the influence of money over American politics & policy-making (scroll to find):
The National Legal Aid Defender Association is in search mode for a Major Gifts Officer with at least 4 years of experience in the development/fundraising & major gifts field, including grant prospecting and writing work.

Data Coalition/Data FoundationIntern, Summer 2016 – 20-30 hrs/week at $10/hr – member services, research & admin duties could be among your taskings

National Association of City & County Health Officials
We won’t make you wait until the usual Thursday appearance of Georgetown University jobs to see this Career Services Assistant Director, Biomedical Graduate Education opportunity – min. 2-4 years of career and alumni services administration with pre-health advising experience preferred; we’re told that candidates with a science background are also highly valued.

AARP
(scroll to find or use job # in keyword search)
American Federation of State, County & Municipal EmployeesResearch Intern – paid position – suited to current student or recent grad w/ concentration in communications, government, political science, law or related field.

Steptoe & JohnsonPublic Relations Assistant/Coordinator – strong writing skills and 1-2 years professional or intern experience desired

Capitol Hill
American Society of Civil EngineersDirector, Public Affairs & Infrastructure Initiatives – at least 7 years professional experience in public affairs and strategic communications required, preferably in an infrastructure-related industry – apply by Apr. 23

United Way
National Community Reinvestment CoalitionInterns (scroll to find) – disciplines include development & communications, organizing, and research

Education Trust
March of DimesDirector of Federal Affairs – 8 to 10 years of relevant experience required, including work in public policy development, lobbying & coalition-building.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology – opportunities with the MIT Technology Review
National Parks Conservation AssociationDirector, Corporate Partnerships and Cause Marketing – 5+ years of corporate experience in marketing, branding/promotion and partnerships development deemed ideal

Biogen
American Osteopathic Association (scroll to find)
University of VirginiaAssociate Director of Development, Cancer Programs – $70k-$80k – 4-7 years experience in healthcare fundraising preferred – Charlottesville, Va.

Monday, April 4, 2016

2,000

We've hit 2,000 posts.  Wow!  We're taking tomorrow off to celebrate and/or recuperate; see you again Wednesday.

And, don't forget previously noted opportunities closing this week.

International Women’s Media FoundationDirector of Communications – minimum 10 years' experience in a senior management role required – apply by Apr. 15 – Fall 2016 Intern opportunities also noted

Sunshine SachsAssistant (scroll to find) – admin, research & support duties appear predominant; at least one year of PR experience desired

American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists
  • Director, Media Relations & Communications – 12+ years of direct hands-on, progressively responsible positions in media relations & communications required, along with healthcare issue knowledge
  • Health Policy Analyst – 3-5 years of related experience in public or private policy analysis with expertise in research & analysis of health care policy issues including Medicaid, CHIP, health coverage & financing
Strayer UniversityVice President of Public Relations – your 10-15 years experience should show success in managing comprehensive strategic communications, media relations & marketing programs – Herndon location

U.S. Soccer FoundationSenior Manager, Marketing Communications – 5-7 years' experience in a corporate or marketing communications role desired

Per the comments section, the Scoop News Group seeks Editorial Intern (scroll to bottom) candidates; scrolling upward will also take you to these:
OceanaIntern opportunities in various disciplines noted (be sure to scroll to page 2 to see more)

Ketchum
Investment Company InstituteGovernment Affairs Specialist – admin/support role – minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience on Capitol Hill, Executive Branch, or government affairs office; scheduler background a plus.

Kaiser Family Foundation – editorial posts noted are in support of Kaiser Health News:
MITRE Corp.Strategic Communications Business Partner – minimum of 8 years of related experience required; DoD or homeland security background helpful
George Washington University
University of IowaDirector of Federal Relations – DC-based post – apply by Apr. 19

Lockheed Martin
International Paper seeks Government Relations Specialist to provide extensive administrative support to govt. relations team; Hill experience a plus

American Urological Association (scroll to find, as needed) – Linthicum, MD, except as noted:
MSL Group – can also search here, via DC location
Bill and Melinda Gates FoundationSenior Program Officer, U.S. Program – seeking candidates with at least ten years prior experience from both the policy & advocacy worlds, as well as knowledge of issues and policies around K-12 & post-secondary education

National Endowment for Democracy

Temporary Fundraising/Participant Outbound Call Team Leader & Specialist (search by location) opportunities available with the American Cancer Society in DC, Greenbelt, MD, and somewhere called Springfield, MD (a neighborhood in Bowie?) – DC-based Intern post also available.
2,000 – Wow!

Sunday, April 3, 2016

Watch These Jobs Disappear

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

British Embassy
Columbia Association seeks sharp-eyed Proofreader/Writer to develop and vet content for a variety of print & electronic publications – Columbia, MD – Apr. 4

Millennium Challenge Corp.International Communications Officer – $83k-$140k – Apr. 4

Nature Conservancy
(scroll to find, or use advanced search by DC metro area or state location as noted)
NovozymesContent Editor – San Francisco, CA – Apr. 5

World BankOnline Communications Officer supporting the Consultative Group to Assist the PoorApr. 5

Nuclear Regulatory CommissionDirector, Office of Public Affairs – $123k-$177k – Apr. 6

Bureau of Land ManagementPublic Affairs Specialist – $77k-$119k – Apr. 8

George Mason UniversityDirector of Digital CommunicationsApr. 8

University of Maryland Communications Coordinator, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Dept.Apr. 8  

Friday, April 1, 2016

Hello Friday

Welcome to your end-of-work-week and start-of-month.  Enjoy the jobs.

The American Council on Renewable Energy has let us know they are still actively recruiting for a Director of Foundation & Donor Relations with at least 4 years of successful experience in non-profit development; background in foundation & corporate fundraising a must.

The Project on Middle East Democracy prides themselves on providing a positive & rewarding (albeit unpaid) experience for roles like this Communication Intern (scroll to find) opportunity through meaningful work and seminars/networking opportunities – WordPress skills particularly desired; Google Analytics & MailChimp a plus – note: they have already started interview process for the other Intern posts noted there.

National Democratic InstituteEvaluation Officer – seeking candidates with social science/research academic background, as well as a minimum of 4 years relevant work experience in monitoring and/or evaluating international development programs, community organizing, political campaigns and/or organizational development – foreign language skills, particularly French, Arabic or Spanish, are also desired.

Stand for Children is actively seeking an Indianapolis-based Government Affairs Director to lead their educational advocacy work in Indiana – minimum of 7 years’ experience in policy development & advocacy, local electoral processes and campaigns, or education reform desired.

Here’s a just-added Multimedia Intern opportunity with the Pew Research Center – strong digital video skills & knowledge of social media channels particularly sought

American University
WAMU 88.5 FM
Mystery employer, Old Town Alexandria-basedSocial Media Manager

Booz Allen HamiltonSocial Media Specialist – support for the U.S. Navy’s Facebook and Twitter presences appear chief among your watch responsibilities

Global architecture practice CallisionRTKL seeks Content & Social Media Writer – here’s some of their lovely work world-wide (and nearby)

Digital CX (customer experience for the uninitiated, which included us until we looked it up) cabal Tazhoo seeks Communications Manager with 4+ years’ relevant experience in journalism, political campaigning or policy advocacy – DC Convention Center-proximate location

U.S. News & World Report
Tesla GovernmentContent Management Specialist – military/international affairs experience desired; proficiency with database management, Wiki markup language & GIS tools also highly valued – Silver Line location

… and finally: we saw Hong Kong at an early age, and have never forgotten it, so we’re envying you in advance should you snag this Coordinator, Partnerships & Communications post there with Conservation International – Cantonese language skills required; Mandarin a plus.

Best wishes for a super-great weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

Thursday, March 31, 2016

In Progress

OK, the Nuclear Summit didn't cause us commute problems this morning (although we have subsequently witnessed some impressive gridlock downtown this a.m.), but we're guessing it will vex our evening get-away.  Nonetheless, we're a work-in-progress today, so check back later. [all done now]

1) Arlington Chamber of CommerceCommunications Manager

2-3) BAE Systems
4-5) BCS Inc. – opportunities supporting the DoE Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy – see also main career page
6-10) BerlinRosen
11) Brookings InstitutionStaff Assistant supporting the Center for Health Policy

12-17) Charles Koch Institute
18) Consumer Product Safety CommissionPublic Affairs Specialist – $77k-$119k – apply by Apr. 13

19) DoT/Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety AdministrationPublic Affairs Specialist – $77k-$119k – apply by Apr. 12

20) Financial Industry Regulatory AuthorityDirector, Media Relations – DC, New York or other FINRA office locations possible

21) Food Research & Action Center – Senior Manager, Media & Content Marketing

22-25) gmmb
26) Millennium Challenge Corp.International Communications Officer – $83k-$140k – apply by Apr. 4

27-29) Ogilvy PR
30) Sidley Austin LLPPublications Editor

31) University of BaltimoreAssociate Director of Young Alumni & Student Programs – $42k-$47k – Baltimore, MD – apply by Apr. 12

32) Unspecified Maryland Democratic Congressional campaignIntern/Voter Outreach Coordinator - $13/hr

33) Washington International SchoolAssistant Director, Communications & Marketing (scroll to find) – knowledge of French, Spanish or Chinese deemed useful, but not essential – apply by Apr. 29

34-35) Georgetown University
36-37) International Food Policy Research Institute
38) National Housing Conference – Summer 2016 Interns (scroll to find) – communications, policy & research specialties

39) ReingoldSenior Social Media Manager

40) Sirius/XMAssociate Producer, College Sports – part-time

41) UberCorporate Communications Associate, Safety – DC or New York

42-43) University of Maryland
44) WTOPAssistant Editor – see also main career page

45-47) Center for Strategic & International Studies
48) Dept. of Parks & RecreationWriter/Content Specialist – part-time – $12-$15/hr – Manassas Park, Va.

49) Franklin Center for Government & Public IntegrityDirector of Communications & Media Relations – search managed by Talent Market

50) Montgomery County Food CouncilDevelopment & Communications Associate – part-time – apply by Apr. 15

51) Mystery Georgetown-located association in transportation safety & mobility arenaCommunications Manager

52-55) Nature Conservancy (scroll to find, or use advanced search by DC metro area or state location as noted)
more to come OK, we're done –