Sunday, March 17, 2019

Repeats

Here's your Sunday run of previously noted opportunities closing in the coming week.

House of Representatives/Office of the House CAOTV Production CoordinatorMar. 18

Virginia State PolicePublic Relations Coordinator – Chesterfield, Va. – Mar. 18

Women for Women InternationalMajor Gifts OfficerMar. 18

University of Maryland

DoD/Organization of the Joint Chiefs of StaffCongressional Affairs Specialist – $134k-$164k – Mar. 19

British Embassy

Smithsonian Institution
League of Conservation Voters Change the Climate 2020 Campaign DirectorMar. 20

U.S. Census BureauSupervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $114k-$148k – Mar. 20

Dept. of the InteriorPublic Affairs Specialist – $56k-$88k – Mar. 21

Office of the Director of National Intelligence/OIGDirector of Communications – $96k-$164k – Mar. 21

Nature Conservancy Climate Policy AssociateMar. 21

Association of American UniversitiesDirector of Speechwriting & Communications (scroll to find) – Mar. 22

End Rape on Campus – see also main career page
Jewish Voice for World PeaceGovernment Affairs ManagerMar. 22

National Partnership for Women & Families
Rappahannock Community CollegeMarketing Assistant – Gloucester, Va. – Mar. 22

Washington Post

Friday, March 15, 2019

Jobs Today, KBS Tomorrow!

Hello Friday job-search enthusiasts!  It's great to be on the cusp of the weekend!

Well start you off by letting you know that our friends at the U.S. Travel Association are still actively recruiting for this Manager, Industry Communications post suited for candidates with 3+ years of communications/PR experience – and they also have a fresh Communications Coordinator gig available.

British EmbassyChief Communications Officer, Prosperity – $58k – focus on strengthening public perception of the UK, highlighting its economic strengths & the importance of UK-US economic relationship – apply by Mar. 19

DoD/Organization of the Joint Chiefs of StaffCongressional Affairs Specialist – $134k-$164k – apply by Mar. 19

American University
Heritage Foundation Research Assistant supporting the Center for National Defense – described as entry level; knowledge of foreign policy and national security issues desired. 

SMI Inc., a government relations firm with a focus on national security, energy, life sciences and R&D seeks entry-level Junior Associate for a variety of support, research & writing duties.

New with the American Urological Association (scroll to find)
Federal Bureau of InvestigationPublic Affairs Specialist – $68k-$106k – apply by Mar. 26

Atlantic Media
American Society for Radiation OncologyCopy Editor (scroll to find) – part-time – strong knowledge of AP style required; familiarity with Adobe InDesign preferred – Crystal City location

Atlantic Council (scroll to find)
AARPCommunications/Marketing Manager supporting development/fundraising team – 8+ years’ communications-related experience desired

Center for American Progress
McLean-based & self-described boutique PR firm Simoneink sees pitching-capable Media Relations Associate with 5+ years’ related experience; background in restaurant/hospitality industry PR preferred

Pew Charitable Trusts
National Caucus of Environmental LegislatorsOutreach Intern – Summer 2019 – part-time; $1,000/mo – Georgetown location – apply by Apr. 5

… and finally: we don’t usually feature opportunities with titles like Project Assistant, Finance & HR – but we’ll make an exception this time in case one of you is looking for an angle to catch on with Bono’s pals at the ONE Campaign.

Best wishes for a fab weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.  Don't miss Saturday's NoVa release party for Founders Brewing's coveted KBS, kicking off at noon at Rustico Alexandria; we're also happy to see Red's Rye on the enticing brew list! Late update: KBS and Founders brews aplenty also on tap this afternoon at Churchkey in DC.

Thursday, March 14, 2019

50 for You

1) Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration InstitutePolicy & Government Relations Intern (scroll to find)

2) American Red CrossRegional Philanthropy Officer

3) Aspen InstituteResearch Coordinator supporting the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs

4) Association of American Medical CollegesSenior Digital Content Specialist

5) Association of Public & Land Grant UniversitiesIntern, Economic Development & Community Engagement

6-7) Bread for the World – see also main career page
8) Brookings InstitutionResearch Assistant, Center for East Asia Policy – proficiency in Korean required

9) Children’s National Health SystemDevelopment Coordinator, Annual Giving

10-13) Consumer Federation of America
14) Consumer ReportsAdvocacy Intern – Summer 2019

15) Daily Caller News FoundationDirector of Development – search managed by Talent Market

) Dept. of the InteriorPublic Affairs Specialist – $56k-$88k – apply by Mar. 21

16) Edelman PR Assistant Account Exec, Corporate Affairs

17) Emily’s ListSocial Media Manager (pdf) – $54k-$68k

18) Environmental Defense Fund Communications Manager, Political Affairs & Climate

19) Fairfax County Public SchoolsExecutive Director, Communication & Community Relations – apply by Apr. 8

20) Georgetown UniversityDirector of Influence & Communication supporting the Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation

21) Hendall Inc.Social Media Strategist

22) Higher Learning AdvocatesSenior Communications Manager

23) ICF InternationalConference & Events Specialist

24) International Food Policy Research InstituteCommunications Specialist

25) JASSSocial Media Coordinator

26) La Clinica de PuebloDevelopment & Communications Manager – fluency in Spanish required

27) Mystery DC non-profitDirector of Communications – search managed by Profiles

28) Mystery Vienna-based employerSocial Media Specialist – temporary position – search managed by the BOSS Group

29) National Conference of State LegislaturesPolicy Associate, State/Federal Affairs – $50k – apply by Mar. 25

30-33) Nature Conservancy
34) Rappahannock Community CollegeMarketing Assistant – Gloucester, Va. – apply by Mar. 22

35) Rep EquityPR Account Director

36) Serco Public Relations Specialist

37-40) Smithsonian Institution
41-43) Society for Human Resource Management
44-45) UN High Commission on Refugees USA
46-47) U.S PIRG
48-49) Washington Post
50) Wesley Housing Development Corp.Senior Marketing & Communications Specialist (pdf) – see also main career page

Wednesday, March 13, 2019

You, in a Zoo?

National Council on AgingMedia Relations Manager – 7 years’ experience in public relations, media relations, communications, and/or journalism required, along with exceptional writing & reporting skills – search managed by Staffing Advisors

Here’s a very fresh External Engagement Associate opportunity with Women for Women International – 2-3 years of experience in a non-profit, political or related organization with success in event organizing sought.

Global agricultural solutions stalwart Fintrac tells us they found their last Office Manager hire through this humble enterprise, and they’re once again looking to fill the post – superior organizational skills, with strong attention to detail, and ability to multi-task will merit you consideration.

Bully Pulpit InteractiveDirector, Digital Advertising & Communications – 6+ years’ experience in advertising, marketing, PR, client service, or political campaigns desired – Senior Associate, Digital Advertising & Communications also available.

Nuclear Energy Institute
Association of International Certified Professional AccountantsSenior Manager, Public Affairs/Advocacy & Media – 7-8+ years’ experience in communications/media relations/public affairs required

Council on Foreign RelationsSenior Editor supporting a coming-soon CFR blog related to global healthcare – 3+ years related experience in journalism and/or copy editing with a thorough understanding of digital journalism desired; health policy background preferred.

NAACP (scroll to find) – Baltimore, MD
National Association of BroadcastersMarketing & Events Manager, NAB Education Foundation – 3-5 years’ experience desired.

BAE SystemsCommunications Intern – Summer 2019 – for current students with junior or senior academic standing upon start of internship

University of Maryland Medical System
Virginia State PolicePublic Relations Coordinator – media relations & graphic design experience desired – Chesterfield, Va. – apply by Mar. 18

Secular Coalition of AmericaInterns (scroll to find) – Summer 2019 – familiarity with WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite, graphic design software or video editing a plus

Center for International Private Enterprise
  • Media Coordinator
  • Interns (scroll to find) – Summer 2019 – specialties include anti-corruption/governance, communications & global programs
Marriott InternationalSenior Public Relations Manager, Experiential/Content & Marketing Innovation – 6+ years of relevant experience in public relations, media, marketing, business administration, or related field desired, as well as knowledge of consumer media & established media contacts in travel, lifestyle, entertainment, sports, food & fashion beats.

Washington Institute for Near East PolicyResearch Intern (scroll to find) – Summer 2019 – apply by Mar. 15

University of VirginiaAssistant Director, Enrollment Communication & Marketing for Degree Programs supporting the Darden School of Business – 2-5 years of experience in communications & marketing desired, along with knowledge of CRM platforms & audience segmentation – Charlottesville, Va.

… and finally – how about a job at a zoo or aquarium?  Here’s a few:

Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Knowledge, Proof, Leadership & Sanctuary

Association of Public & Land Grant UniversitiesAssistant Vice President, Research Advocacy & Policy –seeking candidates with 8-10+ years of experience in higher education, federal research policy, development, and implementation or in the legislative branch, with particular emphasis on science and research.

Public Knowledge, a group working to promote freedom of expression, an open internet, and access to affordable communications tools & creative works, has let us know they are recruiting for a Summer 2019 Communications Intern with strong communications & social media skills.

Proof Strategies
National Federation of Independent BusinessContent Strategy Director – 8+ years of relevant experience desired, including to 3-5 years in publishing/website work or as an editor/writer experience – search managed by Chaloner

Mystery employer in the banking sectorWeb & Social Media Content Coordinator – expert knowledge of major social media platforms & facility with related management tools required – search managed by the Creative Group

Hilton Hotels
Fair Budget CoalitionAdvocacy Manager (scroll to find) – $40k-$50k – 3+ years of non-profit experience desired.

U.S. Marshals ServiceCongressional Affairs Specialist – $96k-$126k – apply by Mar. 13

International Association of Chiefs of PoliceCommunications & Marketing Coordinator – 3+ years of relevant experience desired – apply by Mar. 25

Northern Virginia Transportation CommissionCommunications & Outreach Manager (pdf) – $80k-$100k – ideal  candidate  will  be  an  experienced  storyteller  who  has  worked  in  a  variety  of  mediums,  is  a  quick  study  of  complex public policy issues and has a demonstrated interest in transit, transportation, or economic development.

Climate Leadership Council (scroll to find)
National Marine Sanctuary Foundation Strategic Communications Director (pdf) – 3-5 years of communications experience desired, preferably with a corporate social responsibility program or nonprofit group – see also main career page

Paid Leave for the U.S.Press Secretary – $63k-$77k – 3-7 years experience in PR & pitching winning communications campaigns desired – DC, New York, or San Francisco, CA

U.S. Geological SurveyCongressional Liaison & Legislative Specialist – $68k-$106k – apply by Mar. 15

Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (scroll to find)
American Public Transportation AssociationLegislative Analyst – at least 1-2 years’ experience on Capitol Hill or in other public policy setting desired.

Immune Deficiency Foundation
Communications Coordinator – 2+ years of experience in communications, marketing, or graphic design preferred – Towson, MD

Monday, March 11, 2019

Springing Forward, Slowly

That first Monday morning after the clocks spring forward again is always a tough one for us (of course we also could have gone to bed earlier, instead of devoting a couple hours to the the 2009 Depp/Bale gangster opus Public Enemies).  Also, don't forget previously noted opportunities closing this week.

The United Nations Foundation is seeking a Senior Communications/Digital Media Officer supporting the Nothing But Nets Campaign – 8+ years of communications & digital media experience desired.

Fresh opportunities from our friends at the Urban Institute:
Despite the 30+ days ago date-stamp at the bottom of this listing, we’re told the Root Cause Coalition is still actively recruiting for a Public Relations Manager w/ 5+ years communications experience & strong writing/editing skills – $52k-$58k 

Women for Women International has shared these with us:
  • Major Gifts Officer – 3-5+ years of relevant experience of frontline fundraising experience desired –apply by March 18
  • multiple Summer 2019 Internships (scroll to find) available – specialties include communications, external events & development
National Academies of Science, Engineering & MedicineDirector of Communications supporting the Transportation Research Board – 8+ years’ experience that demonstrate your capabilities to plan, organize, and execute communications strategies desired.

American Hospital Association
Communications Specialist – 3-5 years’ required experience; background writing or editing content on health care issues a plus.

New with the American Physical Therapy Association since last week’s check-in:
Office of the Director of National Intelligence/OIGDirector of Communications – $96k-$164k – apply by Mar. 21

George Washington University
General Dynamics Information TechnologyStrategic Communications Specialist – 5+ years in communications, media, marketing, or other relevant discipline required.

American Nurses Association (scroll to find)
TEGNA Inc., the collection of TV/radio stations that was formerly part of Gannett, has a fresh call for a Director of Communications & Media Relations – 10+ years’ experience in corporate communications, public affairs or media relations; background in investor relations a plus.

Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD
MORI AssociatesSocial Media Communication Strategist supporting their NASA client – 5 years of experience in strategic, digital & social media communications required.

Barbaricum
Mercy for AnimalsDirector of Communications (scroll to find)  – $60k-$70k – communications management experience & extensive knowledge of the animal protection movement desired – DC or New York.

Sunday, March 10, 2019

Expiration Dated

Please enjoy your Sunday run of previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.

AT&TArea Manager, Corporate PACsMar. 11

BlueGreen AllianceExecutive DirectorMar. 11

DC Policy CenterExternal Relations & Development Associate – $55k-$65k – Mar. 11 

National Association of Attorneys General Program Specialist, Consumer Protection (pdf) – $40k-$42k – Mar. 11

Washington Post
DC Child & Family Services Agency Public Affairs Specialist – $92k-$118k – Mar. 12

Inter-American Development Bank Communications Coordinator/Consultant for the Climate Change & Sustainable Development Sector – 6-month term – Mar. 12

Library of Congress
Communications Specialist – $96k-$126k – Mar. 12

Administrative Office of the U.S. CourtsPublic Affairs Specialist/Digital Communications Analyst – $68k-$129k – Mar. 13

University of Maryland Director of Marketing, Fundraising CampaignsMar. 13

Smithsonian Institution
Individual & Gift-Planning Officer, National Museum of the American Indian (pdf) – Mar. 13

DC Dept. of Motor VehiclesPublic Information Officer – $104k-146k – Mar. 14 

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid ServicesPublic Affairs Specialist – $96k-$126k – Mar. 15

Dept. of Justice/Office of the U.S. AttorneysPublic Affairs Specialist – $96k-$148k – Mar. 15; subject to early closure

EarthRights InternationalCommunications CoordinatorMar. 15 

Episcopal Diocese of WashingtonCommunications Associate – part-time – Mar. 15

George Mason University
Nature Conservancy

Friday, March 8, 2019

Friday, at Last!

Hello Friday job-scrutinizers!  We hope one these great positions helps you wrap up your job-seek week on a productive note.

DC-based public affairs & communications cabal CLS Strategies has passed along this Managing Associate, Digital post suited for candidates with 5 years of experience working on digital components of political or issue-advocacy campaigns, as well as facility with online/social adverting – Summer 2019 general Intern and Digital Production Intern posts also available; these are paid positions

Our friends over at the U.S. Census Bureau have alerted us to this high-profile Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist role – $114k-$148k – apply by Mar. 20

Fresh opportunities from the League of Conservation Voters
The Washington Office on Latin America has shared this fresh Vice President for Communications (pdf) opportunity – 8-10 years of related experience in communications, journalism, advocacy, policy, or human rights desired; fluency in Spanish also a must.

British Embassy
America’s Essential HospitalsManager of Legislative Affairs – 5+ years of political experience focusing on health care issues required; Capitol Hill background strongly preferred

Atlantic Media
RaytheonSenior Manager, Public Relations – 10+ years of public relations/media relations experience desired, with an emphasis on defense or technology industry communications – Arlington, Va. or Tucson, AZ

 Opportunities with Old Town Alexandria-based communications firm Reingold (scroll to find):
American Academy of DermatologySenior Manager, Advocacy Communications – 8-10 years of communications & writing experience in an advocacy, non-profit, political, or corporate setting required; strong knowledge of health policy & key issues impacting the medical community also deemed essential. 

Center for American Progress
American UniversityProject Manager, Office of the President – position is responsible for planning, execution and implementation of complex, cross-divisional projects that support AU’s new strategic plan.

Pew Charitable Trusts
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid ServicesPublic Affairs Specialist – $96k-$126k – apply by Mar. 15

ACLU
Anne Lewis Strategiesmultiple opportunities (scroll to find) in digital strategy/execution, social media, advertising, social media, writing/editing noted, as well as Intern roles.

UNITE HERE
Self-described boutique Capitol Hill lobbying firm with a primary focus on the food & agriculture industries Michael Torrey Associates seeks Director with 4-6 years of legislative and/or communications experience.

Best wishes for a cheerful & restorative weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

Thursday, March 7, 2019

47 for Your Thursday

1) We won’t make you wait until our usual Monday check-in for opportunities at George Washington University to see this Senior Communications Associate (note: title, link & pay-grade just updated) post supporting GW’s Elliott School of International Affairs – $58k-$80k – 2+ years relevant experience desired; background in public education programs a plus.

2-3) The New America Foundation has shared these with us:
  • Communications Manager supporting the Open Technology Institute – $65k+
  • multiple Summer 2019 Intern (scroll to find) posts now available –  paid positions – specialties include education policy digital communications, early & elementary education, data journalism, communications, higher education, and legal/public policy
4-7) Opportunities from Resources for the Future
8-9) Accenture
10) American Red CrossRegional Philanthropy Officer, Foundations

11) Arc AspicioConsulting Associate, Communications & Strategy

12) Booz Allen HamiltonMedia Relations Manager

13-16) Brookings Institution
17) Casey Trees Engagement Assistant (pdf) – part-time

18) Foundation for the Defense of DemocraciesInterns – Summer 2019 – specialties include communications, design/digital, research & national security

19) GenslerPublic Relations Manager, Southeast Region

20-24) Georgetown University
25-26) Inter-American Development Bank
27) International Monetary FundCommunications Assistant – apply by Mar. 8

28-29) Ketchum
30) Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission/Prince George’s Parks & RecreationPublic Information Coordinator – $60k-$103k – apply by Apr. 16

31-32) Millennial Action Project
33) National Alliance on Mental IllnessDirector of Communications – apply by Mar. 27

34-36) Nature Conservancy
37) PAIDirector of Foundation Relations – search managed by Koya Leadership Partners

38) PBSSocial Media Manager

39) Peter G. Peterson FoundationExecutive Assistant – New York

40-42) SEIU
43-44) SGR LLC (scroll to find)
45) Washington, DC Economic PartnershipExecutive Assistant

46-47) Washington Post

Wednesday, March 6, 2019

A Pretty Solid Mid-Week Set

Financial security & economic opportunity advocate Prosperity Now has shared this Communications Associate opportunity suited for candidates with 3+ years’ experience managing digital media campaigns & stakeholder outreach.

Affordable & quality healthcare advocate Families USA is seeking a Director of Medicaid Initiatives with 8+ years of experience working on Medicaid issues at the federal level and/or state-level, or with a focus on state-level delivery system reform.

The American Academy of Physician Assistants is seeking a Director, Media Relations with at least 5-7 years of communications/media relations experience – we’re also told that pay is in the $95k area – see also main career page

Freedman Consulting is in search mode for a Project Manager (scroll to find) – 7-10+ years of previous policy, legislative, consulting, communications, and/or research experience desired.

Per the comments, we see that the U.S. Impact Investing Alliance is seeking a Program Assistant/Senior Program Assistant with familiarity with or interest in impact investing and legislative and regulatory processes.

Opportunities with FHI360, an international development group dedicated to improving lives through integrated, locally driven solutions:
Airlink works with aviation & logistics partners to transport response personnel and emergency supplies for NGOs responding to disasters & other humanitarian crises – they seek a Communications Manager with 3 years of related experience.

America Forward, a group working to unite social entrepreneurs with policymakers to advance a public policy agenda to help address America’s most pressing social problems, seeks exceptional communicator, strong writer, consensus builder, and creative and analytical thinker for their Director of Government Affairs role – search managed by NPAG

Waxman StrategiesEnvironment Intern – Summer 2019 – $15-$20/hr – excellent communications skills & thoughtful perspectives on environmental topics required.

The Moak Group (scroll to find)
Environmental & Energy Study InstituteExecutive Director (scroll to find) – 10+ years of experience in the policy and/or environment field desired – search managed by Mariner Management

SOS Children’s Villages USA
– searches managed by Koya Leadership Partners
Intuitive SurgicalSenior Director of Government Affairs, US – 12+ years of combined experience in corporate government affairs, as a congressional staffer, and/or in a regulatory agency desired;  some combination of the three is preferred

American Cleaning InstituteManager, Government Affairs – 4+ years of experience on Capitol Hill; other public policy or related background a plus.

WETA
AT&TArea Manager, Corporate PACs – 3-5+ years of directly related experience required – apply by Mar. 11

After School AllianceCommunications Associate – outstanding writing skills and knowledge & proficiency in social media management & email marketing desired.

American Institute of Physics
Mystery national telecom & media companyExecutive Assistant, Government Relations – ideal candidate will have experience working in a congressional office; exposure to telecom regulatory environment a plus.

Democratic Congressional Campaign CommitteeDirector of Battleground Fundraising – at least two previous cycles of political fundraising experience required.

Capitol Hill
Montgomery CountyDirector, Office of Public Information (pdf) – Master’s degree in journalism, public relations or related field desired, plus 7 years of related experience

Food Corps
University of VirginiaDigital Marketing & Social Media Coordinator, School of Architecture – $37k-$43k – passion for digital storytelling & experience using social media channels for promotion & brand-building desired – Charlottesville, Va.

… and finally: perhaps a few Spring & Summer months as a Dockhand for Guest Services down at the Tidal Basin would work for you – CPR/first aid certification desired.