September Checks Out

Women for Women International is looking for an Associate Digital Producer to manage social media accounts and develop content to engage supporters with their work – 2-4 years’ experience in international development and/or communications desired – we’re told they are looking to fill this spot ASAP.

The Organic Trade Association has checked in to let us know that this Director of Legislative Affairs post is still available – Hill LA/LD background & strong relationship-building skills desired; experience with Capwiz & Salesforce applications a plus, as is knowledge of lobbying disclosure & reporting requirements. 

Helicopter Association International

• Vice President of Government Affairs
• Director of Communications & Public Relations
• Communications Coordinator
• Editor

Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids – Director, Fund Development – responsibilities appear to chiefly involve writing & content development supporting fundraising operations. 

Environics PR – Senior Account Exec (scroll to find) – 4+ years of PR experience required, including pitching to consumer, business & trade media outlets.

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities is seeking a grad student or recent grad for 3-4 month, part-time Research Assistant role assisting with the Challenge of Change project exploring the role of universities in helping the world become food secure – apply by Oct. 5

Pew Research Center

• Web Producer
• Research Assistant, Internet, Science & Technology
• Research Associate, Internet, Science & Technology
• Writer/Editor, Internet, Science & Technology

Pew Charitable Trusts – Senior Policy Associate, State & Local Fiscal Health – your 4+ years’ experience in the public policy arena should demonstrate understanding of state budget & tax policy and/or economic development issues.

Deloitte – Communications/PR Manager, Audit Group – 5+ years of relevant experience required

Charles E. Smith Life Communities – Director, Communication – seeking candidates with a minimum of 15 years of experience in communication, marketing, public relations, media relations, journalism, or similar field; d familiarity with DC-area philanthropy, Jewish organizations, seniors, health-care, long-term care, and/or social service preferred.

British Embassy

• Head of Politics, Press & Public Affairs – $55k – fluency in Spanish desired – Miami, FL – apply by Oct. 14
• Communications Coordinator – $49k – New York – apply by Oct. 20

Here’s a very fresh Media & Communications Specialist (scroll to find) opportunity with BCS Inc. – 5+ years’ experience & strong communication, writing, and copyediting skills are a must; familiarity with energy-related matters, technology issues, digital communications/multimedia & social media a plus.

Mystery disease-focused advocacy organization – Senior Director of Communications – at least 12 years of experience in media relations & communications desired – search managed by Chanoner Associates

American University – opportunities with WAMU 88.5 FM, except as noted at end of list:

• Host
• Senior Producer – $60k-$90k
• Digital Producer – $65k-$75k
• Managing Producer – $60k-$90k
• Producer, WAMU 88.5 FM – $55k-$65k
• Associate Producer – $50k-$60k – and another one w/ that title
• Assistant Producer for The Big Listen
• Event Coordinator, Business School – $21-$28/hr – and another with that title

Mystery employer – Interactive Copywriter – long-term contract basis – previous agency experience and the ability to work in a fast paced environment are musts – search managed by the Creative Group

… and finally: Across the Pond is an EPL futbol web-yakfest hosted by four Yanks; your spot on the bench would be Web & Social Media/Audio Producer Intern.

Oktoberfest season continues apace – here's this weekend's highlights:

• Avery Barrel-Aged Bottle Night – Rustico Alexandria – Sept. 30
• Fort Belvoir Oktoberfest (Va.) – Sept. 30-Oct. 2
• Frederick Oktoberfest (MD) – Sept. 30-Oct. 1
• Capitol City Oktoberfest – Shirlington, Va. – Oct. 1
• Vienna Oktoberfest (Va.) – Oct. 1
• Strasburg Oktoberfest (Va.) – Oct. 1
• Capital Ale House Oktoberfest – Fredericksburg, Va. – Oct. 1
• Rotary Oktoberfest of Carrol County – Westminster, MD – Oct. 1-2
• Otoberplex – Maryland SoccerPlex/Boyds, MD – Oct. 2