Sunday, June 12, 2016

Your Sunday Deadline-Driven Set

Previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.

Homeownership Preservation FoundationVice President of Development & External Affairs – DC or Minneapolis, MN – June 15 

League of Conservation VotersCongressional Champions Project AssistantJune 15

University of MarylandSenior Communications Writer, Business SchoolJune 15

Nature Conservancy (scroll to find, or use advanced search by state location as noted)
Smithsonian InstitutionAssociate Director, Digital Philanthropy (scroll to find) – June 16 

British Embassy
Virginia Railway ExpressManager of Public Affairs & Government Relations – $91k-$120k – June 17

American AirlinesDirector of Public Affairs CommunicationsJune 19

Buenos Aires is the is the destination for the season finale of Parts Unknown – tonight at 9:00 pm on CNN. We're missing Tony already.

Friday, June 10, 2016

From AA to AAA

We'll start your Friday browsing with this very fresh & super-intriguing Director of Public Affairs Communications opportunity with American Airlines – 8-10 years PR/journalism experience along with campaign, Hill, and/or Federal agency background desired – Willingness to travel? You bet! – apply by June 19

The Truman Center for National Policy/Truman National Security Project is in search mode for a Press Secretary with 3-4 years of experience in media relations & advocacy-related communications; background/interest in foreign policy & national security also desired.

Despite the mid-March date noted on the listing, we have it on good authority that the National Association for Manufacturers is still actively recruiting for this Writer post – your 3+ years of related experience should demonstrate excellent writing, proofing, editing & project-management skills; digital publishing skills a plus.

The International Food Policy Research Institute is looking for a Senior Media Relations Specialist with exceptional writing, editing & proofreading skills, along with established media contacts; background knowledge in economics, agriculture, science or global health strongly preferred.

From yesterday’s comments section to today’s edition: World Resources InstituteCommunications Intern – 6-month term – paid position – demonstrated interest in and commitment to environmental & international development issues will surely help your prospects.

Small Business Majority
Here’s a new Communications Manager, Public Policy & Government Relations opportunity with General Motors – successful candidate will serve as lead communicator & media relations contact on state & local issues, along with a host of DC-focused responsibilities.

Lockheed Martin seeks Government Affairs Research Analyst to provide research & analytical support for gov’t affairs team on political, legislative & regulatory issues

JPMorgan ChaseHead of Public Affairs – 10+ years’ experience driving strategy for corporations, campaigns, non-profits or other relevant organizations desired.

Pew Research Center
Pew Charitable Trusts
This Manager, Public Affairs & Crisis opportunity is new with Burson Marsteller since our mid-May check-in – maybe you’ll get to work with their new high-profile client*.

American UniversityAssistant Director of Development, College of Arts & Sciences – $47k-$53k – seeking candidates with 3+ years of progressively responsible development experience in a higher education environment, including prospect cultivation, gift solicitation & closure.

Learn stuff, grow fast, be free, win awards, get mentored – that’s all listed (scroll down) as part of the experience with Dulles-area quality/audit software firm ARMATURE – see how that all checks out as their Communications Specialist hire

British EmbassyAdministrative & Governance Officer supporting the Northern Ireland Administration – $39k – apply by June 19

McFaddenOnline Communications Specialist – your 4+ years of relevant work experience should include significant work in online communications & social media management; foreign language skills plus

AAA
Best wishes for a super-great, fun, fantastic & energizing weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

* Let us be clear: we would be doing everything we could to get on that team, if we were still in the employ of good ol' B-M.

Thursday, June 9, 2016

Here's Your Thursday Set*

Before you dive into today’s just-the-jobs set, please note this offer via Georgetown University’s Semester in Washington program: if your own organization has a need-to-fill-fast Intern post, they have a couple new candidates available – contact Loretta with Georgetown University at LSGreene.strategy@gmail.com

1) American Architectural FoundationDigital Media Manager (pdf) – search managed by DRI Consulting

2) Anheuser BuschDirector, National Affairs – $132k-$165k

3) Apparel & Footwear AssociationMedia Relations Coordinator/Specialist

4) Aviation Services Engineering CompanyCommunications Coordinator (scroll to find) – Lexington Park, MD

5-6) BerlinRosen
7) BlueCross/BlueShield AssociationDirector, Communications

8) Bon Secours Health SystemDevelopment Officer – Richmond, Va.

9-11) Council on Foreign Relations
12) Edelman PRSenior Account Supervisor, Employee Engagement

13-14) Environmental Defense Fund
15) Franciscan Mission ServiceCommunications & Development Manager

16) Friends of the EarthForests Campaigner

17) Georgetown UniversityAssociate Director of Development, School of Medicine

18) International Spy MuseumPR Coordinator

19) Kennedy Center PR Coordinator, Classical

20) Library of CongressChief Communications Officer for the National and International Outreach service unit – $128k-$160k – apply by June 22

21) Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s ResearchAssociate Director of Public Policy – two posts available

22) Mystery national educational services organizationDirector of Communications – search managed by TorchLight

23-25) Nature Conservancy (scroll to find, or use advanced search by DC metro area or state location as noted)
26) Network of enlightened Women** – Development Officer – search managed by Talent Market

27) Prison FellowshipDirector of Communications – Landsdowne, Va. – see also main career page

28) Public Risk Management AssociationMarketing & Communications Manager

29-30) Southern Company
31) Society for Science & the Public – Alumni Relations Associate

32) Stimson CenterInternships – apply by July 17 for Fall 2016

33-34) Tesla Motors
35) University of Maryland Medical SystemMarketing & Communications Manager – Baltimore, MD

36) Whitman Walker ClinicDirector of Communications

37) World BankCommunications Advisor – apply by June 22

* yes, we're blocked for a creative or evocative title
** yes, that lowercase e in enlightenment is their doing, not ours.

Wednesday, June 8, 2016

Sugar-free, Responsible, Fresh & Frederick-based

Here's a pretty good-sized Wednesday set for your inspection & enjoyment.

ReThink Media seeks Media Associate to support their Money in Politics & Fair Courts Communications Collaborative with minimum of 2-3 years’ experience working in a communications or PR capacity; Hill or NGO communications background & media pitching/booking skills also strongly desired.

Union for Reform JudaismDigital Communications Manager supporting the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism – your 2-4 years’ experience should demonstrate both excellent writing and editing skills as well as proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and other video/digital applications – we’d suggest not tarrying until Aug. 2 application deadline – Development Associate post also noted

Hattaway Communications is actively recruiting for this Executive Assistant & Office Manager opportunity post suited to a detail-oriented, proactive project manager and problem-solver with 5+ years of relevant experience.

Sugar Free Kids Maryland, a coalition working to protect Maryland children from type 2 diabetes, heart disease & tooth decay, seeks highly-skilled advocate & coalition builder as Executive Director – position will work out of the offices of MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society, in Baltimore.

Capitol Hill
U.S Geological SurveyEditorial Assistant – $39k-$51k – offered under the Pathways for Students & Recent Grads program – apply by June 10

Porter Novelli
Mystery employer in the health insurance arenaCommunications Associate – part-time – $25/hr – search managed by Integrity Staffing Solutions

National Association of Broadcasters
George Mason University
Booz Allen HamiltonSenior Communications Specialist/Speechwriter – seeking candidates with 8+ years of experience as a speechwriter, including at least 5 years in the intelligence community or DoD

New since our late-March check-in with gmmb:
U.S. Institute for PeaceResearch Assistant, Media – part-time – July 2016 through Aug. 2017 – $10-$14/hr – open to current full-time university students in the DC area.

Opportunities at President Lincoln’s Cottage, located on the grounds of the Armed Forces Retirement Home in DC
Maryland Dept. of Health & Mental HygienePublic Information Officer supporting the Office of Preparedness & Response – $41k-$65k – Baltimore, MD – apply by June 10
 
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
Import-Export Bank of the U.S.Director of Intergovernmental Affairs – $108k-$141k – apply by June 9

Positions with research & communications strategy mainstay Penn Schoen Berland:
CVS HealthPublic Policy Director – expert knowledge of health care and/or pharmacy clinical, business operational, and/or policy issues required; Masters/JD preferred

Fresh opportunities with Comcast:
Virginia Dept. of HealthPublic Relations Assistant supporting the Healthy Start Program Initiative Community Action Network – to $20/hr – Petersburg, Va. – apply by June 10

University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.
… and finally: we think there’s a lot to like about a job with the title Media Maestro and the good folks at Flying Dog Brewery as your employer (we’re uninformed about the charms of Frederick, MD as your workday home, so you're on your own there) – strong video production skills (creative & execution) skills are main requirements

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Communications & Media Relations Jobs

For your Tuesday specialty programming, we focus on jobs in the communications & media relations space with corporate, non-profit & government entities (in other words, with all employer types except public relations firms; we'll do an edition specifically for that cohort soon).

Abt AssociatesCommunications Specialist

Airline Reporting CorporationPublic Relations Manager

American Iron & Steel InstituteCommunications Manager – $40k-$50k

AmtrakCommunications Lead

Association for Information Science & TechnologyCommunications Officer

Association for Molecular PathologyCommunications Manager (pdf) – see also main career page

Bechtel Corporate Media Relations Lead

Bon Secours Health SystemPublic Relations Manager – Richmond, Va.

Casey Cares FoundationCommunications Coordinator – $30k-$40k – Baltimore, MD

DC Dept. of Public WorksPublic Affairs Specialist – $78k-$101k – apply by June 8

Dominion Resources Senior Communications Specialist – Richmond, Va.

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS FoundationSenior Manager, Media Relations & External Engagement

Engility Corp. Vice President, Corporate Communications

Equitable Food Initiative Marketing & Communications Director

Fort Washington Medical CenterCorporate Director of Marketing & Communications

Floris United Methodist ChurchDirector of Communications

Food Marketing InstituteManager, Public Policy Communications

GenslerSoutheast Region Public Relations Manager

ICF InternationalCommunications & Marketing Manager, Energy R&D

International Food Policy Research InstituteSenior Media Relations Specialist

IREXDirector of Strategic Communications

Mystery healthcare-related employerCommunications Lead – Woodlawn, MD – search managed by the ACI Group

Mystery non-profit advocacy groupVice President of Communications & Content Marketing – search managed by TorchLight

Office of Personnel ManagementManagement Analyst, Communications – $77k-$100k – apply by June 10

Springleaf FinanceDirector of Communications – Baltimore, MD

SuntivaStrategic Communications Consultant

RGSCommunications Analyst

Telecommunications for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Inc. Director of Public Relations – apply by June 20

ThinkGeekDirector/Manager of Public Relations

Trust for the National MallMedia & Communications Manager

VolkertPublic Relations Specialist

Women Heart/The National Coalition for Women with Heart DiseaseVice President, Communications

Monday, June 6, 2016

And Here We Go With a New Week of Job-finding!

Hello Monday!  Don't forget to check out previously noted opportunities closing this week.

Northern Virginia Technology CouncilCommunications Manager – 2-3 years’ experience in communications, public relations, digital marketing or journalism required; agency or association experience a plus.

We won’t make you wait for the usual Thursday download of opportunities at Georgetown University to get at this Communications Manager post supporting the Office of Global Engagement – $68k-$72k – minimum 3 years’ relevant communications experience desired.

The Patient Access Network Foundation is actively seeking a Manager of Donor Relations with at least three to five years of experience in the healthcare industry & a passion for helping to improve the health of under-insured individuals.

United Nations Foundation
CAMRIS International seeks Internal Communications Specialist to support USAID client with 10+ years of experience working in communications, including events & performance management.

Office of the Director of National IntelligenceNew Media Officer – $92k-$141 – Top Secret security clearance required for the job, but not needed to view their Facebook page – apply by June 20

The T. Howard Foundation is looking for two new team members to help us build their programs & services, and support a growing community of students, young professionals, and partners:
Platts is currently seeking an experienced Associate Editor to cover the energy regulation beat – 3-6 years of news reporting experience required

Acumen invests in companies & ideas that improve the lives worldwide by providing affordable water, sanitation, healthcare, housing, energy, agriculture & education – current spots available on the team include Senior Talent Associate (New York) and Senior Portfolio Associate (San Francisco, CA) – searches managed by ReWork

Mathematical Association of AmericaMedia Relations & Marketing Manager – min. of 5 years of applicable communications & marketing experience required.

Recent finds with the World Wildlife Fund:
World Resources InstituteProject Coordinator supporting the Ross Center for Sustainable Cities – at least 1-2 years of relevant experience supporting project management functions required – apply by June 10

The National Taxpayers Union is in search mode for a new Director of Development – ideal candidate must have a minimum of three years of experience in the development field, but higher levels of seniority will also be considered – scroll down for Intern info

Mystery employer
Communications Specialist – minimum 5 years of strategic communications or public affairs expertise is required – government clearance, background investigation, and polygraph are required – search managed by PKW Associates

AARP
(scroll to find)
RaytheonInternal Communications Specialist – at least 6 years of related experience in employee internal communications desired

Institute for Higher Education PolicyDirector of Communications (pdf) – seeking candidates with 8-10 years of professional experiences, with at least 5 years in a communications role

Alliance for JusticeDirector of Communications – At least 7-10 years of senior-level communications or campaign experience desired – search managed by DRI Consulting

The Oracle Group, a self-described boutique style literary PR & marketing firm seeks Public Relations Intern to join the Silver Spring-based operation.

New since our early-March check-in with FP1 Strategies:
Dept. of Health and Human ServicesPublic Affairs Specialist supporting the HHS Office of Civil Rights – $77k-$110k – apply by July 13

Military Officers Association of AmericaPublic Relations Manager – previous experience as a commissioned officer in one of the uniformed services preferred. 

Shakespeare Theatre Company
University of MarylandSenior Communications Writer, Business School – seeking candidates with exceptional writing skills who can craft clean, compelling, jargon-free copy & translate complex concepts for a wide audience – apply by June 15

FleishmanHillard – Fall 2016 Intern (scroll to find) posts recently added – apply by July 1

Sunday, June 5, 2016

Scheduled Departures

Here's your Sunday round-up of previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.

British Embassy
George Mason University
Treasury Dept. Legislative Analyst – $141k-$249k – June 7

 Smithsonian Institution
Nature ConservancyDevelopment Specialist (scroll to find, or use advanced search by state location) – Lander, WY – June 8

Broadcasting Board of GovernorsDirector of Public Relations – $120k-$160k – June 10 

Environmental & Energy Study InstitutePolicy Associate, Energy & Climate ProgramJune 10

George Washington UniversityDirector of Development, Law School June 10 

House of Representatives/Office of the CAOStaff Assistant – starting at $42k – June 10

Better than Berlin?  Judge for yourself, at least to the extent that you can by taking in Tony's trip to Cologne with Parts Unknown – tonight at 9:00 pm on CNN.

Friday, June 3, 2016

Whatcha Got?

Social media skills?  Healthcare-related government affairs experience?  Well developed fundraising & philanthropy vision?  Compulsion for tidiness?  We hope one of Friday's finds fits what you bring to the table, resume-wise.  Happy hunting!

FLIR, a global leader in the design, manufacture & marketing of sensor systems, seeks Vice President, Government Affairs – your skill-set should include knowledge in the areas of tax, trade regulation, military procurement & medical devices – the kids will love it when you bring home one of these, we suspect.

Cardiac assistance innovator Abiomed seeks Director, Government Relations – healthcare-related government affairs experience particularly sought. 

The Hatcher Group is actively recruiting for a Digital Media Strategist with 3-5 years of experience in the digital & social media space – strong knowledge of social media management tools, analytics & online grassroots strategies desired.

Per Monday’s comments field, we (and now, you) are apprised of this Account Director opportunity with kglobal, leading the media research, assessment & evaluation team in the public affairs division of a major DoD client – 7-10 year’s relevant experience & expert knowledge of tier one media outlets and defense publications earns you consideration.

Powell Tate
The American Academy of Physician Assistants seeks a Marketing Copywriter/Consultant (scroll to find) on a temporary basis from to cover a staff leave of absence from early August (or perhaps sooner) through November – part- or full-time engagements possible

Sierra ClubAssociate Advancement Director, Gift Planning – 3-5 years’ experience in development, major gift fundraising, or related non-profit engagement desired

American University
Freddie MacSenior Internal Communications Staffer – your 7+ years of job-related experience should demonstrate superb writing, editing/proofreading skills & attention to detail.

Bloomberg GovernmentLegislative Analyst – ideal candidate will have legislative, lobbying or reporting experience

International Campaign for TibetAdvocacy/Communications Intern (full-time) and Development Intern (part-time) posts noted

New since last month’s check-in with Ketchum:
Ogilvy PRAccount Supervisor, Social Change (search DC location or req ID 4511BR) – 5+ years of PR and/or marketing experience required, preferably in a PR/mar-com or government agency environment 

British Embassy (internships noted have an Aug. 22 start date)
Here’s a pretty-fresh Intern, Office of Policy & Representation opportunity with the Blue Cross & Blue Shield Association – health care-related or political science majors preferred

College of William & MaryDirector of Development, Business School – strategic thinker with a well-developed vision and philosophy for fundraising particularly sought – Williamsburg, Va. – apply by June 23

Pew Charitable Trusts
American Association of University WomenEditorial Assistant – strong writing, editorial & organizational skills required – Intern (scroll to find) posts also noted

… and finally: Is your home, your refrigerator, really neat and tidy?  Does it make you upset when things are out of place?  If you’re nodding your head, and also have experience in the areas of golf operations & staff supervision, please take a look at this Golf Locker Room Manager post at the storied Congressional Country Club – apply by June 25

Best wishes for a lovely hey, it's finally really Summer weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

Thursday, June 2, 2016

League, Union, Federation & Fund

1) We’ll start your Thursday set with this Congressional Champions Project Assistant opportunity from the League of Conservation Voters – experience working on political outreach for an elected official, candidate, or organization is desired – apply by June 15

2-4) Despite the dates noted in these, we’re assured that Baltimore’s KOFA Public Affairs is active recruiting for:
5) Nobody loves me takes on a cheerier cast if that’s the result of your application for Community Manager with decidedly opaque brand/ad/communications enterprise NOBODY– 2-4 years’ experience in social media is just a sliver of their detailed wants/needs for the post.

6) Airline Owners & Pilots AssociationVice President of Government Affairs, Federal & State

7) America’s Future FoundationDirector of Development – DC or remote-based – search managed by Talent Market

8) American Association for Cancer ResearchSenior Manager of Science Policy Communications (scroll to find)

9) American Geophysical Union Editorial Assistant

10-12) American Jewish World Service
13) American Medical Informatics AssociationCommunications Specialist (scroll down)

14) ApplePolicy Analyst & Program Manager, Government Affairs

15) American Wind Energy AssociationFederal Legislative Associate

16) Arizona State UniversitySpecial Events Manager supporting the McCain Institute for International Leadership – $65k-$75k – apply by July 5

17) Association of Public & Land-grant UniversitiesAssistant Director for International Issues, Congressional & Government Affairs – $70k+

18) Campaign for Tobacco-Free KidsAfrica Program Intern – foreign language skills, especially French, strongly preferred

19) Children’s Hospital AssociationManager, Public Policy Communications

20-21) Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
22-23) Educational Fund to Stop Gun Violence/Coalition to Stop Gun Violence
24) Environmental & Energy Study InstitutePolicy Associate, Energy & Climate Program – apply by June 10

25-26) Georgetown University
27-28) Harbour Group
29-31) Howard Consulting Group (scroll to find)
32) JP Morgan ChaseHead of State & Local Government Relations

33) ICF InternationalChild Welfare Policy/Regulatory Associate

34) IQ SolutionsHealth Communications Associate

35) Mystery DC-based trade associationPR Intern – $14-$15/hr – search managed by Beacon Hill Staffing

36) National Council for Behavioral HealthDirector of Communications supporting Mental Health First Aid program

37) National Wildlife FederationCommunications Coordinator

38-41) Nature Conservancy (scroll to find, or use advanced search by DC metro area or state location as noted)
42-43) No Kid Hungry
44) Public Citizen Lobbyist, Access to Medicines Program (pdf)

45-46) Ripple Effect Communications
47) SAICLegislative Affairs Specialist supporting the United States Cyber Command – Top Secret clearance required – Fort Meade, MD

48) Stanton Communications PR Intern

49) United Negro College FundWriter/Editor

50) Urban InstituteProject Manager, Communications

Wednesday, June 1, 2016

Job-search and Reward

USAC administers the $10 billion Universal Service Fund, which the FCC created to address serious gaps in needed broadband and telephone coverage – their next Director of Stakeholder Engagement will be responsible for digital marketing, training, direct relationship building with key stakeholders, content development, and print/collateral materials – search managed by LeaderFit.

Honda Motor Co.Senior Government Relations Specialist – 4-6 years’ public policy experience required; knowledge of auto industry & motor vehicle technology issues a plus

Broadcasting Board of GovernorsDirector of Public Relations – $120k-$160k – apply by June 10

New with the Human Rights Campaign since our early-May check-in:
National Association of RealtorsPAC Fundraising Specialist –  experience in association PAC fundraising is a plus, but not required.

Alzheimer’s AssociationSenior Associate Director, Federal Affairs – 8-10 years’ Congressional experience and/or healthcare lobbying experience required.

Assorted far-flung opportunities with ACLU affiliates:
A mystery patient advocacy organization is looking for a Development Associate to join them in their Silver Spring HQ on a long term temporary basis – $13-$14/hr – search managed by Beacon Hill Staffing

Washington State UniversityFederal Relations Policy & Affairs Coordinator – DC-based position

Northwestern UniversityDirector, Federal Relations – approximately five years of professional experience in government, academe, or other relevant experience required – DC-based position

New with the Aspen Institute since our late-April visit:
Virginia Railway ExpressManager of Public Affairs & Government Relations – $91k-$120k – 8-10 years of related professional experience required, preferably in the transportation industry – apply by June 17 – scroll to bottom for info on Policy Transit Fellow opportunity

Capitol Hill:
United Nations FoundationCommunications Officer supporting FP 2020 – your 2+ years in communications and/or public relations should demonstrate your interest in and passion for global campaigns related to international development issues.

The CME Group (as in Chicago Mercantile Exchange) seeks Manager, Government Relations & PAC with 2-3 years’ experience with political fundraising along with 5-10 years overall experience – DC or Chicago, IL

Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Commonwealth ConsultantsDirector of Public Relations – $70k – 4+ years of demonstrated experience in public relations required

Howard UniversitySenior Marketing & Communications Specialist supporting the Office of the President – at least 5 years’ marketing and communications experience sought, preferably related to health care.

C-SPAN
Mystery employer working to inspire and strengthen movements that expand opportunity for all seeks Communications Manager with 7-10 years’ experience in communications including work in support of electoral, labor or issue campaigns – search managed by Staffing Now

George Mason University
Reward your job-search efforts by taking a few special beer events today and tomorrow with our friends at Rustico – TONIGHT: there's 20 rare brews on tap at their Alexandria location, and a Maui Brewing tap takeover at the Ballston outpost – and on Thursday, a large selection of hard-to-find barrel-aged brews is available – scroll to find info on all here.