POLICY DIRECTOR
EMPLOYER: Women's Policy, Inc.
DESCRIPTION:
Growing non-profit, non-partisan women's public policy organization is seeking energetic self-motivated team player to oversee and contribute to weekly online news report analyzing and tracking legislation affecting women, and to assist president with staff briefings on Capitol Hill and other programs. Our focus includes both domestic and international issues, with a particular focus on low-income women and women of color.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Requirements include a BA, excellent writing and editing skills, and several years of Capitol Hill legislative experience. Knowledge of legislative process, particularly budget and appropriations, is essential, as is willingness to assist president with both administrative and legislative projects. Salary commensurate with experience. Generous benefits/flexibility.
TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates should send or fax a resume and writing sample to: Women's Policy, Inc., 409 12th Street, S.W., Suite 310, Washington, D.C. 20024, e-mail: webmaster@womenspolicy.org, or fax (202) 554-2346. No phone calls please.
DIRECTOR, GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
EMPLOYER: Boys & Girls Clubs of America
DESCRIPTION:
Job Summary: Under the limited supervision of the Senior Director, Government Relations, the Director, Government Relations is responsible for the daily management, leadership and support of the statewide government relations efforts for Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and will provide all necessary support to the Government Relations staff in their roles of influencing federal and state policies and actions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor?s degree or education/experience equivalency. Minimum of six years experience working in the Boys & Girls Club Movement, or similar organization; demonstrated experience working collaboratively with local Club or organizational boards and staff, and state leaders; demonstrated experience working with state legislatures and an understanding of state government funding; and working knowledge of the impact government funds can have on the success of a local Boys & Girls Club or similar organization in serving its members. Skills: Strong understanding of the inner-workings of a local Boys & Girls Club or similar organization, and the importance of the relationship between a board and its staff; working understanding of legislative activity, state government funding, and the potential of both to strengthen local Boys & Girls Clubs or a related youth development program; demonstrated high standards of ethics and integrity; demonstrated competence in time management and prioritization, issue analysis, board support and handling of multiple tasks; personnel management techniques and experience; detail and task orientation; excellent written and verbal communication skills; and a team player with demonstrated collaborative skills. Environmental and Working Conditions: Telecommuting required. States covered may include the states of Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, South Carolina and North Carolina. Preference will be given to candidates that currently live in one of these states, or candidates willing to relocate to one of these states. Additional and Application Information:
TO APPLY:
To review the entire job description for this position and to apply, visit us at http://www.bgca.org. Click on ?Career Opportunities?, then ?National Staff? and then ?National Staff Positions." If you meet the full qualifications stated and would like to be considered for this position, please use our online process to submit your information. You will be required to attach a resume, and will have the opportunity to attach a cover letter. No phone calls, please.
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS ASSOCIATE
EMPLOYER: United States Industry Coalition (USIC)
DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for working under guidance of the USIC President and supervision by the Outreach & Education Consultant to heighten and improve awareness on Capitol Hill and in federal agencies of USIC and the Global Initiatives for Proliferation Prevention (GIPP) program of the National Nuclear Security Administration, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
Specific Duties:
Represent USIC and its members to targeted congressional offices.
Arrange meetings and briefings on Capitol Hill for USIC officials.
Coordinate USIC member visits on Capitol Hill and in district offices; provide guidance to USIC members on talking points.
Flag funding opportunities available through federal programs to USIC President and USIC Development Associate; assist in designing and implementing strategies to pursue those opportunities.
Draft correspondence, talking points, presentations, and other documents.
QUALIFICATIONS:
College degree required; advanced degree preferred. Minimum 10-12 years direct experience on Capitol Hill or with DOE. Qualified candidates must have proven track record in effective congressional relations; knowledge of DOE and other USG nonproliferation and national security programs; familiarity with range of technologies related to those areas; and thorough understanding of federal budget process. Requirements also include exceptional interpersonal, analytical, verbal and written communication skills, as well as proficiency with standard software packages. Knowledge of former Soviet Union and Eurasia is preferred.
TO APPLY:
Submit cover letter and resume including client list, references, and salary and/or consulting rates for past three years. All information is required for an application to be considered complete. Joan Furlong: jfurlong@usic.net; fax: 703-526-0928; or by regular mail: 1525 Wilson Boulevard, Ste. 150, Arlington, VA 22209.
LEGISLATIVE ANALYST
EMPLOYER: RAND Corporation
DESCRIPTION:
This position is responsible for liaison activities in support of RAND?s Congressional outreach efforts. Develops strategies to promote RAND studies in Congress. Works on a variety of projects using complete understanding of the organization?s policies, procedures, and guidelines. Responsible for Congressional email newsletters, briefings, meetings and testimony in areas of designated legislative policy assignment. Broadens outreach by strategically and energetically building network of solid legislative contacts in the House of Representatives and the Senate, identifying new opportunities for RAND to provide input into policymaking.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Educational requirements: BS/BA. Specific technical skills required:
Knowledge of public relations/communications in a non-profit, research-oriented, organization
Experience as a legislative assistant on Capitol Hill preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication..
General knowledge of PC usage, proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Security Clearance: US citizenship is required in order to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.
TO APPLY:
RAND accepts applications only through our website, http://www.rand.org/jobs. At the RAND Employment webpage, click the green box, ?Find a Job,? and click on the ?Advanced Search? link. Enter 1862 in the ?Job Opening ID? box and click ?Search.? Follow the prompts for application submission.
CAMPAIGNS AND ELECTIONS EXPERT
EMPLOYER: The International Republican Institute (IRI)
DESCRIPTION:
The International Republican Institute (IRI), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing democracy worldwide, seeks a Campaigns and Elections expert to assist in the design and implementation of IRI political party building and candidate training projects in Morocco. The specialist will serve as an in-house expert/technical advisor and trainer to assist Moroccan political parties in preparing electoral strategies and train candidates and activists in preparation for parliamentary elections in 2007.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Position requires undergraduate degree in Political Science, International Relations or related field and a minimum 5 years professional experience in a combination of political campaigning, public advocacy, media, opinion research and legislative work at the State or Federal level. Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills in English. French language proficiency required. Demonstrated international experience as a trainer advisor or technical consultant. Sensitivity to working in advisory role with local organizations and an ability to work independently and as a member of a team to coordinate and lead the efforts of others to effectively meet program goals. Willingness to live and work in a challenging political environment.
TO APPLY:
Apply via email to personnel@iri.org or by fax at 202-408-9462.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS MANAGER/SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
EMPLOYER: APCO Worldwide
DESCRIPTION:
APCO Worldwide, a global communication consulting firm, is seeking experienced public affairs practitioners to join our team in the Washington, D.C. office. These individuals will be responsible for managing grassroots campaigns, coalition building, issues management, media relations and for delivering the highest level of service to our clients.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A successful candidate must have hands-on experience managing/organizing grassroots campaigns and developing coalitions, exceptional writing skills with the ability to write both strategically and creatively under tight deadlines, two to six years of public affairs or political campaign management experience, and excellent communications skills. Bachelors Degree required. APCO, named a ?Great Place to Work? by Washingtonian Magazine and ?2006 PR Agency of the Year? by PR Week, offers a collegial work environment, an award winning training program, opportunities for international exchanges, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.
TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, please visit our website at www.apcoworldwide.com.
DIRECTOR, STATE GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
EMPLOYER: Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA)
DESCRIPTION:
Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA), a national trade association representing manufacturers and distributors of nonprescription medicines and nutritional supplements, seeks a Director, State Government Relations to join our dynamic and fast-paced team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will lead and manage a national state legislative and regulatory program; develop and execute state government relations strategies on behalf of CHPA member companies; supervise and manage state government relations staff; represent the Association before state legislatures and state boards of pharmacy; communicate the status of state initiatives to members; and prepare position papers, testimony, and correspondence. Candidates must have 5-7 years of relevant work experience (Hill background a plus), excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated leadership potential, and the ability to think strategically. Healthcare background preferred. JD or post-graduate degree required.
TO APPLY:
Email resume to rmclaughlin@chpa-info.org.
DIRECTOR, HEALTH POLICY
EMPLOYER: National Electrical Manufacturers Association
DESCRIPTION:
Leading national trade association working on high-profile health public policy issues affecting the medical imaging industry seeks a Director, Health Policy to join its diagnostic imaging and medical products department. The health policy director will be an integral part of the medical products department shaping health policy and advocacy related to medical imaging manufacturers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in provider Medicare, Medicaid and private pay reimbursement issues necessary. Prior Hill, CMS or medical trade association experience desired. Knowledge of Associations and federal health care issues is desirable. Competitive compensation based on skills and experience. NEMA offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including paid holidays, flexible working hours, 401-k plan, a Defined Contribution plan, health/dental insurance, partial parking subsidy, a Rosslyn location convenient to metro and more.
TO APPLY:
Interested individuals should send a current resume with salary requirements, to careers@nema.org, or fax to (703) 841-3335.
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
EMPLOYER: The ONE Campaign
DESCRIPTION:
ONE is a new effort by Americans to rally Americans -- ONE by ONE -- to fight the emergency of global AIDS and extreme poverty. The ONE Campaign is engaging Americans through a diverse coalition of faith-based and anti-poverty organizers to show the steps people can take, ONE by ONE, to fight global AIDS and poverty. This position will focus on communicating ONE?s message through all traditional and new mediums, and creating a strategic communications plan.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will have 8+ years of experience developing marketing strategies for major nonprofit and/or political campaigns, have the necessary contacts in place with major media outlets and experience in negotiating time and resources, and managing internal/external resources.
TO APPLY:
Please Contact: The ONE Campaign, 1400 ?I? Street, NW, Ste 1125, Washington, DC 20005 or email roy@one.org for details on how to apply for this position.
PUBLIC POLICY ADVOCACY MANAGER
EMPLOYER: The National Kidney Foundation
DESCRIPTION:
The National Kidney Foundation seeks individual for Washington, D.C. office to develop initiatives to motivate and mobilize members of our patient and professional volunteer advocacy network to support federal/state public policy priorities. The candidate will edit quarterly public policy newsletter, recruit new members for Congressional Kidney Caucus, identify/develop opportunities with public health organizations, assist state affiliates with public policy activities and update the government website.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree and 3 years relevant experience in legislative/government agencies. Previous grassroots organizing experience, exceptional written communication skills, strong interest in public policy healthcare, experience writing newsletters a plus. Flexible for business travel.
TO APPLY:
Email Donna with a resume and salary requirements at donnag@kidney.org.
CHIEF SPEECHWRITER
EMPLOYER: National Association of Realtors
DESCRIPTION:
The Chief Speechwriter is the primary contact for all matters involving speeches for members of the association?s elected leadership team and executive staff. Speeches are written for a variety of audiences -? both public and membership-based -? including legislative and regulatory bodies at the national and state levels, and national print, TV/radio, and web-based media. Position involves writing speeches (identifying needs for speeches and interview venues, interviewing speakers, conducting research, and writing drafts); writing additional messages and talking points as needed; training and counseling NAR spokespersons on style and delivery; selecting outside vendors as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Requirements include an undergraduate degree, familiarity with congressional process, the ability to work with volunteer leaders, and at least 3 years as a full-time professional speechwriter. Experience/knowledge in housing and/or real estate industry, a plus. NAR offers a compelling salary, exceptional benefits and a Capitol Hill/Union Station location.
TO APPLY:
For confidential consideration, please email your resume and salary requirements to: HR-DCNAR@realtors.org. No phone calls, please.
ASSISTANT, STATE RELATIONS AND LAW DEPARTMENT
EMPLOYER: Reinsurance Association of America
DESCRIPTION:
Non-profit trade association seeks a qualified candidate for an administrative assistant position in the State Relations and Law departments.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The candidate must have a minimum of 5 years administrative support experience preferably in the legislative and legal environment; have an interest in government affairs and the political process; efficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, iMIS, or other membership database knowledge; have excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills; write business correspondence independently & with accuracy; excellent editing and proofreading for grammar and sentence structure. The administrative assistant will report to the vice president of state relations and to the assistant vice president and associate general counsel of the law department equally.
TO APPLY:
Please send resumes to turner@reinsurance.org or fax to 202-638-0936
LOBBYIST
EMPLOYER: National Air Traffic Controllers Association
DESCRIPTION:
Experienced lobbyist w/proven success in developing national strategies & managing key issues needed for aggressive aviation/labor organization. Will develop & maintain effective relationships with Republican members of Congress and be able to balance conceptual thinking with hands-on management of legislative activities, including preparation of issue papers, testimony, fundraisers, grassroots campaigns and legislative meetings. Will work closely with membership-driven legislative committee, other departments and government offices.
QUALIFICATIONS:
10 years Capitol Hill or combination of Hill & relevant lobbying experience required, along w/excellent writing skills. Must be deadline oriented, able to manage multiple projects & possess computer/internet savvy. Knowledge of key Hill players on privatization, federal sector unions and aviation-related issues a plus. Occasional travel required. Convenient downtown location, excellent working conditions & benefits. Salary commensurate with experience.
TO APPLY:
Send resume & salary requirements to Chief of Staff, NATCA, 1325 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20005, or email to Ahumphreys@natcadc.org.
FARM POLICY REFORM PROJECT MANAGER
EMPLOYER: Environmental Defense
DESCRIPTION:
Environmental Defense, leading non-profit is seeking to hire a Farm Policy Reform Project Manager for the Washington, DC office for a 1-year term. The Manager will work with the Farm Policy Reform Campaign Director in execution of a multi-year campaign to reform national farm policy to benefit farmers and the environment. The Project Manager will manage the project according to strict deadlines, will ensure clear communication with a diverse team, and will assist the Campaign Manager in budgeting, fundraising and managing consultants. Will assist the Campaign Director in assessing resource needs and in managing the Campaign budget. Work with Campaign Director to proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential obstacles to achieving Campaign goals, and devise contingency plans.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A University degree or college diploma in public policy or environmental science or policy is required. At least 2 years relevant experience in a project management capacity, and strong familiarity with federal legislative campaigns, advocacy strategies and tactics, Congressional processes. Past experience on advocacy campaigns specially relating to agriculture or the environment highly desirable.
TO APPLY:
For detailed job description, please visit our website at http://www.environmentaldefense.org or apply to Shobana Narayanan at jobs@environmentaldefense.org.
VICE PRESIDENT OF GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
EMPLOYER: National Club Association
DESCRIPTION:
National trade association representing private clubs seeks Vice President of Government Relations to develop and implement effective government relations programs and strategies to help organization carry out its mission of advocacy and support. Works with the Association?s leadership, including its Legal/Legislative Committee, to identify and implement a legislative agenda that supports the organization's overall goals. Plays lead role in educating the industry about legal, legislative and regulatory issues and ways to address them. Monitors legislative and legal developments at federal and state levels, determines areas of greatest impact to the industry and develops proposed goals and strategies for addressing the issues. Solicits member input, both in general and on specific issues, to facilitate priority setting. Pursues opportunities for leveraging and expanding the association?s government relations impact, such as through issue-based coalitions and involvement with allied organizations. Serves as a key spokesperson for the organization at industry meetings and produces publications and reports on legal/legislative/regulatory topics of concern to members. In so doing not only educates members, but also helps to increase the organization?s visibility and perceived value. Oversees development of other government relations services, as needed. On an ongoing basis, identifies ways to enhance the government relations programs, such as through networking, continuing education and benchmarking. Enhances growth and development of Government Relations staff, to support the organization?s overall goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience/Education Requirements: Degree in government affairs, political science or a related discipline required; law degree strongly preferred. Requires successful track record working with government relations activities for a minimum of 5-7 years and understanding of legislative and regulatory policy-making at the federal and state levels. Also requires strong communication skills, demonstrated management ability, general knowledge of office technology and ability to work in team-based environment. Familiarity with private clubs or the golf industry a plus.
TO APPLY:
Forward resume and salary history to VPGR@natlclub.org or fax to 202-822-9808.
