Sunday, April 15, 2018

Take Another Look

... at these previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.  We'll be taking the Emancipation Day holiday off and will return with a new set on Tuesday.

Bureau of Land ManagementAssistant Director, Communications – $161k-$189k – Apr. 16

BPSocial Media & Digital Specialist – DC, Chicago, IL or Houston, TX – Apr. 16

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

DHS/Transportation Security AdministrationPublic Affairs Specialist – social media focus – $45k-$68k – Apr. 16

Smithsonian InstitutionAdvancement Associate, Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage (scroll to find) – Apr. 16 

Stimson Center Communications SpecialistApr. 16

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

Chesapeake Bay Foundation Admin Assistant – Richmond, Va. – Apr. 18 

Defense Health AgencyLegislative Affairs Specialist – $56k-$73k – Apr. 18 

Northern Virginia Community Trust Communications CoordinatorApr. 20 

Nature Conservancy
National Peace Corps Association Government Relations OfficerApr. 21

Friday, April 13, 2018

Enjoy the Jobs & Try to Be Careful

Hello Friday! We're stumped for a clever title, but we (and you, surely) don't really care... have a low-calamity (or preferably zero-calamity) Friday-the-13th... looks like DCist, is coming back (see AU listings).  OK, get to it.

Global Business Travel Association
Vice President, Government Relations – 10 years of related government and/or lobbying experience desired

Center for Community Change
Global Cold Chain AllianceMarketing & Communications Manager – 2+ years’ experience in marketing/communications and skills in graphic design/Adobe Creative Suite required.

Mystery Tyson’s Corner non-profitMarketing & Communications Coordinator – $48k-$50k – Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite desired.

American University
Bread for the WorldDirector of Government Relations – 10+ years’ relevant experience required; background working with ecumenical organizations preferred

Information Management GroupPublic Affairs Assistant – Secret clearance required

 Better Medicare Alliance
PBSSocial Media Designer – contractor status – -4 years of experience producing custom social content within agency or in-house social team desired

Fannie MaeDirector of Communications – 8+ years of related experience desired

National Association of Manufacturers
British EmbassyScience & Innovation Policy Advisor – $67k – 6-8 years of experience in a science, innovation or related field, from an academic, government or corporate background desired – apply by Apr. 30

Atlantic Media
National Pest Management AssociationCommunications & Marketing Manager – 3+ years’ experience in marketing, communication, program/product marketing, and/or member communications programs required; trade association background preferred

Cystic Fibrosis FoundationCommunications Manager, Policy & Advocacy – 5-6 years of experience in public policy and/or advocacy communications required.

Center for American Progress

Hance ScarboroughPolicy Assistant – 1-2 years of relevant admin or government experience required.

Best wishes for a lovely & winning weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

Thursday, April 12, 2018

Just the Jobs

It's another just-the-jobs Thursday at DCPA+CJ.  Happy hunting!

1) The Human Rights Campaign is recruiting for a Manager supporting their Welcoming Schools program – 2-4 years of relevant experience & a strong commitment to & understanding of LGBTQ issues related to K-12 schools desired.

2-3) McCabe Message Partners, a PR firm specializing in healthcare & related issues, has shared these opportunities (scroll to find):
4) AARPVice President, Social Communications

5-6) ACLU
7-8) American Diabetes Association
9) Americans for Financial ReformCampaigns Manager – apply by May 4

10) Bishop Ireton High SchoolDirector of Communications & Marketing (scroll to find)

11) Cause of Action InstituteCommunications Manager – search managed by Freedom Partners Shared Services

12) DC Office of Contracting & ProcurementSupervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $102k-$143k – apply by June 8

13) Defense Health AgencyLegislative Affairs Specialist – $56k-$73k – apply by Apr. 18

14-15) Ducks Unlimited – Memphis, TN
16) DXC TechnologyCorporate Communications Advisor

17) Endocrine SocietySpecialist, Government & Public Affairs (scroll to find)

18) Federal Housing Finance AgencySupervisory Policy Analyst – $144k-$246k – apply by Apr. 23

19) FinraManager, Corporate Communications

20) George Mason UniversityDirector of Communications, Law School – apply by Apr. 25

21-22) Georgetown University
23) Land Trust AllianceGovernment Relations Intern, Summer 2018 – apply by May 11

24) Management Sciences for HealthCoordinator supporting the UHC2030 Civil Society Engagement Mechanism

25-29) Nature Conservancy
30-32) Nuclear Energy Institute
33) Palladian PartnersProject Manager, Health Communications Strategy

34-35) Qorvis MSL Group
36) RaytheonPolicy Lobbyist

37-38) Reason Foundation – DC, Los Angeles, CA or remote-based – searches managed by Talent Market
39) SEIU Assistant Director of Communications – $104k

40) Sierra Club Media Intern

41-43) Smithsonian Institution (scroll to find)
44) US Chamber of Commerce Senior Manager/Manager, Media & External Communications

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Travel, Genetics, Copywriting & Contemplative Sciences

The U.S. Travel Association seeks Manager, Industry Relations to support their Project: Time Off campaign – 3-5 years of experience in communications or a related field required, as well as facility with web, email, and CRM applications preferred.

The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery has let us know they actively recruiting to fill these posts at their Metro-proximate Old Town offices – see also main career page
Several new opportunities from our friends at DC-based communications cabal kglobal – experience working with Federal government or armed services clients and active Secret clearances deemed ideal for the first four jobs noted:
Strategies 360 seeks Executive Assistant with self-starter mindset & background/interest in public affairs – Capitol Hill/Union Station area

The Council for Christian Colleges & Universities is seeking a Website & IT Specialist with 2-5 years of experience in website management & a strong understanding of the WordPress framework

Partners of the Americas is looking for an IT Intern (scroll to find) to analyze their current IT capabilities & recommend options for improved, more effective communications – this paid position is suited for current or rising junior or senior who is collaborative and eager to learn and take on new challenges.

Novo NordiskAssociate Director, State Policy & External Engagement – your 10+ years of experience should include work related to the federal legislative or public policy-making arena.

Any folks in the genetics field out here? Hello? Anyone? Here’s a Genetics & Public Policy Fellowship opportunity offered via the American Society of Human Genetics and the National Human Genome Research Institute that is designed as a bridge for genetics professionals wishing to transition to a policy career – 16 month term, starting in August – $72k (annual) – apply by Apr. 27

National Association of Home Builders (scroll to find)
Mystery mission-driven associationExecutive Director of Communications – 10+ years of experience in communications, PR, and/or journalism required, along with proven experience in the energy/electric industry – search managed by the BOSS Group

University of Maryland Medical SystemMarketing and Communications Manager at Prince George’s Hospital Center – 3-5 years of experience in marketing or communications required, preferably related to health sector.

DHS/Transportation Security AdministrationPublic Affairs Specialist – social media focus – $45k-$68k – apply by Apr. 16

Earthjustice
National Public RadioSocial Media Editor, Digital News – 5+ years’ experience in daily journalism required, as well as a background managing branded social media channels.

Alliance for American ManufacturingPress Secretary – 2+ years of relevant experience and a proven track record of success in media relations desired.

International Fund for Animal WelfareDirector, Online Marketing – 7+ years’ online marketing & fundraising experience required

AstraZenecaCommunications Associate Director – your 7-10 years+ of communications experience should demonstrate a solid understanding of all aspects of the pharma industry as well as advanced internal communications skills – Gaithersburg, MD location

American Constitution SocietyDirector of Strategic Communications – journalism experience covering legal & policy issues preferred

International Franchise Association
WomenHeart/The National Coalition for Women with Heart DiseaseDirector, Public Policy (pdf) – seeking candidates with 7+ years of experience in legislative and administrative public policy advocacy on women’s health and health care or in a complementary area – see also main career page

National Park ServicePublic Affairs Specialist – $68k-$106k – apply by Apr. 23

Ogilvy PRCopywriting Intern – flair with words, the ability to persuade & a vivid imagination will merit you consideration – Summer 2018

University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.

Tuesday, April 10, 2018

Switch Up Your Search Terms

For your Tuesday specialty programming, we plugged in some different terms (as noted) from the ones we normally employ in a few job search engines we use – a practice which bore fruit for us (as shown below) and may do the same for you.  Shake it up a little; try some different search terms!

sustainable & sustainability

APCO WorldwideDirector, Corporate Communications

Asia SocietyProgram Officer (pdf) and Senior Program Officer supporting the Asia Society Policy Institute

Center for Community ChangeDeputy Director of Development & Senior Writer – $85k-$90k

DeloitteStrategic Communications Consultant

Democracy FundAssociate Director, Public Square Program

The Hannon GroupCommunications Specialist

Iona Senior ServicesDirector of Development

KetchumDirector, Digital Strategy

Management Science for HealthCommunications Officer supporting UHC2030 Civil Society Engagement Mechanism

NoblisCommunications Specialist

PwC Senior Associate, Advisory Communications & Change – DC; New York; Atlanta. GA: Tampa, FL; Chicago, IL or Boston, MA

Relief InternationalDirector of Development & Advancement

World Resources InstituteDirector, Global Communications & Engagement

Cision, Meltwater & Mailchimp

American Society of NephrologyCommunities Coordinator

The Art LeagueCommunications Associate (scroll to find)

Confucius Institute U.S. CenterDigital Marketing & Program Associate – apply by Apr. 13

Council for Christian Colleges & UniversitiesMarketing Specialist

Hospice of Washington CountyGraphic Design & Social Media Specialist (scroll to find) – Hagerstown, MD

Iridium Satellite Content Marketing Manager

Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under LawDirector of Communications (pdf)

National Foundation for Women Legislators Events Coordinator

National Register of Health Service PsychologistsCommunications & Membership Coordinator

OceanaCommunications Intern – paid position

VerasolveStrategic Marketing PR Manager

politics & political

American Enterprise InstituteAssistant, Communications Operations

Dept. of LaborPublic Affairs Specialist – $94k-$119k – fluency in Spanish required – apply by Apr. 13

Denton’sSenior Public Policy Analyst

General MotorsCommunications Coordinator, Public Policy

Guttmacher InstitutePublic Policy Assistant – mid-$40k – apply by May 4

Highlight TechnologiesSenior Policy Analyst supporting USAID’s Bureau for Policy, Planning and Learning

International PaperGovernment Relations Associate

National Wildlife FederationLegislative Coordinator

OracleManager, Political Programs

UBSPolitical Affairs Manager

message & messaging 

Agnes.ioDirector of Digital Content & Marketing

American Hospital AssociationSenior Writer

The ArcDirector, Digital Marketing & Engagement

BPSocial Media & Digital Specialist – DC, Chicago, IL or Houston, TX – apply by Apr. 16

Bullis SchoolDirector of Communications

FIRST GlobalCommunications Officer (scroll to find)

Freddie MacSenior Executive Communications Specialist

Mystery employer engaged in improving the quality & availability of vision & eye carePublic Relations Coordinator – search managed by Insperity

National Governors AssociationInternal Communications Specialist

United WayDirector, Digital Engagement – apply by Apr. 13

USACContent Writer

Monday, April 9, 2018

Solarphobes & Stargazers

Hello Monday!  Let's get to it, and don't forget previously noted opportunities closing this week.

The Edison Electric Institute is recruiting for a Director, Executive Communications & Content Strategy with 10+ years of experience in the communications, public relations, or journalism field, or press-related experience on Capitol Hill or in a trade association, PR agency, corporation, electric utility, or government office.

The Human Rights Campaign has passed along this call for a Director of their Project One America campaign focusing on expanding LGBTQ equality in the South – 7-10 years’ relevant work experience in the areas of political organizing & advocacy desired – HRC is also recurring for these temporary admin/support posts: Pride Fulfillment Temp and Pride Fulfillment Logistics Temp.

The Association of Public & Land Grant Universities is looking for a Public Affairs Associate with strong writing skills, experience using social media & facility with Adobe Creative Suite applications.

We have it on good authority that the American Diabetes Association is actively recruiting for these:
MerckDirector, Alliance Development – 5+ years of experience in government relations, relationship/coalition management, and/or alliance development at the federal level required.

Association of Equipment ManufacturersDirector of Public Affairs – 5-7 years of experience in public relations & social media required, as well a willingness to make Milwaukee, WI your workday home.

Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD except as otherwise noted
Howard Hughes Medical InstituteScience Writer – seeking candidates with excellent science writing & editing skills that reflect the ability to clarify and simplify complicated issues & technical subject matter, with versatility in tone and technique.

Sierra ClubOnline Organizer, Beyond Coal – 2-3 years’ experience in online organizing or campaigning desired, along with a strong background in advocacy or political campaign organizing.

The Moak Group (scroll to find)
Attention night owls & solarphobes: FleishmanHillard seeks Social Media Analyst to utilize social data in order to uncover insights that inform business & marketing decisions and track/assess rapid escalation scenarios for a global technology client on the 7pm-4am shift.

AT&TArea Manager, Public Affairs – 3-5 years’ experience typically required.

MDB Communications (scroll to find)
US Chamber of Commerce Vice President, State Legislative Affairs supporting the Institute for Legal Reform – JD & 10+ years’ experience with political campaigns, grassroots, and state legislative initiatives desired.

Just Vision, a group billing themselves as highlighting under-documented Palestinian & Israeli grassroots efforts to end the occupation & build a future of freedom, dignity & equality for all, seeks Development & Events Intern – DC or New York

New with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (scroll to find)
Resource Media & Energy Foundation is looking to hire Regional Communications Directors in DC; Raleigh, NC; Chicago, IL & Las Vegas, NV – search managed by Chaloner

Discovery CommunicationsPublicist for Animal Planet – New York

George Washington University
… and finally: Stargazers willing to decamp to Amado, AZ are encouraged to consider this Public Affairs Specialist post supporting the Smithsonian Institution’s Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory– $61k-$80k – apply by Apr. 27

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.