Tuesday, January 31, 2017

Tuesday Focus: Digital Communications & Social Media

For your Tuesday specialty programming, we hone on on jobs in the digital & online communications and social media space.

340B HealthSocial Media/Communications Manager

AARP Community Strategist, Social Media

Aspen InstituteDigital Project Manager

Booz Allen Hamilton
Social Media Specialist

BSIDigital Marketing Manager

CARE Advocacy Social Media Coordinator

Catholic University
Associate Director of Digital Content (pdf) – apply by Mar. 1

CBS RadioWeb Content Manager

Center for American ProgressDigital Media Associate

DDC Digital Media Associate

FleishmanHillard
George Washington UniversityWeb Content Specialist, School of Medicine & Health Sciences
 
gmmb
Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine Digital Communications Specialist (search keyword digital)

HonorSociety.org Digital Marketing & Content Manager

Human Rights CampaignContent Producer

iHeartMediaDigital Content Coordinator

Johns Hopkins University
Website Specialist, School of Education – $41k-$56k – Baltimore, MD

M+R
Motion Picture Academy of AmericaDirector, Digital Advocacy & Communications – see also main career page

Mystery employerContent Manager – freelance status – search managed by the Creative Group

National Association of Independent SchoolsDigital Media Manager – see also main career page

National Association of ManufacturersDigital Communications Manager

National Association of RealtorsManager of Digital Strategy

National Federation of Independent BusinessSocial Media Marketing Manager

Oceana
Web Editor

Providge Consulting
Digital Content Manager (search DC location) – 6-month term

Save the ChildrenManager, Social Media & Digital Communications

TEGNA Inc.

U.S News & World Report
Volunteers of America Social Media Manager

Washington RedskinsDigital Media Intern and Redskins.com Intern

West End Strategy TeamDigital Content Manager

Women for Women InternationalDigital Marketing Officer

Monday, January 30, 2017

Five Sisters of Arlington

Hello Monday!  Don't forget yesterday's run of previously noted opportunities closing this week.  OK, here we go.

Verto Solutions, a DC-based professional management firm, is looking for a Communications Associate with 4-6 years’ PR experience to help support food, agriculture, and science-related clients. Association experience and website update skills a plus.

The National Recreation & Park Association has just passed these along to us:
End Citizens United PAC, a progressive organization dedicated to getting big money out of politics, is currently seeking a well-organized & motivated Intern (scroll to find) with some knowledge of political campaigns for the Spring semester – paid position.

Sister Cities InternationalCommunications Director – did you know that Arlington’s (yes, we know, it’s really a county but apparently SCI’s cool about that kind of thing) international siblings are: Coyoacan, Mexico; Aachen, Germany; Reims, France; San Miguel, El Salvador; and Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine?

Fresh opportunities with Women for Women International:
MedStar Washington Hospital CenterSenior Content & Media Strategist – 7+ years journalism or PR/communications experience required; healthcare communications background preferred

M+RAccount Coordinator – 6 months to one year of earned media & communications experience required – DC, New York, Los Angeles, or San Francisco, CA

U.S. Global Leadership Council
Here’s a very fresh Director of Communications opportunity with the African Wildlife Foundation – at least 10 years of years of related experience required, including significant work in media relations & strategic communications. 

We won’t make you wait until our usual Thursday check-in with the Brookings Institution to see this Communications Manager supporting their Global Economy & Development Program and the Center for Universal Education

New opportunities via Talent Market:
  • R Street InstituteSenior Project Manager – experience managing foundation or corporate grants particularly valued
  • Bill of Rights InstituteMarketing Director – prior classroom teaching experience among desired attributes/skills
gmmb seeks Assistant Account Exec and another staffer with that same title; the latter post appears to be in support of a global health-related clients

This Account Manager/Account Director opportunity is new since our mid-January check-in with Porter-Novelli – issues management expertise in food & nutrition; beverage experience or experience managing sugar-related issues are a plus – DC or New York 

Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence
American LegionMedia Relations Manager (scroll to find) – $76k-$100k – 5-8 years’ relevant experience required; military & spokesperson background a plus. 

New since our early-Dec. check-in with Oxfam America:
DC Dept. of HealthDirector of Communications – $110k-$154k – apply by Feb. 22

George Washington University
Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD

Sunday, January 29, 2017

For a Limted Time Only

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

Asia FoundationEvents & Stewardship Associate – San Francisco, CA – Jan. 30

Virginia Beach Convention & Visitor Bureau – can also search here, under officials & administrators category
Dept. of Veterans Affairs/National Cemetery AdministrationExecutive Director, Public Engagement – $124k-$187k – Jan. 31

Eurasia Foundation
International Crisis Group Deputy DirectorJan. 31

House of Representatives, Office of the Clerk
Nature Conservancy
Recreation Vehicle Industry AssociationState Government Affairs ManagerJan. 31

U.S. Commission on International Religious FreedomDirector of Communications – $100k-$140k – Jan. 31 [edit: this job expired on Dec. 31] 

World LearningMarketing Coordinator supporting the Experiment in International Living 6-month term – Jan. 31 

World Bank
State Dept.Public Affairs Specialist – $79k-$123k – Feb. 1

Association of American UniversitiesVice President for CommunicationsFeb. 3

National Conference of State Legislatures Staff Coordinator, Foundation for State Legislatures – $41k+ – Denver, CO – Feb. 3

Friday, January 27, 2017

Having a Persistent, Sinus-Blocking Cold Sucks, Popular Public Affairs Jobs Board Reports

Boy, do we hope we're nearing the end of Cough & Congestion Fest 2017.  Anyone else who's been forced to hit the Sudafed or Mucinex hard recently has our sympathy.  Enjoy the jobs.

The Herald Group is in search mode for a Public Affairs Associate/Senior Associate with 1-3 years of communications experience in a PR agency, corporation, association or on Capitol Hill; public policy communications background a plus

Venn Strategies seeks entry-level Client Affairs Associate (scroll to find) to support legislative and public affairs practice focused on health and economic policy issues.

Here’s a fresh Program Manager, Research & Communications post with testing/assessment mainstay ACT – minimum of two years of related experience required, including work synthesizing high-level, detailed content for wide audiences & media relations skill-set.

The American Registry for Internet Numbers is seeking a Social Media and Outreach Coordinator to coordinate their external outreach activities and provide support for communications, PR, media and social media efforts – Chantilly, Va. location

The Council for Christian Colleges & Universities seeks a Strategic Communication Faculty & Track Coordinator – Master’s degree in a communication-related field required; Ph.D. candidates are preferred – apply by Feb. 9 to get in first round of resume review.

The Peter G. Peterson Foundation, long-time advocate for sound & sustainable Federal fiscal policy, is actively recruiting for this New York-based Press Secretary opportunity – existing relationships with tier one news outlets & experience with a political campaign or policy organization preferred – search managed by LeaderFit

The Economic Innovation Group has a spot available for an Economic Research & Policy Fellow (scroll to find) – Master’s degree in relevant field (e.g. public policy, economics, development) is required – Feb. or Mar. 2017 start date

World Wildlife FundSpecialist, Media & External Affairs – minimum 4 years’ experience in public relations or journalism required; background in communications related to environmental issues or other scientific fields preferred.

American UniversityDevelopment Coordinator, Planned Giving – $24-$30/hr – experience in a higher education setting desired

British Embassy –  Senior Policy Advisor, Low Carbon – $80k – background in low-carbon policy deemed essential, as are existing connections to relevant stakeholders in Government, Congress, Industry, and NGOs – apply by Feb. 15

Brookings InstitutionResearch Assistant, Foreign Policy – minimum of two year’s relevant research experience required; understanding of Middle Eastern affairs preferred.

Georgetown University
Heritage FoundationDevelopment Writer – at least 4-5 years of experience required; background in fundraising and or journalism preferred.

Nature Conservancy
Pew Research Center
Pew Charitable Trusts
Best wishes for a lovely and cough-free weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource, 

Wednesday, January 25, 2017

Under-the-Weather Report

Thursday update: still sick, hope to have a new set Friday.

We're not back to full strength yet, but we've got some fine direct-to-us submissions (everything prior to the Capitol Hill listings) that we needed to share with you.  

The National Home Infusion Association is in the market for a dynamic, self-directed Marketing Communications Manager (scroll to find) with 3-5 years of communications experience, preferably in healthcare; exceptional writing & proofreading skills with impeccable attention to details a must – Metro -proximate Old Town Alexandria location.

Downtown DC-based communications cabal kglobal seeks an Account Supervisor with 6-8 years of relevant experience in public relations or related fields; strong project management, media relations & writing/editing skills also required. 

The Consumer Healthcare Products Association has a fresh Director, Communications & Media Relations opportunity suited for aspirants with 7-10 years of experience in communications & media relations; background in crisis management and healthcare communications/advocacy also desired.

The Urban Institute has just passed along this Email Outreach Manager post – 5+ years’ experience, ideally in digital communications or email marketing in a nonprofit or public policy setting required; proficiency with email marketing platforms & CRM systems, particularly Salesforce, is valued.

VOX Global reports they still have a spot on the roster for a Public Affairs Intern for the Spring 2017 (as in, right now) term – paid position – top notch research, analytical & communication skills required.

The Center for Strategic and International Studies is seeking a Communications & Social Media Intern to help develop & manage CSIS’s social media channels, along with admin & outreach work foe External Relations team – starting ASAP – apply by Jan 31.

Squared Communications seeks Public Relations Intern (scroll to find) with excellent communication skills, creative mindset, and attentiveness to details – $11/hr – February start date preferred for this full-time post.

Capitol Hill
  • Congresswoman Dina Titus (D-NV) – Intern
  • Rep. Ralph Abraham (R-LA) – Intern
  • Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA) – Intern
  • NC DemocratIntern
American Society of Consultant PharmacistsDigital Media Coordinator – 2-4 years’ experience managing online content & using content management systems desired.

Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids
New since just last Thursday with the American Red Cross
WGL HoldingsCommunications Specialist (search keyword communications or use req ID 1084BR) – minimum of 3 years of experience in corporate communications & public or media relations required; background in utilities, safety, or consumer communications & publications preferred.

Reveille Group – see also main careers page
University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.

Monday, January 23, 2017

DCPA+CJ: Catch the Fever!

Actually, we hope you don't catch the fever that's currently derailing us.  In that light, we'll be skipping Tuesday & look forward to seeing you again Wednesday.  And don't forget Sunday's run of previously noted opportunities closing this week.

George Washington UniversityAssociate of Marketing & Communications supporting the Center for Excellence in Public Leadership – seeking candidates with a strong background in marketing & communications as well as proven ability to drive successful online campaigns & in-person events to reach target audiences.

Education Week is in search mode for a creative and enterprising Editorial Lead (scroll to find) to guide its Teacher online vertical and to direct coverage of the teaching profession across all its digital and print platforms – demonstrated experience with a range of digital storytelling & tools, and strong engagement with digital trends are musts.

The Association for Advanced Life Underwriting seeks Assistant Director, Legislative Affairs with 5-7 years of experience in federal legislative affairs, preferably in the areas of tax, retirement, financial services, and/or broad-based economic policy issues – JD or other grad degree preferred.

Amazon
Dumbarton Oaks, the Georgetown-based research institute of Harvard University specializing in Byzantine, Pre-Columbian, and Garden and Landscape Studies, seeks Communications Manager to handle duties that include planning & implementing social media & communications strategy and leading an institutional rebranding campaign to update and streamline print & digital outlets.

In late October, we referenced this Press Representative for Contemporary Culture post with the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and now we see it freshly noted on PRSA’s fine career center… so get to it & help fill this neat opportunity, OK?

Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD
Dept. of Veterans Affairs/National Cemetery AdministrationExecutive Director, Public Engagement – $124k-$187k – apply by Jan. 31

Prince George’s Community CollegeAssistant Director, Public Relations – $69k-$76k – seeking candidates with experience writing press releases & web news content and a successful record of pitching news & coordinating national and local media coverage.

Fresh opportunities with Booz Allen Hamilton since our early-January check-in:
Office of the DC Deputy Mayor for EducationCommunications Specialist – 4+ years of related experience desired.

Washington Regional Transplant CommunityManager, Media Relations & Communications – 5+ years’  experience in media relations, communications, community health and public education or PR required – see also main career page.

Virginia Beach Convention & Visitor Bureau – can also search here, under officials & administrators category
World BankCommunications Advisor – focus on CEO communications including speechwriting – apply by Jan. 31

The American Diabetes Association seeks a Managing Director, Corporate Alliances/Healthcare to define the organization's corporate development strategy & identify new opportunities to grow portfolio engagement to increase revenue including corporate partnerships, commercial co-ventures, social enterprises & sponsorships.

National Conference of State Legislatures – Denver, CO
The Seafood Nutrition Partnership is casting their nets to bring aboard a Communications Manager with 3-5 years of relevant experience, exceptional writing skills, and facility with social median & content management systems.

A mystery DC-based crisis management & public affairs firm seeks Communications Professional – deemed entry-level, but some experience in public affairs, government relations or trade association work would be ideal, as well as graphics/InDesign skills.

World Resources Institute
RaytheonDirector of International Communications – 10+ years of communications experience & exemplary writing skills required; defense industry background a plus

Sunday, January 22, 2017

For Your Re-Review

Previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.

Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceResearch Assistant, U.S. Role in the WorldJan. 23 – see also main career page 

Dept. of Defense Supervisory Communications Specialist supporting the POW/MIA Accounting Agency – $112k-$145k – Jan. 23

Environmental Law InstituteResearch Associate – $34k – Jan. 23 

Inter-American Development BankSenior Communications Consultant (search DC location or job # 1600003793) supporting climate change division – 24-to-36 mo. term – Spanish language skills required; Portuguese or French a plus – Jan. 23

ReThink Media Media Associate. Peace & Security Communications CollaborativeJan. 23

University of Maryland, Baltimore Director of MarketingJan. 24 

World BankOnline Communications Officer supporting Climate Investment FundsJan. 24 

Food Safety & Inspection ServiceCommunications Manager – $131k-$161k – Jan. 25

Mystery federal contractorMultimedia News Editor & Outreach Specialist supporting NSF's Science360 News Service – $48k-$51k – Jan. 25

Nature Conservancy Executive Assistant, Washington & Corporate Engagement – Seattle, WA – Jan. 26

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Service AdministrationSupervisory Legislative Analyst – $131k-$161k – Jan. 26

Woodrow Wilson CenterWriter/Editor – $66k-$86k – Jan. 26

Tennessee Valley AuthorityWashington RepresentativeJan. 27

Montgomery County, MDPublic Information Officer (search general/professional category or use keyword IRC24114) – $62k-$103k – Jan. 28

British Embassy

Friday, January 20, 2017

Chapter 45

Our nation's story starts a new chapter today; it's impossible to know where the next four years (or even four days) will take America, but we're hoping for the best from our new twitter-loving Chief.  We also hope one of these opportunities help you write your next chapter.  Happy hunting.

Young Invincibles a self-described national Millennial research & advocacy group amplifying the voices of young adults in the political process and expanding economic opportunity for our generation, has just passed along this Press Secretary (pdf) opportunity – 4-6 years of press experience desired, with a preference for background in policy, government relations, or advocacy.

The National Association of Independent Schools is in search mode for a Digital Media Manager with at least 4 years of relevant experience, excellent writing & editing skills, and proficiency with CMS or email marketing systems.

The Center for Science in the Public Interest is actively recruiting for this Chief Regulatory Affairs Counsel opportunity suited to candidates with a JD and at least 10 years of legislative or regulatory advocacy experience; health/science knowledge a valuable plus.

The Council on Foundations is looking to bring aboard a Marketing Associate to manage social media, email marketing, print collateral, paid advertising, and video production – 2+ years’ marketing/communications experience desired.

From the comments field, we’re told of these opportunities with children’s advocacy nonprofit First Focus:
Louis Berger & AssociatesCommunications Specialist – minimum 6 years of experience in corporate/strategic communications & fluency in Spanish required; background with professional services or architectural/engineering firm a plus.

American University
Atlantic MediaDesigner, Data & Information for Quartz Creative – New York

State Dept.Public Affairs Specialist – $79k-$123k – apply by Feb. 1

Dept. of Defense Supervisory Communications Specialist supporting the POW/MIA Accounting Agency – $112k-$145k – apply by Jan. 23

Pew Charitable Trusts
Restore America’s EstuariesExternal Affairs Manager – at least three years' related experience required, preferably in a non-profit advocacy environment – apply by Feb. 17

Opportunities to be a part of the essential work fighting human trafficking at Polaris:
The Atlantic Council of the U.S. seeks Executive Director (scroll to find) to helm the Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center – excellent Spanish language skills required; Portuguese a plus.

British Embassy
… and finally: first and foremost, we're looking for contributors who love to sweat – that’s the come-on from online fitness & health resources guide FITT for a Content Writer opportunity for their DC outlet.  Here's our local fitness tip for today & Saturday: a run on the National Mall is probably not going to work.

Thursday, January 19, 2017

Stay Tuned for More

We're a work-in-progress on this just-the-jobs Thursday.  Check back later for more. Update: we're now finished for the day.

1) Our friends at the Center for Science in the Public Interest are still actively recruiting for this Manager of Online Communications opportunity – 2-4 years of experience using social media in an advocacy setting will merit you consideration.

2-5) We’ve been fans of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute ever since seeing a 60 Minutes segment on them more than a decade ago – here’s some current opportunities to join the Chevy Chase-based operation:
6) We have it on good authority that the Foundation for the National Institutes for Health is still looking to fill part-time Spring 2017 Communications Intern and Development/Advancement Intern (pdfs) posts – social media & graphic design skills desired for the communications role

7) American Cancer SocietyInterns, Summer 2017 (scroll to find) – grassroots, global advocacy & media advocacy specialties noted

8) American Red CrossSocial Engagement Associate

9) CelgeneDirector, Public Relations

10) Comcast Corporate & Government Relations Intern

11) Congressional Budget OfficeCommunications Intern, Summer 2017 – $16-$27/hr – apply by Mar. 31

12) Earth Resources TechnologiesCommunication & Outreach Specialist

13) Food Safety & Inspection ServiceCommunications Manager – $131k-$161k – apply by Jan. 25

14-16) Georgetown University
17) MetroStar SystemsLegislative Affairs Specialist supporting a national security-related government employer – Fort Meade, MD

18) Recreation Vehicle Industry AssociationState Government Affairs Manager – apply by Jan. 31

19) SodexoVice President, Digital Public Relations

20) WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart DiseaseManager, Communications

21-22) Consumer Technology Association
23-24) International Christian Concern
25) Nature ConservancyDevelopment Planning Specialist – apply by Feb. 14

26-27) National Partnership for Women & Families
28) Sage Communications –  PR Intern

29-30) University of Maryland, Baltimore
31) Atlas ResearchHealth Care Communications Consultant

32-34) Center for Community Change
35) Corporation for Supportive HousingState Policy Director (pdf)

36-37) Go BIG Media (scroll to find)
38) InfoWEST Group Staff Writer/Communications Specialist

39) Issue OnePolicy Analyst/Writer

40) Substance Abuse & Mental Health Service AdministrationSupervisory Legislative Analyst – $131k-$161k – apply by Jan. 26

41-42) American Library Association
43-44) Arc Aspicio
45) Conservation Land FoundationDirector of Government Affairs – apply by Jan. 22

47) Defenders of Wildlife
48) German Marshall Fund of the U.S.Communications Officer, Media & Website

49) VerizonGovernment Relations Consultant

50) Violence Policy CenterDevelopment & Communications Associate
more to come OK, all done –

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Hard-Pressed to Come Up With a Clever Title Today

FacebookPolicy Communications Manager – 8+ years of experience managing press and stakeholder relations in a public policy, issues management or public affairs sought.

The DCI Group is actively recruiting for an Account Associate with 1-2 years’ work experience to join the team; campaign-style issue research experience & proficiency in social networking tools considered plusses.

Montgomery County, MDPublic Information Officer (search general/professional category or use keyword IRC24114) – $62k-$103k – apply by Jan. 28

Capitol Hill
Lockheed Martin seeks Senior Communications Representative for work supporting their Cyber Solutions and Littoral Ships & Systems market segments – communications experience in the defense, manufacturing, or technology sectors desired – DC or Baltimore/Hanover, MD

We won’t make you wait until the usual Friday mentions of opportunities at the Pew Charitable Trusts to see this very fresh Communications Manager post.

These healthcare/health policy-focused posts appear to be new since last Friday’s check-in with APCO Worldwide:
Mystery employerContent Producer – $60k-$70k – fluency in Spanish required – search managed by the Creative Group

These Policy Advisor and (or?) Senior Policy Advisor posts with Mercy Corps appear to be new with since our early-Dec. check-in

Lupus Foundation of America
Northrop GrummanCommunications Manager – confident communicator & presenters particularly valued

National Cooperative Business Association
Communications Manager (scroll to find) – part-time – seeking candidates with a broad set of skills in areas including layout & design, printing/publishing, digital media/social media, and video production. 

Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Organization, Institute, Roundtable, Network, Council, Center, Agency, University, March, Society & Association

Don't forget previously noted opportunities closing this week.

The Chief Executives Organization, a networking group for the folks-running-the-show community, seeks Director of Marketing & Communications with a track record of successful interactions with high-profile global business leaders & strong project/process management skills – search managed by Staffing Advisors

This Government Relations Manager post with the Competitive Enterprise Institute would have been a good fit for last week’s Think Tank Jobs Special had it been out then – at least 5 years of combined experience on Capitol Hill and working in coalition development required – search managed by Talent Market

Also fresh via Talent Market, we see this Vice President of Marketing & Communications with the Philanthropy Roundtable – experience building communications strategies focused on reaching groups such as high-net-worth individuals, and/or the foundation community desired.

Chesapeake Climate Action Network
National Council of Urban Indian HealthExecutive Director – experience with or within Urban Indian Health Programs and demonstrated familiarity with the federal and state regulatory process required.

The Capital Research Center, a group scrutinizing how foundations, charities, and other nonprofits spend money & get involved in politics and advocacy, seeks a Research Assistant to assist with the digging & reporting – Intern opportunities also noted

Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America (you may need to scroll to find)
MedStar HealthMedical Writer Associate –2-3 of experience in manuscript writing & editing required, as well as an interest in academic/medical editing/publishing.

Mystery communications agencyBrand Account Manager – to $90k – seeking candidates with 7-8 years’ account management experience, preferably in an agency environment – search managed by Creative Circle

Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD
Mystery Bethesda-based employerMarketing Coordinator – temp-to-hire status – search managed by the BOSS Group

March of DimesDevelopment Manager – at 3 least years of related experience desired – Richmond or Charlottesville, Va.

Meals on Wheels America
American Constitution SocietySummer 2017 Clerk as well as longer-term Fellow (scroll to find) opportunities noted

George Washington University
Illinois Nurses AssociationLegislative Representative – Chicago, IL

Sunday, January 15, 2017

Your Abbreviated Sunday Repeats

Here's your somewhat-slender set of previously-noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week.  Happy hunting.

We'll leave Monday to the remembrance of Dr. King, and we'll see you again Tuesday.

University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.
British Embassy
Nature Conservancy
Patent & Trademark Office Public Affairs Specialist – $54k-$71k – Jan. 17 

World Wildlife FundCorporate Engagement CoordinatorJan. 17

Food Safety & Inspection Service
seeks Public Affairs Specialist supporting USDA Food Safety Discovery Zone – $54k-$103k – Jan. 18

Open Society Foundation – Project Head, Contested Spaces Initiative – New York – Jan. 20

Friday, January 13, 2017

Look Both Ways Before Crossing

Happy (and safe) Friday the 13th to you all.  Hopefully you'll have some good luck with one of these... or at least you will get through the day without any scratches, literal or metaphorical.

1) The American Academy of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery has shared this fresh Program Manager, Communications post with 1-3 years’ relevant experience demonstrating strong writing U organizational chops – Metro-proximate Old Town location

2) The Association of American Universities seeks a Vice President for Communications with senior level experience in strategic integrated communications, knowledge of higher education & university research, and understanding of government relations – apply by Feb. 3

3) The Education Writers Association is looking for an Events Coordinator with at least 2 years of experience in event and/or conference planning in a corporate or nonprofit setting; background in membership management a plus.

4) The Organic Trade Association is actively seeking a Communications Coordinator with strong writing/editing skills & experience using e-communications tools

5) The International Society for Stem Cell Research is actively looking to fill this DC-based Policy Director to work with global leaders in stem cell research to increase the organization’s influence in regulatory & governmental decision-making around the world – suited to applicants with 5-10 years of experience in advocacy, legislative, or policy-making efforts, as well as knowledge of the scientific research enterprise.

6) The Woodrow Wilson Center is in search mode for a talented Writer/Editor to produce a variety of content including articles, opinion pieces, speeches & more across multiple platforms – $66k-$86k – apply by Jan. 26

7) Advancement Project Managing Director of Communications

8) American Enterprise InstituteInterns, Summer 2017 (scroll down) – numerous specialties noted

9) American Hospital AssociationPAC Specialist

10) American Physical Therapy AssociationSenior Public & Media Relations Specialist

11) American UniversityCoordinator, On-Air Campaign for WAMU-88.5 FM – temporary through Apr. 2017

12) America’s Essential HospitalsLegislative Affairs Associate

13-14) APCO Worldwide
15) ASIS InternationalDigital Communications Manager

16-19) Atlantic Media
20) British EmbassyTrade & Investment Officer, Energy/Environment & Infrastructure – $69k – Chicago, IL – apply by Jan. 29

21) BRTRC Federal SolutionsCongressional Affairs Analyst – Aberdeen, MD

22) Camris InternationalCommunications/Legislative Affairs Program Specialist

23) EmersonManager, Government Relations (search DC location or req ID (17000207)

24) FleishmanHillardInterns (scroll to find) – opportunities in DC & other major cities noted

25-26) Georgetown University
27) IntelsatCorporate Communications Manager – see also main career page

28-32) Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
33) Michael Baker InternationalPublic Engagement Specialist/Planner

34) Mystery Alexandria-based non-profit Creative Manager – $60k-$75k – search managed by Alijon

35) Mystery downtown DC trade associationCommunications Coordinator – $39k-$41k

36) Mystery federal contractorMultimedia News Editor & Outreach Specialist supporting the National Science Foundation’s Science360 News Service – $48k-$51k – apply by Jan. 25

37) Mystery law firmCompliance/PAC Manager

38) NAACPEnvironmental & Climate Justice Communications Manager – Baltimore, MD

39) NAFSA: Association of International EducatorsCoordinator, Conference Program & Communications

40-43) Nature Conservancy
44) Patent & Trademark Office Public Affairs Specialist – $54k-$71k – apply by Jan. 17
 

45-50) Porter-Novelli
51) Tax AnalystsCopy Editor

52) URACContent Marketing & Media Strategist

53) World at WorkLobbyist (scroll to find)

54-55) World Bank supporting their Climate Investment Funds
56-57) … and finally: hopefully your overlords at the California Life Sciences Association will require your presence at their San Diego-based HQ a couple of times a year to report on your DC-based activities as:
Best wishes for a terrific weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource, and for lovely people we know (and any of you folks reading) who are going though some real challenges, hang in there – it'll get better.

Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Keep Your Eyes on the Road, Your Hands Upon the Wheel

Thursday update: no new post today – catch you Friday with a (hopefully) good-sized set to finish your week.

Additional Thursday update: this may be too late in the game to help you, but we did just stumble onto these Federal Relations/Public Affairs Assistant and Federal Relations Assistant opportunities at the Association of American Universities with an apply today, Jan. 12 deadline.

Today's haul has you helping with the hauling in service of the USDA or UVa.  Safe travels to all.

Apprio is seeking an experienced Communications Analyst (scroll to find) to support the USAID Global Development Lab – your 4-6 years’ relevant will ideally demonstrate strong media pitching/placement chops.

Sphere Consulting has put out the call for a PAC/Fundraising & Corporate Events Director with superior organizational & communications skills; event management experience a plus.

The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools is actively seeking a Federal Policy Government Relations Coordinator with at least 2 years of advocacy, policy, Hill, or communications experience; previous experience with education reform issues a plus.

The United States Fashion Industry Association is seeking a Marketing & Communications Coordinator with at least one 1 year of experience in marketing, sales, and/or event planning; Adobe Creative Suite skills a plus.

The Food Safety & Inspection Service seeks Public Affairs Specialist who can also handle duties piloting the USDA Food Safety Discovery Zone vehicle & trailer, so you’ll need to be capable of acquiring a Class B Commercial Drivers License – $54k-$103k – apply by Jan. 18

Capitol Hill
Global Fund for Children
Friends of the EarthPress Officer – minimum 3 years’ experience in communications & media relations required; issue advocacy background preferred.

Qorvis/MSL Group
Newseum Institute
… and finally: Charlottesville, Va. and the University of Virginia can be your home and work-day destinations respectively, if one of these apply: 
  • You possess knowledge of Tibetan language & and a grad/advanced degree in Tibetan Studies or related discipline to bring to your role as Tibetan Content Specialist supporting UVa’s Tibet Center – $25/hr – apply by Jan. 16
  • You can live with a set of duties that include: driving the band van, transporting guests, transporting food and drinks, picking up supplies and copies, dropping off promo materials to local middle schools and high schools, etc, in your service a part-time Marching Band Admin & Events Assistant to the Cavalier Marching Band – $18k-$23k