The salary range is $68,000 -$72,000.
Position Overview The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. The coalition has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org . The Alliance Secretariat seeks a Communications Associate ready to contribute to its dynamic communications team, which is charged with amplifying the individual and collective climate leadership of member governors while increasing public awareness of the health and economic benefits of state-led climate action. Key responsibilities of the communications team include managing press relations, developing coalition-wide messages, overseeing social media, planning press events, providing member communications support, and executing effective digital and web communications and design. The Communications Associate reports to the Secretariat’s Communications Director and works closely with the Senior Communications Associate in carrying out these responsibilities. Specifically, they will be expected to lead digital video production and editing efforts, manage and maintain internal databases and the Alliance’s website, oversee news and media monitoring, and provide other communications support as needed to the Secretariat leadership and Alliance member governors’ offices, including digital and social media assistance. The Communications Associate will work as part of a broader team that Secretariat staff as well as external partners, consultants, and representatives from the Alliance states and territories. This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule) with consideration for remote work in the continental U.S. Essential Functions
Produce and edit short videos for the Alliance’s digital and social media channels.
Support other digital and social media engagement, including developing content, tracking analytics, and amplifying state action.
Track news relevant to state and federal climate policy and action and produce daily clips summary.
Draft quarterly external newsletter.
Manage website content creation and updates.
Help draft and edit briefing memos, presentations, talking points, Q&A documents, press releases, grant reports and proposals, and other written material on specific issue areas and initiatives as needed.
Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and maintaining databases, records, contact lists, and archives.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree required.
2-3 years of full-time communications experience.
Demonstrated interest and experience working on purpose-driven, public policy and/or climate issue communications campaigns and initiatives. Preference may be given to candidates with prior experience in or around state-level government.
Excellent analytical, communication, and research skills.
Ability to write clearly, concisely, and persuasively with attention to detail.
Familiarity with key media outlets and reporters.
Experience developing video content utilizing video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva Pro, Final Cut Pro, and/or other services) and working with digital and social media platforms including X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other emerging platforms.
Interest in innovative, creative, persuasive, and engaging ways to communicate technically complex policies and materials.
Responsible, flexible, hard‐working, proactive, team-oriented, and committed to the mission of the Alliance.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure and meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Our Values The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
Jan 16, 2024
Full time
The salary range is $68,000 -$72,000.
Position Overview The U.S. Climate Alliance is a bipartisan coalition of governors securing America’s net-zero future by advancing state-led, high-impact climate action. The Alliance Secretariat helps its members accelerate climate action by providing a broad range of technical, analytical, policy, and capacity assistance and resources. The coalition has also built strong relationships with the federal administration to help create and implement an ambitious, durable national climate framework. For more information on the Alliance, please visit www.usclimatealliance.org . The Alliance Secretariat seeks a Communications Associate ready to contribute to its dynamic communications team, which is charged with amplifying the individual and collective climate leadership of member governors while increasing public awareness of the health and economic benefits of state-led climate action. Key responsibilities of the communications team include managing press relations, developing coalition-wide messages, overseeing social media, planning press events, providing member communications support, and executing effective digital and web communications and design. The Communications Associate reports to the Secretariat’s Communications Director and works closely with the Senior Communications Associate in carrying out these responsibilities. Specifically, they will be expected to lead digital video production and editing efforts, manage and maintain internal databases and the Alliance’s website, oversee news and media monitoring, and provide other communications support as needed to the Secretariat leadership and Alliance member governors’ offices, including digital and social media assistance. The Communications Associate will work as part of a broader team that Secretariat staff as well as external partners, consultants, and representatives from the Alliance states and territories. This position is based in Washington, DC (hybrid schedule) with consideration for remote work in the continental U.S. Essential Functions
Produce and edit short videos for the Alliance’s digital and social media channels.
Support other digital and social media engagement, including developing content, tracking analytics, and amplifying state action.
Track news relevant to state and federal climate policy and action and produce daily clips summary.
Draft quarterly external newsletter.
Manage website content creation and updates.
Help draft and edit briefing memos, presentations, talking points, Q&A documents, press releases, grant reports and proposals, and other written material on specific issue areas and initiatives as needed.
Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and maintaining databases, records, contact lists, and archives.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
Selection Criteria
Bachelor’s degree required.
2-3 years of full-time communications experience.
Demonstrated interest and experience working on purpose-driven, public policy and/or climate issue communications campaigns and initiatives. Preference may be given to candidates with prior experience in or around state-level government.
Excellent analytical, communication, and research skills.
Ability to write clearly, concisely, and persuasively with attention to detail.
Familiarity with key media outlets and reporters.
Experience developing video content utilizing video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva Pro, Final Cut Pro, and/or other services) and working with digital and social media platforms including X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other emerging platforms.
Interest in innovative, creative, persuasive, and engaging ways to communicate technically complex policies and materials.
Responsible, flexible, hard‐working, proactive, team-oriented, and committed to the mission of the Alliance.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure and meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Our Values The Secretariat’s core values represent our team’s highest priorities and driving forces. These values are the heart of how we go about doing our work in support of each other and our member governors and states, serving as cultural cornerstones and exemplified by all members of our team.
Purpose: We are aligned by a common purpose to confront the climate crisis and its impacts through the power of state government. We connect our daily work to the Alliance’s mission and, in pursuit of our shared goals, always act in the best interest of our governors and states.
Excellence: We have high standards in the work we do to support Alliance governors and states. We are focused, data-driven, and attentive to the smallest of details while never losing sight of the big picture.
Empathy: We value kindness and treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing that our actions affect one another and all those with whom we interact. We consider growth, learning, and development to be priorities.
Inclusion: We actively work to increase diversity, advance equity, and cultivate a welcoming work environment where everyone feels valued. We are collaborators and prioritize teamwork — knowing that it will take our broader community all working together to ultimately solve the climate crisis.
Balance: We value a positive work environment and, even in the hectic day-to-day, we make the time to build relationships, celebrate successes, and laugh. We know that balancing home and work lives is essential and encourage each other to put the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones first.
Benefits & Compensation
For full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:
a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)
dental insurance
vision insurance
flexible spending accounts
403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contribution
group term and supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
health club discounts
commuter subsidy
back-up care
employee assistance program
Additionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.
Ocean Associates, Inc. (OAI) is seeking two candidates to assist the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of Communications. This office is primarily responsible for effectively communicating NOAA efforts through proactive communication of its scientific research results and NOAA’s top objective is coordinating strategic communications on a national level. On a day-to-day basis, the office provides strategic communications expertise and advice to agency leadership and staff.
OAI supplies personnel support services on contract to government and industry clients. This is a full-time position based on 40 hrs/week with generous employee benefits. Hourly rate is commensurate with experience. The positions need to be filled as soon as possible.
DUTIES:
The employees will assist with strategically communicating and supporting NOAA’s core missions.
Tasks will include:
Create public relations communications products (news releases, fact sheets).
Develop non-technical content for the web using science writing expertise and journalistic style that is easily understood by a non-technical audience.
Develop communications plans and campaign targeting specific audiences.
Produce presentations to help managers and scientists convey complex information to non-technical audiences,
Develop digital content strategies that will contribute to multiple blog posts, articles, and national social media platforms.
Help organize and run stakeholder meetings, both live and virtual engagements, for specific initiatives across the agency.
Develop graphics and illustrations, such as infographics, that enhance digital and print communications, such as engaging news releases, fact sheets, online media, and presentations. Create infographics to tell stories visually and convey complicated/detailed information, particularly data.
Identify critical media and press opportunities to promote the organization's initiatives, products, and services.
Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and ensure accurate representation of the organization's activities.
Ensure all communication materials adhere to the organization's brand guidelines and messaging.
Monitor communication initiatives, gathering relevant metrics and data.
Prepare regular reports on the effectiveness of public relations efforts and suggest improvements based on analysis.
Activities require partnering with the creative team to determine the overall creative message that is brand consistent.
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Work may be performed remotely, with on-site assistance at the NOAA Headquarters address if required. Reimbursement of home office expenses (e.g. phone, computer, internet, and electricity) will not be authorized.
Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary: $35.00 to $41.00 per hour. In case of a catastrophic event, weekend work may be required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor of Science or Arts degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with up to 10 years total relevant experience.
Experience managing and supporting the implementation of client objectives, requirements, and programs. Support activities may include strategy development and communications that include public relations, news conferences, digital content creation, social media, and other outreach activities.
Experience researching, conceptualizing, writing, proofreading, and editing original content and digital experiences about scientific topics.
Experience managing overall communications, strategic direction, and guidance for implementing client objectives, requirements, and programs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively in a team/group setting.
Ability to receive constructive feedback and implement appropriate action.
Only qualified applicants that meet minimum experience or background requirements stated above need apply. When applying for this position you will be asked to upload your resume at the end of this online application.
Applicants should submit a resume that includes the following:
Cover letter that briefly describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
Work history for past 10 years or since last full-time education.
Education.
Previous experience or training with similar requirements.
Three professional references.
Include your name in the document file name.
Upload your resume in readable, not scanned, PDF or Word format (PDF is preferred).
Oct 10, 2023
Full time
Ocean Associates, Inc. (OAI) is seeking two candidates to assist the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of Communications. This office is primarily responsible for effectively communicating NOAA efforts through proactive communication of its scientific research results and NOAA’s top objective is coordinating strategic communications on a national level. On a day-to-day basis, the office provides strategic communications expertise and advice to agency leadership and staff.
OAI supplies personnel support services on contract to government and industry clients. This is a full-time position based on 40 hrs/week with generous employee benefits. Hourly rate is commensurate with experience. The positions need to be filled as soon as possible.
DUTIES:
The employees will assist with strategically communicating and supporting NOAA’s core missions.
Tasks will include:
Create public relations communications products (news releases, fact sheets).
Develop non-technical content for the web using science writing expertise and journalistic style that is easily understood by a non-technical audience.
Develop communications plans and campaign targeting specific audiences.
Produce presentations to help managers and scientists convey complex information to non-technical audiences,
Develop digital content strategies that will contribute to multiple blog posts, articles, and national social media platforms.
Help organize and run stakeholder meetings, both live and virtual engagements, for specific initiatives across the agency.
Develop graphics and illustrations, such as infographics, that enhance digital and print communications, such as engaging news releases, fact sheets, online media, and presentations. Create infographics to tell stories visually and convey complicated/detailed information, particularly data.
Identify critical media and press opportunities to promote the organization's initiatives, products, and services.
Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and ensure accurate representation of the organization's activities.
Ensure all communication materials adhere to the organization's brand guidelines and messaging.
Monitor communication initiatives, gathering relevant metrics and data.
Prepare regular reports on the effectiveness of public relations efforts and suggest improvements based on analysis.
Activities require partnering with the creative team to determine the overall creative message that is brand consistent.
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Work may be performed remotely, with on-site assistance at the NOAA Headquarters address if required. Reimbursement of home office expenses (e.g. phone, computer, internet, and electricity) will not be authorized.
Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary: $35.00 to $41.00 per hour. In case of a catastrophic event, weekend work may be required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor of Science or Arts degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with up to 10 years total relevant experience.
Experience managing and supporting the implementation of client objectives, requirements, and programs. Support activities may include strategy development and communications that include public relations, news conferences, digital content creation, social media, and other outreach activities.
Experience researching, conceptualizing, writing, proofreading, and editing original content and digital experiences about scientific topics.
Experience managing overall communications, strategic direction, and guidance for implementing client objectives, requirements, and programs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively in a team/group setting.
Ability to receive constructive feedback and implement appropriate action.
Only qualified applicants that meet minimum experience or background requirements stated above need apply. When applying for this position you will be asked to upload your resume at the end of this online application.
Applicants should submit a resume that includes the following:
Cover letter that briefly describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
Work history for past 10 years or since last full-time education.
Education.
Previous experience or training with similar requirements.
Three professional references.
Include your name in the document file name.
Upload your resume in readable, not scanned, PDF or Word format (PDF is preferred).
Piedmont Environmental Council
45 Horner Street, Warrenton, VA
Position Description
Title: HR & Payroll Specialist
Manager: HR Director
Location: Warrenton, VA
Job Classification: Full Time Non-Exempt
Introduction
The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has proudly promoted and protected the natural resources, rural economy, history and beauty of the Virginia Piedmont since 1972. PEC empowers residents to protect what makes the Piedmont a wonderful place, and works with citizens to conserve land, protect air and water quality, celebrate historic resources, build smart transportation networks.
Description
The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) is seeking to hire an HR & Payroll Specialist to work in our headquarters office in Warrenton, VA. This individual will provide basic support to the HR Department in day-to-day functions including timesheet proofing and payroll processing, assisting new staff in benefit enrollments, personnel record filing and various tracking and reporting functions. PEC has a staff of 50 employees and a broad offering of benefits.
Areas of Responsibility
Proof biweekly timesheet entries for completeness in coding and process payroll.
Upload journal entries for payroll to the General Ledger and prepare monthly fringe benefit allocation journal entry.
Update payroll for any changes in employee deductions and create new employee records in payroll.
Maintain all personnel files.
Prepare bank reconciliations and key recurring charges related to automatic payments.
Assist employees during the annual open enrollment process for benefits.
Transmit electronic payments and data on HSA and FSA accounts.
Review benefit insurance bills monthly for accuracy.
Prepare reports as needed
Interact with all PEC staff on HR and benefits matters and occasional interaction with members of the Board and donors
Qualifications
Experience processing payroll through an automated system
Experience with and a basic understanding of employee benefits
Excellent Excel skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently after initial instruction
Ability to learn the GL chart of accounts and a complex list of cost centers and assign expenses in an accurate manner
Ability to prioritize among competing demands (with direction)
Ability to lift light objects in an office setting (such as a carton of paper)
Associates Degree preferred but significant experience can be substituted for some education
Knowledge of QuickBooks Online or similar financial software preferred
Experience in a nonprofit setting preferred
Compensation
Salary range is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour (the equivalent of $52,000 to $62,400 annually) , commensurate with experience.
Benefits
PEC offers an outstanding and robust benefits package including:
Two health plans (89.75% employer paid premium for employee only on high-deductible plan, 85% employer paid for added dependents on high-deductible plan)
Dental and Vision insurance plans
Short & Long Term Disability*
Group Term Life*
Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity insurances*
HSA account (with employer match up to $750 per year)
FSA accounts (health & dependent)
403(b) pension plan with employer contribution after 1 year of service with 100% vesting from day one
12 paid holidays
PTO leave - 24 days per year, accrued each pay period
1 day per year of paid leave to volunteer at another non-profit or charitable cause
Salary Continuation Leave for employee or family illness (including maternity and paternity) - from 2 to 8 weeks fully paid leave eligibility every 24 months, depending on length of service
Paid Bereavement, Jury Duty and Military Service Training leave
Cell Phone Reimbursement up to $75 per month
Travel Expense Reimbursement
Hybrid work environment and Flexible Work Schedules
Professional Development support
Payment for relevant licenses & professional membership fees.
*Indicates that this insurance premium is 100% paid by PEC for employee’s coverage.
Application Process
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to apply@pecva.org . Resume reviews begin immediately.
The Piedmont Environmental Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, helps build the competencies and knowledge of our organization. Diversity of experience and skills, combined with passion, is key to our organizational identity.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted upon your acceptance.
Reasonable ADA accommodations will be made upon request.
Feb 22, 2023
Full time
Position Description
Title: HR & Payroll Specialist
Manager: HR Director
Location: Warrenton, VA
Job Classification: Full Time Non-Exempt
Introduction
The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has proudly promoted and protected the natural resources, rural economy, history and beauty of the Virginia Piedmont since 1972. PEC empowers residents to protect what makes the Piedmont a wonderful place, and works with citizens to conserve land, protect air and water quality, celebrate historic resources, build smart transportation networks.
Description
The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) is seeking to hire an HR & Payroll Specialist to work in our headquarters office in Warrenton, VA. This individual will provide basic support to the HR Department in day-to-day functions including timesheet proofing and payroll processing, assisting new staff in benefit enrollments, personnel record filing and various tracking and reporting functions. PEC has a staff of 50 employees and a broad offering of benefits.
Areas of Responsibility
Proof biweekly timesheet entries for completeness in coding and process payroll.
Upload journal entries for payroll to the General Ledger and prepare monthly fringe benefit allocation journal entry.
Update payroll for any changes in employee deductions and create new employee records in payroll.
Maintain all personnel files.
Prepare bank reconciliations and key recurring charges related to automatic payments.
Assist employees during the annual open enrollment process for benefits.
Transmit electronic payments and data on HSA and FSA accounts.
Review benefit insurance bills monthly for accuracy.
Prepare reports as needed
Interact with all PEC staff on HR and benefits matters and occasional interaction with members of the Board and donors
Qualifications
Experience processing payroll through an automated system
Experience with and a basic understanding of employee benefits
Excellent Excel skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently after initial instruction
Ability to learn the GL chart of accounts and a complex list of cost centers and assign expenses in an accurate manner
Ability to prioritize among competing demands (with direction)
Ability to lift light objects in an office setting (such as a carton of paper)
Associates Degree preferred but significant experience can be substituted for some education
Knowledge of QuickBooks Online or similar financial software preferred
Experience in a nonprofit setting preferred
Compensation
Salary range is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour (the equivalent of $52,000 to $62,400 annually) , commensurate with experience.
Benefits
PEC offers an outstanding and robust benefits package including:
Two health plans (89.75% employer paid premium for employee only on high-deductible plan, 85% employer paid for added dependents on high-deductible plan)
Dental and Vision insurance plans
Short & Long Term Disability*
Group Term Life*
Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity insurances*
HSA account (with employer match up to $750 per year)
FSA accounts (health & dependent)
403(b) pension plan with employer contribution after 1 year of service with 100% vesting from day one
12 paid holidays
PTO leave - 24 days per year, accrued each pay period
1 day per year of paid leave to volunteer at another non-profit or charitable cause
Salary Continuation Leave for employee or family illness (including maternity and paternity) - from 2 to 8 weeks fully paid leave eligibility every 24 months, depending on length of service
Paid Bereavement, Jury Duty and Military Service Training leave
Cell Phone Reimbursement up to $75 per month
Travel Expense Reimbursement
Hybrid work environment and Flexible Work Schedules
Professional Development support
Payment for relevant licenses & professional membership fees.
*Indicates that this insurance premium is 100% paid by PEC for employee’s coverage.
Application Process
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to apply@pecva.org . Resume reviews begin immediately.
The Piedmont Environmental Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, helps build the competencies and knowledge of our organization. Diversity of experience and skills, combined with passion, is key to our organizational identity.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted upon your acceptance.
Reasonable ADA accommodations will be made upon request.
This position will be based out of Washington DC and will be a hybrid model of remote and required in-office work. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor visa work authorization for this position.
About the Program:
Launched in 2019, Cool Food is a unique initiative which brings together a growing number of food service providers, restaurants, retailers, governments, schools, and hospitals, and help them cut their food-related greenhouse gas emissions while serving delicious food. Over the past three years, WRI has been building Cool Food’s foundation. Currently there are nearly 70 members and the next phase is to dramatically scale its impact. We have set ourselves the highly ambitious goal of increasing our reach six-fold over three years.
Job Highlight:
We are looking for a motivated and passionate administrator to run the backbone of our Cool Food Membership program. A whizz with figures and getting to grips with the operational processes of WRI, a stickler for detail and inquisitive nature to understand the detail. A relationship builder to provide membership engagement support to help run the Cool Food Membership program to reduce the climate impact of food. You will be working closely with other members of the Membership and wider Sustainable diets team. This role is to ensure the membership experience is smooth and seamless and members understand how their membership works and what the membership benefits are. You will be supported by the Head of Cool Food - Membership Development and Membership Engagement Specialist and work with the wider Sustainable Diets team. You will report to the Head of Cool Food - Membership Development
What will you do
Membership administration – 60%:
Membership reporting - in this role you will need to develop a very good understanding and working knowledge of WRI’s financial and operational reporting processes as this will form the backbone of the membership reporting required in this role.
To be the Food team’s main point of contact for Grants and Contracts and Accounting departments
Manage the Membership renewals on a month-by-month basis
Using Salesforce and other systems to update member contacts and other membership information and track opportunities
Build internal relationships across the sustainable diets team, including Communications and to facilitate effective working relationships and with broader WRI teams
Membership Account Management, onboarding of new members and membership support 40%:
Managing a group of smaller members by supporting their needs and helping to solve any problems they may have. Be able to explain the membership offer and attend/lead member meetings. With support from the Membership Engagement Specialist.
Onboarding of new members to make sure members are fully aware of what is included in their membership and how to access membership resources. Also manage the detail regarding setting-up new members ie invoicing standard, deliverables agreed, contacts details, review process.
Support with Cool Food events and webinars this will include administrative support to arrange and help run events, webinars, and meetings.
Support Behavior change and climate impact of food workshops, working with the Cool Food product team and provide administrative support to arrange and help run workshops, including sending out meeting invitations, setting up breakout rooms and supporting the Head of Cool Food.
Case study development, ensure the case studies are stored in the central files and work with the Membership Engagement Specialist to keep them up-to-date and provide template for new case studies.
What will you need:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or science in relevant Operations, finance, etc.; relevant work experience in lieu of degree is accepted
Experience: Minimum 1+ years of relevant professional experience
A passion for sustainability and working for an NGO
Operations/finance/administrative experience essential
Experience working with Concur, ADP, Salesforce and Teams would be beneficial
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and the Internet
A natural problem solver with an interest in working with complex systems and processes and finding solutions organically
Real stickler for attention to detail with an inquisitive mind to make sure facts are correct and question when something does not look right
Strong interpersonal skills, who is highly motivated, proactive work style and have demonstrated planning and organization skills
Excellent communicator - verbal, written and good presentation skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced working environment, both independently and as part of a global team across time zones, so may need to be flexible with working hours on an occasional basis
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure with tight deadlines and able to run small projects independently.
Potential Salary:
The salary range for this position is 57,000 USD - 64,000 USD if filled by a candidate located and legally able to work in the US. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.
How to Apply:
Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of February 10, 2023 . You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
About Us:
Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.
Feb 02, 2023
Full time
This position will be based out of Washington DC and will be a hybrid model of remote and required in-office work. Existing work authorization is required at the time of application submission. WRI is unable to sponsor visa work authorization for this position.
About the Program:
Launched in 2019, Cool Food is a unique initiative which brings together a growing number of food service providers, restaurants, retailers, governments, schools, and hospitals, and help them cut their food-related greenhouse gas emissions while serving delicious food. Over the past three years, WRI has been building Cool Food’s foundation. Currently there are nearly 70 members and the next phase is to dramatically scale its impact. We have set ourselves the highly ambitious goal of increasing our reach six-fold over three years.
Job Highlight:
We are looking for a motivated and passionate administrator to run the backbone of our Cool Food Membership program. A whizz with figures and getting to grips with the operational processes of WRI, a stickler for detail and inquisitive nature to understand the detail. A relationship builder to provide membership engagement support to help run the Cool Food Membership program to reduce the climate impact of food. You will be working closely with other members of the Membership and wider Sustainable diets team. This role is to ensure the membership experience is smooth and seamless and members understand how their membership works and what the membership benefits are. You will be supported by the Head of Cool Food - Membership Development and Membership Engagement Specialist and work with the wider Sustainable Diets team. You will report to the Head of Cool Food - Membership Development
What will you do
Membership administration – 60%:
Membership reporting - in this role you will need to develop a very good understanding and working knowledge of WRI’s financial and operational reporting processes as this will form the backbone of the membership reporting required in this role.
To be the Food team’s main point of contact for Grants and Contracts and Accounting departments
Manage the Membership renewals on a month-by-month basis
Using Salesforce and other systems to update member contacts and other membership information and track opportunities
Build internal relationships across the sustainable diets team, including Communications and to facilitate effective working relationships and with broader WRI teams
Membership Account Management, onboarding of new members and membership support 40%:
Managing a group of smaller members by supporting their needs and helping to solve any problems they may have. Be able to explain the membership offer and attend/lead member meetings. With support from the Membership Engagement Specialist.
Onboarding of new members to make sure members are fully aware of what is included in their membership and how to access membership resources. Also manage the detail regarding setting-up new members ie invoicing standard, deliverables agreed, contacts details, review process.
Support with Cool Food events and webinars this will include administrative support to arrange and help run events, webinars, and meetings.
Support Behavior change and climate impact of food workshops, working with the Cool Food product team and provide administrative support to arrange and help run workshops, including sending out meeting invitations, setting up breakout rooms and supporting the Head of Cool Food.
Case study development, ensure the case studies are stored in the central files and work with the Membership Engagement Specialist to keep them up-to-date and provide template for new case studies.
What will you need:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or science in relevant Operations, finance, etc.; relevant work experience in lieu of degree is accepted
Experience: Minimum 1+ years of relevant professional experience
A passion for sustainability and working for an NGO
Operations/finance/administrative experience essential
Experience working with Concur, ADP, Salesforce and Teams would be beneficial
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and the Internet
A natural problem solver with an interest in working with complex systems and processes and finding solutions organically
Real stickler for attention to detail with an inquisitive mind to make sure facts are correct and question when something does not look right
Strong interpersonal skills, who is highly motivated, proactive work style and have demonstrated planning and organization skills
Excellent communicator - verbal, written and good presentation skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced working environment, both independently and as part of a global team across time zones, so may need to be flexible with working hours on an occasional basis
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure with tight deadlines and able to run small projects independently.
Potential Salary:
The salary range for this position is 57,000 USD - 64,000 USD if filled by a candidate located and legally able to work in the US. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors.
How to Apply:
Please submit a resume with cover letter by the date of February 10, 2023 . You must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
About Us:
Founded in 1982, World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. WRI has a global staff of over 1,800 people with work spanning 60 countries. We have offices in Africa, Brazil, China, Europe, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Colombia and the United States, as well as a growing presence in other countries and regions.
The foundation of our work is delivering high-quality research, data, maps, and analysis to solve the world’s greatest environment and international development challenges and improve people’s lives. We work with leaders in government, business, and civil society to drive ambitious action and create change on the ground. Equally important, we bring together partners to develop breakthrough ideas and scale-up solutions for far-reaching, enduring impact.
Our mission and values:
WRI’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations.
Our values are shared ideals that bind us together: Integrity, Innovation, Urgency, Independence, Respect.
Our culture:
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, we embrace all diversity and encourage women, the LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. Recognizing our strong commitment to gender equality, WRI has also been awarded EDGE certification.
Our team in Human Resources carefully reviews all applications.
Position Summary
The Associate Director of Foundation Relations will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to further build upon a grants program that has experienced rapid growth in revenue over the past three years. The successful candidate must have exceptional communication skills, substantial experience working with foundations and cultivating and soliciting six- and seven-figure grants. This position will report directly to the Director of Foundation Relations to support the institutional priorities of the HRC Foundation.
Position Responsibilities
● Implement fundraising strategies to secure new and renewed funding - advancing and deepening existing foundation partnerships and significantly growing a portfolio of foundation donors;
● Cultivate and maintain relationships with foundation leaders and program officers, building meaningful collaborations in furtherance of HRC Foundation’s mission and goals;
● Lead the grant application process, including drafting and finalizing grant proposals, letters of Inquiry, and responding to requests for proposals; tracking relevant deadlines; and meeting with staff and members of the HRC Foundation and finance team to gather necessary information to prepare these documents;
● Prepare compelling presentations and other communication materials for prospects and existing funders, articulating the history, structure, objectives, programs and theory of change of the HRC Foundation;
● Collaborate with program staff and the senior leadership team to build partnerships, maintaining accurate and up-to-date knowledge of current organizational goals, activities, and funding requirements;
● Coordinate and collaborate across several departments of the organization including Finance/Accounting, Foundation, Public Policy & Political Affairs, General Counsel, Communications and Development staff.
● Manage special projects as needed.
● Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
● 5-7+ years of previous experience in foundation management and/or grant-writing
● Excellent communication and presentation skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a rapid pace environment;
● Proven ability to successfully motivate lateral and more senior colleagues to provide necessary support for grant and reporting requirements;
● Direct knowledge of and experience working with private, public and/or corporate foundations and significant proficiency in managing grant budgets
● Problem-solver able to creatively and effectively overcome obstacles;
● Proven organizational and project management skills
● Highly effective oral and written communicator with the ability to adapt to a wide range of communication styles, critical to complete all work with a high level of accuracy.
● Exceptionally motivated, organized and detail-oriented; team player with a willingness to help where required.
● Ability to manage working with supervision as well as independently.
● Professionalism and a demonstrated ability to handle confidential information is a must.
● Personal interest in and commitment to LGBTQ+ equality.
All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.
Tier Description:
The HRC Staff Tier Structure is available on the HRC Staff Intranet
Jul 22, 2022
Full time
Position Summary
The Associate Director of Foundation Relations will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to further build upon a grants program that has experienced rapid growth in revenue over the past three years. The successful candidate must have exceptional communication skills, substantial experience working with foundations and cultivating and soliciting six- and seven-figure grants. This position will report directly to the Director of Foundation Relations to support the institutional priorities of the HRC Foundation.
Position Responsibilities
● Implement fundraising strategies to secure new and renewed funding - advancing and deepening existing foundation partnerships and significantly growing a portfolio of foundation donors;
● Cultivate and maintain relationships with foundation leaders and program officers, building meaningful collaborations in furtherance of HRC Foundation’s mission and goals;
● Lead the grant application process, including drafting and finalizing grant proposals, letters of Inquiry, and responding to requests for proposals; tracking relevant deadlines; and meeting with staff and members of the HRC Foundation and finance team to gather necessary information to prepare these documents;
● Prepare compelling presentations and other communication materials for prospects and existing funders, articulating the history, structure, objectives, programs and theory of change of the HRC Foundation;
● Collaborate with program staff and the senior leadership team to build partnerships, maintaining accurate and up-to-date knowledge of current organizational goals, activities, and funding requirements;
● Coordinate and collaborate across several departments of the organization including Finance/Accounting, Foundation, Public Policy & Political Affairs, General Counsel, Communications and Development staff.
● Manage special projects as needed.
● Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
● 5-7+ years of previous experience in foundation management and/or grant-writing
● Excellent communication and presentation skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a rapid pace environment;
● Proven ability to successfully motivate lateral and more senior colleagues to provide necessary support for grant and reporting requirements;
● Direct knowledge of and experience working with private, public and/or corporate foundations and significant proficiency in managing grant budgets
● Problem-solver able to creatively and effectively overcome obstacles;
● Proven organizational and project management skills
● Highly effective oral and written communicator with the ability to adapt to a wide range of communication styles, critical to complete all work with a high level of accuracy.
● Exceptionally motivated, organized and detail-oriented; team player with a willingness to help where required.
● Ability to manage working with supervision as well as independently.
● Professionalism and a demonstrated ability to handle confidential information is a must.
● Personal interest in and commitment to LGBTQ+ equality.
All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.
Tier Description:
The HRC Staff Tier Structure is available on the HRC Staff Intranet
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Washington State Department of Ecology is searching for an innovative and strategic leader for the position of Government Relations Director . This is an exempt management service (EMS) Band 4 position that reports to the Director of Ecology. The position is located at Ecology’s Headquarters Office in Lacey, Washington .
This position is critical to Ecology’s success and is focused on establishing and maintaining positive, effective relationships with key members of Ecology’s authorizing environment. In this role, you will direct agency-wide external relations and public affairs. These include the State Legislature, legislative staff, Governor’s office, state and federal agencies, local governments, tribal governments, and Washington’s Congressional delegation. You will also direct agency strategy and public affairs for a variety of non-governmental organizations, including business, environmental, media, agriculture, ports, utilities, community groups and other interests. These relations are critical to furthering Ecology’s mission through successful resolution of issues pertaining to legislation, constituent concerns, budget, regulations, policies, and state and federal agreements. You will be expected to develop solutions that meet the state’s interests in, and responsibility for, environmental protection of air, land, water, and climate while meeting the interests of stakeholders to the extent possible.
In addition to what is listed above, you will lead and direct the activities of Ecology’s Rules and Accountability Section, including supervision of the section manager. This section provides strategic and diverse management of programs and policies that are highly complex, multi-program and agency-wide, in nature. The section supports the work of this position, and serves the Agency Director, Deputy Director, and the executive leadership team in setting agency direction for strategic and long-range planning, performance, and accountability, continuous process improvement and organizational effectiveness, customer service and surveying, rule-making, economic analysis, and coordination of a variety of agency-wide responsibilities (e.g. enforcement appeals).
Agency Mission : Ecology’s mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations.
During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements and health-screening questions before entry.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of August 3, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before August 2, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
Director of Government Relations – Primary Responsibilities
Agency lead for tracking, monitoring, testifying, and negotiating 400-500 bills per session. Testimony may be in person or using virtual forums. Many of these bills deal with issues that the Governor has placed on his top priority list, such as climate change, environmental justice, and salmon restoration. The bills related to environmental issues tend to be some of the most controversial and hard-fought bills of any given session and impact budget priorities and budget negotiations.
Conducting activities during the interim (between legislative sessions), including legislative and Governor task forces, public workshops and hearings, rule development, and one-on-one in-district in-person negotiation with legislative leadership and key committee chairs, and working with legislators/Governor’s office to address constituent issues.
Developing and facilitating and supporting passage of all agency request legislation.
Advising the Governor, Chief of Staff, and the Governor’s legislative director on bills and policies pertaining to environmental and natural resources issues.
Representing the agency on the Governor’s Natural Resources Legislative Policy Group, the Governor’s Cabinet Agency Legislative Director’s Group, and other Governor’s Office meetings pertaining or relating to the agency’s environmental work.
Taking a lead role in negotiations with legislators and key stakeholders regarding the agency’s Operating, Capital, and Supplemental Budgets.
Rulemaking responsibility for all agency rule filing, including the CR 101, CR 102, and CR 103, with the Code Reviser’s Office.
Overseeing the staff responsible for strategic planning and performance management for the agency.
Ensuring that stakeholders are notified of significant actions by the agency, including the Governor, congressional delegation, and the legislature.
Speaking before legislative and congressional committees, the news media, business, environmental organizations, and community groups.
Serving as a member of Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team.
Advising Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team regarding external relations.
Who are we looking for ?
We are searching for a strategic thinker with impeccable judgment and leadership skills that is passionate about our issues, is relationally oriented, and loves to dig into policy. A leader with heart who can communicate and influence change, modeling the highest standards of ethics, follow-through, and accountability. Key attributes of who we are searching for include:
Superior communication and problem solving skills.
Collaborative approach combined with ability to make executive decisions.
Deep commitment to principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.
Well-developed understanding of political process and political strategy.
Strong working knowledge of how to interpret legislation and rules including understanding of how legislation and rules may apply to a range of factual circumstances.
Ability to leverage the creativity and innovation of others to deliver services, problem solve and improve processes.
A Member of Ecology's Executive Leadership Team This position reports to the Director of Ecology and is a member of the Executive Leadership Team and represents the Director or advises the Director on external stakeholder issues and many internal operational issues. The nature of the position requires the application of advanced management and negotiation principles and skills.
In this role you will:
Serve as Ecology’s primary resource for issues relating to the Washington State legislature, including the development and negotiations of agency request legislation, Governor request legislation pertaining to the environment, and legislative branch proposals that support or impact the agency’s environmental work.
Direct Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team’s efforts in all aspects of legislative involvement.
Make decisions on agency positions on numerous legislative bills and proposals dealing with environmental and natural resources, and related local/state government issues.
Represent Ecology in stakeholder discussions dealing with the development and implementation of agency policies, rules, and legislation.
Serve as Ecology’s lead representative to the Governor’s Office and other state agencies on matters relating to legislative actions and high profile issues that have a legislative interest or nexus.
Lead and manage Ecology’s Rules and Accountability Section.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Five years of work experience in position(s) responsible for leading an organization’s policy work and/or working directly within the legislative process including development of legislative strategy, developing constituent relationships and accomplishing results through influence and leadership of others.
Experience must demonstrate being able to successfully:
Communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, to a wide variety of internal and external audiences.
Develop and maintain key internal and external relationships.
Collaborate with internal and external organizational partners to solve problems.
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in public administration, political science, environmental or natural sciences, law, communications or related field.
Experience in management and supervision of employees and executive level communications, negotiation, and consensus building.
Knowledge of Washington State’s budget development and administration principles and process, legislative processes, state rulemaking processes, and intergovernmental relations.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
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Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Teri North at Teri.North@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Teri to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Jul 22, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Washington State Department of Ecology is searching for an innovative and strategic leader for the position of Government Relations Director . This is an exempt management service (EMS) Band 4 position that reports to the Director of Ecology. The position is located at Ecology’s Headquarters Office in Lacey, Washington .
This position is critical to Ecology’s success and is focused on establishing and maintaining positive, effective relationships with key members of Ecology’s authorizing environment. In this role, you will direct agency-wide external relations and public affairs. These include the State Legislature, legislative staff, Governor’s office, state and federal agencies, local governments, tribal governments, and Washington’s Congressional delegation. You will also direct agency strategy and public affairs for a variety of non-governmental organizations, including business, environmental, media, agriculture, ports, utilities, community groups and other interests. These relations are critical to furthering Ecology’s mission through successful resolution of issues pertaining to legislation, constituent concerns, budget, regulations, policies, and state and federal agreements. You will be expected to develop solutions that meet the state’s interests in, and responsibility for, environmental protection of air, land, water, and climate while meeting the interests of stakeholders to the extent possible.
In addition to what is listed above, you will lead and direct the activities of Ecology’s Rules and Accountability Section, including supervision of the section manager. This section provides strategic and diverse management of programs and policies that are highly complex, multi-program and agency-wide, in nature. The section supports the work of this position, and serves the Agency Director, Deputy Director, and the executive leadership team in setting agency direction for strategic and long-range planning, performance, and accountability, continuous process improvement and organizational effectiveness, customer service and surveying, rule-making, economic analysis, and coordination of a variety of agency-wide responsibilities (e.g. enforcement appeals).
Agency Mission : Ecology’s mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations.
During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements and health-screening questions before entry.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of August 3, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before August 2, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
Director of Government Relations – Primary Responsibilities
Agency lead for tracking, monitoring, testifying, and negotiating 400-500 bills per session. Testimony may be in person or using virtual forums. Many of these bills deal with issues that the Governor has placed on his top priority list, such as climate change, environmental justice, and salmon restoration. The bills related to environmental issues tend to be some of the most controversial and hard-fought bills of any given session and impact budget priorities and budget negotiations.
Conducting activities during the interim (between legislative sessions), including legislative and Governor task forces, public workshops and hearings, rule development, and one-on-one in-district in-person negotiation with legislative leadership and key committee chairs, and working with legislators/Governor’s office to address constituent issues.
Developing and facilitating and supporting passage of all agency request legislation.
Advising the Governor, Chief of Staff, and the Governor’s legislative director on bills and policies pertaining to environmental and natural resources issues.
Representing the agency on the Governor’s Natural Resources Legislative Policy Group, the Governor’s Cabinet Agency Legislative Director’s Group, and other Governor’s Office meetings pertaining or relating to the agency’s environmental work.
Taking a lead role in negotiations with legislators and key stakeholders regarding the agency’s Operating, Capital, and Supplemental Budgets.
Rulemaking responsibility for all agency rule filing, including the CR 101, CR 102, and CR 103, with the Code Reviser’s Office.
Overseeing the staff responsible for strategic planning and performance management for the agency.
Ensuring that stakeholders are notified of significant actions by the agency, including the Governor, congressional delegation, and the legislature.
Speaking before legislative and congressional committees, the news media, business, environmental organizations, and community groups.
Serving as a member of Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team.
Advising Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team regarding external relations.
Who are we looking for ?
We are searching for a strategic thinker with impeccable judgment and leadership skills that is passionate about our issues, is relationally oriented, and loves to dig into policy. A leader with heart who can communicate and influence change, modeling the highest standards of ethics, follow-through, and accountability. Key attributes of who we are searching for include:
Superior communication and problem solving skills.
Collaborative approach combined with ability to make executive decisions.
Deep commitment to principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.
Well-developed understanding of political process and political strategy.
Strong working knowledge of how to interpret legislation and rules including understanding of how legislation and rules may apply to a range of factual circumstances.
Ability to leverage the creativity and innovation of others to deliver services, problem solve and improve processes.
A Member of Ecology's Executive Leadership Team This position reports to the Director of Ecology and is a member of the Executive Leadership Team and represents the Director or advises the Director on external stakeholder issues and many internal operational issues. The nature of the position requires the application of advanced management and negotiation principles and skills.
In this role you will:
Serve as Ecology’s primary resource for issues relating to the Washington State legislature, including the development and negotiations of agency request legislation, Governor request legislation pertaining to the environment, and legislative branch proposals that support or impact the agency’s environmental work.
Direct Ecology’s Executive Leadership Team’s efforts in all aspects of legislative involvement.
Make decisions on agency positions on numerous legislative bills and proposals dealing with environmental and natural resources, and related local/state government issues.
Represent Ecology in stakeholder discussions dealing with the development and implementation of agency policies, rules, and legislation.
Serve as Ecology’s lead representative to the Governor’s Office and other state agencies on matters relating to legislative actions and high profile issues that have a legislative interest or nexus.
Lead and manage Ecology’s Rules and Accountability Section.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Five years of work experience in position(s) responsible for leading an organization’s policy work and/or working directly within the legislative process including development of legislative strategy, developing constituent relationships and accomplishing results through influence and leadership of others.
Experience must demonstrate being able to successfully:
Communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, to a wide variety of internal and external audiences.
Develop and maintain key internal and external relationships.
Collaborate with internal and external organizational partners to solve problems.
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in public administration, political science, environmental or natural sciences, law, communications or related field.
Experience in management and supervision of employees and executive level communications, negotiation, and consensus building.
Knowledge of Washington State’s budget development and administration principles and process, legislative processes, state rulemaking processes, and intergovernmental relations.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
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A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
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Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Teri North at Teri.North@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Teri to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
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The take-away
Ready to take on some of the most powerful forces in our society? We’re looking for a Director of Media and Press Relations to join a fierce, smart team challenging global corporations, holding them accountable, and creating a world where all people can thrive.
Why you’ll love coming to work every day
You’ll help change the world by being part of fearless and winning campaigns. You’ll be joining an organization that’s not satisfied with the world as it is—and has a vision for how it should be. When your quest is ending corporate abuse, you can’t be afraid to name names and demand what the world needs. For more than 40 years, we’ve been exposing and challenging the abuses of the likes of Nestlé, Exxon Mobil, Philip Morris International, McDonald’s, and more. We don’t back down, and we run campaigns until we win.
You’ll work with awesome people. Join a team of passionate, kind, determined, optimistic, and solutions-oriented folks. We work hard, celebrate victories large and small, and always have each other’s backs.
You can take on big responsibilities as you go. You’ll thrive here as you develop new skills, tackle new challenges, learn, and grow. We pay lots of attention to building staff leadership, and we provide support and training to help you grow in your role.
You’ll be part of an organization committed to advancing racial equity and transforming systems of oppression. We are deeply committed to prioritizing the leadership of people who bear the brunt of corporate abuse: Black and Indigenous people and other people of color, women, low-income people, people in the Global South, and LGBTQ+ folks around the world. Our unique culture has been fostered by a long history of women at the helm. We are actively focusing on the leadership of our staff of color, knowing we are stronger when the organization reflects the vision of the world we’re building together.
What you’ll do
For more than four decades, Corporate Accountability has moved millions of people to challenge corporate power through hard-hitting campaigns that win victories for health, human rights, democracy, and the planet. Far-reaching media -- paired with strategic grassroots organizing -- is at the core of what we do. Our media program is central to shifting the public climate, making possible change that feels impossible, and ensuring our campaigns and research are getting out into the world.
That’s where you come in. We’re looking for someone to bring leadership and collaboration to our media program. The heart of the job is securing groundbreaking, widespread media coverage that exposes corporate abuse and motivates people to take action with us. You’ll develop compelling communications that shift the narrative on issues from climate change and water privatization to food and tobacco industry abuses. You’ll lead in building and deepening strong reciprocal relationships with campaign partners, reporters, and thought leaders, while furthering our shared mission in all aspects, from campaigning to fundraising. You’ll work in partnership with a broad, cross-organizational team collaborating to craft sharp messaging and then get it out in the world. You will use your imagination and creativity to collaboratively lead a thoughtful media program and the work of the broader communications team. You will continue to build widespread awareness of the organization, our mission, and our 40+-year track record of success in curbing corporate power.
Who you are
The rampant abuses of corporations and the outrageous amount of power they have make you mad as hell -- and you want to do something about it.
You have a commitment to advancing racial equity and ending systems of oppression, and are ready to do this in your day-to-day work. You understand that campaigning for justice must include working to dismantle white supremacy, institutional racism, colonialism, and anti-Blackness.
You have a deep understanding of the power of language and communications to move people to action and create change. You have practice and experience in communications strategies and are a top-notch writer and skilled editor, and you are fluent in framing and messaging best practices.
You can produce, collaboratively and independently, media that reaches a broad range of audiences, including reporters, government delegates, corporate executives, and grassroots organizers - depending on the strategy.
Communications is at the heart of your theory of change, and you view comms and organizing work as inextricably linked. You can communicate complex ideas simply and clearly, and are highly organized in your thinking and systems. You understand that strategic planning is essential to success and have experience creating and implementing both short- and long-term plans.
You are a tenacious communicator and organizer to your core. You thrive on building authentic relationships. You know social change happens person to person -- so you’re not afraid to strike up conversation with a stranger, direct message someone on Twitter, or hop on the phone to pitch a reporter on their next big story. You can build relationships with integrity and build power for global change with people from diverse backgrounds.
You are a great supervisor. You lead with compassion, managing and collaborating with staff toward goals, and encouraging people to lead from their positions.
You keep up to date with global media standards, and are always thinking outside the box. You creatively work within the realm of non-traditional media, and are excited to to step into this role to further bring Corporate Accountability’s work to new multimedia platforms.
You have 6-10 years of experience in organizing, communications, or other relevant fields.
What you’ll be responsible for in the day-to-day
Lead the media team — from playing a key role in on-boarding new media members, supervising staff, and training staff outside of the unit to support media work. You will be guiding the vision and strategy behind our media work across the organization, and working with your team to ensure our plans become a reality.
Build and maintain strong relationships with reporters and thought leaders —whether that’s grabbing a coffee (virtually or in person), talking on the phone, commenting on their social media posts, or anything in between.
Play a leading role in securing media coverage for the organization. You will lead in assessing and employing innovative and effective media strategies in coordination with our campaigns and digital teams, including running an effective spokesperson training program.
Write and project manage talking points and media briefs for a variety of audiences from the U.S. to the Global South, including government officials, policy experts, public health experts, and reporters.
Draft compelling copy for traditional and social media that is inclusive; advances racial, economic, and gender equity; and educates and inspires people around the world to take action.
Actively participate in organization-wide planning, fundraising, racial equity work, recruitment, and campaign activities.
Salary and benefits:
Salary range: $70,000-$74,000, commensurate with experience.
Our comprehensive benefit package includes: health insurance (with 90% of the premium for all tiers covered by the organization) and dental coverage (with 100% of the individual premium covered by the organization and the option to add dependents at an additional cost); FSA for transit, health care, and dependent care; and 401(k) with employer match.
Generous time off policies including one month of personal vacation time, one week of an office closure for collective rest, holidays, and unlimited wellness days to prioritize health.
Location :
Remote based on public health recommendations around COVID-19 centering the safety and health of our staff, with the option to eventually transition into our campaign headquarters in downtown Boston, MA. As an organization, we are moving in the direction of enabling our staff to live and work from wherever their personal circumstances take them. Once on-boarded, there will be a more formalized process regarding permanent remote work.
We are looking for great candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. If you don’t exactly fit the job description, but you know you have skills and experiences that are transferable to this position, please apply! Tell us about yourself and why you are should be our next Director of Media and Press Relations.
To apply: Visit www.corporateaccountability.org/employment-opportunities. Attach your résumé to the online application and include a cover letter. Please include where you heard about the position. Given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and our current capacity to process applications, we will be responding on a rolling basis and therefore might take between 2 – 4 weeks to respond to your application.
Corporate Accountability stops transnational corporations from devastating democracy, perpetuating systemic racism, trampling human rights, and destroying our planet. We are building a world rooted in justice where corporations answer to people, not the other way around -- a world where every person has access to clean water, healthy food, a safe place to live, and the opportunity to reach their full human potential.
Corporate Accountability is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive organization. Black and Indigenous people and other people of color, women, nonbinary people, LGBTQ+ and disabled folks are strongly encouraged to apply. Join more than 60 smart and driven staff and interns working in this dynamic organization with a powerful network of members and allies around the world.
Jun 14, 2022
Full time
The take-away
Ready to take on some of the most powerful forces in our society? We’re looking for a Director of Media and Press Relations to join a fierce, smart team challenging global corporations, holding them accountable, and creating a world where all people can thrive.
Why you’ll love coming to work every day
You’ll help change the world by being part of fearless and winning campaigns. You’ll be joining an organization that’s not satisfied with the world as it is—and has a vision for how it should be. When your quest is ending corporate abuse, you can’t be afraid to name names and demand what the world needs. For more than 40 years, we’ve been exposing and challenging the abuses of the likes of Nestlé, Exxon Mobil, Philip Morris International, McDonald’s, and more. We don’t back down, and we run campaigns until we win.
You’ll work with awesome people. Join a team of passionate, kind, determined, optimistic, and solutions-oriented folks. We work hard, celebrate victories large and small, and always have each other’s backs.
You can take on big responsibilities as you go. You’ll thrive here as you develop new skills, tackle new challenges, learn, and grow. We pay lots of attention to building staff leadership, and we provide support and training to help you grow in your role.
You’ll be part of an organization committed to advancing racial equity and transforming systems of oppression. We are deeply committed to prioritizing the leadership of people who bear the brunt of corporate abuse: Black and Indigenous people and other people of color, women, low-income people, people in the Global South, and LGBTQ+ folks around the world. Our unique culture has been fostered by a long history of women at the helm. We are actively focusing on the leadership of our staff of color, knowing we are stronger when the organization reflects the vision of the world we’re building together.
What you’ll do
For more than four decades, Corporate Accountability has moved millions of people to challenge corporate power through hard-hitting campaigns that win victories for health, human rights, democracy, and the planet. Far-reaching media -- paired with strategic grassroots organizing -- is at the core of what we do. Our media program is central to shifting the public climate, making possible change that feels impossible, and ensuring our campaigns and research are getting out into the world.
That’s where you come in. We’re looking for someone to bring leadership and collaboration to our media program. The heart of the job is securing groundbreaking, widespread media coverage that exposes corporate abuse and motivates people to take action with us. You’ll develop compelling communications that shift the narrative on issues from climate change and water privatization to food and tobacco industry abuses. You’ll lead in building and deepening strong reciprocal relationships with campaign partners, reporters, and thought leaders, while furthering our shared mission in all aspects, from campaigning to fundraising. You’ll work in partnership with a broad, cross-organizational team collaborating to craft sharp messaging and then get it out in the world. You will use your imagination and creativity to collaboratively lead a thoughtful media program and the work of the broader communications team. You will continue to build widespread awareness of the organization, our mission, and our 40+-year track record of success in curbing corporate power.
Who you are
The rampant abuses of corporations and the outrageous amount of power they have make you mad as hell -- and you want to do something about it.
You have a commitment to advancing racial equity and ending systems of oppression, and are ready to do this in your day-to-day work. You understand that campaigning for justice must include working to dismantle white supremacy, institutional racism, colonialism, and anti-Blackness.
You have a deep understanding of the power of language and communications to move people to action and create change. You have practice and experience in communications strategies and are a top-notch writer and skilled editor, and you are fluent in framing and messaging best practices.
You can produce, collaboratively and independently, media that reaches a broad range of audiences, including reporters, government delegates, corporate executives, and grassroots organizers - depending on the strategy.
Communications is at the heart of your theory of change, and you view comms and organizing work as inextricably linked. You can communicate complex ideas simply and clearly, and are highly organized in your thinking and systems. You understand that strategic planning is essential to success and have experience creating and implementing both short- and long-term plans.
You are a tenacious communicator and organizer to your core. You thrive on building authentic relationships. You know social change happens person to person -- so you’re not afraid to strike up conversation with a stranger, direct message someone on Twitter, or hop on the phone to pitch a reporter on their next big story. You can build relationships with integrity and build power for global change with people from diverse backgrounds.
You are a great supervisor. You lead with compassion, managing and collaborating with staff toward goals, and encouraging people to lead from their positions.
You keep up to date with global media standards, and are always thinking outside the box. You creatively work within the realm of non-traditional media, and are excited to to step into this role to further bring Corporate Accountability’s work to new multimedia platforms.
You have 6-10 years of experience in organizing, communications, or other relevant fields.
What you’ll be responsible for in the day-to-day
Lead the media team — from playing a key role in on-boarding new media members, supervising staff, and training staff outside of the unit to support media work. You will be guiding the vision and strategy behind our media work across the organization, and working with your team to ensure our plans become a reality.
Build and maintain strong relationships with reporters and thought leaders —whether that’s grabbing a coffee (virtually or in person), talking on the phone, commenting on their social media posts, or anything in between.
Play a leading role in securing media coverage for the organization. You will lead in assessing and employing innovative and effective media strategies in coordination with our campaigns and digital teams, including running an effective spokesperson training program.
Write and project manage talking points and media briefs for a variety of audiences from the U.S. to the Global South, including government officials, policy experts, public health experts, and reporters.
Draft compelling copy for traditional and social media that is inclusive; advances racial, economic, and gender equity; and educates and inspires people around the world to take action.
Actively participate in organization-wide planning, fundraising, racial equity work, recruitment, and campaign activities.
Salary and benefits:
Salary range: $70,000-$74,000, commensurate with experience.
Our comprehensive benefit package includes: health insurance (with 90% of the premium for all tiers covered by the organization) and dental coverage (with 100% of the individual premium covered by the organization and the option to add dependents at an additional cost); FSA for transit, health care, and dependent care; and 401(k) with employer match.
Generous time off policies including one month of personal vacation time, one week of an office closure for collective rest, holidays, and unlimited wellness days to prioritize health.
Location :
Remote based on public health recommendations around COVID-19 centering the safety and health of our staff, with the option to eventually transition into our campaign headquarters in downtown Boston, MA. As an organization, we are moving in the direction of enabling our staff to live and work from wherever their personal circumstances take them. Once on-boarded, there will be a more formalized process regarding permanent remote work.
We are looking for great candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. If you don’t exactly fit the job description, but you know you have skills and experiences that are transferable to this position, please apply! Tell us about yourself and why you are should be our next Director of Media and Press Relations.
To apply: Visit www.corporateaccountability.org/employment-opportunities. Attach your résumé to the online application and include a cover letter. Please include where you heard about the position. Given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and our current capacity to process applications, we will be responding on a rolling basis and therefore might take between 2 – 4 weeks to respond to your application.
Corporate Accountability stops transnational corporations from devastating democracy, perpetuating systemic racism, trampling human rights, and destroying our planet. We are building a world rooted in justice where corporations answer to people, not the other way around -- a world where every person has access to clean water, healthy food, a safe place to live, and the opportunity to reach their full human potential.
Corporate Accountability is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive organization. Black and Indigenous people and other people of color, women, nonbinary people, LGBTQ+ and disabled folks are strongly encouraged to apply. Join more than 60 smart and driven staff and interns working in this dynamic organization with a powerful network of members and allies around the world.
Movement Media
Washington, DC (preferred) or remote within the U.S.
Movement Media Seeks General Manager
Movement Media is seeking an outstanding General Manager with a passion for social change to play a key role in Movement Media’s work to support our remarkable client partnerships. The General Manager at Movement Media is a full-time position and is a new role within the growing organization. The role will be a hybrid between a Chief of Staff and Project Manager position. The primary responsibilities of this position support Movement Media’s role in anchoring Dr. Bronner’s Public Relations department and helping with the collective execution of a multi-faceted global strategy. Specifically, the General Manager’s workload is split between a focus on US and International projects for Dr. Bronner’s and select activist initiatives.
This new team member will be part of a unique company that centers progressive values and maintains exceptionally high standards while working in a dynamic, fast paced work culture serving highly visible clients on critical issues in the realm of social justice, environmental sustainability, and socially responsible business. The core causes our work relates to include Animal Advocacy, Community Betterment, Criminal Justice Reform, Drug Policy Reform, Fair Pay & Fair Trade, and Regenerative Organic Agriculture, among other causes.
This is a full-time, salaried, and exempt position requiring a commitment to a minimum of 40 work hours per week
Base salary starts at $85,000-$95,000 annually based on experience
Employees are benefits-eligible after a three-month introductory period
All full-time benefits-eligible employees receive:
Top tier, company paid full medical, dental, and vision plans
A contribution of 10% on top of base salary to a 401K plan with each payroll
A year-end discretionary bonus of up to 10% on top of base salary
Significant PTO and health leave
At least 12 paid holidays annually including May Day and Juneteenth
Opportunities for on-going skill-building and professional development programs
Position is predominantly remote within the United States. Residents of Washington, D.C. area are preferred, and may be asked to work office hours, TBD
The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a supervisor in a Project Manager, Chief of Staff, General Manager, or equivalent role managing the work of three or more people (as direct reports). An equal amount of time in the field of public relations or communications is also essential. We need someone who is both an excellent senior manager and a seasoned public relations professional.
Movement Media is a full-service public relations firm based in Washington, D.C. We aim to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage people of systemically marginalized identities and life experiences who meet essential requirements and qualifications of this position to apply. We value skills acquired on nonconventional career paths and look at cover letters as closely as, if not more closely than, resumes. If you see your professional history as having built the skills and experience necessary to excel in this position, we encourage you to apply.
We seek to actively embody an ethos that is anti-racist, anti-sexist, pro-feminist, LGTBQIA-positive, anti-ableist, non-binary in thinking, and supports animal rights—in the interest of collectively undermining and ending all forms of oppression.
Movement Media strives to cultivate a workplace culture that centers consent as fundamental to all interaction. Read about our commitment to consent culture, here: https://www.wearemovementmedia.com/our-values/#consent-culture
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Managing and developing communications and media-relations oriented projects for Dr. Bronner’s Public Relations Department in the US and internationally
Managing relationships with myriad partners around the world
Providing support, direction, and management to maximize bandwidth of communications staff
Playing advisory role to Director, as requested
Creating, writing, and editing communications materials including press releases
Setting up and maintaining internal systems and protocols for project management and execution
Researching and compiling lists of target media
Performing media outreach and regularly “pitching” media outlets
Answering and fulfilling media requests and coordinating interviews with Executives and other spokespeople
Writing project summaries and regular client reports and presentations
Administering and bottom-lining multiple projects with a high degree of attention to detail, freeing up the Director to focus on big-picture and highest priority work
The primary objectives of this role are:
Supporting Director with strategic planning and preparation by driving organizational effectiveness and alignment
Providing supervision and direction for client-facing managers and their workloads to ensure that delegated work is completed on time and with the highest levels of quality
Increasing bandwidth on client-facing projects
A typical week in this role could involve:
Preparing team members and/or Director for internal and external meetings with clients and/or colleagues
Facilitating and/or attending meetings with clients and colleagues
One-on-one check ins with staff on progress of ongoing projects
Providing detailed work plans and time management plans for client facing staff
Researching media outlets and strategizing outreach plans
Writing and/or editing press releases and other press materials
Writing and/or editing project reports
Giving or assisting with presentations
Coordinating media requests
Pitching stories to target media and executing media outreach strategies
Scheduling media interviews and opportunities for clients
Scheduling meetings with clients, colleagues, or with/for Director
Developing internal systems to increase efficiency and reduce stress and bottlenecks
Working with the Director to set priorities for the team
Requirements and Skills
Confident, outgoing, down to earth, and highly cooperative attitude
Extremely savvy and effective communicator on the phone, via email, and in-person
Exceptional ability to write crisp, tight, and compelling material in a variety of voices for both internal and external communications, both quickly and through more in-depth work, as required
Proactive, flexible, and highly accountable problem solver
Proven team management skills and a collaborative and coaching-forward approach to leadership
Commitment to a non-fear-based management style: we do not blame, shame, or use aggression as a management tactic in this workplace
Experience in project management from conception to completion
Comfortable providing strategic leadership on multiple concurrent projects and to one or more team members
Expertise in establishing and executing a vision for developing voice; message, and strategy for PR campaigns as well as generating earned media coverage
Highly competent at interfacing with clients, colleagues, and media in multiple countries across a variety of cultures and backgrounds
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communications skills and the tenacity to solve clients’ problems quickly and provide them with service of the highest standard
An enthusiastic and committed outlook, open to participating in and influencing change within the organization and within the world at large
Driven self-starter with the ability to think independently and work autonomously when necessary and a desire to succeed while working cooperatively among fellow professionals
Passionate about issues related to social justice, environmental sustainability, and animal rights and interested in working on campaigns connected to these causes
A deep understanding of the media landscape from traditional media outlets to digital and social platforms
Strong demonstrated ability to generate press coverage and amplify stories and campaigns
Experience with programs and services such as Cision, Meltwater, PR Newswire, Mailchimp, and Basecamp and/or a fast learner with programs of this nature related to communications and project management
Proficiency with Objectives and Key Results (OKR) methodology or other goal setting frameworks
Able to travel to meetings, trade shows, client-headquarters, company headquarters or other company related events between 1-4 times or more per year for an estimated 20-30 cumulative days annually on average—varies due to pandemic and subject to change and flexibility
Essential Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a supervisor in a Project Manager, Chief of Staff, General Manager, or equivalent role managing three or more direct reports
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the field of Public Relations or Communications
An affinity with activism, B Corps, progressive values, and issues related to social justice, animal advocacy, and environmental sustainability
Highly competent and proficient with Microsoft Office, Dropbox, and Google Drive
Able to work standard business hours on eastern or pacific time M-F with occasional weekends and early mornings/late evenings to accommodate other time zones
To Apply:
Email hiring@wearemovementmedia.com a one paragraph introduction and overview of contents with an attached zip file or Dropbox link with the following application packet in PDF format.
IMPORTANT: We deeply value skills acquired on nonconventional career paths and look at cover letters as closely as resumes. If you believe your professional history gives you the experience necessary to excel in this position, we encourage you to apply and tell us why.
Cover letter
A unique letter tailored for this application, a minimum of 800 words in length, addressing:
Why you are interested in and passionate about this position
Why you would be a good fit
Why you want to work with the clients mentioned above
What skills you bring to the table and examples of how you have used and developed them in the past
In closing, please name:
One book that helps you understand the world as it is today and explain how/why in a few sentences
One book that helps show you the world as is could be and summarize how/why in a few sentences
CV
Two sample press releases (written by you in previous positions)
Two other professional writing samples
At least two professional references from the last 3 years
At least one professional reference from the last 10 years
Note: Please consider your application your first assignment related to the (potential) job. All applications that do not submit the full application packet with the content and in the format specified above will not be considered. Please demonstrate complete competence and attention to detail in the application process.
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Movement Media is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage all who meet minimum requirements and conditions to apply. We are opposed to all discrimination based on race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military status, physical or mental impairment, or medical condition including genetic characteristics and any other protected characteristics or marginalized identities.
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About Movement Media
Movement Media is a full-service public relations firm based in Washington, D.C. We are activists at heart and publicists by trade. Our mission is to create and anchor public relations and communications infrastructure and offer tools to support growth, strengthen dialogue, build movements, sustain momentum, amplify unheard voices, and influence social change.
Movement Media offers opportunities for social change work that is both financially sustainable and emotionally rewarding. We believe jobs should encourage a healthy work-life balance, and we want our work to enhance our quality of life rather than be an obstacle to it. We strive to create a healthy work environment and an approach to our workplace that encourages personal wellbeing and growth and the ability for staff to thrive and take pride in their contributions to the broader world community through their work at Movement Media. Learn more here: https://www.wearemovementmedia.com
This position serves Movement Media’s ongoing and long-term relationship with Dr. Bronner’s.
About Dr. Bronner’s
Founded in the U.S. in 1948, Dr. Bronner’s is the top-selling natural brand of soap in North America and a leading brand worldwide. The company is an independent, family-owned business based in California, committed to honoring the vision of founder Emanuel Bronner by making socially and environmentally responsible personal care and food products of the highest quality, and by dedicating profits to help make a better world.
Dr. Bronner’s commitment to social justice, environmental sustainability, and progressive business practices is part of the company’s mission to put into practice the “All-One” philosophy printed on the company’s iconic soap labels. The company caps executive salaries at 5 times its lowest paid fully vested position and donates all profits not needed for business development to causes and charities it believes in. Dr. Bronner’s generated nearly $170 million in revenue in 2021 and donated an estimated one third of profits to activist and charitable efforts. For further information, go to: http://www.drbronner.com
Dr. Bronner’s PR Department Statement of Purpose:
The purpose of Dr. Bronner’s Public Affairs and Media Relations (PR) department is to assist the company in representing itself in a manner that is reflective of and consistent with its stated mission, principles, and core values. The department’s mandate and responsibilities include: managing the brands global PR strategy; helping develop the brand’s messaging, communications, campaigns, and various materials; facilitating media relations and media coverage; managing partnerships with public relations agencies and personnel around the world; managing and assisting with select activist, philanthropic, and advocacy related initiatives on behalf of the company; developing and producing multi-media projects, including documentary videos; and serving as a point of contact for the company to media, nonprofit organizations and activist initiatives, other companies and institutions, as well as the general public.
Mar 02, 2022
Full time
Movement Media Seeks General Manager
Movement Media is seeking an outstanding General Manager with a passion for social change to play a key role in Movement Media’s work to support our remarkable client partnerships. The General Manager at Movement Media is a full-time position and is a new role within the growing organization. The role will be a hybrid between a Chief of Staff and Project Manager position. The primary responsibilities of this position support Movement Media’s role in anchoring Dr. Bronner’s Public Relations department and helping with the collective execution of a multi-faceted global strategy. Specifically, the General Manager’s workload is split between a focus on US and International projects for Dr. Bronner’s and select activist initiatives.
This new team member will be part of a unique company that centers progressive values and maintains exceptionally high standards while working in a dynamic, fast paced work culture serving highly visible clients on critical issues in the realm of social justice, environmental sustainability, and socially responsible business. The core causes our work relates to include Animal Advocacy, Community Betterment, Criminal Justice Reform, Drug Policy Reform, Fair Pay & Fair Trade, and Regenerative Organic Agriculture, among other causes.
This is a full-time, salaried, and exempt position requiring a commitment to a minimum of 40 work hours per week
Base salary starts at $85,000-$95,000 annually based on experience
Employees are benefits-eligible after a three-month introductory period
All full-time benefits-eligible employees receive:
Top tier, company paid full medical, dental, and vision plans
A contribution of 10% on top of base salary to a 401K plan with each payroll
A year-end discretionary bonus of up to 10% on top of base salary
Significant PTO and health leave
At least 12 paid holidays annually including May Day and Juneteenth
Opportunities for on-going skill-building and professional development programs
Position is predominantly remote within the United States. Residents of Washington, D.C. area are preferred, and may be asked to work office hours, TBD
The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a supervisor in a Project Manager, Chief of Staff, General Manager, or equivalent role managing the work of three or more people (as direct reports). An equal amount of time in the field of public relations or communications is also essential. We need someone who is both an excellent senior manager and a seasoned public relations professional.
Movement Media is a full-service public relations firm based in Washington, D.C. We aim to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage people of systemically marginalized identities and life experiences who meet essential requirements and qualifications of this position to apply. We value skills acquired on nonconventional career paths and look at cover letters as closely as, if not more closely than, resumes. If you see your professional history as having built the skills and experience necessary to excel in this position, we encourage you to apply.
We seek to actively embody an ethos that is anti-racist, anti-sexist, pro-feminist, LGTBQIA-positive, anti-ableist, non-binary in thinking, and supports animal rights—in the interest of collectively undermining and ending all forms of oppression.
Movement Media strives to cultivate a workplace culture that centers consent as fundamental to all interaction. Read about our commitment to consent culture, here: https://www.wearemovementmedia.com/our-values/#consent-culture
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Managing and developing communications and media-relations oriented projects for Dr. Bronner’s Public Relations Department in the US and internationally
Managing relationships with myriad partners around the world
Providing support, direction, and management to maximize bandwidth of communications staff
Playing advisory role to Director, as requested
Creating, writing, and editing communications materials including press releases
Setting up and maintaining internal systems and protocols for project management and execution
Researching and compiling lists of target media
Performing media outreach and regularly “pitching” media outlets
Answering and fulfilling media requests and coordinating interviews with Executives and other spokespeople
Writing project summaries and regular client reports and presentations
Administering and bottom-lining multiple projects with a high degree of attention to detail, freeing up the Director to focus on big-picture and highest priority work
The primary objectives of this role are:
Supporting Director with strategic planning and preparation by driving organizational effectiveness and alignment
Providing supervision and direction for client-facing managers and their workloads to ensure that delegated work is completed on time and with the highest levels of quality
Increasing bandwidth on client-facing projects
A typical week in this role could involve:
Preparing team members and/or Director for internal and external meetings with clients and/or colleagues
Facilitating and/or attending meetings with clients and colleagues
One-on-one check ins with staff on progress of ongoing projects
Providing detailed work plans and time management plans for client facing staff
Researching media outlets and strategizing outreach plans
Writing and/or editing press releases and other press materials
Writing and/or editing project reports
Giving or assisting with presentations
Coordinating media requests
Pitching stories to target media and executing media outreach strategies
Scheduling media interviews and opportunities for clients
Scheduling meetings with clients, colleagues, or with/for Director
Developing internal systems to increase efficiency and reduce stress and bottlenecks
Working with the Director to set priorities for the team
Requirements and Skills
Confident, outgoing, down to earth, and highly cooperative attitude
Extremely savvy and effective communicator on the phone, via email, and in-person
Exceptional ability to write crisp, tight, and compelling material in a variety of voices for both internal and external communications, both quickly and through more in-depth work, as required
Proactive, flexible, and highly accountable problem solver
Proven team management skills and a collaborative and coaching-forward approach to leadership
Commitment to a non-fear-based management style: we do not blame, shame, or use aggression as a management tactic in this workplace
Experience in project management from conception to completion
Comfortable providing strategic leadership on multiple concurrent projects and to one or more team members
Expertise in establishing and executing a vision for developing voice; message, and strategy for PR campaigns as well as generating earned media coverage
Highly competent at interfacing with clients, colleagues, and media in multiple countries across a variety of cultures and backgrounds
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communications skills and the tenacity to solve clients’ problems quickly and provide them with service of the highest standard
An enthusiastic and committed outlook, open to participating in and influencing change within the organization and within the world at large
Driven self-starter with the ability to think independently and work autonomously when necessary and a desire to succeed while working cooperatively among fellow professionals
Passionate about issues related to social justice, environmental sustainability, and animal rights and interested in working on campaigns connected to these causes
A deep understanding of the media landscape from traditional media outlets to digital and social platforms
Strong demonstrated ability to generate press coverage and amplify stories and campaigns
Experience with programs and services such as Cision, Meltwater, PR Newswire, Mailchimp, and Basecamp and/or a fast learner with programs of this nature related to communications and project management
Proficiency with Objectives and Key Results (OKR) methodology or other goal setting frameworks
Able to travel to meetings, trade shows, client-headquarters, company headquarters or other company related events between 1-4 times or more per year for an estimated 20-30 cumulative days annually on average—varies due to pandemic and subject to change and flexibility
Essential Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a supervisor in a Project Manager, Chief of Staff, General Manager, or equivalent role managing three or more direct reports
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the field of Public Relations or Communications
An affinity with activism, B Corps, progressive values, and issues related to social justice, animal advocacy, and environmental sustainability
Highly competent and proficient with Microsoft Office, Dropbox, and Google Drive
Able to work standard business hours on eastern or pacific time M-F with occasional weekends and early mornings/late evenings to accommodate other time zones
To Apply:
Email hiring@wearemovementmedia.com a one paragraph introduction and overview of contents with an attached zip file or Dropbox link with the following application packet in PDF format.
IMPORTANT: We deeply value skills acquired on nonconventional career paths and look at cover letters as closely as resumes. If you believe your professional history gives you the experience necessary to excel in this position, we encourage you to apply and tell us why.
Cover letter
A unique letter tailored for this application, a minimum of 800 words in length, addressing:
Why you are interested in and passionate about this position
Why you would be a good fit
Why you want to work with the clients mentioned above
What skills you bring to the table and examples of how you have used and developed them in the past
In closing, please name:
One book that helps you understand the world as it is today and explain how/why in a few sentences
One book that helps show you the world as is could be and summarize how/why in a few sentences
CV
Two sample press releases (written by you in previous positions)
Two other professional writing samples
At least two professional references from the last 3 years
At least one professional reference from the last 10 years
Note: Please consider your application your first assignment related to the (potential) job. All applications that do not submit the full application packet with the content and in the format specified above will not be considered. Please demonstrate complete competence and attention to detail in the application process.
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Movement Media is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage all who meet minimum requirements and conditions to apply. We are opposed to all discrimination based on race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military status, physical or mental impairment, or medical condition including genetic characteristics and any other protected characteristics or marginalized identities.
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About Movement Media
Movement Media is a full-service public relations firm based in Washington, D.C. We are activists at heart and publicists by trade. Our mission is to create and anchor public relations and communications infrastructure and offer tools to support growth, strengthen dialogue, build movements, sustain momentum, amplify unheard voices, and influence social change.
Movement Media offers opportunities for social change work that is both financially sustainable and emotionally rewarding. We believe jobs should encourage a healthy work-life balance, and we want our work to enhance our quality of life rather than be an obstacle to it. We strive to create a healthy work environment and an approach to our workplace that encourages personal wellbeing and growth and the ability for staff to thrive and take pride in their contributions to the broader world community through their work at Movement Media. Learn more here: https://www.wearemovementmedia.com
This position serves Movement Media’s ongoing and long-term relationship with Dr. Bronner’s.
About Dr. Bronner’s
Founded in the U.S. in 1948, Dr. Bronner’s is the top-selling natural brand of soap in North America and a leading brand worldwide. The company is an independent, family-owned business based in California, committed to honoring the vision of founder Emanuel Bronner by making socially and environmentally responsible personal care and food products of the highest quality, and by dedicating profits to help make a better world.
Dr. Bronner’s commitment to social justice, environmental sustainability, and progressive business practices is part of the company’s mission to put into practice the “All-One” philosophy printed on the company’s iconic soap labels. The company caps executive salaries at 5 times its lowest paid fully vested position and donates all profits not needed for business development to causes and charities it believes in. Dr. Bronner’s generated nearly $170 million in revenue in 2021 and donated an estimated one third of profits to activist and charitable efforts. For further information, go to: http://www.drbronner.com
Dr. Bronner’s PR Department Statement of Purpose:
The purpose of Dr. Bronner’s Public Affairs and Media Relations (PR) department is to assist the company in representing itself in a manner that is reflective of and consistent with its stated mission, principles, and core values. The department’s mandate and responsibilities include: managing the brands global PR strategy; helping develop the brand’s messaging, communications, campaigns, and various materials; facilitating media relations and media coverage; managing partnerships with public relations agencies and personnel around the world; managing and assisting with select activist, philanthropic, and advocacy related initiatives on behalf of the company; developing and producing multi-media projects, including documentary videos; and serving as a point of contact for the company to media, nonprofit organizations and activist initiatives, other companies and institutions, as well as the general public.
Major Gifts Manager
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) — one of Michigan’s largest, most impactful political advocacy organizations working to clean up our water and air, address climate change, and protect access to voting — is seeking a full-time Major Gifts Manager to raise financial support for our organization by cultivating and stewarding a group of qualified donors, increasing the donor retention rate, and growing levels of giving and involvement.
The ideal candidate will be an energetic fundraiser who can deliver on ambitious goals and make a compelling case for investing in political action and policy change to protect Michigan’s land, air and water. They will be a natural relationship builder who can navigate crowds, as well as one-on-one meetings, and who can translate electoral, accountability, citizen engagement and public education campaigns into compelling offers for financial support. This position is an opportunity to build relationships across the state, to build power at the intersection of the environment and politics, and to provide meaningful opportunities for generous people to contribute to a mission that matters. T his position, alongside a team of tenacious colleagues, will advocate for strong environmental protections, and build and amplify the voices of communities of color and other key constituencies who are disproportionately impacted by environmental issues.
About the Michigan League of Conservation Voters
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters is a statewide political organization whose mission is to elect pro-conservation candidates to office and to hold all decision makers accountable for protecting Michigan’s drinking water, attacking climate change, and expanding access to the ballot. We work closely with elected officials, business leaders, partner organizations, and advocates from across the state, and we have built a reputation as the leading, non-partisan political voice for Michigan’s land, air, and water.
Michigan LCV is an equal opportunity employer. We assure equal treatment in hiring selection, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and other personnel practices and terms or conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, height, weight, marital status, genetic testing status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender status, or any other protected class established by all applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
Job Responsibilities
The Major Gifts Manager reports to the Development Director, is ideally based in Southeast Michigan or the Grand Rapids area, and is responsible for the following:
Identifying and managing a portfolio of qualified prospects and donors throughout the state.
Building upon the existing donor stewardship established over the past few years through the establishment of a prospect plan that includes the involvement of staff and board across both organizations.
Setting individual goals based on donor history and potential, and then creating and delivering on individual stewardship plans for donors that include regular updates about the impact of their gift, polished publications and marketing materials, and genuine personal contact.
Working closely with board members and other volunteer major gift fundraisers to integrate them into a broader major donor strategy.
Working with the Programs, Operations and Executive teams to create offers, proposals and asks to secure gifts that represent our work and include appropriate project information such as budgets and timelines.
Creating monthly and quarterly reports that reflect portfolio activity and performance, and acting on those results to improve performance and reach goals.
Working closely with the Development Director to support additional staff and the Executive Director to plan for and achieve monthly fundraising goals, including financial event goals.
Traveling as needed around the state and often working outside of an office setting.
Participating in all Michigan LCV political election work — doing the hard work of campaigning, which means volunteering to do door-to-door field canvassing, text and phone banking, and campaign events
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who are motivated to raise money for political action and policy change, who are natural and genuine relationship-builders, and who are results-oriented. You should have:
At least 3 years of experience managing a portfolio of donors.
A track record of managing people, process and deadlines necessary to achieve fundraising goals.
An ability to qualify donors that represent the highest giving potential for our organization, create reasonable individual financial goals and create personal contact and ask plans.
A strong desire to build new, genuine relationships, listen to people from diverse backgrounds, meet them where they are, and create partnerships that are mutually meaningful.
Writing and speaking skills that translate into compelling pitches, effective asks and meaningful reports to donors on the impact of their gifts that reflect the mission, goals and values of our organization.
A consistent approach to new ideas with a sense of possibility and a can-do attitude.
A valid driver’s license, car insurance, reliable access to a car, the internet, and a phone to use for work purposes as well as the ability to canvass, walking at least a mile and navigating physical obstacles such as stairs
Cultural Competencies: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity and the ability to learn and build on varying community norms
Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture.
Understanding of how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Benefits and Compensation
The starting salary for this position ranges from $64,000 - $75,000 depending on experience. Michigan LCV offers a benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, long-term and short-term disability coverage, life insurance coverage, a retirement savings program, reimbursements for business-related travel, a generous paid time off policy, and a team of smart, funny, and kind colleagues working together to deliver on a mission that matters.
Nov 16, 2021
Full time
Major Gifts Manager
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) — one of Michigan’s largest, most impactful political advocacy organizations working to clean up our water and air, address climate change, and protect access to voting — is seeking a full-time Major Gifts Manager to raise financial support for our organization by cultivating and stewarding a group of qualified donors, increasing the donor retention rate, and growing levels of giving and involvement.
The ideal candidate will be an energetic fundraiser who can deliver on ambitious goals and make a compelling case for investing in political action and policy change to protect Michigan’s land, air and water. They will be a natural relationship builder who can navigate crowds, as well as one-on-one meetings, and who can translate electoral, accountability, citizen engagement and public education campaigns into compelling offers for financial support. This position is an opportunity to build relationships across the state, to build power at the intersection of the environment and politics, and to provide meaningful opportunities for generous people to contribute to a mission that matters. T his position, alongside a team of tenacious colleagues, will advocate for strong environmental protections, and build and amplify the voices of communities of color and other key constituencies who are disproportionately impacted by environmental issues.
About the Michigan League of Conservation Voters
The Michigan League of Conservation Voters is a statewide political organization whose mission is to elect pro-conservation candidates to office and to hold all decision makers accountable for protecting Michigan’s drinking water, attacking climate change, and expanding access to the ballot. We work closely with elected officials, business leaders, partner organizations, and advocates from across the state, and we have built a reputation as the leading, non-partisan political voice for Michigan’s land, air, and water.
Michigan LCV is an equal opportunity employer. We assure equal treatment in hiring selection, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and other personnel practices and terms or conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, height, weight, marital status, genetic testing status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender status, or any other protected class established by all applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
Job Responsibilities
The Major Gifts Manager reports to the Development Director, is ideally based in Southeast Michigan or the Grand Rapids area, and is responsible for the following:
Identifying and managing a portfolio of qualified prospects and donors throughout the state.
Building upon the existing donor stewardship established over the past few years through the establishment of a prospect plan that includes the involvement of staff and board across both organizations.
Setting individual goals based on donor history and potential, and then creating and delivering on individual stewardship plans for donors that include regular updates about the impact of their gift, polished publications and marketing materials, and genuine personal contact.
Working closely with board members and other volunteer major gift fundraisers to integrate them into a broader major donor strategy.
Working with the Programs, Operations and Executive teams to create offers, proposals and asks to secure gifts that represent our work and include appropriate project information such as budgets and timelines.
Creating monthly and quarterly reports that reflect portfolio activity and performance, and acting on those results to improve performance and reach goals.
Working closely with the Development Director to support additional staff and the Executive Director to plan for and achieve monthly fundraising goals, including financial event goals.
Traveling as needed around the state and often working outside of an office setting.
Participating in all Michigan LCV political election work — doing the hard work of campaigning, which means volunteering to do door-to-door field canvassing, text and phone banking, and campaign events
Qualifications
We are seeking candidates who are motivated to raise money for political action and policy change, who are natural and genuine relationship-builders, and who are results-oriented. You should have:
At least 3 years of experience managing a portfolio of donors.
A track record of managing people, process and deadlines necessary to achieve fundraising goals.
An ability to qualify donors that represent the highest giving potential for our organization, create reasonable individual financial goals and create personal contact and ask plans.
A strong desire to build new, genuine relationships, listen to people from diverse backgrounds, meet them where they are, and create partnerships that are mutually meaningful.
Writing and speaking skills that translate into compelling pitches, effective asks and meaningful reports to donors on the impact of their gifts that reflect the mission, goals and values of our organization.
A consistent approach to new ideas with a sense of possibility and a can-do attitude.
A valid driver’s license, car insurance, reliable access to a car, the internet, and a phone to use for work purposes as well as the ability to canvass, walking at least a mile and navigating physical obstacles such as stairs
Cultural Competencies: Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity and the ability to learn and build on varying community norms
Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture.
Understanding of how environmental issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S. and has a passion for working to dismantle these systems.
Benefits and Compensation
The starting salary for this position ranges from $64,000 - $75,000 depending on experience. Michigan LCV offers a benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, long-term and short-term disability coverage, life insurance coverage, a retirement savings program, reimbursements for business-related travel, a generous paid time off policy, and a team of smart, funny, and kind colleagues working together to deliver on a mission that matters.
Overview
Faunalytics is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization that empowers animal advocates with access to research, analysis, strategies, and messages that maximize their effectiveness to reduce animal suffering. Our team is dedicated to helping animals by providing useful information to advocates to help them increase their impact. Our work involves maintaining an extensive animal advocacy research library , conducting original research on topics that are important to the animal protection movement, and working directly with other organizations to ensure they have the insight and information they need to succeed.
Responsibilities
Responsible for external communications, including developing and executing the organization’s strategic communications and marketing plan.
Advocate Relations:
Disseminate Faunalytics’ studies and resources to organizations and stakeholders.
Develop and execute a strategy for increasing awareness and use of Faunalytics’ work among the international animal protection movement.
Assist with cultivating, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with high-impact animal protection organizations.
Identify and implement a system or software for tracking advocate relations and needs.
Social Media:
Manage the organization’s social media accounts, including developing and executing strategies that increase brand awareness and engagement.
Responsible for creating original content and engaging with social media networks.
Work closely with development team members to execute social media fundraising and Giving Tuesday efforts.
Coordinate and on occasion deliver Facebook Live “Q&A talks” about Faunalytics’ work.
Media Relations:
Develop and execute a media outreach strategy; cultivate media relationships to increase public awareness of Faunalytics’ work.
Draft and send press releases; pitching and obtaining coverage of our work (primarily in online media).
Public Presentations:
Manage event calendar; identify and secure high-impact speaking engagements.
Create slide decks for speaking engagements and events.
Deliver presentations and webinars about Faunalytics to relevant audiences (virtual conferences, universities, etc.).
Identify and secure speaking opportunities for team members (e.g. podcasts, news interviews).
Coach and prepare team members for speaking engagements.
Misc. External Communications:
Manage the development and execution of Faunalytics’ newsletters.
Support Faunalytics’ Content Director with copy editing website posts and resources (the ideal candidate would also be able to help translate Faunalytics’ materials into Spanish).
Serve as the initial contact for all public inquiries (respond to inquiries received through info@ email account and Contact Us form).
Field volunteer applications; assign volunteers to appropriate team members. Oversee communications volunteers as needed.
Misc. communications-related tasks as they arise.
Essential Qualifications
Belief in Faunalytics’ mission and animal protection
Three or more years of nonprofit communications experience
Proficiency with managing social media for business
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Experience with public speaking and presenting
Self-driven and able to work remotely with limited oversight
Ability to work effectively as part of a small team, including a willingness to help other team members as needed
Familiarity with Google for business (Docs/Sheets/Drive/Meet)
Preferred Qualifications
Commitment to a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle
Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field
Five or more years of nonprofit communications experience for an animal-related organization
Copy editing or Graphic Design experience a plus
Familiarity with social science research
Familiarity with effective animal advocacy and effective altruism
Familiarity with communication tools including MailChimp, Slack, Asana, and Zoom
Details
Reports to: Executive Director and works closely with the Content Director
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), exempt
Annual Salary: $45,000-$49,000 USD (depending on experience and education)
Annual Benefits: Health care stipend, equipment stipend, 10 paid vacation days, 10 paid holidays, and 8 paid sick days
Location: Permanently remote (US or Canada preferred)
Deadline: Apply by July 31, 2021
How To Apply
Visit https://faunalytics.org/faunalytics-is-seeking-a-communications-manager/ .
Jul 01, 2021
Full time
Overview
Faunalytics is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization that empowers animal advocates with access to research, analysis, strategies, and messages that maximize their effectiveness to reduce animal suffering. Our team is dedicated to helping animals by providing useful information to advocates to help them increase their impact. Our work involves maintaining an extensive animal advocacy research library , conducting original research on topics that are important to the animal protection movement, and working directly with other organizations to ensure they have the insight and information they need to succeed.
Responsibilities
Responsible for external communications, including developing and executing the organization’s strategic communications and marketing plan.
Advocate Relations:
Disseminate Faunalytics’ studies and resources to organizations and stakeholders.
Develop and execute a strategy for increasing awareness and use of Faunalytics’ work among the international animal protection movement.
Assist with cultivating, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with high-impact animal protection organizations.
Identify and implement a system or software for tracking advocate relations and needs.
Social Media:
Manage the organization’s social media accounts, including developing and executing strategies that increase brand awareness and engagement.
Responsible for creating original content and engaging with social media networks.
Work closely with development team members to execute social media fundraising and Giving Tuesday efforts.
Coordinate and on occasion deliver Facebook Live “Q&A talks” about Faunalytics’ work.
Media Relations:
Develop and execute a media outreach strategy; cultivate media relationships to increase public awareness of Faunalytics’ work.
Draft and send press releases; pitching and obtaining coverage of our work (primarily in online media).
Public Presentations:
Manage event calendar; identify and secure high-impact speaking engagements.
Create slide decks for speaking engagements and events.
Deliver presentations and webinars about Faunalytics to relevant audiences (virtual conferences, universities, etc.).
Identify and secure speaking opportunities for team members (e.g. podcasts, news interviews).
Coach and prepare team members for speaking engagements.
Misc. External Communications:
Manage the development and execution of Faunalytics’ newsletters.
Support Faunalytics’ Content Director with copy editing website posts and resources (the ideal candidate would also be able to help translate Faunalytics’ materials into Spanish).
Serve as the initial contact for all public inquiries (respond to inquiries received through info@ email account and Contact Us form).
Field volunteer applications; assign volunteers to appropriate team members. Oversee communications volunteers as needed.
Misc. communications-related tasks as they arise.
Essential Qualifications
Belief in Faunalytics’ mission and animal protection
Three or more years of nonprofit communications experience
Proficiency with managing social media for business
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Experience with public speaking and presenting
Self-driven and able to work remotely with limited oversight
Ability to work effectively as part of a small team, including a willingness to help other team members as needed
Familiarity with Google for business (Docs/Sheets/Drive/Meet)
Preferred Qualifications
Commitment to a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle
Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field
Five or more years of nonprofit communications experience for an animal-related organization
Copy editing or Graphic Design experience a plus
Familiarity with social science research
Familiarity with effective animal advocacy and effective altruism
Familiarity with communication tools including MailChimp, Slack, Asana, and Zoom
Details
Reports to: Executive Director and works closely with the Content Director
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), exempt
Annual Salary: $45,000-$49,000 USD (depending on experience and education)
Annual Benefits: Health care stipend, equipment stipend, 10 paid vacation days, 10 paid holidays, and 8 paid sick days
Location: Permanently remote (US or Canada preferred)
Deadline: Apply by July 31, 2021
How To Apply
Visit https://faunalytics.org/faunalytics-is-seeking-a-communications-manager/ .
Position Summary:
Develops and implements innovative external relations strategies and campaigns in the consumer and/or advocacy spaces, while enhancing and protecting AARP’s brand. Supports AARP’s reputation, priorities, and internal clients by drafting and implementing plans, growing and developing strong media and influencer relationships, pitching stories and op-eds, handling events, tracking and mitigating potential reputational issues, and so on. Tracks/provides analysis of relevant news stories and issues and produces reports for leadership. Drafts/edits news releases, talking points, blog posts, story pitches, and other content.
Responsibilities:
Develops external relations strategies and tactics.
Tracks, analyzes, and mitigates potential reputational issues using best-in-class approaches and current platforms, tools, and analytics.
Writes plans and secures internal buy-in and approvals.
Writes/proofs/edits news releases, media advisories, talking points, blog posts, templates, and other content.
Fields media requests from national, trade, specialty, and new media outlets and develops media relationships.
Writes strong, effective pitches and pitch stories to a wide range of national, trade, specialty, and new media outlets. Demonstrates sound judgment.
Tracks relevant news coverage and social media trends to ensure the AARP leadership and the team are aware of developing stories, potential threats, and issues.
Works with AARP leadership and subject-matter-experts on interview preparation, briefings, and media requests. Supports executive positioning activities.
Prepares performance and after-action reports using key performance indicators (KPIs).
Supports internal clients.
Requirements:
Completion of a Bachelor’s degree (e.g., in Journalism, Communications, or Political Science) or equivalent and 6+ years of job-related experience. Significant demonstrated experience in consumer public relations and/or public affairs is important.
Demonstrated ability to work and thrive in a dynamic/fast-paced work environment. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, assignments, and deadlines is vital.
Significant demonstrated experience pitching media outlets and engaging with partner organizations and influencers, including from the African American/Black, Asian American/Pacific Islander, and/or LGBTQ communities.
Excellent writing and editing skills required. Demonstrated experience writing/editing news releases, talking points, blog posts, templates, and fact sheets.
Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), as well as Cision or other similar platforms is a must.
Advanced user of Twitter, other platforms, and social media listening/analytics tools.
Prior experience with one or more of AARP’s priority issue areas required.
Ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Jun 23, 2021
Full time
Position Summary:
Develops and implements innovative external relations strategies and campaigns in the consumer and/or advocacy spaces, while enhancing and protecting AARP’s brand. Supports AARP’s reputation, priorities, and internal clients by drafting and implementing plans, growing and developing strong media and influencer relationships, pitching stories and op-eds, handling events, tracking and mitigating potential reputational issues, and so on. Tracks/provides analysis of relevant news stories and issues and produces reports for leadership. Drafts/edits news releases, talking points, blog posts, story pitches, and other content.
Responsibilities:
Develops external relations strategies and tactics.
Tracks, analyzes, and mitigates potential reputational issues using best-in-class approaches and current platforms, tools, and analytics.
Writes plans and secures internal buy-in and approvals.
Writes/proofs/edits news releases, media advisories, talking points, blog posts, templates, and other content.
Fields media requests from national, trade, specialty, and new media outlets and develops media relationships.
Writes strong, effective pitches and pitch stories to a wide range of national, trade, specialty, and new media outlets. Demonstrates sound judgment.
Tracks relevant news coverage and social media trends to ensure the AARP leadership and the team are aware of developing stories, potential threats, and issues.
Works with AARP leadership and subject-matter-experts on interview preparation, briefings, and media requests. Supports executive positioning activities.
Prepares performance and after-action reports using key performance indicators (KPIs).
Supports internal clients.
Requirements:
Completion of a Bachelor’s degree (e.g., in Journalism, Communications, or Political Science) or equivalent and 6+ years of job-related experience. Significant demonstrated experience in consumer public relations and/or public affairs is important.
Demonstrated ability to work and thrive in a dynamic/fast-paced work environment. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, assignments, and deadlines is vital.
Significant demonstrated experience pitching media outlets and engaging with partner organizations and influencers, including from the African American/Black, Asian American/Pacific Islander, and/or LGBTQ communities.
Excellent writing and editing skills required. Demonstrated experience writing/editing news releases, talking points, blog posts, templates, and fact sheets.
Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), as well as Cision or other similar platforms is a must.
Advanced user of Twitter, other platforms, and social media listening/analytics tools.
Prior experience with one or more of AARP’s priority issue areas required.
Ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
OFFICE LOCATION
San Antonio, Texas, USA
Flexible within Texas, San Antonio, Austin or Houston are preferred
A LITTLE ABOUT US
Evolving since 1951, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. Working in over 80 countries and territories, and across all 50 states, we are tackling climate change, conserving lands, and protecting waters and oceans at an unprecedented scale. Our vision is a world where the diversity of life thrives, and people are moved to care for nature--both for its own sake and for the ways it enriches our everyday lives.
While our vision is global, our commitment is local; we build solutions together with communities, governments and businesses on the issues unfolding right in their backyards. At the heart of this work are relationships, and they are guided by respect for all people, honor for communities and culture, and an unwavering commitment to diversity.
To learn more, visit http://www.nature.org/texas or follow @nature_texas on Twitter.
YOUR POSITION WITH TNC
The Communications Manager is invaluable. Communicating the stories of our conservation successes and relaying the importance and urgency of environmental protection are hallmarks of this position. Going out in the field—when possible—to learn firsthand from our scientists and partners, participating in strategic communications meetings and creative brainstorms; this is ideal for a person who loves to write, report, and collaborate with team members who are equal parts dedicated, smart, committed, and enthusiastic about bringing to life the mission of The Nature Conservancy. The Communications Manager writes and edits a variety of communications materials, in addition to media relations, strategic communications, some social media work and managing regular communications pieces such as newsletters and webinars. As a media liaison and communications manager for the state’s chapter, this role is a key position on the marketing team, and as such it presents opportunities for creativity, storytelling and significant contributions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Communications Manager is responsible for implementing and managing communication and media tactics as outlined in approved strategies and plans. They help facilitate ongoing communication between all parts of the globally dispersed marketing division internal and external stakeholders and reporters—and identifies communication and media needs and opportunities within the purview. They help develop broad strategic communications plans, key messages and talking points, as needed. They research, write and distribute a wide variety of communication materials including but not limited to: op-eds, news releases, web articles, webinars and social media posts as directed in program marketing plans. The Communications Manager employs a variety of tactics to communicate goals, objectives and mission. They actively identify target audiences and cultivates media contacts on a local and national level. They will work on events and executive visibility for the state’s chapter as needed. They may develop and foster relationships with internal and external partners.
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
Serves as the team lead on assigned communication and/or media initiatives
Works directly with reporters to pitch chapter’s stories to and respond to inbound media requests
Works closely with marketing team members to ensure our projects are aligned with our internal editorial content strategy as well as conservation goals and objectives
Manages and implements communications projects to raise our visibility in key markets as appropriate: Producing webinars or managing outside events as is appropriate and/ or safe; overseeing content for and production of our monthly e-newsletter; contributing social media content
Collaborates with the chapter’s staff and marketing team to manage reputational risk issues—including drafting talking points, holding statements and other communications materials as necessary
Responsibility and accountability for meeting assigned project goals and objectives.
Resolves issues independently within a program area
Opportunity to act independently within program goals
May work with vendors/other parties to execute projects/deliverables
Write various materials for the State Director, including op-eds, proposals and other pieces as they’re assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in related field and a minimum 5 years’ related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience cultivating and managing client relationships
Experience organizing and coordinating multiple projects
Experience writing, editing and proofreading
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Multi-lingual skills appreciated
Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred
Experience implementing and measuring communication and engagement plans/strategies
Experience developing media relations networks
Familiarity with communication technologies—including social media platforms and tools—and best practices
Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills
Knowledge and application of current and evolving trends in relevant discipline
Experience leading or managing project
HOW TO APPLY
To apply to position number 49856, submit resume (required) and cover letter separately using the upload buttons. Applications will be reviewed in the order they’re received and the position will remain open until filled.
Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.
If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org .
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process.
Jun 21, 2021
Full time
OFFICE LOCATION
San Antonio, Texas, USA
Flexible within Texas, San Antonio, Austin or Houston are preferred
A LITTLE ABOUT US
Evolving since 1951, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. Working in over 80 countries and territories, and across all 50 states, we are tackling climate change, conserving lands, and protecting waters and oceans at an unprecedented scale. Our vision is a world where the diversity of life thrives, and people are moved to care for nature--both for its own sake and for the ways it enriches our everyday lives.
While our vision is global, our commitment is local; we build solutions together with communities, governments and businesses on the issues unfolding right in their backyards. At the heart of this work are relationships, and they are guided by respect for all people, honor for communities and culture, and an unwavering commitment to diversity.
To learn more, visit http://www.nature.org/texas or follow @nature_texas on Twitter.
YOUR POSITION WITH TNC
The Communications Manager is invaluable. Communicating the stories of our conservation successes and relaying the importance and urgency of environmental protection are hallmarks of this position. Going out in the field—when possible—to learn firsthand from our scientists and partners, participating in strategic communications meetings and creative brainstorms; this is ideal for a person who loves to write, report, and collaborate with team members who are equal parts dedicated, smart, committed, and enthusiastic about bringing to life the mission of The Nature Conservancy. The Communications Manager writes and edits a variety of communications materials, in addition to media relations, strategic communications, some social media work and managing regular communications pieces such as newsletters and webinars. As a media liaison and communications manager for the state’s chapter, this role is a key position on the marketing team, and as such it presents opportunities for creativity, storytelling and significant contributions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Communications Manager is responsible for implementing and managing communication and media tactics as outlined in approved strategies and plans. They help facilitate ongoing communication between all parts of the globally dispersed marketing division internal and external stakeholders and reporters—and identifies communication and media needs and opportunities within the purview. They help develop broad strategic communications plans, key messages and talking points, as needed. They research, write and distribute a wide variety of communication materials including but not limited to: op-eds, news releases, web articles, webinars and social media posts as directed in program marketing plans. The Communications Manager employs a variety of tactics to communicate goals, objectives and mission. They actively identify target audiences and cultivates media contacts on a local and national level. They will work on events and executive visibility for the state’s chapter as needed. They may develop and foster relationships with internal and external partners.
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
Serves as the team lead on assigned communication and/or media initiatives
Works directly with reporters to pitch chapter’s stories to and respond to inbound media requests
Works closely with marketing team members to ensure our projects are aligned with our internal editorial content strategy as well as conservation goals and objectives
Manages and implements communications projects to raise our visibility in key markets as appropriate: Producing webinars or managing outside events as is appropriate and/ or safe; overseeing content for and production of our monthly e-newsletter; contributing social media content
Collaborates with the chapter’s staff and marketing team to manage reputational risk issues—including drafting talking points, holding statements and other communications materials as necessary
Responsibility and accountability for meeting assigned project goals and objectives.
Resolves issues independently within a program area
Opportunity to act independently within program goals
May work with vendors/other parties to execute projects/deliverables
Write various materials for the State Director, including op-eds, proposals and other pieces as they’re assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in related field and a minimum 5 years’ related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience cultivating and managing client relationships
Experience organizing and coordinating multiple projects
Experience writing, editing and proofreading
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Multi-lingual skills appreciated
Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred
Experience implementing and measuring communication and engagement plans/strategies
Experience developing media relations networks
Familiarity with communication technologies—including social media platforms and tools—and best practices
Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills
Knowledge and application of current and evolving trends in relevant discipline
Experience leading or managing project
HOW TO APPLY
To apply to position number 49856, submit resume (required) and cover letter separately using the upload buttons. Applications will be reviewed in the order they’re received and the position will remain open until filled.
Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.
If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org .
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process.
Job ID 48850
Apply on or before 6/1/2021 at: http://bit.ly/PRMarketingProAssc
About The Ringling
The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida. Want to learn more about The Ringling? Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Flickr | Pinterest | YouTube
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Ringling is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. As such, we are always seeking individuals dedicated to innovation and excellence. A successful candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive setting. We especially encourage applications by individuals from underrepresented groups, with a demonstrated commitment to a culturally and intellectually diverse workplace. Should you require accommodations for the application or interview processes, please email employment@ringling.org or call 941-359-5700 (ext. 1-2605). Learn more about our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Ringling Strategic Plan
Ringling Equity Statement
FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement
FSU Diversity & Inclusion Statement
FSU Strategic Plan
Responsibilities
The Public Relations and Marketing Program Associate works under the direction of the PR & Marketing Manager, supports the administrative functions/operations of the Communications and Marketing Department, and assists with Public Relations.
Tasks in a typical day include:
Works with the PR & Marketing Manager and Marketing Director to monitor seven separate Marketing Department budgets. Facilitates purchasing for the creation, distribution, and insertion of marketing assets as per communications and marketing plan for Museum operations, exhibitions, programs, and events. Creates and processes all departmental expenditure requests, financial system requisition entries, purchase orders, invoices, and on-going tracking of departmental budgets. Assists in the maintenance of supplies inventory. Manages and traffics direct mail and media insertion orders. Maintains all departmental files and records for archival and grant management requirements.
Assists with all local PR inquires, releases, and local news/media contacts. Maintains media distribution lists. Compiles Press Kit Materials for distribution to media representatives. Monitors and tracks press releases. Uses CISION to produce media reports. Arranges and leads tours of the Museum campus for visiting media. Uses golf cart for tours with visiting media as needed. Maintains library of images. Coordinates with curatorial and collections department to obtain images and ensure appropriate image credits. Responds to requests for images from the media and internal departments.
Assists with management of internal communication initiatives, such as providing talking points to staff regarding programs, exhibitions, and significant media-related events. Compiles lists of upcoming exhibitions, programs, and events for inclusion in various community calendars and local guides. Prepares bi-monthly Ringling public events calendar for print. Ensures consistency of brand standards and institutional naming conventions by proofreading content.
Runs Tessitura Marketing Reports and serves as the department’s Tessitura specialist by attending trainings and self-directed learning as appropriate. Compiles and interprets marketing and admissions data for review by the Marketing Director and PR & Marketing Manager. Provides the grant coordinator with documentation and reporting of marketing efforts in compliance with grant guidelines.
Serves as the workflow coordinator for the Basecamp computer program used by museum staff to collaborate on marketing projects and publications. Provides support to the PR & Marketing Manager in managing advertising timetables in various forms of media. Maintains project files and project tracking in an efficient and timely manner. Facilitates the print production process including obtaining estimates (quotes), packaging files for print, reviewing proofs and ensuring the delivery of quality print products. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma/equivalency and four years of experience. Note: post-high school education may substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Outstanding editing and proofreading skills.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Publisher or equivalent software.
High comfort level with technology.
Previous purchasing, accounting, public relations, marketing, and/or administrative experience.
A valid Florida driver's license or ability to obtain prior to hire.
Please note: A Microsoft Excel, proofreading, and writing skills test will be administered if selected for an interview.
Helpful
While helpful, the following are not required to be considered for this role:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, English/Writing, or equivalent degree.
Experience or internships in public relations, communications, marketing, sales, or other related field.
Interpersonal and communication skills, to include the ability to interact with a variety of people.
Ability to speak languages other than English.
Experience working in Tessitura or database administration.
Photography skills.
Applicants are encouraged to include a writing sample.
Contact Info
For more information, or for technical assistance, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941-359-5700 ext. 2605 or employment@ringling.org .
Anticipated Salary Range
Up to low $30,000 range based on education, experience, and skills of top candidate. Find out more about our benefits under the "FSU Total Rewards" section.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs. Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
Schedule
Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a one hour lunch period.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu . Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information.
Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Veterans' Preference
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, click here or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.
IMPORTANT: In order to claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.
Criminal Background Check
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check, to include fingerprinting. The background check will be conducted as authorized and in accordance with University Policy 4-OP-C-7-B11 .
Soft Money Funded Position
This position is time-limited based on soft money funding, with renewal contingent upon available funds and the needs of the University.
Pay Plan
This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.
May 14, 2021
Full time
Job ID 48850
Apply on or before 6/1/2021 at: http://bit.ly/PRMarketingProAssc
About The Ringling
The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida. Want to learn more about The Ringling? Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Flickr | Pinterest | YouTube
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Ringling is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. As such, we are always seeking individuals dedicated to innovation and excellence. A successful candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive setting. We especially encourage applications by individuals from underrepresented groups, with a demonstrated commitment to a culturally and intellectually diverse workplace. Should you require accommodations for the application or interview processes, please email employment@ringling.org or call 941-359-5700 (ext. 1-2605). Learn more about our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Ringling Strategic Plan
Ringling Equity Statement
FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement
FSU Diversity & Inclusion Statement
FSU Strategic Plan
Responsibilities
The Public Relations and Marketing Program Associate works under the direction of the PR & Marketing Manager, supports the administrative functions/operations of the Communications and Marketing Department, and assists with Public Relations.
Tasks in a typical day include:
Works with the PR & Marketing Manager and Marketing Director to monitor seven separate Marketing Department budgets. Facilitates purchasing for the creation, distribution, and insertion of marketing assets as per communications and marketing plan for Museum operations, exhibitions, programs, and events. Creates and processes all departmental expenditure requests, financial system requisition entries, purchase orders, invoices, and on-going tracking of departmental budgets. Assists in the maintenance of supplies inventory. Manages and traffics direct mail and media insertion orders. Maintains all departmental files and records for archival and grant management requirements.
Assists with all local PR inquires, releases, and local news/media contacts. Maintains media distribution lists. Compiles Press Kit Materials for distribution to media representatives. Monitors and tracks press releases. Uses CISION to produce media reports. Arranges and leads tours of the Museum campus for visiting media. Uses golf cart for tours with visiting media as needed. Maintains library of images. Coordinates with curatorial and collections department to obtain images and ensure appropriate image credits. Responds to requests for images from the media and internal departments.
Assists with management of internal communication initiatives, such as providing talking points to staff regarding programs, exhibitions, and significant media-related events. Compiles lists of upcoming exhibitions, programs, and events for inclusion in various community calendars and local guides. Prepares bi-monthly Ringling public events calendar for print. Ensures consistency of brand standards and institutional naming conventions by proofreading content.
Runs Tessitura Marketing Reports and serves as the department’s Tessitura specialist by attending trainings and self-directed learning as appropriate. Compiles and interprets marketing and admissions data for review by the Marketing Director and PR & Marketing Manager. Provides the grant coordinator with documentation and reporting of marketing efforts in compliance with grant guidelines.
Serves as the workflow coordinator for the Basecamp computer program used by museum staff to collaborate on marketing projects and publications. Provides support to the PR & Marketing Manager in managing advertising timetables in various forms of media. Maintains project files and project tracking in an efficient and timely manner. Facilitates the print production process including obtaining estimates (quotes), packaging files for print, reviewing proofs and ensuring the delivery of quality print products. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma/equivalency and four years of experience. Note: post-high school education may substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Outstanding editing and proofreading skills.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Publisher or equivalent software.
High comfort level with technology.
Previous purchasing, accounting, public relations, marketing, and/or administrative experience.
A valid Florida driver's license or ability to obtain prior to hire.
Please note: A Microsoft Excel, proofreading, and writing skills test will be administered if selected for an interview.
Helpful
While helpful, the following are not required to be considered for this role:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, English/Writing, or equivalent degree.
Experience or internships in public relations, communications, marketing, sales, or other related field.
Interpersonal and communication skills, to include the ability to interact with a variety of people.
Ability to speak languages other than English.
Experience working in Tessitura or database administration.
Photography skills.
Applicants are encouraged to include a writing sample.
Contact Info
For more information, or for technical assistance, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941-359-5700 ext. 2605 or employment@ringling.org .
Anticipated Salary Range
Up to low $30,000 range based on education, experience, and skills of top candidate. Find out more about our benefits under the "FSU Total Rewards" section.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs. Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
Schedule
Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a one hour lunch period.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu . Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information.
Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Veterans' Preference
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, click here or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.
IMPORTANT: In order to claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.
Criminal Background Check
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check, to include fingerprinting. The background check will be conducted as authorized and in accordance with University Policy 4-OP-C-7-B11 .
Soft Money Funded Position
This position is time-limited based on soft money funding, with renewal contingent upon available funds and the needs of the University.
Pay Plan
This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.
The Assistant Director, Community Outreach (ADCO) will serve as a liaison to AHC residents, resident advocates, and other community members to better understand residents’ experiences living at 100% of AHC’s properties. The ADCO will work with AHC Management, third-party property managers, Asset Management, and Resident Services to develop and implement strategies to help ensure AHC’s facilities and on-site staff are meeting residents’ needs. The overarching goal is to improve communication with residents and, ultimately, the quality of their experiences living in AHC apartment communities.
Responsibilities include:
Gather information from residents about their living experiences in AHC apartment communities through regular conversations, focus groups, surveys, resident meetings, and access to other relevant data.
Work with AHC Management and third-party property management companies to institute regular resident meetings. Record relevant information shared and work with all Regional Managers and Community Managers to disperse among residents.
Work with Manager, Data Analytics, to gather relevant resident data to broaden AHC’s understanding of resident concerns and help evaluate the needs of each AHC apartment community.
Prepare and submit regular reports regarding feedback from residents to Sr. VP of AHCM and designated Regionals, and to Asset Management and AHC’s Executive Team (as needed).
Work with AHC Management and third-party property management companies to develop appropriate strategies and solve resident issues as quickly and effectively as possible.
Build strong relationships with resident advocates across jurisdictions with the goal of understanding and addressing AHC residents’ concerns and ensuring advocates understand the best ways to resolve resident issues working with residents and property management.
Interview relevant stakeholders including local government officials, housing advocates, and other community-based organizations to include their perspectives in AHC’s decision-making as the organization works to maintain AHC’s excellent reputation in the community.
Evaluate effectiveness of existing and potential tools for communicating with residents: Rent Café (including texting), WhatsApp, Modern Message, Resident Connect, Survey Monkey, phone calls, in-person meetings, resident letters, and other tools available. Consider resident survey to inform decisions on which platforms we decide to use and the focus of information we disseminate moving forward.
Create basic systems for documenting all activities and write reports summarizing what has been learned.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum requirements:
Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in communications or related field.
At least 5 years’ experience in community outreach or related field.
Previous experience with property management and affordable housing strongly preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent strategic planning skills.
Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Bilingual skills (English AND Spanish, Amharic or another language spoken by a large percentage of AHC residents) required.
Knowledge of local communities in Northern Virginia, DC, Montgomery County, and/or Baltimore strongly desired.
For immediate consideration, please email your cover letter and resume to jobs@ahcinc.org or visit & apply on our website www.ahcinc.org , under the ‘About Us’ tab. EOE
Apr 20, 2021
Full time
The Assistant Director, Community Outreach (ADCO) will serve as a liaison to AHC residents, resident advocates, and other community members to better understand residents’ experiences living at 100% of AHC’s properties. The ADCO will work with AHC Management, third-party property managers, Asset Management, and Resident Services to develop and implement strategies to help ensure AHC’s facilities and on-site staff are meeting residents’ needs. The overarching goal is to improve communication with residents and, ultimately, the quality of their experiences living in AHC apartment communities.
Responsibilities include:
Gather information from residents about their living experiences in AHC apartment communities through regular conversations, focus groups, surveys, resident meetings, and access to other relevant data.
Work with AHC Management and third-party property management companies to institute regular resident meetings. Record relevant information shared and work with all Regional Managers and Community Managers to disperse among residents.
Work with Manager, Data Analytics, to gather relevant resident data to broaden AHC’s understanding of resident concerns and help evaluate the needs of each AHC apartment community.
Prepare and submit regular reports regarding feedback from residents to Sr. VP of AHCM and designated Regionals, and to Asset Management and AHC’s Executive Team (as needed).
Work with AHC Management and third-party property management companies to develop appropriate strategies and solve resident issues as quickly and effectively as possible.
Build strong relationships with resident advocates across jurisdictions with the goal of understanding and addressing AHC residents’ concerns and ensuring advocates understand the best ways to resolve resident issues working with residents and property management.
Interview relevant stakeholders including local government officials, housing advocates, and other community-based organizations to include their perspectives in AHC’s decision-making as the organization works to maintain AHC’s excellent reputation in the community.
Evaluate effectiveness of existing and potential tools for communicating with residents: Rent Café (including texting), WhatsApp, Modern Message, Resident Connect, Survey Monkey, phone calls, in-person meetings, resident letters, and other tools available. Consider resident survey to inform decisions on which platforms we decide to use and the focus of information we disseminate moving forward.
Create basic systems for documenting all activities and write reports summarizing what has been learned.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum requirements:
Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in communications or related field.
At least 5 years’ experience in community outreach or related field.
Previous experience with property management and affordable housing strongly preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent strategic planning skills.
Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Bilingual skills (English AND Spanish, Amharic or another language spoken by a large percentage of AHC residents) required.
Knowledge of local communities in Northern Virginia, DC, Montgomery County, and/or Baltimore strongly desired.
For immediate consideration, please email your cover letter and resume to jobs@ahcinc.org or visit & apply on our website www.ahcinc.org , under the ‘About Us’ tab. EOE
About Forbes Tate Partners
Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) is a full-service public affairs consultancy specializing in bipartisan federal and state government relations, strategic communications, grassroots and grasstops advocacy, issue campaigns, and corporate development. As a mid-sized firm, we have the breadth and depth of personnel and experience to manage a portfolio of over sixty clients, but also the flexibility to provide our clients with attentive and highly personalized support.
Position Description
We are currently seeking a bright, focused and proactive individual to join our team as an Analyst in our Public Affairs practice. The Public Affairs team specializes in crafting strong and compelling messages, devising smart communications and advocacy strategies, engaging the right audiences, and influencing public opinion to deliver results for our clients. This position is full-time salaried, with benefits and paid holidays.
Primary responsibilities include:
Conducting research to develop and maintain general knowledge of legislation, public policy, and current events relevant to clients.
Drafting content including press releases, one-pagers, case studies, op-eds, website copy, social media, grassroots action alerts and client reports.
Assisting in the development of social media campaigns (organic and paid).
Maintaining active communication, interface, and coordination with state field teams on specific client projects.
Providing support for client events including event planning, vendor outreach, logistics, and event staffing.
Supporting new business initiatives through research and proposal development in all formats including PowerPoint, narrative and memo formats.
Qualifications
Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree. Prior experience including work on political campaigns, in private sector communications, on Capitol Hill, within the executive branch, or for trade associations is helpful, but not a requirement.
Additional required professional attributes include:
Strong research, writing, and editing skills including attention to grammatical detail, clarity, speed, and accuracy.
The ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.
Willingness to be a team player that works well in a collaborative environment and is willing to take initiative when necessary.
Familiarity with technological platforms including Microsoft Office Suite and major social media services.
The ability to quickly synthesize information from multiple sources, identify salient points, and think creatively about how to communicate their significance.
Candidates are also encouraged to note any proficiency with data and media analysis tools or data metric analysis.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their resume, cover letter, and one writing sample (3 pages or less) to careers@forbes-tate.com with the subject line Analyst, Public Affairs. Please save each attachment with your full name (first and last name) and document title.
For example: John Smith Resume, John Smith Cover Letter, John Smith Writing Sample.
No calls, emails or faxes please. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. FTP is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment.
Mar 02, 2021
Full time
About Forbes Tate Partners
Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) is a full-service public affairs consultancy specializing in bipartisan federal and state government relations, strategic communications, grassroots and grasstops advocacy, issue campaigns, and corporate development. As a mid-sized firm, we have the breadth and depth of personnel and experience to manage a portfolio of over sixty clients, but also the flexibility to provide our clients with attentive and highly personalized support.
Position Description
We are currently seeking a bright, focused and proactive individual to join our team as an Analyst in our Public Affairs practice. The Public Affairs team specializes in crafting strong and compelling messages, devising smart communications and advocacy strategies, engaging the right audiences, and influencing public opinion to deliver results for our clients. This position is full-time salaried, with benefits and paid holidays.
Primary responsibilities include:
Conducting research to develop and maintain general knowledge of legislation, public policy, and current events relevant to clients.
Drafting content including press releases, one-pagers, case studies, op-eds, website copy, social media, grassroots action alerts and client reports.
Assisting in the development of social media campaigns (organic and paid).
Maintaining active communication, interface, and coordination with state field teams on specific client projects.
Providing support for client events including event planning, vendor outreach, logistics, and event staffing.
Supporting new business initiatives through research and proposal development in all formats including PowerPoint, narrative and memo formats.
Qualifications
Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree. Prior experience including work on political campaigns, in private sector communications, on Capitol Hill, within the executive branch, or for trade associations is helpful, but not a requirement.
Additional required professional attributes include:
Strong research, writing, and editing skills including attention to grammatical detail, clarity, speed, and accuracy.
The ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.
Willingness to be a team player that works well in a collaborative environment and is willing to take initiative when necessary.
Familiarity with technological platforms including Microsoft Office Suite and major social media services.
The ability to quickly synthesize information from multiple sources, identify salient points, and think creatively about how to communicate their significance.
Candidates are also encouraged to note any proficiency with data and media analysis tools or data metric analysis.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their resume, cover letter, and one writing sample (3 pages or less) to careers@forbes-tate.com with the subject line Analyst, Public Affairs. Please save each attachment with your full name (first and last name) and document title.
For example: John Smith Resume, John Smith Cover Letter, John Smith Writing Sample.
No calls, emails or faxes please. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. FTP is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment.
About You:
You want to make the world a better place for kids. You’re an independent contractor who is a thoughtful strategist focused on children and families. You have at least five years of experience working with issues of children and families, top notch PR credentials and a portfolio of winning outreach campaigns, and you’re excited to join a constellation of teammates who share your same passion for kids, high-quality work and smart strategies.
You’ve earned results. You know how to set up and lead successful communication campaigns and have the metrics to prove it.
You would never create a communications plan that targets the general public. You understand audience targeting and values-based messaging.
You love teamwork. You work best when you’re working together. While you’re great at owning the work, you also love to bounce ideas off of other smart people and make things better, together.
“Settle” is not in your vocabulary, and you’re always curious to see what works best. You have extensive experience with communication campaigns and know how to monitor progress.
You love data. You never make a recommendation without reasons, and you love using research to back up your ideas.
You’ve got impeccably high standards for yourself. You have an incredible attention to detail and intolerance for errors. Mistakes happen, of course, but you fail gracefully and with humor.
You get us. You’ve got strong writing skills and ability to write creative, engaging copy in an authentic brand voice.
You love people! You have an insatiable thirst for relationship-driven online outreach that builds meaningful connections.
You identify with our mission. You have a love of kids and a dedication to making them successful. This means you have a background in K-12 education and/or child and family-focused advocacy work.
About Us:
At Forthright Advising, we work exclusively with organizations that love kids. We help child and family-focused nonprofits, education organizations and public school districts create thoughtful outreach strategies that deliver a clear message straight to the audiences who need to hear it. Our all-remote team is located across the United States, so we are poised to serve our clients wherever they are. Through research, strategic planning, data-driven messaging and targeted communications, we take our clients’ long-term goals and make them a reality. Because our team specializes in children, families and education, we’re experts in the field. As a matter of fact, we have more than 115 years of combined experience. We use that expertise to translate our clients’ programmatic complexity into accessible and powerful messaging that works for their audiences. We’re looking for a strategist to join account teams and support our team leads.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to one or more account leads, a Forthright Strategist plays a critical role in ensuring our clients are successful. Strategists provide support to our clients and client teams by:
Creating materials for our clients such as communications audits, materials reviews and outreach materials (letters, blog posts, social media posts, FAQs)
Drafting messaging based in client audience values
Editing and providing feedback on client-created materials, always checking for style, tone and errors
Owning the creation of specific client deliverables or campaigns, working alongside teammates to ensure on-time and error-free deliverables
Creating media lists, press releases, media alerts and other press outreach strategies
Researching topics and best practices on behalf of clients, as well as preparing quantitative and qualitative research such as surveys or stakeholder interviews
Providing administrative functions such as scheduling, preparing meeting agendas, reports and presentations
Developing close working relationships with clients, ensuring our clients have what they need to succeed
Hours & Rate:
Approximately 20 hours a week (across various projects) at an average rate of $50 per hour. Potential opportunity for additional projects as available and mutually agreed upon.
To apply:
The only way to be considered for a contract with Forthright is to fill out our independent contractor interest form: https://forms.gle/452JzDnUvBrzJPGK7
To learn more about Forthright Advising visit www.forthrightadvising.com/about
Feb 03, 2021
Contractor
About You:
You want to make the world a better place for kids. You’re an independent contractor who is a thoughtful strategist focused on children and families. You have at least five years of experience working with issues of children and families, top notch PR credentials and a portfolio of winning outreach campaigns, and you’re excited to join a constellation of teammates who share your same passion for kids, high-quality work and smart strategies.
You’ve earned results. You know how to set up and lead successful communication campaigns and have the metrics to prove it.
You would never create a communications plan that targets the general public. You understand audience targeting and values-based messaging.
You love teamwork. You work best when you’re working together. While you’re great at owning the work, you also love to bounce ideas off of other smart people and make things better, together.
“Settle” is not in your vocabulary, and you’re always curious to see what works best. You have extensive experience with communication campaigns and know how to monitor progress.
You love data. You never make a recommendation without reasons, and you love using research to back up your ideas.
You’ve got impeccably high standards for yourself. You have an incredible attention to detail and intolerance for errors. Mistakes happen, of course, but you fail gracefully and with humor.
You get us. You’ve got strong writing skills and ability to write creative, engaging copy in an authentic brand voice.
You love people! You have an insatiable thirst for relationship-driven online outreach that builds meaningful connections.
You identify with our mission. You have a love of kids and a dedication to making them successful. This means you have a background in K-12 education and/or child and family-focused advocacy work.
About Us:
At Forthright Advising, we work exclusively with organizations that love kids. We help child and family-focused nonprofits, education organizations and public school districts create thoughtful outreach strategies that deliver a clear message straight to the audiences who need to hear it. Our all-remote team is located across the United States, so we are poised to serve our clients wherever they are. Through research, strategic planning, data-driven messaging and targeted communications, we take our clients’ long-term goals and make them a reality. Because our team specializes in children, families and education, we’re experts in the field. As a matter of fact, we have more than 115 years of combined experience. We use that expertise to translate our clients’ programmatic complexity into accessible and powerful messaging that works for their audiences. We’re looking for a strategist to join account teams and support our team leads.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to one or more account leads, a Forthright Strategist plays a critical role in ensuring our clients are successful. Strategists provide support to our clients and client teams by:
Creating materials for our clients such as communications audits, materials reviews and outreach materials (letters, blog posts, social media posts, FAQs)
Drafting messaging based in client audience values
Editing and providing feedback on client-created materials, always checking for style, tone and errors
Owning the creation of specific client deliverables or campaigns, working alongside teammates to ensure on-time and error-free deliverables
Creating media lists, press releases, media alerts and other press outreach strategies
Researching topics and best practices on behalf of clients, as well as preparing quantitative and qualitative research such as surveys or stakeholder interviews
Providing administrative functions such as scheduling, preparing meeting agendas, reports and presentations
Developing close working relationships with clients, ensuring our clients have what they need to succeed
Hours & Rate:
Approximately 20 hours a week (across various projects) at an average rate of $50 per hour. Potential opportunity for additional projects as available and mutually agreed upon.
To apply:
The only way to be considered for a contract with Forthright is to fill out our independent contractor interest form: https://forms.gle/452JzDnUvBrzJPGK7
To learn more about Forthright Advising visit www.forthrightadvising.com/about
Full Tilt is hiring for a full-time internship. Our interns are a vital part of our team and gain hands-on, client-facing experience. We encourage them to explore all aspects of marketing and communications with tasks ranging from media relations, content development and paid advertising.
Our internships are built around the idea of building business maturity, and with that comes learning the marketing discipline more deeply, best practices for client counsel and interaction, functioning in a highly collaborative office environment, and managing work priorities and deadlines.
Jan 06, 2021
Intern
Full Tilt is hiring for a full-time internship. Our interns are a vital part of our team and gain hands-on, client-facing experience. We encourage them to explore all aspects of marketing and communications with tasks ranging from media relations, content development and paid advertising.
Our internships are built around the idea of building business maturity, and with that comes learning the marketing discipline more deeply, best practices for client counsel and interaction, functioning in a highly collaborative office environment, and managing work priorities and deadlines.
The City of Fargo, ND is excited to announce we are seeking a Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. This new full-time, contract position was created for the purpose of assessing and developing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives within the community as well as within the City of Fargo as an organization.
The City of Fargo is the largest city in the State of North Dakota, accounting for nearly 17% of the state’s population. Fargo is also the county seat of Cass County. According to the 2018 United States Census estimate, Fargo’s population is approximately 124,844. The greater Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area population is more than 238,000. Forbes magazine ranked Fargo second as the best place for small businesses and careers in the United States.
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Director is responsible for leading the development, implementation and management of the City of Fargo’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The director will work in partnership with city leaders including the city commission, city administration and city department heads, as well as other city staff to engage community stakeholders to establish equity and inclusion as shared values across the community and City of Fargo as an organization. The director reports to City Administration.
Minimum Qualifications
The position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, sociology, education, public or business administration, political science, ethnic studies, communication, or a closely related field with at least five (5) years of experience in the administration of community, educational or social justice programs or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. While not required, a Master’s Degree in a related field is preferred. A valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility is also required.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $75,442 to $98,093. Excellent benefit package to include a defined benefit pension plan.
Application Information and Deadline and Conditional Offer Requirements
For a complete job description and to apply for the position, go to http://fargond.gov/apply . Your application must include a letter of application, resume, and three professional references no later than January 22, 2021. Upon conditional offer, candidates are subject to background investigation and drug screen. Call Jen Kraiter at 701-241-8162 with questions. For more information about the City of Fargo, visit our website at www.FargoND.gov . EOE
Jan 04, 2021
Contractor
The City of Fargo, ND is excited to announce we are seeking a Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. This new full-time, contract position was created for the purpose of assessing and developing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives within the community as well as within the City of Fargo as an organization.
The City of Fargo is the largest city in the State of North Dakota, accounting for nearly 17% of the state’s population. Fargo is also the county seat of Cass County. According to the 2018 United States Census estimate, Fargo’s population is approximately 124,844. The greater Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area population is more than 238,000. Forbes magazine ranked Fargo second as the best place for small businesses and careers in the United States.
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Director is responsible for leading the development, implementation and management of the City of Fargo’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The director will work in partnership with city leaders including the city commission, city administration and city department heads, as well as other city staff to engage community stakeholders to establish equity and inclusion as shared values across the community and City of Fargo as an organization. The director reports to City Administration.
Minimum Qualifications
The position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, sociology, education, public or business administration, political science, ethnic studies, communication, or a closely related field with at least five (5) years of experience in the administration of community, educational or social justice programs or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. While not required, a Master’s Degree in a related field is preferred. A valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility is also required.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $75,442 to $98,093. Excellent benefit package to include a defined benefit pension plan.
Application Information and Deadline and Conditional Offer Requirements
For a complete job description and to apply for the position, go to http://fargond.gov/apply . Your application must include a letter of application, resume, and three professional references no later than January 22, 2021. Upon conditional offer, candidates are subject to background investigation and drug screen. Call Jen Kraiter at 701-241-8162 with questions. For more information about the City of Fargo, visit our website at www.FargoND.gov . EOE
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
This position works to develop and implement strategic communication plans and messaging for the Center for Pediatric Clinical Effectiveness (CPCE) at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Under leadership supervision, and in collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts, this position independently deploys a variety of communication channels and stays abreast of new trends and advances in digital communications and CHOP’s communications capacities. This position will serve as a liaison between CPCE and CHOP and Research Institute public relations and marketing services.
CPCE is a research center within the CHOP Research Institute which is dedicated to discovering and sharing knowledge about best practices in pediatric care. Clinical effectiveness research seeks to answer the question “What works?” in healthcare. Learn more about CPCE at https://cpce.research.chop.edu/ .
In 2020, with the support of the CHOP Research Institute leadership, CPCE engaged external consultants to conduct a robust strategic plan to examine ways the Center can strengthen, connect, and increase its impact on pediatric clinical effectiveness, child health, and CHOP’s care delivery model. Enhanced communication and dissemination were identified as crucial for the translation of clinical research into practice, as well as achieving greater internal and external visibility of CPCE.
Job Responsibilities
Work closely with CPCE leadership to develop and implement an overall CPCE strategic communications agenda, including a comprehensive editorial calendar
Provide project leadership and writing/editing expertise for content-driven communications projects, including but not limited to branding and web development
Build relationships with CPCE faculty to proactively identify projects appropriate for dissemination
Adapt research results and technical documents for consumer, stakeholder and media dissemination, working with CHOP public relations team when appropriate
Manage all aspects of the CPCE website; develop and implement strategies to grow visitors and increase user engagement
Manage CPCE’s social media strategy in support of communication and dissemination goals; develop and implement strategies to increase followers and engagement
Manage external and internal email newsletters; develop and implement strategies to increase list size and optimize email performance
Manage web, social media, and e-mail analytics to track outreach and impact of communication tactics; report communications impact to CPCE leadership and other stakeholders on an annual basis and/or as requested
Match promotional needs with appropriate outreach strategies and tactics
Assemble and manage project teams, often from different departments at CHOP, through use of project management tools
Hire, supervise, train and mentor interns, freelance support, and/or full time staff as needed
Ensure appropriate and consistent branding
Prepare and manage communication and dissemination budgets with guidance from the Center’s Administrative Director and keep stakeholders apprised
Other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience
Required education: Bachelor’s degree
Required experience: At least five (5) years of experience in public relations, digital communications and/or non-profit, public or consumer health, cause-related marketing.
Additional Technical Requirements
Facility with Microsoft Office software, CMS platforms and/or HTML, and Google web management products. Familiarity with desktop publishing such as Adobe Illustrator or Quark is a plus.
Strong organizational, multi-tasking and time management skills
Professional experience with social media, Search engine optimization, email database management
Interpersonal communications skills, including interaction with senior management
Excellent writing skills-- experience with news writing, copy-editing, fact-checking, AP and AMA styles will be valued
Adaptability to handle varied projects and topics as needed
Dec 17, 2020
Full time
This position works to develop and implement strategic communication plans and messaging for the Center for Pediatric Clinical Effectiveness (CPCE) at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Under leadership supervision, and in collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts, this position independently deploys a variety of communication channels and stays abreast of new trends and advances in digital communications and CHOP’s communications capacities. This position will serve as a liaison between CPCE and CHOP and Research Institute public relations and marketing services.
CPCE is a research center within the CHOP Research Institute which is dedicated to discovering and sharing knowledge about best practices in pediatric care. Clinical effectiveness research seeks to answer the question “What works?” in healthcare. Learn more about CPCE at https://cpce.research.chop.edu/ .
In 2020, with the support of the CHOP Research Institute leadership, CPCE engaged external consultants to conduct a robust strategic plan to examine ways the Center can strengthen, connect, and increase its impact on pediatric clinical effectiveness, child health, and CHOP’s care delivery model. Enhanced communication and dissemination were identified as crucial for the translation of clinical research into practice, as well as achieving greater internal and external visibility of CPCE.
Job Responsibilities
Work closely with CPCE leadership to develop and implement an overall CPCE strategic communications agenda, including a comprehensive editorial calendar
Provide project leadership and writing/editing expertise for content-driven communications projects, including but not limited to branding and web development
Build relationships with CPCE faculty to proactively identify projects appropriate for dissemination
Adapt research results and technical documents for consumer, stakeholder and media dissemination, working with CHOP public relations team when appropriate
Manage all aspects of the CPCE website; develop and implement strategies to grow visitors and increase user engagement
Manage CPCE’s social media strategy in support of communication and dissemination goals; develop and implement strategies to increase followers and engagement
Manage external and internal email newsletters; develop and implement strategies to increase list size and optimize email performance
Manage web, social media, and e-mail analytics to track outreach and impact of communication tactics; report communications impact to CPCE leadership and other stakeholders on an annual basis and/or as requested
Match promotional needs with appropriate outreach strategies and tactics
Assemble and manage project teams, often from different departments at CHOP, through use of project management tools
Hire, supervise, train and mentor interns, freelance support, and/or full time staff as needed
Ensure appropriate and consistent branding
Prepare and manage communication and dissemination budgets with guidance from the Center’s Administrative Director and keep stakeholders apprised
Other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience
Required education: Bachelor’s degree
Required experience: At least five (5) years of experience in public relations, digital communications and/or non-profit, public or consumer health, cause-related marketing.
Additional Technical Requirements
Facility with Microsoft Office software, CMS platforms and/or HTML, and Google web management products. Familiarity with desktop publishing such as Adobe Illustrator or Quark is a plus.
Strong organizational, multi-tasking and time management skills
Professional experience with social media, Search engine optimization, email database management
Interpersonal communications skills, including interaction with senior management
Excellent writing skills-- experience with news writing, copy-editing, fact-checking, AP and AMA styles will be valued
Adaptability to handle varied projects and topics as needed
RepresentUs is hiring a national campaign manager to oversee anti-gerrymandering campaigns in 6-10 states across the country throughout 2021. The 2021 state campaigns will educate the public on the redistricting process, provide opportunities for citizen voices to participate in the debate, and — most importantly — boldly hold legislators accountable to create the fairest maps possible.
This is a full-time, temporary position (likely through the end of 2021), with the possibility of extension after the campaigns wrap up. The application deadline is January 8, 2021; priority will be given to candidates who submit their applications before December 31, 2020.
The ideal candidate has significant experience leading political advocacy, issue-based campaigns, and/or candidate campaigns at either the state or federal level. Passion for RepresentUs’ mission to make America work for everyone, not just the powerful and well-connected, is essential. Commitment to working beyond partisanship is required, and past experience working with bipartisan or cross-partisan coalitions is preferred.
The Manager is responsible for :
Developing, in conjunction with national and state staff, campaign strategies, tactics, and timelines for 6-10 state-based anti-gerrymandering campaigns
Managing and taking ultimate responsibility for the overall strategy, execution, and success of these campaigns
Managing all human capital associated with the campaign, including headquarters staff, state staff, and contractors (the Manager will be supported by a research team, policy counsel, admin assistant, and senior political advisors)
Managing the overall campaign budget including vendors, marketing, paid media, and operations
Creating and developing systems for regular tracking of success against goals
Providing regular updates to RepresentUs Executive Team, coalition partners, and supporters
Collaborating with senior RepresentUs political team members and Executive Team around overall strategy
Skills and Experience:
10+ years experience in political advocacy, issue-based campaigns, and/or candidate campaigns at either the state or federal level
2+ cycle of working with political consultants either as a consultant or as the primary contact and/or decision maker on the campaign
Demonstrated ability managing both people and projects in a fast-paced environment, with experience leading teams of 5+ people (remote management experience preferred)
Ability to simultaneously manage multiple areas including state campaign strategies, contractors/vendors, internal staff, fundraising, and coalition members/partner organizations
Ability to understand and manage multiple tactical campaign areas such as digital, polling and research, organizing, and legislative strategy
Experience managing over $1M budget preferred
Experience with bold accountability campaigns preferred
Experience working in nonpartisan and cross-partisan environments preferred
A great attitude and a respect for people and their capabilities
Willingness to travel (when safe) to support campaigns as needed
Compensation and Benefits:
We are committed to bringing in top talent from all sectors. Accordingly, we offer competitive salaries and benefits, including health (Harvard Pilgrim HMO or UnitedHealthcare PPO network) and dental insurance (Delta Dental), both with family/spouse/domestic partner options, retirement benefits, a health reimbursement account, a dependent care account, disability insurance, a wellness benefit, a health concierge benefit, a $1,500 annual professional development stipend, and four weeks paid vacation, plus personal and sick time.
The annual salary range for the Anti-Gerrymandering Campaign Manager is $120,000-$170,000, dependent on location and experience.
This position is permanently remote.
To Apply:
Please apply online at represent.us/careers; no phone calls, please. Please provide the following documents (applications submitted without the required documentation will not be reviewed):
A cover letter explaining your interest in the position and RepresentUs
A resume
A one-page document responding to the following prompt: We are an organization that wants to stop partisan redistricting. In 2021, state legislatures will proceed to draw new maps for the next decade for both the US House and State Legislatures. Pick a state that has 10+ Electoral College votes and assume you have a $500,000 budget. Present your definition of success, articulate your theory of change, and provide an overview of strategies and tactics you'd employ to win the campaign. Brevity is appreciated and bullet points are encouraged.
About RepresentUs:
RepresentUs is the nation’s leading right-left anti-corruption organization. We bring together conservatives, progressives, and everyone in between to secure crucial victories that fix America’s broken political system.
RepresentUs is a carefully curated mix of seasoned political campaigners, policy wonks, advertising experts, designers, and engineers. We’re not a startup, but we’ve got startup DNA: we’re nimble, constantly learning and iterating, and we push ourselves to push the envelope—to ignore “industry standards” and set a new standard.
We are an inclusive organization that welcomes and celebrates perspectives from all races and ethnicities, genders and identities, political and ideological affiliations, and experiences. We want everyone to feel empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We believe our political system should reflect the varied voices of our nation, and so should our team. That’s why we’re an Equal Opportunity Employer; people of color, women, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Dec 11, 2020
Full time
RepresentUs is hiring a national campaign manager to oversee anti-gerrymandering campaigns in 6-10 states across the country throughout 2021. The 2021 state campaigns will educate the public on the redistricting process, provide opportunities for citizen voices to participate in the debate, and — most importantly — boldly hold legislators accountable to create the fairest maps possible.
This is a full-time, temporary position (likely through the end of 2021), with the possibility of extension after the campaigns wrap up. The application deadline is January 8, 2021; priority will be given to candidates who submit their applications before December 31, 2020.
The ideal candidate has significant experience leading political advocacy, issue-based campaigns, and/or candidate campaigns at either the state or federal level. Passion for RepresentUs’ mission to make America work for everyone, not just the powerful and well-connected, is essential. Commitment to working beyond partisanship is required, and past experience working with bipartisan or cross-partisan coalitions is preferred.
The Manager is responsible for :
Developing, in conjunction with national and state staff, campaign strategies, tactics, and timelines for 6-10 state-based anti-gerrymandering campaigns
Managing and taking ultimate responsibility for the overall strategy, execution, and success of these campaigns
Managing all human capital associated with the campaign, including headquarters staff, state staff, and contractors (the Manager will be supported by a research team, policy counsel, admin assistant, and senior political advisors)
Managing the overall campaign budget including vendors, marketing, paid media, and operations
Creating and developing systems for regular tracking of success against goals
Providing regular updates to RepresentUs Executive Team, coalition partners, and supporters
Collaborating with senior RepresentUs political team members and Executive Team around overall strategy
Skills and Experience:
10+ years experience in political advocacy, issue-based campaigns, and/or candidate campaigns at either the state or federal level
2+ cycle of working with political consultants either as a consultant or as the primary contact and/or decision maker on the campaign
Demonstrated ability managing both people and projects in a fast-paced environment, with experience leading teams of 5+ people (remote management experience preferred)
Ability to simultaneously manage multiple areas including state campaign strategies, contractors/vendors, internal staff, fundraising, and coalition members/partner organizations
Ability to understand and manage multiple tactical campaign areas such as digital, polling and research, organizing, and legislative strategy
Experience managing over $1M budget preferred
Experience with bold accountability campaigns preferred
Experience working in nonpartisan and cross-partisan environments preferred
A great attitude and a respect for people and their capabilities
Willingness to travel (when safe) to support campaigns as needed
Compensation and Benefits:
We are committed to bringing in top talent from all sectors. Accordingly, we offer competitive salaries and benefits, including health (Harvard Pilgrim HMO or UnitedHealthcare PPO network) and dental insurance (Delta Dental), both with family/spouse/domestic partner options, retirement benefits, a health reimbursement account, a dependent care account, disability insurance, a wellness benefit, a health concierge benefit, a $1,500 annual professional development stipend, and four weeks paid vacation, plus personal and sick time.
The annual salary range for the Anti-Gerrymandering Campaign Manager is $120,000-$170,000, dependent on location and experience.
This position is permanently remote.
To Apply:
Please apply online at represent.us/careers; no phone calls, please. Please provide the following documents (applications submitted without the required documentation will not be reviewed):
A cover letter explaining your interest in the position and RepresentUs
A resume
A one-page document responding to the following prompt: We are an organization that wants to stop partisan redistricting. In 2021, state legislatures will proceed to draw new maps for the next decade for both the US House and State Legislatures. Pick a state that has 10+ Electoral College votes and assume you have a $500,000 budget. Present your definition of success, articulate your theory of change, and provide an overview of strategies and tactics you'd employ to win the campaign. Brevity is appreciated and bullet points are encouraged.
About RepresentUs:
RepresentUs is the nation’s leading right-left anti-corruption organization. We bring together conservatives, progressives, and everyone in between to secure crucial victories that fix America’s broken political system.
RepresentUs is a carefully curated mix of seasoned political campaigners, policy wonks, advertising experts, designers, and engineers. We’re not a startup, but we’ve got startup DNA: we’re nimble, constantly learning and iterating, and we push ourselves to push the envelope—to ignore “industry standards” and set a new standard.
We are an inclusive organization that welcomes and celebrates perspectives from all races and ethnicities, genders and identities, political and ideological affiliations, and experiences. We want everyone to feel empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We believe our political system should reflect the varied voices of our nation, and so should our team. That’s why we’re an Equal Opportunity Employer; people of color, women, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Center For Family Services is seeking a detail-oriented and highly-organized Public Relations Assistant to join our fast paced Public Relations & Development Department with supporting our more than 100 programs across New Jersey.
Locations: Voorhees, New Jersey
Duties & Responsibilities:
Manage all gear and apparel orders;
Manage all give away orders ;
Oversee tracking for all department purchasing;
Track marketing material inventory;
Manage supply orders for all department activities including events, volunteer projects, and engagement activities;
Coordinate agency fair attendance;
Attend outreach events to represent Center For Family Services, when applicable;
Support creation of the employee e-newsletter, Take 5, and the external donor e- newsletter, The Spark by reviewing copy, dropping in content including copy & photographs/images, and uploading email lists;
Support social media efforts by designing images & graphics to accompany posts by utilizing Adobe Spark software With the PR Specialist, oversee Center For Family Services social media content plan and serve as the primary scheduler of posts across all agency platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn;
Draft communications as needed including program content, press releases, highlights, etc.
Support all agency fundraising events and community drives;
Support constituent and gift data entry into Raiser's Edge and in-kind donation receipt and distribution during peak giving seasons;
Assemble folders and other packets for department events and meetings;
Support internal events and o ther duties as assigned.
General:
Displays professional demeanor in all interactions with children, adults, and families served, as well as colleagues, and/or community members.
Provides outstanding customer service in all Agency interactions.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills including, but not limited to, advanced knowledge of English and any other required languages (i.e. meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar).
Strong intercultural competency awareness and skills required as well as commitment to expanding personal and collective knowledge and sensitivity.
Shows consistent initiative in all position responsibilities including but not limited to, identifying areas of needed improvement, problem solving, and implementing innovative solutions.
Exercises effective time management skills including, but not limited to, organizing and prioritizing work in order to meet deadlines.
Possesses the ability to effectively use technological tools and platforms in order to complete their work functions efficiently. Including, but not limited to, proficiency in: Microsoft Windows and corporate network resources
Required software and systems including, but not limited to, electronic client record keeping and payroll systems, etc. Gmail and additional web-based email services
The use of the internet in order to research and perform other tasks related to position
The use of basic office equipment (i.e. landline and smart phones, copier, fax machine)
Possesses the ability to complete mathematical analysis and operations including, but not limited to, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Utilizes a working knowledge in recognizing and evaluating suicidal or homicidal idealization in order to protect individuals and families served from self-harm or harming others.
Demonstrates knowledge of surrounding community challenges and best practice research-oriented solutions and the ability to utilize this knowledge to affect changes in the lives of our children, adults and families served.
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or related field.
At least 1 year experience in a nonprofit communications/public relations setting.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment and balance several projects at once.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to work both independently and part of a team.
Experience in Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
Nov 18, 2020
Full time
Center For Family Services is seeking a detail-oriented and highly-organized Public Relations Assistant to join our fast paced Public Relations & Development Department with supporting our more than 100 programs across New Jersey.
Locations: Voorhees, New Jersey
Duties & Responsibilities:
Manage all gear and apparel orders;
Manage all give away orders ;
Oversee tracking for all department purchasing;
Track marketing material inventory;
Manage supply orders for all department activities including events, volunteer projects, and engagement activities;
Coordinate agency fair attendance;
Attend outreach events to represent Center For Family Services, when applicable;
Support creation of the employee e-newsletter, Take 5, and the external donor e- newsletter, The Spark by reviewing copy, dropping in content including copy & photographs/images, and uploading email lists;
Support social media efforts by designing images & graphics to accompany posts by utilizing Adobe Spark software With the PR Specialist, oversee Center For Family Services social media content plan and serve as the primary scheduler of posts across all agency platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn;
Draft communications as needed including program content, press releases, highlights, etc.
Support all agency fundraising events and community drives;
Support constituent and gift data entry into Raiser's Edge and in-kind donation receipt and distribution during peak giving seasons;
Assemble folders and other packets for department events and meetings;
Support internal events and o ther duties as assigned.
General:
Displays professional demeanor in all interactions with children, adults, and families served, as well as colleagues, and/or community members.
Provides outstanding customer service in all Agency interactions.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills including, but not limited to, advanced knowledge of English and any other required languages (i.e. meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar).
Strong intercultural competency awareness and skills required as well as commitment to expanding personal and collective knowledge and sensitivity.
Shows consistent initiative in all position responsibilities including but not limited to, identifying areas of needed improvement, problem solving, and implementing innovative solutions.
Exercises effective time management skills including, but not limited to, organizing and prioritizing work in order to meet deadlines.
Possesses the ability to effectively use technological tools and platforms in order to complete their work functions efficiently. Including, but not limited to, proficiency in: Microsoft Windows and corporate network resources
Required software and systems including, but not limited to, electronic client record keeping and payroll systems, etc. Gmail and additional web-based email services
The use of the internet in order to research and perform other tasks related to position
The use of basic office equipment (i.e. landline and smart phones, copier, fax machine)
Possesses the ability to complete mathematical analysis and operations including, but not limited to, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Utilizes a working knowledge in recognizing and evaluating suicidal or homicidal idealization in order to protect individuals and families served from self-harm or harming others.
Demonstrates knowledge of surrounding community challenges and best practice research-oriented solutions and the ability to utilize this knowledge to affect changes in the lives of our children, adults and families served.
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or related field.
At least 1 year experience in a nonprofit communications/public relations setting.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment and balance several projects at once.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to work both independently and part of a team.
Experience in Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
Do you excel in communications and seek a mission based, non-profit organization where your work will make a difference? While in this position, you will have the opportunity to create and manage content that will reach around the world while interacting with people from our 60+ member countries. The Communications Associate is a highly integral position within the communications team.
Zonta International seeks a Communications Associate who shares our passion of providing service and advocacy to improve the lives of women and girls around the world. Step into a fast-paced, interactive environment where you will contribute to the mission of a service club organization, serve our 28,000 members who come from 63 countries, advocate for the advancement of women and promote women’s rights. Our offices are conveniently located in Oak Brook, IL, (adjacent to the Oak Brook Center mall, with covered parking available) and easy access to expressways. Visit us at www.zonta.org.
Reporting to the Communications Manager, you will work in collaboration with internal colleagues, international leadership and key volunteers to support strategies and deliver relevant information that is engaging and inspirational. Primary responsibilities include creating, maintaining and delivering content for the organization’s websites and assisting in developing content and images for publications, social media channels and key assets. What you create will be seen and used around the world!
Responsibilities:
Manage the layout and distribution of the organization’s monthly e-Newsletter and other email marketing campaigns and messages.
Administer the organization’s website including creating, posting and updating website content and preparing and updating images, links and files.
Edit and post member submitted content for website and newsletters.
Collaborate and create graphic design materials, including website headers, images and buttons.
Manage website document and image file library.
Develop custom web forms, surveys and other technical ‘plug-in’ website tools.
Manage and create high quality, multimedia content for all digital marketing channels including social media and email communications, video editing and infographics.
Monitor digital analytics, conversions and social media mentions and provide monthly reports.
Provide expert level proofreading and editorial on documents, scripts and slides.
Support presentations, publications, signage and general communication needs for biennial convention.
Respond to inquiries and member service requests received through general email accounts.
Promote special projects that support Zonta International and the Zonta Foundation for Women mission.
Remain current with the latest digital marketing practices to further drive success of the organization.
Support the communications department with miscellaneous projects as needs arise.
Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, preferred.
1+ years experience in a non-profit or association environment, preferred.
Basic skills with platforms such as Adobe InDesign, Canva and Constant Contact or other email marketing platform.
Intermediate skills with website maintenance and design, HTML, and a content management or association management system (Zonta utilizes iMIS RiSE and Wordpress).
Strong abilities in content creation, highly skilled in writing and editing and writing across diverse mediums.
Experience in managing social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn).
Basic knowledge of Google Analytics and SEO desired.
Video creation and/or editing skills are a plus.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proven commitment to achieving deadlines, yet able to adapt to changing priorities.
Competency in MS Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint desired.
Expertise in the women’s rights and gender equality space is a plus.
Ability to work and excel in a team environment.
Strong self-motivation and commitment to learning and retaining new skills.
Zonta provides a friendly and casual work environment. Our staff enjoys flexible work hours, excellent benefits (health, dental, vision and 401K contribution with an automatic employer contribution of 5%) and opportunities for career growth. This is currently a remote work opportunity, given the current environment; however, it will be a full-time office position, with the option to work from home two days a month, when the team does return to the office. If you are interested in gaining experience in a position where your work makes a difference and you have the opportunity to meet people from around the world, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jobs@zonta.org .
Zonta International is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Nov 17, 2020
Full time
Do you excel in communications and seek a mission based, non-profit organization where your work will make a difference? While in this position, you will have the opportunity to create and manage content that will reach around the world while interacting with people from our 60+ member countries. The Communications Associate is a highly integral position within the communications team.
Zonta International seeks a Communications Associate who shares our passion of providing service and advocacy to improve the lives of women and girls around the world. Step into a fast-paced, interactive environment where you will contribute to the mission of a service club organization, serve our 28,000 members who come from 63 countries, advocate for the advancement of women and promote women’s rights. Our offices are conveniently located in Oak Brook, IL, (adjacent to the Oak Brook Center mall, with covered parking available) and easy access to expressways. Visit us at www.zonta.org.
Reporting to the Communications Manager, you will work in collaboration with internal colleagues, international leadership and key volunteers to support strategies and deliver relevant information that is engaging and inspirational. Primary responsibilities include creating, maintaining and delivering content for the organization’s websites and assisting in developing content and images for publications, social media channels and key assets. What you create will be seen and used around the world!
Responsibilities:
Manage the layout and distribution of the organization’s monthly e-Newsletter and other email marketing campaigns and messages.
Administer the organization’s website including creating, posting and updating website content and preparing and updating images, links and files.
Edit and post member submitted content for website and newsletters.
Collaborate and create graphic design materials, including website headers, images and buttons.
Manage website document and image file library.
Develop custom web forms, surveys and other technical ‘plug-in’ website tools.
Manage and create high quality, multimedia content for all digital marketing channels including social media and email communications, video editing and infographics.
Monitor digital analytics, conversions and social media mentions and provide monthly reports.
Provide expert level proofreading and editorial on documents, scripts and slides.
Support presentations, publications, signage and general communication needs for biennial convention.
Respond to inquiries and member service requests received through general email accounts.
Promote special projects that support Zonta International and the Zonta Foundation for Women mission.
Remain current with the latest digital marketing practices to further drive success of the organization.
Support the communications department with miscellaneous projects as needs arise.
Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, preferred.
1+ years experience in a non-profit or association environment, preferred.
Basic skills with platforms such as Adobe InDesign, Canva and Constant Contact or other email marketing platform.
Intermediate skills with website maintenance and design, HTML, and a content management or association management system (Zonta utilizes iMIS RiSE and Wordpress).
Strong abilities in content creation, highly skilled in writing and editing and writing across diverse mediums.
Experience in managing social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn).
Basic knowledge of Google Analytics and SEO desired.
Video creation and/or editing skills are a plus.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proven commitment to achieving deadlines, yet able to adapt to changing priorities.
Competency in MS Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint desired.
Expertise in the women’s rights and gender equality space is a plus.
Ability to work and excel in a team environment.
Strong self-motivation and commitment to learning and retaining new skills.
Zonta provides a friendly and casual work environment. Our staff enjoys flexible work hours, excellent benefits (health, dental, vision and 401K contribution with an automatic employer contribution of 5%) and opportunities for career growth. This is currently a remote work opportunity, given the current environment; however, it will be a full-time office position, with the option to work from home two days a month, when the team does return to the office. If you are interested in gaining experience in a position where your work makes a difference and you have the opportunity to meet people from around the world, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jobs@zonta.org .
Zonta International is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Description: Community Engagement Manager Employment status: 1 FTE, hourly, benefitted Reports to: Executive Director (ED) Starting wage range: DOE
Working Conditions: The WDRC continually strives to provide a supportive, healthy, and productive work environment. Every staff member plays an active role in contributing positively to our organizational culture. Staff serve the public through a variety of programming both onsite within WDRC owned and rented facilities, and in public and private spaces. Given the nature of the WDRC’s mission and services, the possibility of exposure to escalated emotion and offensive language from the public exists. The WDRC expects staff to respond to these instances with diplomacy, tact, and compassion. Note: During COVID, most staff are working remotely, and physical offices are closed to the public.
Position summary: The Community Engagement Manager (CEM) is a key staff member in our nonprofit organization. The CEM is responsible for working closely with the Executive Director, Board, and other staff to advance development efforts, promote community awareness, and create opportunities for engaging with our organization. We are seeking a wonderful individual to join our team and serve our community by modeling the WDRC’s core values and embodying a warm, welcoming, and professional approach while interacting with volunteers, donors, partners, clients, staff, and the community at large. This position is an ideal opportunity for an enthusiastic, creative, driven, and experienced individual who believes in our mission and is committed to strengthening our organization. The successful candidate will both bring vision and leadership to a collaborative environment, and be able to successfully implement operational plans.
Primary Position Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
Engage as a thought partner with the ED to cultivate resources and relationships to sustain & grow the organization;
Work closely with ED and staff to maintain positive relationships with donors, other organizations, government agencies, and community supporters;
Design and implement the Fund Development Plan, in coordination with ED and Board;
Participate in Board Fund Development committee meetings;
Coordinate Board involvement in community engagement activities;
Fund Development
Oversee agency fundraising, outreach, and special events to ensure and maximize their success and impact;
Cultivate donor relations; design appeals, and solicit, receive, and acknowledge donor contributions;
Identify new donors and sponsors in collaboration with ED and Board;
Oversee our organization’s donor database;
Maintain annual grants calendar; track application and reporting deadlines;
Research, write, and manage grants and grant reporting in alignment with agency’s strategic and operational plan s;
Write grant acknowledgment letters.
Community Engagement Development
Design and develop messaging and marketing materials to tell our story and promote our programs, services, and events to current and new targeted audiences;
Identify and support opportunities to reach diverse, underserved communities in collaboration with Staff and Board;
Serve as liaison with media; ensure timely press releases are written and issued;
Establish and manage annual communications and outreach calendar;
Oversee external communications including newsletters, e-blasts, social media, and web presence;
Oversee agency-wide data collection and metrics, including coordinating with staff to research and compile internal and external statistics to demonstrate efficacy and impact of WDRC services;
Oversee design, publishing, and distribution of the annual report;
Facilitate and manage outreach opportunities and participate in networking to advance our community visibility;
Team Leadership
Coordinate and direct the work of staff members, board members, and volunteers working on community engagement and fund development efforts;
Contribute to effective teamwork among staff;
Actively participate in staff meetings and agency events and activities;
Collaborate with other staff to achieve organization’s mission and contribute to shared staff responsibilities ;
Support other initiatives and tasks as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
BA or comparable education in related field and minimum 3-5 years relevant experience;
Demonstrated experience in the ability to direct, coordinate, and supervise the work of others;
Belief in and understanding of our mission, and familiarity with mediation and conflict resolution;
Demonstrable cultural humility and awareness, and capable of mindfully interacting with diverse people;
Demonstrated track record of fund development, including grant procurement;
Event coordination and project management experience;
Public relations and communications experience;
Comfort and ease with technology and social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, blogs);
Flexibility, including ability to occasionally work early morning, evening, and weekend hours;
Exceptional organizational skills, and a high level of attention to detail;
Excellent verbal and written communicator, and an outstanding listener;
Strong sense of initiative, sense of humor, and compassion;
Desire and ability to work collaboratively;
Excellent proficiency with Windows applications, experience with relational databases;
Able to create mail merges and templates, customize spreadsheets, setup queries and reports;
Ability to enlist support, delegate, and work effectively with volunteers;
Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and address emergent issues;
Ability to work comfortably with limited supervision;
Ability to troubleshoot/problem solve as issues arise;
Ability to lift 30 lbs;
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
Bilingual in Spanish
Familiarity with Whatcom County businesses, organizations, and community at large
Experience with development and implementation of strategic and operational plans
Proficiency with Canva, In-Design, or equivalent layout application;
To apply: Submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Jaina Gemin, Search Coordinator, at jaina@whatcomdrc.org . Use the subject line: Community Engagement Manager Position Application (YOUR NAME)
Due by: Preference for applications received before noon on Monday, November 23; open until filled
Nov 16, 2020
Full time
Job Description: Community Engagement Manager Employment status: 1 FTE, hourly, benefitted Reports to: Executive Director (ED) Starting wage range: DOE
Working Conditions: The WDRC continually strives to provide a supportive, healthy, and productive work environment. Every staff member plays an active role in contributing positively to our organizational culture. Staff serve the public through a variety of programming both onsite within WDRC owned and rented facilities, and in public and private spaces. Given the nature of the WDRC’s mission and services, the possibility of exposure to escalated emotion and offensive language from the public exists. The WDRC expects staff to respond to these instances with diplomacy, tact, and compassion. Note: During COVID, most staff are working remotely, and physical offices are closed to the public.
Position summary: The Community Engagement Manager (CEM) is a key staff member in our nonprofit organization. The CEM is responsible for working closely with the Executive Director, Board, and other staff to advance development efforts, promote community awareness, and create opportunities for engaging with our organization. We are seeking a wonderful individual to join our team and serve our community by modeling the WDRC’s core values and embodying a warm, welcoming, and professional approach while interacting with volunteers, donors, partners, clients, staff, and the community at large. This position is an ideal opportunity for an enthusiastic, creative, driven, and experienced individual who believes in our mission and is committed to strengthening our organization. The successful candidate will both bring vision and leadership to a collaborative environment, and be able to successfully implement operational plans.
Primary Position Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
Engage as a thought partner with the ED to cultivate resources and relationships to sustain & grow the organization;
Work closely with ED and staff to maintain positive relationships with donors, other organizations, government agencies, and community supporters;
Design and implement the Fund Development Plan, in coordination with ED and Board;
Participate in Board Fund Development committee meetings;
Coordinate Board involvement in community engagement activities;
Fund Development
Oversee agency fundraising, outreach, and special events to ensure and maximize their success and impact;
Cultivate donor relations; design appeals, and solicit, receive, and acknowledge donor contributions;
Identify new donors and sponsors in collaboration with ED and Board;
Oversee our organization’s donor database;
Maintain annual grants calendar; track application and reporting deadlines;
Research, write, and manage grants and grant reporting in alignment with agency’s strategic and operational plan s;
Write grant acknowledgment letters.
Community Engagement Development
Design and develop messaging and marketing materials to tell our story and promote our programs, services, and events to current and new targeted audiences;
Identify and support opportunities to reach diverse, underserved communities in collaboration with Staff and Board;
Serve as liaison with media; ensure timely press releases are written and issued;
Establish and manage annual communications and outreach calendar;
Oversee external communications including newsletters, e-blasts, social media, and web presence;
Oversee agency-wide data collection and metrics, including coordinating with staff to research and compile internal and external statistics to demonstrate efficacy and impact of WDRC services;
Oversee design, publishing, and distribution of the annual report;
Facilitate and manage outreach opportunities and participate in networking to advance our community visibility;
Team Leadership
Coordinate and direct the work of staff members, board members, and volunteers working on community engagement and fund development efforts;
Contribute to effective teamwork among staff;
Actively participate in staff meetings and agency events and activities;
Collaborate with other staff to achieve organization’s mission and contribute to shared staff responsibilities ;
Support other initiatives and tasks as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
BA or comparable education in related field and minimum 3-5 years relevant experience;
Demonstrated experience in the ability to direct, coordinate, and supervise the work of others;
Belief in and understanding of our mission, and familiarity with mediation and conflict resolution;
Demonstrable cultural humility and awareness, and capable of mindfully interacting with diverse people;
Demonstrated track record of fund development, including grant procurement;
Event coordination and project management experience;
Public relations and communications experience;
Comfort and ease with technology and social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, blogs);
Flexibility, including ability to occasionally work early morning, evening, and weekend hours;
Exceptional organizational skills, and a high level of attention to detail;
Excellent verbal and written communicator, and an outstanding listener;
Strong sense of initiative, sense of humor, and compassion;
Desire and ability to work collaboratively;
Excellent proficiency with Windows applications, experience with relational databases;
Able to create mail merges and templates, customize spreadsheets, setup queries and reports;
Ability to enlist support, delegate, and work effectively with volunteers;
Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and address emergent issues;
Ability to work comfortably with limited supervision;
Ability to troubleshoot/problem solve as issues arise;
Ability to lift 30 lbs;
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
Bilingual in Spanish
Familiarity with Whatcom County businesses, organizations, and community at large
Experience with development and implementation of strategic and operational plans
Proficiency with Canva, In-Design, or equivalent layout application;
To apply: Submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Jaina Gemin, Search Coordinator, at jaina@whatcomdrc.org . Use the subject line: Community Engagement Manager Position Application (YOUR NAME)
Due by: Preference for applications received before noon on Monday, November 23; open until filled
As a PR manager, you will have the opportunity to interact and build relationships with national and trade media, as well as client contacts from a variety of SaaS brands across the country.
In this role, you will own and execute PR projects on behalf of clients, including media outreach and the development of press releases and other content used to fulfill editorial requests from national and trade media outlets. You’ll also work with a team to advise clients, providing strategies for building thought leadership and securing media coverage.
What You’ll Get to Do
Train with various members of the agency on PR tools and tactics, including those that support client and agency communication, media relations and content development
Work with a team to develop PR plans that support clients' business objectives and key results (OKRs)
Execute media relations campaigns including pitching trade and national media by email and phone
Ghostwrite articles on behalf of client thought leaders and place those pieces with the media
Draft or oversee the drafting of speaking and award submissions for clients
Manage monitoring for and report on secured media coverage using various media monitoring tools
Develop relationships with clients, lead client calls, meetings and other client-agency conversations
What You’ll Need
Understanding of the PR process and how to secure media coverage
The ability to work both independently and as part of multiple teams throughout the agency
Experience working efficiently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects simultaneously
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a command of grammar and AP style
A positive attitude and eagerness to seek out feedback
A bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications or a related field
3+ years of prior work experience in PR and/or media relations
What Will Make You Stand Out
Experience working at or on behalf of a SaaS or other B2B technology brand
Agency experience
About BLASTmedia
Established in 2005, BLASTmedia is the only PR agency in the US dedicated to B2B SaaS, representing companies in all growth stages — from startup to publicly traded. BLASTmedia understands the challenges associated with scaling a SaaS business and uses media coverage and thought leadership campaigns to impact four primary pillars: investors, employees, partners and customers.
Oct 19, 2020
Full time
As a PR manager, you will have the opportunity to interact and build relationships with national and trade media, as well as client contacts from a variety of SaaS brands across the country.
In this role, you will own and execute PR projects on behalf of clients, including media outreach and the development of press releases and other content used to fulfill editorial requests from national and trade media outlets. You’ll also work with a team to advise clients, providing strategies for building thought leadership and securing media coverage.
What You’ll Get to Do
Train with various members of the agency on PR tools and tactics, including those that support client and agency communication, media relations and content development
Work with a team to develop PR plans that support clients' business objectives and key results (OKRs)
Execute media relations campaigns including pitching trade and national media by email and phone
Ghostwrite articles on behalf of client thought leaders and place those pieces with the media
Draft or oversee the drafting of speaking and award submissions for clients
Manage monitoring for and report on secured media coverage using various media monitoring tools
Develop relationships with clients, lead client calls, meetings and other client-agency conversations
What You’ll Need
Understanding of the PR process and how to secure media coverage
The ability to work both independently and as part of multiple teams throughout the agency
Experience working efficiently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects simultaneously
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a command of grammar and AP style
A positive attitude and eagerness to seek out feedback
A bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications or a related field
3+ years of prior work experience in PR and/or media relations
What Will Make You Stand Out
Experience working at or on behalf of a SaaS or other B2B technology brand
Agency experience
About BLASTmedia
Established in 2005, BLASTmedia is the only PR agency in the US dedicated to B2B SaaS, representing companies in all growth stages — from startup to publicly traded. BLASTmedia understands the challenges associated with scaling a SaaS business and uses media coverage and thought leadership campaigns to impact four primary pillars: investors, employees, partners and customers.
Vote Blue’s mission is to mobilize progressive voters to get to the polls in the 2020 election using door-to-door canvassing.
We are currently seeking Canvass Directors to join us on an important and exciting campaign to provide the strategic field operation necessary to win this fall. We are hiring for multiple Lead Director and Deputy Director positions.
There is so much at stake in this election. As we have seen over the last 4 years, leadership in government matters more than ever. Nearly 200,000 Americans have died of COVID19, and Donald Trump is on the record saying that he intentionally withheld information about it and downplayed its severity. Millions of acres are currently burning in wildfires in Washington, Oregon, and California in one of the largest natural disasters in history. We need our government proactively addressing climate change, not trying to open up the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to new oil drilling. Systemic racism is real and clearly at the forefront of our collective daily lives. Yet as more Black people are shot or killed by police, Donald Trump and Republicans stoke racial tension for political gain. We need a change in leadership, and we need it fast. The election on November 3 will be the most important of our lifetimes. A strong ground game is the key to winning.
Canvass Directors will recruit, train, and manage a team of local canvassers to go door-to-door in strategic locations and speak with voters about their voting plans. Additionally, the Lead Campaign Director will manage a team of one or more Deputy Directors, and will be responsible for building an office to scale from the ground up. This position reports to the Project Director.
COVID-19 has altered the political landscape, but one thing remains the same - we will need to have in-person conversations with people to get out the vote. Thankfully, we can do this with low risk. We will provide PPE and substantial health and safety training, and we have developed a canvassing protocol that will allow us to do this critical work while keeping our staff and the people in our communities safe.
We are hiring immediately. This position runs through November 3, with opportunities to extend through the Election and beyond.
Locations: Multiple cities in Wisconsin including Eau Claire and La Crosse. Short-term travel may be required. Relocation Assistance is available.
Canvass Management Responsibilities:
Work with a voter targeting list to build walk lists and train others to do so
Collaborate with our recruitment team to identify and hire members of the community to work as canvassers who will make contact with targeted voters to speak with them about the upcoming election
Manage a team of 20-30 canvassers, setting and driving goals along the way
Implement health and safety protocol, including ensuring adequate PPE for all staff and compliance with daily health and safety guidelines
Knock doors several days a week yourself to train staff and help drive office goals by having effective conversations with voters
Administrative duties, including working with the HR Director on payroll, onboarding and offboarding staff, and compliance
Qualifications:
Leadership experience, ability to motivate, grow, and manage a large team
Prior experience running a canvassing operation is preferred. We will consider candidates with comparable management experience.
Ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends
Familiarity with VAN a plus
Extreme attention to detail and a proven ability to instill that quality in others
Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills
Strong passion for community organizing and fostering civic engagement
Salary: The salary range for this position is $1,200-$1,400 per week. We offer a generous benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and hands-on training. At the end of the campaign, there may be opportunities for advancement and bonuses.
At Vote Blue, we prioritize equity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage Black, indigenous, people of color, women, people with previous felony convictions, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who identify with underrepresented groups to apply.
Apply for this position
La Crosse:
https://voteblue.applytojob.com/apply/PMfhNjM4ps/Voter-Contact-Canvass-Directors?source=Hire+Latinos
Oct 09, 2020
Full time
Vote Blue’s mission is to mobilize progressive voters to get to the polls in the 2020 election using door-to-door canvassing.
We are currently seeking Canvass Directors to join us on an important and exciting campaign to provide the strategic field operation necessary to win this fall. We are hiring for multiple Lead Director and Deputy Director positions.
There is so much at stake in this election. As we have seen over the last 4 years, leadership in government matters more than ever. Nearly 200,000 Americans have died of COVID19, and Donald Trump is on the record saying that he intentionally withheld information about it and downplayed its severity. Millions of acres are currently burning in wildfires in Washington, Oregon, and California in one of the largest natural disasters in history. We need our government proactively addressing climate change, not trying to open up the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to new oil drilling. Systemic racism is real and clearly at the forefront of our collective daily lives. Yet as more Black people are shot or killed by police, Donald Trump and Republicans stoke racial tension for political gain. We need a change in leadership, and we need it fast. The election on November 3 will be the most important of our lifetimes. A strong ground game is the key to winning.
Canvass Directors will recruit, train, and manage a team of local canvassers to go door-to-door in strategic locations and speak with voters about their voting plans. Additionally, the Lead Campaign Director will manage a team of one or more Deputy Directors, and will be responsible for building an office to scale from the ground up. This position reports to the Project Director.
COVID-19 has altered the political landscape, but one thing remains the same - we will need to have in-person conversations with people to get out the vote. Thankfully, we can do this with low risk. We will provide PPE and substantial health and safety training, and we have developed a canvassing protocol that will allow us to do this critical work while keeping our staff and the people in our communities safe.
We are hiring immediately. This position runs through November 3, with opportunities to extend through the Election and beyond.
Locations: Multiple cities in Wisconsin including Eau Claire and La Crosse. Short-term travel may be required. Relocation Assistance is available.
Canvass Management Responsibilities:
Work with a voter targeting list to build walk lists and train others to do so
Collaborate with our recruitment team to identify and hire members of the community to work as canvassers who will make contact with targeted voters to speak with them about the upcoming election
Manage a team of 20-30 canvassers, setting and driving goals along the way
Implement health and safety protocol, including ensuring adequate PPE for all staff and compliance with daily health and safety guidelines
Knock doors several days a week yourself to train staff and help drive office goals by having effective conversations with voters
Administrative duties, including working with the HR Director on payroll, onboarding and offboarding staff, and compliance
Qualifications:
Leadership experience, ability to motivate, grow, and manage a large team
Prior experience running a canvassing operation is preferred. We will consider candidates with comparable management experience.
Ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends
Familiarity with VAN a plus
Extreme attention to detail and a proven ability to instill that quality in others
Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills
Strong passion for community organizing and fostering civic engagement
Salary: The salary range for this position is $1,200-$1,400 per week. We offer a generous benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and hands-on training. At the end of the campaign, there may be opportunities for advancement and bonuses.
At Vote Blue, we prioritize equity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage Black, indigenous, people of color, women, people with previous felony convictions, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who identify with underrepresented groups to apply.
Apply for this position
La Crosse:
https://voteblue.applytojob.com/apply/PMfhNjM4ps/Voter-Contact-Canvass-Directors?source=Hire+Latinos
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for a Community Engagement Coordinator to join an excellent team build strong relationships with Oregon communities and work to advance agency operations.
This position falls under the Classification Operations & Policy Analyst 2.
WHAT YOU WILL DO!
As a Community Engagement Coordinator, you will develop, implement, coordinate, monitor and evaluate InCK Model community engagement (with internal and community-based programs) and activities which promote, establish, support and institutionalize a focus on integrating equity in processes as well as outcomes to eliminate racial and ethnic inequities in health and health care services in communities facing most inequities in Oregon, including Tribes.
Oregon’s InCK Model is a priority, federal-state collaborative focused on improving child and youth health outcomes in a five-county target region with a total budget of up to $17 million dollars over seven years. Funded by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI), the work of the InCK Model aligns with Oregon’s 1115 waiver, Oregon Health Policy Board priorities, CCO 2.0 priorities, the state’s Early Learning Strategic Plan, and the goals of the Governor’s Children’s Cabinet. The InCK Model employs a strong focus on embedding health equity and advancing integrated, family-centered care coordination across physical health, behavioral health and health-related social services. Oregon’s InCK Model goals are to reduce out-of-home placements for children, support family resilience, reduce unnecessary health care costs, and eliminate racial and ethnic disparities in children’s health and health care services.
In this role, your responsibilities will include: (1) Leading, planning and coordinating policy analysis relating to community engagement models and activities which promote, establish, support and institutionalize a focus on health equity and the elimination of racial and ethnic disparities in children’s health and health services; (2) Organizing outreach efforts and communication with culturally-specific community based organizations with emphasis on the five-county InCK Model region, in coordination with the InCK Model Team, InCK Lead Organization (subawardee) and other internal OHA divisions/units/teams; (3) Facilitating and supporting partnership between racial and ethnic communities, including Tribes, that are most impacted by health inequities and OEI/OHA/Oregon’s InCK Model in critical public policy and program development; and (4) Facilitating and supporting diverse representation on committees, councils and stakeholder groups related to children’s health and the InCK Model.
Additionally, you will be a member of the cross-office and cross-agency InCK Model Team to help develop programs that effectively address racial and ethnic inequities in health for communities facing the most inequities, including Tribes.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
(a) Five (5) years of professional-level experience involving community engagement. OR (b) A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field; AND Two (2) years of professional-level experience involving community engagement. OR (c) A Master’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field; AND One (1) year of professional-level experience involving community engagement. OR (d) A Doctor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field.
Working knowledge of Medicaid and Medicare programs and children’s health systems and health care delivery.
Proficient bilingual oral and written language skills.
Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Human Services, Social Sciences, Social Work, Public Administration or Communications preferred, with coursework and training in social justice, dismantling institutional privilege, social determinants of health and equity, community organizing, Language Access, universal access and the ADA, and policy advocacy.
Extensive experience developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs and policies that promote equity and inclusion and reduce racial and ethnic disparities.
Demonstrated experience engaging and working with culturally diverse communities and leaders, diverse internal and external teams, and stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience providing technical assistance to state and community-based programs on strategies and initiatives that promote equity and reduce racial and ethnic disparities.
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Demonstrated experience engaging and working effectively with culturally diverse communities, including existing effective relationships with diverse community leaders throughout Oregon including Tribes.
Experience developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating policies and programs that promote equity and reduce racial and ethnic disparities.
Experience preparing and delivering speeches before specialized audiences and the general public, and to handle sensitive inquiries from and contact with officials and general public.
Knowledge and experience around facilitating language access supports as well as public modifications and accommodations to ensure equitable engagement among diverse community groups.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
Sep 11, 2020
Full time
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for a Community Engagement Coordinator to join an excellent team build strong relationships with Oregon communities and work to advance agency operations.
This position falls under the Classification Operations & Policy Analyst 2.
WHAT YOU WILL DO!
As a Community Engagement Coordinator, you will develop, implement, coordinate, monitor and evaluate InCK Model community engagement (with internal and community-based programs) and activities which promote, establish, support and institutionalize a focus on integrating equity in processes as well as outcomes to eliminate racial and ethnic inequities in health and health care services in communities facing most inequities in Oregon, including Tribes.
Oregon’s InCK Model is a priority, federal-state collaborative focused on improving child and youth health outcomes in a five-county target region with a total budget of up to $17 million dollars over seven years. Funded by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI), the work of the InCK Model aligns with Oregon’s 1115 waiver, Oregon Health Policy Board priorities, CCO 2.0 priorities, the state’s Early Learning Strategic Plan, and the goals of the Governor’s Children’s Cabinet. The InCK Model employs a strong focus on embedding health equity and advancing integrated, family-centered care coordination across physical health, behavioral health and health-related social services. Oregon’s InCK Model goals are to reduce out-of-home placements for children, support family resilience, reduce unnecessary health care costs, and eliminate racial and ethnic disparities in children’s health and health care services.
In this role, your responsibilities will include: (1) Leading, planning and coordinating policy analysis relating to community engagement models and activities which promote, establish, support and institutionalize a focus on health equity and the elimination of racial and ethnic disparities in children’s health and health services; (2) Organizing outreach efforts and communication with culturally-specific community based organizations with emphasis on the five-county InCK Model region, in coordination with the InCK Model Team, InCK Lead Organization (subawardee) and other internal OHA divisions/units/teams; (3) Facilitating and supporting partnership between racial and ethnic communities, including Tribes, that are most impacted by health inequities and OEI/OHA/Oregon’s InCK Model in critical public policy and program development; and (4) Facilitating and supporting diverse representation on committees, councils and stakeholder groups related to children’s health and the InCK Model.
Additionally, you will be a member of the cross-office and cross-agency InCK Model Team to help develop programs that effectively address racial and ethnic inequities in health for communities facing the most inequities, including Tribes.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
(a) Five (5) years of professional-level experience involving community engagement. OR (b) A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field; AND Two (2) years of professional-level experience involving community engagement. OR (c) A Master’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field; AND One (1) year of professional-level experience involving community engagement. OR (d) A Doctor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or a related field.
Working knowledge of Medicaid and Medicare programs and children’s health systems and health care delivery.
Proficient bilingual oral and written language skills.
Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Human Services, Social Sciences, Social Work, Public Administration or Communications preferred, with coursework and training in social justice, dismantling institutional privilege, social determinants of health and equity, community organizing, Language Access, universal access and the ADA, and policy advocacy.
Extensive experience developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs and policies that promote equity and inclusion and reduce racial and ethnic disparities.
Demonstrated experience engaging and working with culturally diverse communities and leaders, diverse internal and external teams, and stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience providing technical assistance to state and community-based programs on strategies and initiatives that promote equity and reduce racial and ethnic disparities.
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Demonstrated experience engaging and working effectively with culturally diverse communities, including existing effective relationships with diverse community leaders throughout Oregon including Tribes.
Experience developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating policies and programs that promote equity and reduce racial and ethnic disparities.
Experience preparing and delivering speeches before specialized audiences and the general public, and to handle sensitive inquiries from and contact with officials and general public.
Knowledge and experience around facilitating language access supports as well as public modifications and accommodations to ensure equitable engagement among diverse community groups.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans . If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
SPITFIRE STRATEGIES, LLC
Washington, DC / Denver, CO / San Francisco, CA / New York, NY / or Remote
Spitfire is looking for an experienced and resourceful senior account executive with strong project management skills who thrives in a fast-paced client environment and is curious, creative, strategic and passionate about working to advance racial, economic and social justice, protect the environment and expand opportunity for all.
The senior account executive is a critical part of a client team, helping to create winning communication and campaign strategies, implementing approved strategies and getting results for clients. Day-to-day work includes managing projects, doing research to understand how issues are being covered and represented and by whom, creating earned and social media outreach strategies and implementing them and drafting materials, including fact sheets, one-pagers, infographics and strategy memos. Spitfire's matrix structure gives staff the opportunity to work with a variety of senior team members from across the country on different accounts and projects.
In this position, you’ll have significant professional growth opportunities to expand your communication skills from writing to research to strategy. You’ll report directly to a senior staff person who will prioritize your professional growth.
Responsibilities
Create client materials, such as memos, media materials and emails that require few revisions.
Contribute content to Spitfire intellectual property, such as training presentations, resource guides, blogs and case studies.
Draft components of strategic communication and campaign plans.
Demonstrate an understanding of media relations and a willingness to sharpen your skills by pitching reporters and drafting editorial content.
Conduct research and draft findings for communication audits, narrative and message analyses and speaking opportunities for clients.
Implement effective communication tactics to meet clients’ goals, from digital posts to meetings with policymakers.
Consistently demonstrate ability to get clients’ messages to target audiences, through earned media coverage, direct outreach to policymakers and/or planning and implementation of other outreach activities.
Serve as a strong second point of contact on accounts and demonstrate increasing ability to manage accounts and provide top-notch client service.
Coordinate with team leads to assist in project and budget management.
Coach sessions at Spitfire training programs and receive high marks and positive feedback from participants.
Contribute creative and strategic ideas to projects and implement them.
Identify new communication tools and demonstrate their use to staff.
Consistently meet project deadlines.
Submit time and expenses by deadline and follow company policies.
Deliver results that exceed clients’ expectations.
Contribute to a positive work culture.
Travel as needed.
Competencies & Characteristics
Ability to move into problem-solving mode when challenges and concerns arise.
Research and analytic skills.
Results-oriented and open to asking for help from colleagues to solve problems.
Collegial, collaborative and curious.
High emotional intelligence.
Good judgement.
Trustworthy.
Self-directed and accountable.
Creative.
Flexible, nimble and resilient.
Detail oriented, highly organized and having strong follow through.
Awareness of and interest in a variety of social and environmental issues.
Ability to multitask and good time-management skills.
Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Qualifications Must have a bachelor’s degree (degree requirements may be substituted for an equivalent combination of education, training and experience) and minimum of four years strategic communication, campaign, public affairs or related professional experience. Demonstrate strong writing and editing skills, have experience developing strategic communication and/or campaign plans, and have good public speaking skills. Client service experience is a plus. Candidate should be a highly motivated self-starter who takes direction well but also can also work independently, thrives on variety and can shift directions seamlessly.
Compensation Senior account executives are full-time, exempt employees. The starting salary range for this position is $58,250 to $63,250 per year. Spitfire’s compensation package also includes 100% paid health and dental insurance for employees, generous paid time off, 15 – 16 paid holidays per year, a 401(k) plan, summer hours and in-office perks.
Location This position may be located in any Spitfire office or may work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. Spitfire offices are located in Denver, New York, San Francisco and Washington, DC.
About Spitfire As a woman-owned firm, Spitfire’s values are rooted in one core principle: everyone belongs and has the power to spark change. Our work mirrors this. We’re relentless in our pursuit of opportunities to represent the best interests of people and the planet, whether that takes us into communities, across the country or around the world. Our team of professionals stands ready to bring — and tap into — diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise to tackle the most critical social and environmental issues of our time.
Equal Opportunity Employer Spitfire Strategies is committed to maintaining and promoting a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels of the organization. We strive to build a work environment that stimulates positive change and more fully reflects the clients we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees.
Spitfire encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, veteran status, marital status, disability (including mental disabilities, learning disabilities and history of disabilities), genetic information, record of arrest or conviction or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are driven to pursue social justice, fight xenophobia, support an equitable society for all people and defend human rights, we encourage you to apply.
How to Apply To apply, please send the following three items by 5 p.m. PST on Friday, August 14, 2020 to jobs@spitfirestrategies.com, noting the position title in the subject line:
1. Resume. 2. Cover letter. In your cover letter, please tell us about at least one time when you’ve sparked change. 3. A brief writing sample, digital strategy memo, campaign strategy or other client-level deliverable (2–5 pages).
Prior to submitting your application, please review the salary range for this position in the Compensation section above. No phone calls, please.
Jul 24, 2020
Full time
Spitfire is looking for an experienced and resourceful senior account executive with strong project management skills who thrives in a fast-paced client environment and is curious, creative, strategic and passionate about working to advance racial, economic and social justice, protect the environment and expand opportunity for all.
The senior account executive is a critical part of a client team, helping to create winning communication and campaign strategies, implementing approved strategies and getting results for clients. Day-to-day work includes managing projects, doing research to understand how issues are being covered and represented and by whom, creating earned and social media outreach strategies and implementing them and drafting materials, including fact sheets, one-pagers, infographics and strategy memos. Spitfire's matrix structure gives staff the opportunity to work with a variety of senior team members from across the country on different accounts and projects.
In this position, you’ll have significant professional growth opportunities to expand your communication skills from writing to research to strategy. You’ll report directly to a senior staff person who will prioritize your professional growth.
Responsibilities
Create client materials, such as memos, media materials and emails that require few revisions.
Contribute content to Spitfire intellectual property, such as training presentations, resource guides, blogs and case studies.
Draft components of strategic communication and campaign plans.
Demonstrate an understanding of media relations and a willingness to sharpen your skills by pitching reporters and drafting editorial content.
Conduct research and draft findings for communication audits, narrative and message analyses and speaking opportunities for clients.
Implement effective communication tactics to meet clients’ goals, from digital posts to meetings with policymakers.
Consistently demonstrate ability to get clients’ messages to target audiences, through earned media coverage, direct outreach to policymakers and/or planning and implementation of other outreach activities.
Serve as a strong second point of contact on accounts and demonstrate increasing ability to manage accounts and provide top-notch client service.
Coordinate with team leads to assist in project and budget management.
Coach sessions at Spitfire training programs and receive high marks and positive feedback from participants.
Contribute creative and strategic ideas to projects and implement them.
Identify new communication tools and demonstrate their use to staff.
Consistently meet project deadlines.
Submit time and expenses by deadline and follow company policies.
Deliver results that exceed clients’ expectations.
Contribute to a positive work culture.
Travel as needed.
Competencies & Characteristics
Ability to move into problem-solving mode when challenges and concerns arise.
Research and analytic skills.
Results-oriented and open to asking for help from colleagues to solve problems.
Collegial, collaborative and curious.
High emotional intelligence.
Good judgement.
Trustworthy.
Self-directed and accountable.
Creative.
Flexible, nimble and resilient.
Detail oriented, highly organized and having strong follow through.
Awareness of and interest in a variety of social and environmental issues.
Ability to multitask and good time-management skills.
Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Qualifications Must have a bachelor’s degree (degree requirements may be substituted for an equivalent combination of education, training and experience) and minimum of four years strategic communication, campaign, public affairs or related professional experience. Demonstrate strong writing and editing skills, have experience developing strategic communication and/or campaign plans, and have good public speaking skills. Client service experience is a plus. Candidate should be a highly motivated self-starter who takes direction well but also can also work independently, thrives on variety and can shift directions seamlessly.
Compensation Senior account executives are full-time, exempt employees. The starting salary range for this position is $58,250 to $63,250 per year. Spitfire’s compensation package also includes 100% paid health and dental insurance for employees, generous paid time off, 15 – 16 paid holidays per year, a 401(k) plan, summer hours and in-office perks.
Location This position may be located in any Spitfire office or may work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. Spitfire offices are located in Denver, New York, San Francisco and Washington, DC.
About Spitfire As a woman-owned firm, Spitfire’s values are rooted in one core principle: everyone belongs and has the power to spark change. Our work mirrors this. We’re relentless in our pursuit of opportunities to represent the best interests of people and the planet, whether that takes us into communities, across the country or around the world. Our team of professionals stands ready to bring — and tap into — diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise to tackle the most critical social and environmental issues of our time.
Equal Opportunity Employer Spitfire Strategies is committed to maintaining and promoting a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels of the organization. We strive to build a work environment that stimulates positive change and more fully reflects the clients we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees.
Spitfire encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, veteran status, marital status, disability (including mental disabilities, learning disabilities and history of disabilities), genetic information, record of arrest or conviction or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are driven to pursue social justice, fight xenophobia, support an equitable society for all people and defend human rights, we encourage you to apply.
How to Apply To apply, please send the following three items by 5 p.m. PST on Friday, August 14, 2020 to jobs@spitfirestrategies.com, noting the position title in the subject line:
1. Resume. 2. Cover letter. In your cover letter, please tell us about at least one time when you’ve sparked change. 3. A brief writing sample, digital strategy memo, campaign strategy or other client-level deliverable (2–5 pages).
Prior to submitting your application, please review the salary range for this position in the Compensation section above. No phone calls, please.
SPITFIRE STRATEGIES, LLC
Washington, DC / San Francisco, CA/ New York, NY/ Denver, CO/ or remote
Spitfire is looking for a resourceful account coordinator who thrives in a fast‐paced client environment and is curious, creative and passionate about working to advance racial, economic and social justice; protect the environment; and expand opportunity for all. In this position, you’ll have significant professional growth opportunities to expand your communication skills from writing to research to strategy. You’ll report directly to a manager who will prioritize your professional growth.
Responsibilities
Provide support to assigned project teams;
Conduct media tracking and build media lists;
Pitch to the media;
Draft media audits;
Create digital content;
Conduct research;
Craft first drafts of materials;
Take diligent internal and client‐facing meeting notes;
Provide error‐free copy editing according to AP Style and Spitfire style guides;
Create PowerPoint presentations according to Spitfire style guide;
Offer general office and client support;
Contribute creative and strategic ideas to projects and implement them;
Consistently meet project deadlines;
Submit time and expenses by deadline and follow company policies.
Follow company policies as detailed in the handbook;
Contribute to a positive work culture; and,
Travel as needed.
Competencies & Characteristics
Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion;
Ability to move into problem‐solving mode when challenges and concerns arise;
Research and analytical skills;
Results‐oriented and open to asking for help from colleagues to solve problems;
Collegial, collaborative and curious;
High emotional intelligence;
Shows good judgement in decision making;
Team player;
Trustworthy;
Self‐directed and accountable;
Creative;
Flexible, nimble and resilient;
Proactive;
Detail oriented, highly organized and have strong follow‐through;
Awareness of and interest in a variety of social and environmental issues;
Strong ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively; and
Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues across offices.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience and six‐12 months full‐time office experience, internship or other relevant experience. Knowledge of current events. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Expertise in using MS Office software and internet research tools. A demonstrated interest in helping to promote positive social change. Candidate should be a highly motivated self‐starter who takes direction well but can also work independently, thrives on variety and shift directions seamlessly.
Client service experience and knowledge of Meltwater, Lexis‐Nexis, Cision, Slack and Nuvi is a plus.
Compensation Account coordinators are full‐time employees. The starting salary range for this position is equivalent to $38,250 to $43,250 per year. Spitfire’s compensation package also includes 100% paid health and dental insurance for employees, generous paid time off, 15 – 16 paid holidays per year, a 401(k) plan, summer hours and in-office perks.
Location This position may be in any Spitfire office or may work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. Spitfire offices are located in Denver, New York, San Francisco and Washington, DC.
About Spitfire As a woman-owned firm, Spitfire’s values are rooted in one core principle: everyone belongs and has the power to spark change. Our work mirrors this. We’re relentless in our pursuit of opportunities to represent the best interests of people and the planet, whether that takes us into communities, across the country or around the world. Our team of professionals stands ready to bring — and tap into — diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise to tackle the most critical social and environmental issues of our time.
Equal Opportunity Employer Spitfire Strategies is committed to maintaining and promoting a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels of the organization. We strive to build a work environment that stimulates positive change and more fully reflects the clients we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees.
Spitfire encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, veteran status, marital status, disability (including mental disabilities, learning disabilities and history of disabilities), genetic information, record of arrest or conviction or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are driven to pursue social justice, fight xenophobia, support an equitable society for all people and defend human rights, we encourage you to apply.
How to Apply To apply, please send the following three items by 5 p.m. PST on Friday, August 14, 2020 to jobs@spitfirestrategies.com, noting the position title in the subject line:
1. Resume. 2. Cover letter. In your cover letter, please tell us about at least one time when you’ve sparked change. 3. A brief writing sample.
Prior to submitting your application, please review the salary range for this position in the Compensation section above. No phone calls, please.
Jul 24, 2020
Full time
Spitfire is looking for a resourceful account coordinator who thrives in a fast‐paced client environment and is curious, creative and passionate about working to advance racial, economic and social justice; protect the environment; and expand opportunity for all. In this position, you’ll have significant professional growth opportunities to expand your communication skills from writing to research to strategy. You’ll report directly to a manager who will prioritize your professional growth.
Responsibilities
Provide support to assigned project teams;
Conduct media tracking and build media lists;
Pitch to the media;
Draft media audits;
Create digital content;
Conduct research;
Craft first drafts of materials;
Take diligent internal and client‐facing meeting notes;
Provide error‐free copy editing according to AP Style and Spitfire style guides;
Create PowerPoint presentations according to Spitfire style guide;
Offer general office and client support;
Contribute creative and strategic ideas to projects and implement them;
Consistently meet project deadlines;
Submit time and expenses by deadline and follow company policies.
Follow company policies as detailed in the handbook;
Contribute to a positive work culture; and,
Travel as needed.
Competencies & Characteristics
Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion;
Ability to move into problem‐solving mode when challenges and concerns arise;
Research and analytical skills;
Results‐oriented and open to asking for help from colleagues to solve problems;
Collegial, collaborative and curious;
High emotional intelligence;
Shows good judgement in decision making;
Team player;
Trustworthy;
Self‐directed and accountable;
Creative;
Flexible, nimble and resilient;
Proactive;
Detail oriented, highly organized and have strong follow‐through;
Awareness of and interest in a variety of social and environmental issues;
Strong ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively; and
Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues across offices.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience and six‐12 months full‐time office experience, internship or other relevant experience. Knowledge of current events. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Expertise in using MS Office software and internet research tools. A demonstrated interest in helping to promote positive social change. Candidate should be a highly motivated self‐starter who takes direction well but can also work independently, thrives on variety and shift directions seamlessly.
Client service experience and knowledge of Meltwater, Lexis‐Nexis, Cision, Slack and Nuvi is a plus.
Compensation Account coordinators are full‐time employees. The starting salary range for this position is equivalent to $38,250 to $43,250 per year. Spitfire’s compensation package also includes 100% paid health and dental insurance for employees, generous paid time off, 15 – 16 paid holidays per year, a 401(k) plan, summer hours and in-office perks.
Location This position may be in any Spitfire office or may work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. Spitfire offices are located in Denver, New York, San Francisco and Washington, DC.
About Spitfire As a woman-owned firm, Spitfire’s values are rooted in one core principle: everyone belongs and has the power to spark change. Our work mirrors this. We’re relentless in our pursuit of opportunities to represent the best interests of people and the planet, whether that takes us into communities, across the country or around the world. Our team of professionals stands ready to bring — and tap into — diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise to tackle the most critical social and environmental issues of our time.
Equal Opportunity Employer Spitfire Strategies is committed to maintaining and promoting a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels of the organization. We strive to build a work environment that stimulates positive change and more fully reflects the clients we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer. We recognize the importance of not viewing individuals based on a single identity, and we thrive on being equitable in our recruitment process as well as in our efforts to be inclusive of all employees.
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How to Apply To apply, please send the following three items by 5 p.m. PST on Friday, August 14, 2020 to jobs@spitfirestrategies.com, noting the position title in the subject line:
1. Resume. 2. Cover letter. In your cover letter, please tell us about at least one time when you’ve sparked change. 3. A brief writing sample.
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Communications Director Jolt Initiative 501c3 & Jolt Action 501c4
ABOUT JOLT Jolt is a non-profit organization that increases the civic participation of Latinos in Texas to build a stronger democracy and ensure that everyone’s voice is heard. Jolt knows that our democracy works best when everyone gets a seat at the table. That’s why Jolt builds the leadership capacity of millennial Latinos to mobilize their peers to action. Jolt lifts up the voices of Latino millennials to tell their own stories through creative acts of resistance, like the Migration is Sweet! selfie station, Poderosa mural, and Quinceanera at the Capitol, which collectively reached over 50 million Americans.
Jolt believes that Texas is poised for change, with a growing and disaffected Latino population. Today, 1 in 3 eligible voters in Texas is Latino and projections indicate that by 2030, Latinos will make up the majority of the state’s population. But demographics alone aren’t destiny. Winning change requires building a homegrown movement and a smart, focused, long-term strategy that can deliver equality and power to those who are most excluded and often first impacted.
Jolt was founded in November 2016 by Cristina Tzintzun, a nationally recognized civil rights leader. Cristina was named “Hero of the New South” by Southern Living Magazine, and her work has been featured on NPR, Vogue, The New York Times, MTV, USA Today, Univision, MSNBC’s Up Late with Alec Baldwin, among others. The organization entered a new phase in August 2019, when Antonio Arellano took over as Interim Executive Director. Jolt is a young organization with big dreams about what is possible in Texas. Our vision has made national headlines and has spurred increased investment into our work- which is why we are hiring talented people to join our growing team.
ABOUT THE POSITION Jolt is seeking a full-time Communications Director who will craft and execute the organization’s communications strategy across all platforms, spur content creation and storytelling, and manage Jolt’s brand.
Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
Craft overarching narratives that align and articulate the values, strategy, and structural change sought by Jolt
Lead the creation of strategic communications plans, including message and content development that connect overall communications goals to program areas and campaigns
Develop new communications partnerships to advance organizational mission and program objectives
Manage the organizational identity and brand consistency of images and messages across all platforms
Expand and deepen Jolt’s online presence, paying particular attention to the growth and engagement of the Latino community and greater Texas
Ensure the voices and stories of Jolt are heard and reported on by news media
Manage the Digital Media Content Specialist to advance the goals of the communications department
PERSONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Fluency in Spanish and English, verbal and written
A strong commitment to social, racial, and economic justice and progressive political change
Flexibility to work outside normal business hours that include evenings and weekends, and work extended hours to accomplish the requirements of the position
Minimum 5-years communications experience
2+ years experience in formal supervision of staff
Capability to work against urgent deadlines and manage challenging political messaging situations
Superb writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work in and across diverse communities, particularly race, class, gender, and geography
LOCATION – This position is based in Houston, Austin, or Dallas, TX and reports to the Executive Director. Jolt is reviewing resumes on a rolling basis, but ready to hire the right candidate as soon as possible.
COMPENSATION – Salary commensurate with education and experience. Jolt’s Benefit Package includes full Employer-covered Health Care, Employer Match Retirement Contribution up to 2%, employer-provided Life Insurance Policy, monthly cell phone reimbursement, and 23 paid days off, plus additional benefits.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume; a cover letter explaining your qualifications and interest in this position, with this organization; and at least 3 professional references to:
Jobs@DemocracyPartners.com
with the job title in the subject line. References are not contacted until you have had a successful interview and are notified.
Separately from other attachments, please include any salary requirements or expectations.
Jolt Initiative 501(c)3 and Jolt Action 501(c)4 are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.
Email all materials to: Jobs@DemocracyPartners.com
https://jolttx.org/en/job-announcement-communications-director/
May 21, 2020
Full time
Communications Director Jolt Initiative 501c3 & Jolt Action 501c4
ABOUT JOLT Jolt is a non-profit organization that increases the civic participation of Latinos in Texas to build a stronger democracy and ensure that everyone’s voice is heard. Jolt knows that our democracy works best when everyone gets a seat at the table. That’s why Jolt builds the leadership capacity of millennial Latinos to mobilize their peers to action. Jolt lifts up the voices of Latino millennials to tell their own stories through creative acts of resistance, like the Migration is Sweet! selfie station, Poderosa mural, and Quinceanera at the Capitol, which collectively reached over 50 million Americans.
Jolt believes that Texas is poised for change, with a growing and disaffected Latino population. Today, 1 in 3 eligible voters in Texas is Latino and projections indicate that by 2030, Latinos will make up the majority of the state’s population. But demographics alone aren’t destiny. Winning change requires building a homegrown movement and a smart, focused, long-term strategy that can deliver equality and power to those who are most excluded and often first impacted.
Jolt was founded in November 2016 by Cristina Tzintzun, a nationally recognized civil rights leader. Cristina was named “Hero of the New South” by Southern Living Magazine, and her work has been featured on NPR, Vogue, The New York Times, MTV, USA Today, Univision, MSNBC’s Up Late with Alec Baldwin, among others. The organization entered a new phase in August 2019, when Antonio Arellano took over as Interim Executive Director. Jolt is a young organization with big dreams about what is possible in Texas. Our vision has made national headlines and has spurred increased investment into our work- which is why we are hiring talented people to join our growing team.
ABOUT THE POSITION Jolt is seeking a full-time Communications Director who will craft and execute the organization’s communications strategy across all platforms, spur content creation and storytelling, and manage Jolt’s brand.
Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
Craft overarching narratives that align and articulate the values, strategy, and structural change sought by Jolt
Lead the creation of strategic communications plans, including message and content development that connect overall communications goals to program areas and campaigns
Develop new communications partnerships to advance organizational mission and program objectives
Manage the organizational identity and brand consistency of images and messages across all platforms
Expand and deepen Jolt’s online presence, paying particular attention to the growth and engagement of the Latino community and greater Texas
Ensure the voices and stories of Jolt are heard and reported on by news media
Manage the Digital Media Content Specialist to advance the goals of the communications department
PERSONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Fluency in Spanish and English, verbal and written
A strong commitment to social, racial, and economic justice and progressive political change
Flexibility to work outside normal business hours that include evenings and weekends, and work extended hours to accomplish the requirements of the position
Minimum 5-years communications experience
2+ years experience in formal supervision of staff
Capability to work against urgent deadlines and manage challenging political messaging situations
Superb writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work in and across diverse communities, particularly race, class, gender, and geography
LOCATION – This position is based in Houston, Austin, or Dallas, TX and reports to the Executive Director. Jolt is reviewing resumes on a rolling basis, but ready to hire the right candidate as soon as possible.
COMPENSATION – Salary commensurate with education and experience. Jolt’s Benefit Package includes full Employer-covered Health Care, Employer Match Retirement Contribution up to 2%, employer-provided Life Insurance Policy, monthly cell phone reimbursement, and 23 paid days off, plus additional benefits.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume; a cover letter explaining your qualifications and interest in this position, with this organization; and at least 3 professional references to:
Jobs@DemocracyPartners.com
with the job title in the subject line. References are not contacted until you have had a successful interview and are notified.
Separately from other attachments, please include any salary requirements or expectations.
Jolt Initiative 501(c)3 and Jolt Action 501(c)4 are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.
Email all materials to: Jobs@DemocracyPartners.com
https://jolttx.org/en/job-announcement-communications-director/