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JOBS:
COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR — California Democratic House Member seeks an experienced communications director to handle all media matters including: planning and implementing very proactive media outreach; drafting op-eds and speeches; overseeing an active social media, email and direct mail operation. Hill experience is preferred. This is a senior level position. Salary up to $110k or commensurate with experience. Send cover letter, resume, references, and writing sample to cacommunicationsdirector@gmail.com No phone calls or drop ins.
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CAPITOL HILL SCHEDULER: Active House Connecticut Democrat seeks organized, energetic, and savvy Scheduler. Duties include developing and managing the Member’s daily schedule and travel arrangements; organizing Member’s daily briefing materials, drafting Member’s personal correspondence, and shaping overall office operations. Applicants must have superior organizational skills, strong people skills, poise, multitasking ability, patience, and humor.
Previous scheduling experience in a legislative or political setting highly desired; previous Capitol Hill experience highly valued; previous work experience required. Connecticut ties a plus. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please send cover letter and résumé to ctresume@mail.house.gov. No phone calls please.
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LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT: New England Democrat seeks legislative correspondent to manage all aspects of constituent correspondence. Duties include sorting incoming letters and emails, tracking and assigning mail in IQ, drafting and sending timely responses, managing approval process, preparing weekly mail reports, and working with the communications director and legislative assistants on research and outreach. The ideal candidate has excellent research, writing and organizational skills, has exceptional attention to detail, is willing to work in a fast-paced environment, and is a team player. Applicants must possess a strong work ethic and positive attitude. Hill experience, experience with IQ, and/or ties to Massachusetts a plus. Interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter, brief writing sample, and references to LA.Jobs@mail.house.gov. No walk-ins or phone calls please.
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Senior Policy Advisor for the Social Policy and Politics Program
Third Way is an innovative and influential think-tank that creates and advances moderate policy and political ideas. We advocate for private-sector economic growth, a tough and smart security strategy, a clean energy revolution, bold education and anti-poverty reforms, and progress on divisive culture issues.
Third Way is seeking a Senior Policy Advisor for the Social Policy and Politics Program to be the lead staffer on our center on the center. The position will be primarily responsible for conducting original research, generating creative ideas, and providing analysis of existing polling data to help educate policymakers, advocates, and the media about the attitudes and beliefs of moderates, with the goal of broadening their understanding of the center of the electorate. This is a high profile, high impact policy position that will play a major role in shaping the direction and work of the program and will report to the Deputy Director of the Social Policy and Politics Program.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Ø Originating and drafting high-impact and concise written products that advance the case for a moderate-led U.S. politics;
Ø Conducting original public opinion research, aggregating and analyzing existing public opinion research, and distilling key insights for Third Way staff, policymakers, journalists, academics, and other opinion leaders;
Ø Developing and maintaining Third Way relationships with leading policy experts, key Hill and Administration staff, and members of the press;
Ø Crafting and delivering high profile presentations on who moderates are, what they believe, and why they are crucial to both electoral and governing success; and,
Ø Working with Third Way staff to conceive and carry out high impact events on the center of the electorate.
The Senior Policy Advisor for the Social Policy and Politics Program will have both an educational and public role within the organization. The position will provide opportunities to represent the organization with Members of Congress and Governors, Administration officials, Hill staff, the business community, advocacy organizations, Third Way’s Board of Trustees, and the media.
This position affords qualified candidates with an extraordinary opportunity to help grow and brand a vibrant and important part of the progressive governing and political infrastructure. Our workplace is diverse, inclusive, collegial, and family-friendly.
The ideal candidate has the following qualifications and skills:
Education: A graduate degree is preferred.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience working in polling, campaigns, policy, or advocacy.
Policy Expertise: Strong quantitative skills and significant experience with public opinion research and the electorate.
Creativity and Entrepreneurship: Ability to work closely with a team that “thinks outside-the-box,” challenges existing orthodoxies, and develops new ideas.
Organizational Skills. Results-oriented, strong political instincts, and the ability to keep multiple projects on track.
Writing: Proven record to write compelling and high-impact products.
Communications: Strong public presentation skills and comfort speaking regularly on behalf of Third Way to the media and general audiences.
Teamwork: Enjoys working in an extremely collaborative organization – collaboration with both Third Way senior management and policy staff.
Results-oriented and flexible culture
Competitive compensation and benefits
Submit cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: hr@thirdway.org with “Senior Policy Advisor, Social Policy and Politics Program” as the subject line.
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Position Announcement: UC Santa Cruz is recruiting for the Director of
the African American Resource and Cultural Center. Please share this
information broadly with colleagues and those who may be interested.
Thank you.
Position Description:
Under the general direction of the Managing Director for the Resource
Centers, the Director will develop, implement, and supervise all
programs and activities. The Director is responsible for the formulation
and implementation of an operational plan, for developing external
fund-raising, and for administering the Center's facilities and routine
activities on a daily basis. The Director works with advisory groups,
student interns and community partners to create programming and
programs that support undergraduate and graduate students. The Director
will work cooperatively with Directors of other Student Affairs units,
and with academic groups as appropriate. The Director is a member of the
Student Affairs management staff. To review the position's full job
description and/or to apply, please visit: jobs.ucsc.edu and search
for Job Number: 1103146
For more information, please contact Lucy Rojas at 831-459-1676 or
larojas@ucsc.edu
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One of Washington DC's top law firms is presently seeking several bright and recent college graduates (2009-2011 grads) with at least six months of experience working on Capitol Hill for a Legal/Legislative Assistant opportunity. This is a contract position starting in the summer of 2011 and qualified candidates are needed for several months. This could be temporary to hire for the strongest candidate. Applicants must be excellent writers, able handle multiple projects simultaneously, have strong research and organizational skills and knowledge of the legislative process. Position also requires applicants to make runs from the law firm to The Hill on a daily basis. Firm works a seven hour work day and the hours will be 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. This position requires strong leadership skills, policy background, superb analytic, written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of the legislative process. Candidates must also possess strong computer skills, have the ability to work full-time, and commitment to the position. Please send your resume to Miana Ford, Miana@legalplacements.com for consideration. Thank you.
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Subject: Looking to Hire an Executive Assistant
Hello! I hope all is well and this note finds you enjoying your summer. I am again looking to hire an executive assistant and office manager for Strauss Radio Strategies. I have included the description for this position below. If you know anyone looking, please forward me their resume to jobs2@straussradio.com. Salary is negotiable based on experience, but we are looking for someone probably in the low to mid $30K per year range. This is for our downtown Washington, DC location. This is for someone with probably up to 1-2 years of experience. Thank you so very much. Richard Richard Strauss President, Strauss Radio Strategies, Inc. National Press Building 529 14th Street, NW, Suite 1163 Washington, DC 20045 PH: 202-638-0200 FX: 202-638-0400 www.straussradio.com "Celebrating Our 16th Year in 2011 as the Nation's Premier Public Relations, Communications, and Strategy Firm Specializing in Radio" Please check out our new re-launched Website at www.straussradio.com . Executive Assistant/Office Manager Strauss Radio Strategies, Inc., an exciting, successful, fast-paced, and high-level downtown Washington, DC public relations, communications, strategy and consulting firm specializing in radio seeks to hire a highly talented, motivated, and positive minded Executive Assistant/Office Manager. This person will provide daily administrative support to the company president and assist with daily office tasks. If you know anyone interested in this position, please have them e-mail their cover letter, resume, contact information, salary requirements, and references to jobs2@straussradio.com. No phone calls please. Primary Responsibilities and Duties • Word processing (drafting, editing, formatting of documents). • Proofreading (press releases, news scripts, routine correspondence, etc.) filing, copying, and other clerical tasks. • Maintaining and updating radio station databases and broadcast fax lists. • Schedul
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Job Title: Biofuels Policy Campaigner
Position reports to: Climate and Energy Project Director
Position Location: Washington, DC
Friends of the Earth U.S. is fighting to defend the environment and
create a more healthy and just world. We're hard-hitting, progressive
environmental advocates that pull no punches and speak sometimes
uncomfortable truth to power. It's an approach that has worked for
four decades to produce important victories that have protected our
planet and its people. We’re part of Friends of the Earth
International, a federation of groups working in 76 countries on
today’s most urgent environmental and social issues.
In accomplishing our mission, Friends of the Earth is working at the
nexus of environmental protection, economic policy and social justice
to fundamentally transform the way our country and the world values
people and the environment. We are focused on reforming economic
drivers such as tax or trade policy that are often used to empower
corporations and government to harm the environment.
Our current campaigns focus on clean energy and solutions to global
warming, protecting people from toxic and new, potentially harmful
technologies, and promoting smarter, low-pollution transportation
alternatives.
We are seeking to hire a talented and dedicated individual to augment
our efforts to stop the use of dirty biofuels. The position will:
◦Develop intensive expertise on biofuels policy and politics;
◦Work with groups within the environmental community and other
interest groups in coalitions focused on eliminating incentives for
dirty biofuels;
◦Educate members of Congress, the administration and opinion leaders
about the environmental, economic and social costs of biofuels;
◦Conduct and oversee research and analysis to develop reports and
articles to educate non-governmental organizations, policymakers, and
the public;
◦Develop public education and campaign materials on the environmental,
economic and social costs of biofuels;
◦Represent Friends of the Earth’s position on biofuels to the media
and the public;
◦Update strategic campaign plan and develop new communications
strategies in conjunction with the Climate and Energy Project
Director, Communications Director and Online Communications Manager;
and
◦Work with the Climate and Energy Project Director to develop and
implement a fundraising plan.
Requirements and Special Knowledge
The position requires a college degree (BA/BS) or equivalent, a
demonstrated commitment to the environment, an appreciation of Friends
of the Earth’s role in the environmental movement and knowledge of
climate change policy. Experience in policy advocacy, particularly on
fuels or agricultural issues, at the federal or state level is
strongly preferred. Knowledge and experience with the legislative
process is preferred.
The ideal candidate will have a strategic approach to both policy and
politics, and a desire to have a major impact on federal policy
debates through hard-hitting advocacy. The successful candidate will
have the ability to balance and successfully complete a wide range of
campaign activities including advocacy, convening/organizing, policy
development, and research, as well as the ability to oversee
consultants, and coordinate media and development staff. The
successful candidate will have the ability to work in coordination
with a dedicated and passionate team of climate team staff as well as
with a diverse group of coalition partners. Strong written and verbal
communication skills are required.
Salary
This position offers a competitive salary, commensurate with
experience. Benefits package includes healthcare, paid vacation, sick
leave, and an employee contribution-based retirement plan.
To Apply
E-mail cover letter, resume and short writing sample to jobs@foe.org
with the subject heading “Biofuels Policy Campaigner.” No mail
applications or phone calls. Position will remain open until
filled.
Friends of the Earth is an equal opportunity employer who encourages
applications from women, people of color and other members of
underrepresented groups who will contribute to the diversity of its
staff.
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Job Title: Nuclear Campaigner
Position reports to: Climate and Energy Project Director
Position Location: Washington, DC
Friends of the Earth U.S. is fighting to defend the environment and
create a more healthy and just world. We're hard-hitting, progressive
environmental advocates that pull no punches and speak sometimes
uncomfortable truth to power. It's an approach that has worked for
four decades to produce important victories that have protected our
planet and its people. We’re part of Friends of the Earth
International, a federation of groups working in 76 countries on
today’s most urgent environmental and social issues.
In accomplishing our mission, Friends of the Earth is working at the
nexus of environmental protection, economic policy and social justice
to fundamentally transform the way our country and the world values
people and the environment. We are focused on reforming economic
drivers such as tax or trade policy that are often used to empower
corporations and government to harm the environment.
For forty years, Friends of the Earth has been a leading voice in the
U.S. in opposing nuclear power. In the aftermath of the Fukushima
nuclear disaster, it is clear that there can and must be a thorough
debate on the future of nuclear power and the need to move beyond this
dangerous and dirty technology to the clean renewable and efficiency
technologies of the 21st century. We are seeking to hire a talented
and dedicated individual to augment our efforts to educate the public
about the dangers of and need to turn away from nuclear power and deal
with our devastating nuclear waste problem. S/he will:
◦Develop strategic campaign and communications strategies in
conjunction with the Climate and Energy Project Director,
Communications Director and Online Communications Manager;
◦Implement an activist strategy that raises the profile and increases
the public pressure around priority issues;
◦Conduct and oversee research and analysis to develop reports and
articles to educate non-governmental organizations, policymakers, and
the public;
◦Develop public education and campaign materials on nuclear power and
waste issues;
◦Educate members of Congress, the administration, opinion leaders, and
the media about the dangers of nuclear power;
◦Reach out to groups and activists within the environmental community
and beyond to build a diverse coalition focused on stopping the
expansion of nuclear power and shutting down existing nuclear power
plants;
◦Work with the Climate and Energy Project Director to develop and
implement a fundraising plan.
Requirements and Special Knowledge
The position requires a college degree (BA/BS) or equivalent, a
demonstrated commitment to the environment, an appreciation of Friends
of the Earth’s role in the environmental movement and knowledge of
nuclear, energy and/or climate change policy. Some experience in
policy advocacy, or on nuclear issues at the federal or state level is
strongly preferred. Knowledge and experience with the legislative
process is also preferred.
The ideal candidate will have a strategic approach to both policy and
politics, and a desire to have a major impact on federal policy
debates through hard-hitting advocacy. The successful candidate will
have the ability to balance and successfully complete a wide range of
campaign activities including advocacy, convening/organizing, policy
development, and research, as well as the ability to oversee
consultants, and coordinate media and development staff. The
successful candidate will have the ability to work in coordination
with a dedicated and passionate team of domestic staff as well as with
a diverse group of coalition partners. Strong written and verbal
communication skills are required.
Salary
This position offers a competitive salary, commensurate with
experience. Benefits package includes healthcare, paid vacation, sick
leave, and an employee contribution-based retirement plan.
To Apply
E-mail cover letter, resume and short writing sample to jobs@foe.org
with the subject heading “Nuclear Campaigner.” No mail applications or
phone calls. Position will remain open until filled.
Friends of the Earth is an equal opportunity employer who encourages
applications from women, people of color and other members of
underrepresented groups who will contribute to the diversity of its
staff.
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Job Title: Federal Dirty Fuels Campaigner
Position reports to: Climate and Energy Project Director
Position Location: Washington, DC
Friends of the Earth U.S. is fighting to defend the environment and
create a more healthy and just world. We're hard-hitting, progressive
environmental advocates that pull no punches and speak sometimes
uncomfortable truth to power. It's an approach that has worked for
four decades to produce important victories that have protected our
planet and its people. We’re part of Friends of the Earth
International, a federation of groups working in 76 countries on
today’s most urgent environmental and social issues.
In accomplishing our mission, Friends of the Earth is working at the
nexus of environmental protection, economic policy and social justice
to fundamentally transform the way our country and the world values
people and the environment. We are focused on reforming economic
drivers such as tax or trade policy that are often used to empower
corporations and government to harm the environment.
Our current campaigns focus on clean energy and solutions to global
warming, protecting people from toxic and new, potentially harmful
technologies, and promoting smarter, low-pollution transportation
alternatives. We are seeking to hire a talented and dedicated
individual to augment our efforts to stop the use of dirty fuels such
as tar sands and liquid coal. The position will:
◦Develop strategic campaign and communications strategies in
conjunction with the Climate and Energy Project Director,
Communications Director and Online Communications Manager;
◦Implementing an activist strategy that raises the profile and
increases the public pressure around priority issues
◦Conduct and oversee research and analysis to develop reports and
articles to educate non-governmental organizations, policymakers, and
the public;
◦Develop public education and campaign materials on tar sands and
other dirty fuels and global warming issues;
◦Educate members of Congress, the administration, opinion leaders, and
the media about dirty fuels and global warming issues;
◦Reach out to groups and activists within the environmental community
and beyond to build a diverse coalition focused on stopping the
expansion of dirty fuels;
◦Work with the Climate and Energy Project Director to develop and
implement a fundraising plan.
Requirements and Special Knowledge
The position requires a college degree (BA/BS) or equivalent, a
demonstrated commitment to the environment, an appreciation of Friends
of the Earth’s role in the environmental movement and knowledge of
climate change policy. Some experience in policy advocacy, or on fuels
issues at the federal or state level is strongly preferred. Knowledge
and experience with the legislative process is also preferred.
The ideal candidate will have a strategic approach to both policy and
politics, and a desire to have a major impact on federal policy
debates through hard-hitting advocacy. The successful candidate will
have the ability to balance and successfully complete a wide range of
campaign activities including advocacy, convening/organizing, policy
development, and research, as well as the ability to oversee
consultants, and coordinate media and development staff. The
successful candidate will have the ability to work in coordination
with a dedicated and passionate team of domestic staff as well as with
a diverse group of coalition partners. Strong written and verbal
communication skills are required.
Salary
This position offers a competitive salary, commensurate with
experience. Benefits package includes healthcare, paid vacation, sick
leave, and an employee contribution-based retirement plan.
To Apply
E-mail cover letter, resume and short writing sample to jobs@foe.org
with the subject heading “Dirty Fuels Campaigner.” No mail
applications or phone calls. Position will remain open until
filled.
Friends of the Earth is an equal opportunity employer who encourages
applications from women, people of color and other members of
underrepresented groups who will contribute to the diversity of its
staff.
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Campus Progress at the Center for American Progress has an immediate
opening for the Journalism Network Associate. Campus Progress, part of
American Progress, helps young people make their voices heard on
critical issues.
The Journalism Network Associate will manage Campus Progress’s work
with its national network of campus-based journalism projects—student
newspapers, magazines, websites, and radio stations that receive
training, mentoring, reporting opportunities, and grants from Campus
Progress. Currently, more than 50 student-run journalism projects
around the country are active in this network. The Journalism Network
Associate is responsible for selecting and providing support to these
projects; planning and implementing programming and training for their
staffs; acting as a liaison between these campus projects and the
editorial staff of CampusProgress.org; and conducting outreach to
other campus journalism projects and journalists. The Journalism
Network Associate also will participate in planning and implementing
Campus Progress events. Participants at Campus Progress journalism
conferences and trainings have included top reporters from
publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The
New Yorker, Time, The Huffington Post, Politico, and The Nation.
The Journalism Network Associate also will participate in Campus
Progress’s own editorial operation, the CampusProgress.org website,
which covers politics, policy, and culture. The magazine has
interviewed national figures including President Barack Obama, Stephen
Colbert, Margaret Cho, M.I.A., Talib Kweli, Paul Krugman, and Rachel
Maddow. Its content is regularly highlighted in and linked to by
prominent media outlets and blogs. Its investigative pieces have been
cited by media and key government officials in the context of major
policy debates.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Manage Campus Progress’s Journalism Network, including conducting
campus outreach; selecting, disbursing, and managing grants to student-
run publications; and providing strategic and operational guidance and
services to grantees.
- Manage Campus Progress’s Journalism Network programming, including
trainings and national and regional journalism conferences.
- Ensure a wide diversity of voices and publications are included in
the Campus Progress Journalism Network and programming.
- Travel to campuses and conferences across the country to conduct
trainings and outreach.
- Act as a liaison among campus publications staffs and between those
staffs and CampusProgress.org editorial staff to facilitate sharing of
editorial content, information, and practices.
- Ensure student editors transmit copies of their publications,
reports, and other required materials to Campus Progress in a regular
and timely manner.
- Participate in the editorial work of CampusProgress.org—writing,
assigning, developing, and editing reported and opinion pieces,
including pieces highlighting the work and achievements of members of
the Campus Progress Journalism Network.
- Participate in planning and implementing other Campus Progress
conferences and events.
Requirements and qualifications:
- College or professional journalism experience and/or journalism
degree.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Familiarity and/or experience with online journalism and the tools
and programs used to produce it.
- Writing and reporting experience.
- Editing experience.
- Exceptionally strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
- Creativity.
- Broad knowledge of politics, policy, and culture.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Proven ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced
environment.
- Commitment to the mission and goals of Campus Progress.
- You must send three to five published clips with your Word resume
and cover letter.
To apply, simply e-mail your Word resume, clips, and cover letter
attachments to: jobs@americanprogress.org.
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Media Manager
Location: Washington DC
The American Independent News Network (AINN) seeks a dynamic
individual to manage the promotion of the Network’s amazing reporters
and hot breaking stories to outside media, including to press and
through social media. The Media Manager’s job will be to spread the
word far and wide about AINN’s journalism. This means developing
relationships with producers, bloggers, reporters at other outlets,
Twitter gurus, and others in the media world who can multiply the
reach of our stories.
AINN is a nonprofit online news organization comprised of news sites
in eight states and Washington, DC. AINN’s reporters once described
themselves as “ink-stained wretches of the digital era.” They are a
dedicated, hard-working team that breaks hot political stories nearly
everyday: stories that impact public debate and advance the common
good, stories that move readers to take action, stories that inspire
readers to name livestock after our reporters.
Responsibilities
There are two primary areas for which you, as Media Manager, will be
responsible: outreach to existing media, and managing AINN’s social
media strategy. At times, if you are creative about it, the two areas
will overlap.
You will be responsible for managing and implementing all outreach to
relevant broadcast, print, and online press outlets, organizations,
websites, and more. This includes marketing our reporters and their
pieces to various news organizations for media pick up. You will work
with the editorial team to ensure that stories are being sent to the
relevant news outlets. You will be responsible for managing and
standardizing social media practices for and across the Network. Wit,
flexibility, and innovation are keys to success.
Additionally, as Media Manager, you will
identify opportunities for outside media coverage of AINN and stories
produced through the Network and secure appropriate coverage,
cultivate and maintain relationships with reporters, producers, and
editors,
ensure the press database is up-to-date and well-organized,
identify new ways to promote the network and work through social
media,
create and manage social media standards for the network,
research and implement new social media opportunities,
work within the publishing department to coordinate collaborative
press and outreach strategy,
work with the editorial department to organize all direct and indirect
press citations and appearances,
promote media appearances by Network representatives as appropriate.
Qualifications
A qualified candidate for Media Manager
is an effective writer and communicator, understanding how to tailor
messaging to different audiences,
has an existing active online presence,
works quickly to take advantage of opportunities,
collaborates effectively and understands why it’s important,
believes in the strength of online journalism,
has a college degree and relevant experience that translates to this
position.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. This position
reports to the Publisher. This position is based out of the AINN home
office in Washington, DC, where there is a mini-cupcake maker and a
combination egg poacher-toaster.
To Apply
All interested applicants should email their cover letter, resume, and
relevant samples of your work to applications@tainews.org. Please use
a subject heading that grabs our attention and makes us want to open
your email. Only finalists will be contacted to set interviews.
About the American Independent News Network
The American Independent News Network is a non-profit and non-partisan
organization that investigates and disseminates news that impacts
public debate and advances the common good. To accomplish its mission,
we operate an independent online news network. An informed citizenry
is a fundamental principle of civil society and American democracy; in
the words of the Supreme Court in Garrison v. Louisiana: “Speech
concerning public affairs is more than self-expression; it is the
essence of self government.” Our reporting emphasizes the positive
role of democratically elected government in securing the common good
and social welfare, and the continuing benefits of our founding
culture of egalitarian government by the people, for the people.
For more about The American Independent News Network, please visit
tainews.org.
CAMPAIGN JOBS:
Incumbent City Council Campaign in Cambridge, MA is seeking a young
communications director for our reelection bid. This is a great
position for someone starting to make a life in politics and work with
a young but experienced staff. Communication Director will be
responsible for sending out press releases, crafting talking points
and message, creating and scouting events, and use new media to get
our message out. Communication Director will also be involved with
field activities as well. Position is paid.
Responsibilities include:
• Create press releases.
• Identify and contacting local media.
• Develop new media content.
• Build campaign events.
• Help develop talking points.
• Contact voters in the city.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• 0-1 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s in English, Communication, Journalism, Political Science,
or similar degree.
• Bilingual a plus, not needed.
• Interest in local politics.
• Ability to work nights.
• Ability to travel to Cambridge, MA every day.
If interested, please send a resume and a brief cover letter to
Anthony@electleland.org .
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Job Title: SEIU Digital Campaign Director
Locations: Cleveland OH, Los Angeles CA, Portland OR, Detroit MI &
St.Louis MO
To Apply: Email resume and cover letter to: resumes@seiu.catsone.com
Purpose:
The Digital Campaign Director is responsible for working with campaign
and
organizing directors to integrate digital strategy into the organizing
work of the union. The Digital Campaign Director will be responsible
for creating the strategy for an implementing all aspects of new media
work on individual organizing campaigns including, but not limited to:
building targeted and specific email lists, running email campaigns,
mobile program, online video, working with bloggers, online
advertising,
creating content for websites and more.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any
one position may not include all of the specific duties and
responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the
work
required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of
expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
* Manages
every aspect of online campaigning, including (but not limited
to)
making a campaign plan; writing content for email and websites;
directing the purchase of online advertisements for list-
building and
persuasion, creating channels for driving online activists to
offline
action, coordinating the direction of online video creation, and
other
responsibilities as needed.
* Works
with campaign and department leaders on the development of
online
strategy, content, and technology to advance campaign goals.
* Analyzes
and reports on metrics for their campaigns; works with other
digital
staff and directors to develop internal best practices.
* Manage relations and engage local, political, labor and issue
bloggers in the campaign
* Performs other duties as required to support the department and
its mission.
Contacts:
Include local and campaign staff, consultants, vendors, allies.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports the local union Chief of Staff and organizing
campaign directors.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s
degree or equivalent experience required. Two to five years
experience
in online organizing. Some field organizing experience preferred.
Labor
movement experience is a plus. Other abilities include:
* Proven
experience managing strategy, content creation, and technology
acquisition and development for Web and Internet campaigns.
* Experience
developing and implementing strategy on a wide range of
campaigns,
including organizing, contract, political, and legislative, as
well as
experience working with community allies.
* Thorough knowledge of Web site development, architecture, and
navigation protocols.
* Thorough knowledge of online publishing and related use of
Internet technology for communication, education, and advocacy.
* Knowledge of the use of new technology for community advocacy.
* Knowledge of software product development.
* Knowledge of building online audiences and communities.
* Knowledge of unions, the labor movement, and their mission and
objectives.
* Knowledge of union organizing, political, and advocacy
campaigns.
* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Excellent writing and editing skills required.
* Ability to effectively use Internet communications tools.
* Ability to make effective presentations.
* Ability to handle multiple priority projects simultaneously and
meet established deadlines.
* Ability to coordinate with others on projects so that deadlines
are satisfactorily met.
* Ability to work effectively with elected leaders and staff in
complex and sometimes political situations.
* Ability to continually develop skills related to use of rapidly
changing technology, and communications best practices.
* Ability to write and proofread Spanish a plus.
* Skill in the use of HTML and Microsoft Office programs.
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Long and extended
hours and travel may be required.
SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Regional Fundraiser
Job Opportunity:
The Ohio Democratic Party has an opening for a Fundraiser in the
Cleveland Metropolitan area. We are seeking an energetic, experienced
Fundraiser who will help to develop, refine and execute a strategic
fundraising plan. The Fundraiser will be responsible for coordinating
and carrying out events and other fundraising activities, call time,
building and maintaining relationships, and direct solicitations from
state and local donors through multiple channels and mediums.
The Regional Fundraiser will have responsibility for developing and
meeting performance milestones, with continual progress toward larger
organizational goals. Additionally, he or she will be an aggressive
innovator of new ideas, approaches, and opportunities to raise the
necessary funds.
Qualifications:
* A minimum of 2 years prior fundraising experience - either
political or issue based preferred
* Prior experience with targeting contributors and follow up
management
* Social media skills
* Excellent verbal, writing and analytical skills - the ability
to speak persuasively in a charged atmosphere;
* A strong commitment to Democratic ideals and issues
* Effective computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and
NGP
Application Procedure:
Please send resume and cover letter, to sross@ohiodems.org by July 8,
2011.
The Ohio Democratic Party is dedicated to the achievement of equality of
opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual
orientation, marital status, age, national origin or disability.
INTERNSHIPS:
DCCC Summer Accounting/Compliance Intern Needed Immediately
The DCCC Accounting/Compliance Team is seeking an intern to assist
with daily departmental and compliance needs. Qualified applicants
will have strong communication and problem solving skills. Applicants
must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with
Microsoft Navision is preferred, but not required.
The Accounting/Compliance department is responsible for overseeing all
accounting , compliance, and Federal Election Commission (FEC)
Reporting functions within the committee. An intern can expect to gain
a basic knowledge of federal election law and political accounting
practices. The primary duties of the Accounting/Compliance intern are
to assist with the overall daily function of the department. Examples
of daily tasks include filing disbursements and receipts, assisting
with expense account tracking, assisting with sales/use tax reporting,
coordinating with team to manage miscellaneous projects, and assisting
with Federal Election Compliance reporting. Please note, this is not a
"strategy" field and all work will be administrative in nature.
Please send the following to dunn@dccc.org by Friday June 17, 2011:
- Cover Letter describing your interest in politics and the DCCC
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript
- Three Professional References (Name, Title, Business, Phone Number,
and Email Address)
The DCCC prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion,
compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the
basis of gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed,
sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status),
gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic
identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by
applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies,
and procedures of the DCCC, including opportunity for employment and
treatment as a DCCC employee. The DCCC is an equal opportunity
employer and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting
discrimination in employment.
Paid for by Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee • 430 S
Capitol Street, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20003 • (202) 863-1500
Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.
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New Partners, a progressive, full service political consulting firm with specialties in strategic advising/consulting, communications, research, fundraising/development and field/grassroots strategy, is seeking summer interns in the finance department of our firm’s Washington, DC office. Interns will work on a variety of nonprofit, foundation and political clients and will be provided a stipend. Please visit www.newpartners.com for more information on the firm.
Candidates should possess strong oral and written communication skills, solid organizational skills and attention to detail, and sound political instincts. He or she must also have the ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and balance multiple projects at once. All candidates should be familiar with Microsoft Office suite.
Candidates should be current college or graduate students, or recent graduates. To apply, please email resume, cover letter and writing sample to young@newpartners.com.
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Looking to gain experience on a campaign this summer?
Our team is looking for new summer interns to join a competitive
Democratic State Senate primary race in Northern Virginia. This will
be a closely watched and competitive race. Great for experience,
contact building, and resumes!
We are looking for applicants who are hard working, detail oriented,
self motivated, and have a desire to further progressive causes. This
is a great opportunity to learn multiple aspects of political
campaigns. Interns will be introduced to different aspects of field
operations, finance, management, and more!
Internship responsibilities include:
- Voter Contact
- Event Staffing
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Assisting and running canvass operations
- Entering Data
- Visibility Distribution
- Assisting our finance team
- Reaching out to constituency groups
Those who would like more information, please email questions and
resumes to NovaSenateWin2011@gmail.com
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Impact Research Fellow Description
Sister Cities International (SCI) is seeking a Fellow to assist with our new
Impact Initiative. Sister Cities International is a nonprofit citizen
diplomacy network that creates and strengthens partnerships between U.S. and
international communities. We strive to build global cooperation at the
municipal level, promote cultural understanding and stimulate economic
development.
*Program description:* The overarching objective of this position is to
expand outreach to youth and young professionals, create online best
practices forums, and improve SCI members’ ability to report on social and
economic impact through the long-term sister cities programs abroad.
Initially, the project will focus regionally in Asia, in particular Japan
with the compiling of information on US-Japan relationships and providing
educational information for members interested in re-invigorating their
Asian sister city relationships. This new program will include incorporating
youth and young professionals into Sister Cities International’s annual
events and launching online forums to encourage youth and young professional
involvement. The position will include a heavy research component that will
promote monitoring and evaluating in local programs’ exchanges, building a
database of economic development best practices and measuring both
quantitative and qualitative impacts.
*Duties and Responsibilities: *The Impact Research Fellowship will take
place from May 2011 through July 2013.
- Outreach to members to build a database of economic development best
practices
- Manage online resources and coordinate webinars to educate members on
youth and young professionals programming, long-term impacts of programs and
on rebuilding and initiating sister cities relationships with Japan
- Work with the conference department to organize workshops and
educational forums at conferences and meetings which will focus on youth and
young professionals alumni tracking, and US-Japan networking/best practices
· Assist selected sister city members with the implementation of
exchanges with their Japanese sister city as directed by Special Programs
Manager
- Assist with other programs as directed
* *
*Position Requirements*
- Recent undergraduate or current graduate student preferred
- Proven experience with research and building database systems
- Excellent communication skills, experience working with a membership
association preferred
- Expertise and/or demonstrated familiarity with citizen diplomacy and an
understanding of the complexities of international affairs
- Proven ability to work with people of diverse national cultures and
skills of differing professional backgrounds. Ability to deal with complex
issues and management of skilled and experienced professional staff and
volunteers. Commitment to teamwork, motivation and accountability.
- Experience interacting or working with youth and young professionals
- Second language is preferred, Japanese a plus
- Enthusiasm for cultural exchanges and learning about other cultures
*Position will require 30 hours a week and will report directly to the
Special Programs Manager.*
Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to Jennelle Root at
jroot@sister-cities.org. Please put “Asia Initiative Research Fellow” in the
subject line. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the
volume of applications, only candidates chosen for interviews will be
contacted. No phone calls please.
Anna ML Valero
202.495.1265
amlvalero@gmail.com
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Position: Intern (Field and Finance)
Availability: Part Time (flexible)
Location: Abington, PA
The Shapiro Richards for Montgomery County Commissioner race is looking for
dedicated interns to help us achieve victory in November. It will be a very
closely watched race and would be great experience for any college or high
school student. If you are looking to go into politics, now is your chance
to learn what it’s all about.
Our main office is currently located in Abington but we will have offices
soon throughout the county. Interns will assist staff with numerous
projects and gain experience in VAN management and field work.
If interested, please send resume to matt@shapirorichards.com
Matt Macekura
(609) 320-9405
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10 Weeks Left Until August Democratic Primary
Looking to gain experience as a Field Organizer? Interested in
directing a campaign office in the future?
Progressive Democratic candidate running for the Virginia state senate
seeks summer/fall interns. Learn valuable skills. Earn school
credit. Build your resume. Work with fun people.
Responsibilities Include:
- Managing targeted precincts and tracking voter contact
- Recruiting and Training Volunteers
- Contacting and Persuading Voters
- Data Entry
Great opportunity for high school and college students, and recent
college graduates. For more information or to schedule an interview
email: adam.favolaforsenate@gmail.com
Campaign is based in Arlington, VA
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Youth Regional Coordinator, Hunger Fighters. Minneapolis, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.
Do you want to gain community organizing and leadership skills while working to fight global hunger? Apply for a year-long paid internship with the Hunger Fighters initiative. Learn more and apply.
Youth New Media Producer, Hunger Fighters. Minneapolis, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.
Become a Hunger Fighter and use your digital media skills to make a difference! This year-long internship will teach you how to become a more effective online organizer and provide you with leadership skills that you can use in the movement to end hunger. Learn more and apply.
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