ASSISTANT PRESS SECRETARY
Communications dept.
Washington, DC Office - Union of Concerned Scientists
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under direction of the media director and guidance of the press secretaries, provide operational support to the media team and assist in the implementation of strategies to publicize UCS programs, positions, experts and research products.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential job duties/responsibili ties of the position are included in, but not limited to the information listed below.
Answer calls to the UCS media phone line. Respond promptly to requests for information; refer media representatives to colleagues as
necessary.
Maintain clipping files of press information. Manage news clip distribution system and vendor.
Maintain media database and email lists. Manage vendor. Update entries, generate press lists, and send emails. Upload press releases to web.
Assemble tri-annual board reports.
Provide support to press secretaries and media director.
Pitch reporters with suggestions for stories or articles; provide necessary information to ensure accurate coverage.
Help draft and distribute press releases, pitch letters, staff bios, backgrounders, LTEs, op-eds, and other press materials. Implement national and state media campaigns, schedule road shows, and book radio/TV appearances. Organize press conferences. Collaborate with program staff members as necessary. Coordinate travel arrangements, media contacts, and facility logistics; staff events as required. May craft and recommend proactive and reactive media strategies.
Monitor press coverage to suggest appropriate media tactics.
Research media outlets to devise effective pitches.
Become thoroughly knowledgeable about UCS issues, positions, experts and products and keep abreast of any new developments.
Maintain awareness of role as representative of UCS; consider impact of activities and statements on organization reputation and credentials in press, public and private sectors; direct energies whenever possible to promote UCS, advance organization objectives, and enhance funding opportunities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Work requires knowledge of media and/or public relations. Also required are related technical skills, including ability to write clearly; ability to utilize computer information services; word processing and database proficiency.
EXPERIENCE: Position requires 1-2 years previous journalism or media relations experience. Strong writing and copy editing skills necessary. Must have good attention to detail, exceptional follow through, and thrive in a fast paced environment. On the job training of up to six months is required to learn UCS personnel, philosophy, positions and programs.
***HOW TO APPLY: Please submit cover letter referencing where you
learned of this position opening and resume to jobs@ucsusa. org, and
include “Asst Press Sec” in the subject line.
No phone calls, please!
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Sunday, October 18, 2009
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
(EPA) Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (OGWDW)
A postgraduate position is available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (OGWDW) in Washington, DC. The full-time fellowship will be served in the Water Security Division (WSD). The selected candidate will be involved with the development of biological methods, guidance documents and laboratory tools designed to increase the nation's ability to process a surge of drinking water and wastewater samples.
The position will provide exposure to a range of environmental policy issues surrounding laboratory preparedness. Applicants should have received at least a bachelor's degree in a biological (i.e.
microbiology) or physical science within four years of the desired start date.
Salary: Up to $61,989.00 per year (dependent on degree and experience)
Application Instructions: http://orise. orau.gov/ sep/needs/ files/WaterHQ200 9-144.pdf
The position will provide exposure to a range of environmental policy issues surrounding laboratory preparedness. Applicants should have received at least a bachelor's degree in a biological (i.e.
microbiology) or physical science within four years of the desired start date.
Salary: Up to $61,989.00 per year (dependent on degree and experience)
Application Instructions: http://orise. orau.gov/ sep/needs/ files/WaterHQ200 9-144.pdf
The Congressional Research Service,
The Congressional Research Service, the public policy research arm of
the United States Congress, is currently recruiting for the following
positions:
Administrative Support Assistant, GS-07 ($41,210-$$53, 574)
Deadline to apply: 9/10/09
VA# 090200
*entry level*
Research Manager, Congress and Judiciary, GS-15 ($120,830-$153, 200)
Deadline to apply: 9/22/09
Vacancy #090178
*management*
Analyst in Health Care Financing and Insurance, GS-14 ($102,
721-$133,543)
Deadline to apply: 9/29/09
Vacancy # 09021
*mid-level/experien ced*
Analyst in Health Care Financing and Insurance, GS-11
Expected to open: 09/03/09
Deadline to apply: 10/01/09
Vacancy# Pending
*entry level-some experience*
To find out more and to apply online, please visit our employment
website at: www.loc.gov/ crsinfo .
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the United States Congress, is currently recruiting for the following
positions:
Administrative Support Assistant, GS-07 ($41,210-$$53, 574)
Deadline to apply: 9/10/09
VA# 090200
*entry level*
Research Manager, Congress and Judiciary, GS-15 ($120,830-$153, 200)
Deadline to apply: 9/22/09
Vacancy #090178
*management*
Analyst in Health Care Financing and Insurance, GS-14 ($102,
721-$133,543)
Deadline to apply: 9/29/09
Vacancy # 09021
*mid-level/experien ced*
Analyst in Health Care Financing and Insurance, GS-11
Expected to open: 09/03/09
Deadline to apply: 10/01/09
Vacancy# Pending
*entry level-some experience*
To find out more and to apply online, please visit our employment
website at: www.loc.gov/ crsinfo
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Friday, August 14, 2009
CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
Deputy Assistant Director, Government and Finance Division
Senior Level ($147, 234-$162,900)
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as the Deputy Assistant Director of its Government and Finance Division.
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation.
The Government and Finance Division provides expert research that meets ongoing congressional policy-making and oversight needs related to finance (including public finance, financial regulation, and macroeconomic policy) and to government affairs (including functions, effectiveness, and operational relationships across the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; intergovernmental relations; and legislative procedures).
The Deputy Assistant Director:
* Reports directly to the Assistant Director of the Government and Finance Division
* Serves with full delegated authority as the Assistant Director in
his/her absence
* Counsels the Assistant Director on all aspects of the administration
and operations of the Division
* Performs special research, consultative, and administrative assignments as requested by the Director of CRS
* Supports the Assistant Director in performing human resources
management functions relative to the staff of approximately 80 employees in the Government and Finance Division.
Interested applicants must apply online via:
https://wwws. loc.gov/hr/ employment/ slhrform/ index.php? JOBS_ID=1452
Applications must be received by August 31, 2009.
To learn more about CRS and the Government and Finance Division, please visit: www.loc.gov/ crsinfo . As the public policy research arm of the United States Congress, CRS is fully committed to workforce diversity.
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Deputy Assistant Director, Government and Finance Division
Senior Level ($147, 234-$162,900)
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as the Deputy Assistant Director of its Government and Finance Division.
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation.
The Government and Finance Division provides expert research that meets ongoing congressional policy-making and oversight needs related to finance (including public finance, financial regulation, and macroeconomic policy) and to government affairs (including functions, effectiveness, and operational relationships across the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; intergovernmental relations; and legislative procedures).
The Deputy Assistant Director:
* Reports directly to the Assistant Director of the Government and Finance Division
* Serves with full delegated authority as the Assistant Director in
his/her absence
* Counsels the Assistant Director on all aspects of the administration
and operations of the Division
* Performs special research, consultative, and administrative assignments as requested by the Director of CRS
* Supports the Assistant Director in performing human resources
management functions relative to the staff of approximately 80 employees in the Government and Finance Division.
Interested applicants must apply online via:
https://wwws. loc.gov/hr/ employment/ slhrform/ index.php? JOBS_ID=1452
Applications must be received by August 31, 2009.
To learn more about CRS and the Government and Finance Division, please visit: www.loc.gov/ crsinfo
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Friday, July 31, 2009
Director, Strategic Alliances
https://www.smartrecruiters.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/jobmarket.woa/wa/jobMarketHomePage?fp1=49671959
Company Description
Partnering with our clients, DCI provides strategic counsel and designs winning public affairs and communications campaigns around the world. Our creative solutions advance the business priorities of our clients by delivering results in the most challenging environments.
Our team includes public affairs strategists who have held positions at the most senior levels within government, politics, and corporate communications. Each has extensive experience in managing complex issue campaigns. They choose to work at DCI Group because they want a different kind of career experience and the highest quality client relationships. Our team members are motivated by our business approach, where our success is predicated on our clients’ success.
Director, Strategic Alliances
Job Description
DCI Group is currently seeking to fill the position of Director in our Client Services division with a strong focus on strategic alliances and coalition building.
General responsibilities include: managing several issue advocacy campaigns and/or coalitions concurrently and interacting with internal client services teams on a daily basis.
The Director will be required to:
· Manage and administer the activities of assigned accounts or industry segments in accordance with DCI policies and client objectives
· Focus efforts on issue campaign management and outreach to non-profit organizations, advocacy groups, and academics.
· Manage long-term relationships between DCI Group and alliances by demonstrating diplomacy skills and a high level of trust within both organizations.
· Demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit and interest in creating new strategic alliances
· Understand and stay current with best practices in coalition management
Your Qualifications
· Six years public affairs and/or outreach experience (i.e.community outreach on behalf of a member or caucus, corporate community outreach, or non-profit corporate relations). Ideal candidate should possess a demonstrated track record of developing alliances and achieving high-impact business results in a fast paced work environment.
Candidate will focus their efforts on issue campaign management, external outreach to non-profit organizations, expert voices, and academics and grassroots mobilization. Candidate must possess and bring strong relationships in varying public policy areas and communities as well as proven experience with coalition building and grassroots mobilization. Candidate will also interface with clients, participating in the formulation of strategy and working with team members to execute campaign plans. Candidate must possess strong leadership and written and oral communication skills.
The ideal candidate would possess the following skills:
· Complex project management skills
· Understanding of constituency relations and strategic alliances
· Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently
· Strong existing external relationships
· Ability to prepare and present complex materials or issues before a wide variety of audiences
· Great interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of communication styles
· Willingness to travel domestically (10%)
· Spanish fluency is preferred
We look forward to receiving your application!
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
DCI Group
1828 L Street, NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036
United States
Company Description
Partnering with our clients, DCI provides strategic counsel and designs winning public affairs and communications campaigns around the world. Our creative solutions advance the business priorities of our clients by delivering results in the most challenging environments.
Our team includes public affairs strategists who have held positions at the most senior levels within government, politics, and corporate communications. Each has extensive experience in managing complex issue campaigns. They choose to work at DCI Group because they want a different kind of career experience and the highest quality client relationships. Our team members are motivated by our business approach, where our success is predicated on our clients’ success.
Director, Strategic Alliances
Job Description
DCI Group is currently seeking to fill the position of Director in our Client Services division with a strong focus on strategic alliances and coalition building.
General responsibilities include: managing several issue advocacy campaigns and/or coalitions concurrently and interacting with internal client services teams on a daily basis.
The Director will be required to:
· Manage and administer the activities of assigned accounts or industry segments in accordance with DCI policies and client objectives
· Focus efforts on issue campaign management and outreach to non-profit organizations, advocacy groups, and academics.
· Manage long-term relationships between DCI Group and alliances by demonstrating diplomacy skills and a high level of trust within both organizations.
· Demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit and interest in creating new strategic alliances
· Understand and stay current with best practices in coalition management
Your Qualifications
· Six years public affairs and/or outreach experience (i.e.community outreach on behalf of a member or caucus, corporate community outreach, or non-profit corporate relations). Ideal candidate should possess a demonstrated track record of developing alliances and achieving high-impact business results in a fast paced work environment.
Candidate will focus their efforts on issue campaign management, external outreach to non-profit organizations, expert voices, and academics and grassroots mobilization. Candidate must possess and bring strong relationships in varying public policy areas and communities as well as proven experience with coalition building and grassroots mobilization. Candidate will also interface with clients, participating in the formulation of strategy and working with team members to execute campaign plans. Candidate must possess strong leadership and written and oral communication skills.
The ideal candidate would possess the following skills:
· Complex project management skills
· Understanding of constituency relations and strategic alliances
· Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently
· Strong existing external relationships
· Ability to prepare and present complex materials or issues before a wide variety of audiences
· Great interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of communication styles
· Willingness to travel domestically (10%)
· Spanish fluency is preferred
We look forward to receiving your application!
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
DCI Group
1828 L Street, NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036
United States
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
ANALYST IN IMMIGRATION POLICY, GS-13
ANALYST IN IMMIGRATION POLICY, GS-13
Congressional Research Service, Washington DC
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) Domestic Social Policy Division is seeking an Analyst in Immigration Policy to serve the United States Congress by providing public policy analysis on issues related to immigration policy. The analyst will conduct empirical analyses that inform congressional deliberations of immigration policy proposals and legislation, such as statistical analyses of administrative, social demographic, and economic data; and analyses of current law, policy options, and legislative alternatives in the area of immigration policy (e.g. legal admissions, refugees, naturalizations, border security).
CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential,
objective and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that
Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on public
policy issues of interest to its Members and Committees.
Position is being offered at the GS-13 ($86,927.00- $113,007) with
promotion potential to the GS-15 ($120,830-$153, 200). Please apply
online at: www.loc.gov/ crsinfo . If you
are unable to apply online, please call 202.707.5627 to request an
applicant job kit and refer to vacancy #090154 in all correspondence.
Applications must be received by August 18, 2009.
The Congressional Research Service is the public policy research arm of the U.S. Congress and is fully committed to workforce diversity.
Congressional Research Service, Washington DC
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) Domestic Social Policy Division is seeking an Analyst in Immigration Policy to serve the United States Congress by providing public policy analysis on issues related to immigration policy. The analyst will conduct empirical analyses that inform congressional deliberations of immigration policy proposals and legislation, such as statistical analyses of administrative, social demographic, and economic data; and analyses of current law, policy options, and legislative alternatives in the area of immigration policy (e.g. legal admissions, refugees, naturalizations, border security).
CRS is well known for analysis that is authoritative, confidential,
objective and nonpartisan. Its highest priority is to ensure that
Congress has immediate access to the nation's best thinking on public
policy issues of interest to its Members and Committees.
Position is being offered at the GS-13 ($86,927.00- $113,007) with
promotion potential to the GS-15 ($120,830-$153, 200). Please apply
online at: www.loc.gov/ crsinfo
are unable to apply online, please call 202.707.5627 to request an
applicant job kit and refer to vacancy #090154 in all correspondence.
Applications must be received by August 18, 2009.
The Congressional Research Service is the public policy research arm of the U.S. Congress and is fully committed to workforce diversity.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
PT College Prep Writing Instructor Opening
Please encuarage qualified applicants to apply as soon as possible.
Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School a non-profit school for DC adult immigrants is accepting resumes for the following position for the 2009-2010 school year.
Individual needed to teach a writing course for advanced ESL students. Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred) in TESOL, Adult Education, linguistics and/or other related field. 2+ years ESL and Writing teaching experience required.
Hours: 12pm-2pm Tuesday and Thursday. Position starts in August.
Qualified candidates should e-mail cover letters and resumes to smendez@carlosrosar io.org or fax to (202) 232-6442.
Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School a non-profit school for DC adult immigrants is accepting resumes for the following position for the 2009-2010 school year.
Individual needed to teach a writing course for advanced ESL students. Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred) in TESOL, Adult Education, linguistics and/or other related field. 2+ years ESL and Writing teaching experience required.
Hours: 12pm-2pm Tuesday and Thursday. Position starts in August.
Qualified candidates should e-mail cover letters and resumes to smendez@carlosrosar io.org or fax to (202) 232-6442.
Full Time Bilingual Counselor
We currently have the following full time opening at Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School. Please encourage qualified applicants to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you.
Full Time Bilingual Counselor
Non-profit school for DC adult immigrants has opportunity for a FT Bilingual Counselor to coordinate a guidance program which provides a continuous process of assistance to students through the identification of needs in the educational, vocational, personal and social domains. Candidate must have a MSW or MA degree in Counseling or Psychology. Must be able to interact with populations of diverse, cultural, social and economic backgrounds and have two years counseling experience. Fluency in Spanish and English required. Hours: Monday and Tuesday 1:00pm-8:30pm; Wednesday - Friday 8:30am-4pm. Position begins in August.
E-mail resumes to smendez@carlosrosar io.org or fax to: 202-232-6442.
Thank you.
Full Time Bilingual Counselor
Non-profit school for DC adult immigrants has opportunity for a FT Bilingual Counselor to coordinate a guidance program which provides a continuous process of assistance to students through the identification of needs in the educational, vocational, personal and social domains. Candidate must have a MSW or MA degree in Counseling or Psychology. Must be able to interact with populations of diverse, cultural, social and economic backgrounds and have two years counseling experience. Fluency in Spanish and English required. Hours: Monday and Tuesday 1:00pm-8:30pm; Wednesday - Friday 8:30am-4pm. Position begins in August.
E-mail resumes to smendez@carlosrosar io.org or fax to: 202-232-6442.
ESL Fellow
ESL Fellow
Georgetown Law Center
The Center for Global English is expanding its services to foreign lawyers enrolled in master’s degree programs. The person holding the post-doctoral fellowship will teach advanced academic English to foreign lawyers who are working on post-graduate degrees. The teaching contexts include:
1. assist the ESL Specialist in teaching an intensive seminar of 20 students
2. facilitate small group and tutorial work
3. carry out individual tutorial work
The ideal candidate will have a PhD in applied linguistics, English as a second language, cross-cultural communication or a similar area in hand and 3-5 years experience teaching English to international graduate students. The candidate should want to expand his/her teaching repertoire to include ESP in academic English and cross-cultural communication in a legal context. Strong preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching academic English to foreign graduate students and an interest in working with foreign lawyers. This is a full-time position. Salary: $40,000. Send resume and cover letter to Kirsten Schaetzel at kas256@law.georgeto wn.edu
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Georgetown Law Center
The Center for Global English is expanding its services to foreign lawyers enrolled in master’s degree programs. The person holding the post-doctoral fellowship will teach advanced academic English to foreign lawyers who are working on post-graduate degrees. The teaching contexts include:
1. assist the ESL Specialist in teaching an intensive seminar of 20 students
2. facilitate small group and tutorial work
3. carry out individual tutorial work
The ideal candidate will have a PhD in applied linguistics, English as a second language, cross-cultural communication or a similar area in hand and 3-5 years experience teaching English to international graduate students. The candidate should want to expand his/her teaching repertoire to include ESP in academic English and cross-cultural communication in a legal context. Strong preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching academic English to foreign graduate students and an interest in working with foreign lawyers. This is a full-time position. Salary: $40,000. Send resume and cover letter to Kirsten Schaetzel at kas256@law.georgeto wn.edu
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Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Director, Media & Affiliate Relations for Hispanic Communications Network (DC)
Director, Media & Affiliate Relations for Hispanic Communications Network (DC)
Job Title: Director, Media & Affiliate Relations
Location: Washington DC Headquarters
Major Purpose: Responsibility for the media relations department, which includes the responsibility for media relations facets of client campaigns and HCN activities, as well as maintenance and growth of HCN’s media affiliate network.
Principal Job Duties/Responsibilities:
• Create, develop, manage and implement strategy for media relations campaigns for clients and HCN activities
• Create media relations target lists according to campaign objectives
• Create media relations strategy to maximize coverage of campaigns
• Coordinate media relations campaigns components including scheduling of client interviews, pitching stories and generating media reports, RMT’s, SMT’s, interview placements on national and local media.
• Write press information including, media advisories, press releases, pitching scripts and emails to secure placements on behalf of clients and the company.
• Supervise media relations department and staff, which is accountable for the following:
• Contact current affiliate network to maintain relationships with HCN and ensure programming is placed on regular basis and affiliates are reporting through affidavits and proof-of-performance
• Regular follow-up with current affiliates as required to maintain programming on the air
• Maintenance of company database to ensure quality and accuracy of data
• Prepare regular newsletter updates to affiliate network and create special communications and promotional opportunities that are designed to maintain our affiliate network
• Secure new affiliates by calling on stations and pitching our programming packages
• Ensure quality assurance in programming sent to affiliates by working with the Head of Programming department
• Advise Programming department on creative and production techniques that connect with media programmers and Hispanic market
• Generate information packets, presentations and other communications necessary to grow the affiliate network and syndication activities
• Obtain and archive affidavits and tear sheets.
• Generate reports as-needed pertaining to the affiliate network
• Present at new client development meetings
• Create and manage departmental budget
• Supervise and manage departmental staff
Principal Decisions:
• Management of current affiliate network
• Growth of network
• Creative and programming authority
• Determines the most appropriate medium to achieve new affiliates.
• Develops plans and defines targets to pitch campaigns.
Experience:
• Strong portfolio and proven experience of writing, managing and implementing successful media relations campaigns for past clients.
• Native Spanish-language fluency is a must paired with a deep knowledge of the U.S. Hispanic market consumer habits and preferences.
• Bilingual ability to translate Spanish-language work into English for clients as-needed.
• Minimum five (5) years experience in Hispanic media industry in the U.S.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in Hispanic advertising or PR firm
Key Contacts:
• Hispanic media including, program directors, editors, station owners, publishers, news directors
• Subcontractors
• HCN account management group
• HCN clients
Qualifications/Technical Skills:
• MS Office proficient including ability to create presentations
• Financial management skills for building and managing departmental budget, proposal budgets, and financial analyses
Compensation:
• Base salary + performance bonus
• Full company paid medical and dental benefits
• Company life insurance plan
• Vacation, sick and personal days
• Paid holidays
Applicants, please send your resume to careers@hcnmedia.com
Job Title: Director, Media & Affiliate Relations
Location: Washington DC Headquarters
Major Purpose: Responsibility for the media relations department, which includes the responsibility for media relations facets of client campaigns and HCN activities, as well as maintenance and growth of HCN’s media affiliate network.
Principal Job Duties/Responsibilities:
• Create, develop, manage and implement strategy for media relations campaigns for clients and HCN activities
• Create media relations target lists according to campaign objectives
• Create media relations strategy to maximize coverage of campaigns
• Coordinate media relations campaigns components including scheduling of client interviews, pitching stories and generating media reports, RMT’s, SMT’s, interview placements on national and local media.
• Write press information including, media advisories, press releases, pitching scripts and emails to secure placements on behalf of clients and the company.
• Supervise media relations department and staff, which is accountable for the following:
• Contact current affiliate network to maintain relationships with HCN and ensure programming is placed on regular basis and affiliates are reporting through affidavits and proof-of-performance
• Regular follow-up with current affiliates as required to maintain programming on the air
• Maintenance of company database to ensure quality and accuracy of data
• Prepare regular newsletter updates to affiliate network and create special communications and promotional opportunities that are designed to maintain our affiliate network
• Secure new affiliates by calling on stations and pitching our programming packages
• Ensure quality assurance in programming sent to affiliates by working with the Head of Programming department
• Advise Programming department on creative and production techniques that connect with media programmers and Hispanic market
• Generate information packets, presentations and other communications necessary to grow the affiliate network and syndication activities
• Obtain and archive affidavits and tear sheets.
• Generate reports as-needed pertaining to the affiliate network
• Present at new client development meetings
• Create and manage departmental budget
• Supervise and manage departmental staff
Principal Decisions:
• Management of current affiliate network
• Growth of network
• Creative and programming authority
• Determines the most appropriate medium to achieve new affiliates.
• Develops plans and defines targets to pitch campaigns.
Experience:
• Strong portfolio and proven experience of writing, managing and implementing successful media relations campaigns for past clients.
• Native Spanish-language fluency is a must paired with a deep knowledge of the U.S. Hispanic market consumer habits and preferences.
• Bilingual ability to translate Spanish-language work into English for clients as-needed.
• Minimum five (5) years experience in Hispanic media industry in the U.S.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in Hispanic advertising or PR firm
Key Contacts:
• Hispanic media including, program directors, editors, station owners, publishers, news directors
• Subcontractors
• HCN account management group
• HCN clients
Qualifications/Technical Skills:
• MS Office proficient including ability to create presentations
• Financial management skills for building and managing departmental budget, proposal budgets, and financial analyses
Compensation:
• Base salary + performance bonus
• Full company paid medical and dental benefits
• Company life insurance plan
• Vacation, sick and personal days
• Paid holidays
Applicants, please send your resume to careers@hcnmedia.com
Director, Production & Creative Services for Hispanic Communications Network (DC)
Director, Production & Creative Services for Hispanic Communications Network (DC)
Job Title: Director, Production & Creative Services
Location: Washington, D.C.
Major Purpose: This position has the overall responsibility for the creative development, production and distribution of all production, programming, campaigns and work of HCN and its social and cause marketing clients, as well as educational media programming.
Principal Job Duties/Responsibilities:
• Develop and manage the creative ideas, concepts, writing and production for campaigns across all media platforms for HCN clients to achieve client goal and industry-standard excellence.
• Manage the HCN programming and regular productions, such as radio shows and newspaper columns to achieve increased distribution and ratings/impressions.
• Write copy, design storyboards, direct, produce and provide detailed support in the event that the creative and production staff do not meet the required standards of production. This is a “hands-on” position where proven writing and development experience is a must.
• Inspire and guide a team of designers and writers to creative excellence as both a player and a mentor
• Utilize knowledge offered from Clients and Account Management team, to prepare comprehensive creative strategies, by assessing client mandatory’s, audience segmentation, desired outcomes and competition.
• Write and/or edit business development presentations for company and/or clients to best articulate the ideas and execution in a sophisticated and marketing savvy manner that is in sync with the target brand.
• Responsible for the daily production of all radio programming, newspaper columns and future media programming
• Supervise team of writers, producers and sound engineers
• Supervise the management of our production facilities throughout the U.S. and abroad.
• Develop and select new programming ideas and supervise complete launches
• Deliver all programming to our Media Relations and Affiliates Group on a timely basis and within the quality standards required to continue operations and growth.
• Responsible for the weekly development and editorial process related to our newspaper column using a staff of journalists.
• Oversee the complete production of each campaign, including selection and assignment of production team, scripting, casting, production, and post-production. This goes across every media platform including – television, film, radio, print, online, mobile marketing, outdoor and experiential marketing.
• Work with the other departments in the enhancement of existing procedures and the development of new procedures to achieve greater efficiencies for production efforts
• Responsible for quality assurance and operational aspects of production operations
• Develop and manage departmental budget
• Build on knowledge of competitor production and program strategy to create and distribute competitive programming and campaigns to meet the needs and expectations of our target market, clients, and affiliate network.
• Meet with and present to potential and current clients and funders
• Hires and assesses staff and talent
Personal Requirements/Competencies
• Creative ability to build Spanish language educational media campaigns paired with grass roots approach
• Native Spanish-language fluency is a must paired with a deep knowledge of the U.S. Hispanic market consumer habits and preferences.
• Bilingual ability to translate Spanish-language work into English for clients as-needed.
• Ability to identify, cultivate and manage strategic relationships that result in achieving company goals
• Ability to quickly identify and develop business opportunities
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills
Experience:
• Minimum 5+ years experience in the U.S. Hispanic media industry.
• Must have 10+ years of experience managing a team of writers, designers, producers, talent and outside vendors in a creative team environment.
• Must have deep portfolio with strong Spanish-language writing skills.
• Experienced in managing workflow and processes from concept to completion.
• Proven management skill s and experience with an established record of success within the Hispanic media industry.
• Must have positive attitude, team spirit and the ability to lead a creative team.
• Working knowledge of Hispanic media, programming and advertising (TV, Print, Radio, Online), printing techniques, web production, and must be well versed in Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design, Acrobat, FTP software and comfortable with Mac and Windows.
• Successful in a fast paced environment, where one is expected to multitask.
Qualifications/Technical Skills:
• MS Office proficient including ability to create presentations
• Financial management skills for building and managing departmental budget, proposal budgets, and financial analyses
Compensation
• Base salary + performance bonus
• Full company paid medical and dental benefits
• Company life insurance plan
• Vacation, sick and personal days
• Paid holidays
Applicants, please send your resume to careers@hcnmedia.com
Job Title: Director, Production & Creative Services
Location: Washington, D.C.
Major Purpose: This position has the overall responsibility for the creative development, production and distribution of all production, programming, campaigns and work of HCN and its social and cause marketing clients, as well as educational media programming.
Principal Job Duties/Responsibilities:
• Develop and manage the creative ideas, concepts, writing and production for campaigns across all media platforms for HCN clients to achieve client goal and industry-standard excellence.
• Manage the HCN programming and regular productions, such as radio shows and newspaper columns to achieve increased distribution and ratings/impressions.
• Write copy, design storyboards, direct, produce and provide detailed support in the event that the creative and production staff do not meet the required standards of production. This is a “hands-on” position where proven writing and development experience is a must.
• Inspire and guide a team of designers and writers to creative excellence as both a player and a mentor
• Utilize knowledge offered from Clients and Account Management team, to prepare comprehensive creative strategies, by assessing client mandatory’s, audience segmentation, desired outcomes and competition.
• Write and/or edit business development presentations for company and/or clients to best articulate the ideas and execution in a sophisticated and marketing savvy manner that is in sync with the target brand.
• Responsible for the daily production of all radio programming, newspaper columns and future media programming
• Supervise team of writers, producers and sound engineers
• Supervise the management of our production facilities throughout the U.S. and abroad.
• Develop and select new programming ideas and supervise complete launches
• Deliver all programming to our Media Relations and Affiliates Group on a timely basis and within the quality standards required to continue operations and growth.
• Responsible for the weekly development and editorial process related to our newspaper column using a staff of journalists.
• Oversee the complete production of each campaign, including selection and assignment of production team, scripting, casting, production, and post-production. This goes across every media platform including – television, film, radio, print, online, mobile marketing, outdoor and experiential marketing.
• Work with the other departments in the enhancement of existing procedures and the development of new procedures to achieve greater efficiencies for production efforts
• Responsible for quality assurance and operational aspects of production operations
• Develop and manage departmental budget
• Build on knowledge of competitor production and program strategy to create and distribute competitive programming and campaigns to meet the needs and expectations of our target market, clients, and affiliate network.
• Meet with and present to potential and current clients and funders
• Hires and assesses staff and talent
Personal Requirements/Competencies
• Creative ability to build Spanish language educational media campaigns paired with grass roots approach
• Native Spanish-language fluency is a must paired with a deep knowledge of the U.S. Hispanic market consumer habits and preferences.
• Bilingual ability to translate Spanish-language work into English for clients as-needed.
• Ability to identify, cultivate and manage strategic relationships that result in achieving company goals
• Ability to quickly identify and develop business opportunities
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills
Experience:
• Minimum 5+ years experience in the U.S. Hispanic media industry.
• Must have 10+ years of experience managing a team of writers, designers, producers, talent and outside vendors in a creative team environment.
• Must have deep portfolio with strong Spanish-language writing skills.
• Experienced in managing workflow and processes from concept to completion.
• Proven management skill s and experience with an established record of success within the Hispanic media industry.
• Must have positive attitude, team spirit and the ability to lead a creative team.
• Working knowledge of Hispanic media, programming and advertising (TV, Print, Radio, Online), printing techniques, web production, and must be well versed in Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design, Acrobat, FTP software and comfortable with Mac and Windows.
• Successful in a fast paced environment, where one is expected to multitask.
Qualifications/Technical Skills:
• MS Office proficient including ability to create presentations
• Financial management skills for building and managing departmental budget, proposal budgets, and financial analyses
Compensation
• Base salary + performance bonus
• Full company paid medical and dental benefits
• Company life insurance plan
• Vacation, sick and personal days
• Paid holidays
Applicants, please send your resume to careers@hcnmedia.com
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
The Center for Economic and Policy Research
Organization Description:
The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) was established in
1999 to promote democratic debate on the most important economic and
social issues that affect people's lives. In order for citizens to
effectively exercise their voices in a democracy, it is necessary that
they be informed about the problems and choices that they face. An
informed public should then be able to choose policies that lead to an
improving quality of life, both for people within the United States,
and around the world.
Toward this end, CEPR conducts both professional research and public
education so that the public is better prepared to choose among the
various policy options. The professional research is oriented towards
filling important gaps in the understanding of particular economic and
social problems, or the impact of specific policies, both domestically
and globally. The public education portion of CEPR's mission is to
present the findings of professional research, both by CEPR and
others, in a manner that allows broad segments of the public to know
exactly what is at stake in major policy debates. As part of its
public education initiative, CEPR utilizes research findings and
analysis to challenge the myths, assumptions, policies and
institutions that perpetuate economic and social inequality.
CEPR's founding scholars include Dean Baker and Mark Weisbrot,
co-directors of CEPR, and Robert Pollin, Professor of Economics,
University of Massachusetts.
Research Assistant (International Issues)
Job Description:
CEPR has an immediate opening for a full-time Research Assistant
(International) . The focus of this work will be international economic
policy issues. Responsibilities include collection and analysis of
data from Spanish and English print and electronic sources,
preparation of charts and graphs, research of English and Spanish
literature and summarization of relevant background material. This
position will include original research of Latin American financial
sources, and writing in and translating of CEPR’s findings into
Spanish for a Latin American audience.
Qualifications:
Successful candidates will possess a B.A. or B.S. in economics or
related field, with working knowledge of statistics, international and
labor economics, and the politics and economics of Latin America;
several months of experience as a research assistant or performing
similar work; knowledge of Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and
graphics software; and oral and written fluency in English and Latin
American Spanish.
Salary & Benefits:
CEPR offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
This position will be represented by the International Federation of
Professional and Technical Engineers, Local #70, AFL-CIO.
To Apply:
Send resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to jobscepr2009 [at]
cepr [dot] net. Please include “Research Assistant Search” in the
subject line. Applications may also be mailed to Research Assistant
Search Committee, CEPR, 1611 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 400,
Washington, DC 20009. NO TELEPHONE CALLS OR FAXES PLEASE. Successful
candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview. Due to the
volume of applicants, you may not receive a response.
International Outreach Associate
Organization Description:
The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) was established in
1999 to promote democratic debate on the most important economic and
social issues that affect people's lives. It is an independent
nonpartisan think tank based in Washington, DC. CEPR functions as an
economic “truth squad” and a media watchdog, conducting professional
research and getting it out to the media, policy-makers, and
advocates. CEPR is a key player in the debates on a wide range of
issues, including trade policy, the IMF and World Bank, economic
development in Latin America, and U.S.-Latin American relations, as
welll as domestic issues, including Social Security, health care,
unionization, the housing bubble, and the financial crisis.
Job Description:
The Outreach Associate plays an essential role in CEPR’s operations.
S/he works as a team with economists, policy, and communications staff
to formulate and implement strategies to share CEPR’s research with
key audiences. The Outreach Associate acts as a conduit to translate
CEPR’s research into action by connecting with advocacy groups,
policymakers and their staff, and other actors in the international
policy community. This position requires a high level of autonomy,
initiative, strategic thinking, and an ability to communicate
effectively with a range of players in the policy world.
Responsibilities:
* Identifies and cultivates relationships among key research,
advocacy, and Congressional contacts.
* Ensures the visibility of CEPR policy and research perspectives
with key audiences.
* Plans, coordinates, and organizes CEPR participation in Hill
briefings, debates, and other events.
* Represents CEPR and participates in conferences, coalition
meetings and public events.
* Monitors and tracks policy developments and current
international issues relevant to CEPR’s program work.
* Responds to outside inquiries for technical assistance.
* May assist in international policy research.
Qualifications:
* Knowledge of international economic policy and Latin American
foreign policy issues
* 5-7 years of work experience in policy, communications,
organizing, government or Congress.
* 2 years experience in event planning.
* Excellent written and oral communications skills; well
organized; strong computer skills
* Self-directed and a demonstrated team player; ability to handle
multiple projects in fast-paced environment; ability to work with a
wide range of people
* Bachelor’s degree and fluency in Spanish are required
* Commitment to social and economic justice and CEPR’s mission
Salary & Benefits:
CEPR offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
This position will be represented by the International Federation of
Professional and Technical Engineers, Local #70, AFL-CIO.
Closing Date: as soon as filled. Position posted on April 24, 2009.
To Apply:
Send resume, cover letter, and two references to jobscepr2009 [at]
cepr [dot] net. Please include “Outreach Associate Search” in the
subject line. Applications may also be mailed to Outreach Associate
Search Committee, CEPR, 1611 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 400,
Washington, DC 20009. NO TELEPHONE CALLS OR FAXES PLEASE. Successful
candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview. Due to the
volume of applicants, you may not receive a response.
CEPR Internships
Interested in interning with CEPR? Our full-time, paid internships are
usually available every Spring, Summer and Fall semester. Generally,
we start accepting internship applications four to eight weeks before
the start of each semester. All internships are posted on this webpage
once they become available. We are no longer accepting intern
applications for Summer 2009.
Many of CEPR's interns have gone on to find great jobs at Washington,
DC think tanks and research institutes, including: Center for American
Progress, Center for Law and Social Policy, Mathematica Policy
Research, and Public Citizen.
--
The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) was established in
1999 to promote democratic debate on the most important economic and
social issues that affect people's lives. In order for citizens to
effectively exercise their voices in a democracy, it is necessary that
they be informed about the problems and choices that they face. An
informed public should then be able to choose policies that lead to an
improving quality of life, both for people within the United States,
and around the world.
Toward this end, CEPR conducts both professional research and public
education so that the public is better prepared to choose among the
various policy options. The professional research is oriented towards
filling important gaps in the understanding of particular economic and
social problems, or the impact of specific policies, both domestically
and globally. The public education portion of CEPR's mission is to
present the findings of professional research, both by CEPR and
others, in a manner that allows broad segments of the public to know
exactly what is at stake in major policy debates. As part of its
public education initiative, CEPR utilizes research findings and
analysis to challenge the myths, assumptions, policies and
institutions that perpetuate economic and social inequality.
CEPR's founding scholars include Dean Baker and Mark Weisbrot,
co-directors of CEPR, and Robert Pollin, Professor of Economics,
University of Massachusetts.
Research Assistant (International Issues)
Job Description:
CEPR has an immediate opening for a full-time Research Assistant
(International) . The focus of this work will be international economic
policy issues. Responsibilities include collection and analysis of
data from Spanish and English print and electronic sources,
preparation of charts and graphs, research of English and Spanish
literature and summarization of relevant background material. This
position will include original research of Latin American financial
sources, and writing in and translating of CEPR’s findings into
Spanish for a Latin American audience.
Qualifications:
Successful candidates will possess a B.A. or B.S. in economics or
related field, with working knowledge of statistics, international and
labor economics, and the politics and economics of Latin America;
several months of experience as a research assistant or performing
similar work; knowledge of Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and
graphics software; and oral and written fluency in English and Latin
American Spanish.
Salary & Benefits:
CEPR offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
This position will be represented by the International Federation of
Professional and Technical Engineers, Local #70, AFL-CIO.
To Apply:
Send resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to jobscepr2009 [at]
cepr [dot] net. Please include “Research Assistant Search” in the
subject line. Applications may also be mailed to Research Assistant
Search Committee, CEPR, 1611 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 400,
Washington, DC 20009. NO TELEPHONE CALLS OR FAXES PLEASE. Successful
candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview. Due to the
volume of applicants, you may not receive a response.
International Outreach Associate
Organization Description:
The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) was established in
1999 to promote democratic debate on the most important economic and
social issues that affect people's lives. It is an independent
nonpartisan think tank based in Washington, DC. CEPR functions as an
economic “truth squad” and a media watchdog, conducting professional
research and getting it out to the media, policy-makers, and
advocates. CEPR is a key player in the debates on a wide range of
issues, including trade policy, the IMF and World Bank, economic
development in Latin America, and U.S.-Latin American relations, as
welll as domestic issues, including Social Security, health care,
unionization, the housing bubble, and the financial crisis.
Job Description:
The Outreach Associate plays an essential role in CEPR’s operations.
S/he works as a team with economists, policy, and communications staff
to formulate and implement strategies to share CEPR’s research with
key audiences. The Outreach Associate acts as a conduit to translate
CEPR’s research into action by connecting with advocacy groups,
policymakers and their staff, and other actors in the international
policy community. This position requires a high level of autonomy,
initiative, strategic thinking, and an ability to communicate
effectively with a range of players in the policy world.
Responsibilities:
* Identifies and cultivates relationships among key research,
advocacy, and Congressional contacts.
* Ensures the visibility of CEPR policy and research perspectives
with key audiences.
* Plans, coordinates, and organizes CEPR participation in Hill
briefings, debates, and other events.
* Represents CEPR and participates in conferences, coalition
meetings and public events.
* Monitors and tracks policy developments and current
international issues relevant to CEPR’s program work.
* Responds to outside inquiries for technical assistance.
* May assist in international policy research.
Qualifications:
* Knowledge of international economic policy and Latin American
foreign policy issues
* 5-7 years of work experience in policy, communications,
organizing, government or Congress.
* 2 years experience in event planning.
* Excellent written and oral communications skills; well
organized; strong computer skills
* Self-directed and a demonstrated team player; ability to handle
multiple projects in fast-paced environment; ability to work with a
wide range of people
* Bachelor’s degree and fluency in Spanish are required
* Commitment to social and economic justice and CEPR’s mission
Salary & Benefits:
CEPR offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
This position will be represented by the International Federation of
Professional and Technical Engineers, Local #70, AFL-CIO.
Closing Date: as soon as filled. Position posted on April 24, 2009.
To Apply:
Send resume, cover letter, and two references to jobscepr2009 [at]
cepr [dot] net. Please include “Outreach Associate Search” in the
subject line. Applications may also be mailed to Outreach Associate
Search Committee, CEPR, 1611 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 400,
Washington, DC 20009. NO TELEPHONE CALLS OR FAXES PLEASE. Successful
candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview. Due to the
volume of applicants, you may not receive a response.
CEPR Internships
Interested in interning with CEPR? Our full-time, paid internships are
usually available every Spring, Summer and Fall semester. Generally,
we start accepting internship applications four to eight weeks before
the start of each semester. All internships are posted on this webpage
once they become available. We are no longer accepting intern
applications for Summer 2009.
Many of CEPR's interns have gone on to find great jobs at Washington,
DC think tanks and research institutes, including: Center for American
Progress, Center for Law and Social Policy, Mathematica Policy
Research, and Public Citizen.
--
Monday, July 6, 2009
Program Director - San Francisco, CA or Washington DC
Program Director
Position Title: Program Director
Location: San Francisco, CA or Washington, DC
Join our dynamic organization that has led the way to ground breaking victories for indigenous peoples’ rights and the environment (amazonwatch.org). Founded in 1996, Amazon Watch is a nonprofit organization that protects the rainforest and advances the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon Basin.
The Program Director is responsible for managing and directing our program staff to deliver results in our advocacy campaigns for human rights, corporate accountability and the preservation of the Amazon's ecological systems. The Program Director is also responsible for helping our program teams deliver effective support to indigenous and local communities in the regions of the Amazon where we work.
This position reports to the Executive Director and is part of the senior management team at Amazon Watch. The ideal candidate will hold a master’s degree with minimum 8-10 years experience and expertise in overseeing and implementing international advocacy campaigns for a non-profit or other related organization. This position requires strong leadership and decision-making skills, great management and supervisory abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese. She / he would have demonstrated ability to lead productive and vibrant teams. The successful candidate will also possess strong cross-cultural awareness, and the ability to build strategic alliances that move the work forward. This position demands a dynamic individual able to travel frequently and manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Qualified candidates will also possess an in-depth knowledge of indigenous rights, biodiversity, climate change, corporate accountability, and international development issues in Latin America.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supervise Amazon Watch’s program staff;
• Work with the program staff to develop short and long-range work plans with clear objectives and timetables for achieving results;
• Lead the development of policy positions on key issues;
• Provide support to campaign teams including writing press releases, op-eds, alerts, and articles, traveling to the region, conducting investigation and analysis, and representing Amazon Watch in the media and at public events as needed;
• Create collaborative partnerships with other organizations on current and future campaigns;
• Provide strategic guidance to the campaign team to deliver results;
• Stay informed on the latest threats and new developments affecting the Amazon region, our partners, or our campaigns;
• Work with the development team to cultivate and maintain donors, assist in the preparation of budgets and progress reports; and
• Participate in Amazon Watch’s organizational planning process
Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus health, dental, chiropractic, and matching retirement plan option
Amazon Watch values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, political belief, age, gender, sexual orientation or class. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Please send resume, three references, a writing sample, and cover letter about why you would like to join our team and why you are the best candidate for the job to:
Paul Paz y Miño, Managing Director
Amazon Watch
221 Pine St. 4th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94104
Or by email to: applications@amazonwatch.org. If you submit your application via email, please name and save your attachments with your first and last name in the title, such as:
“Ana_Martinez_Cover_Letter.doc” and “Ana_Martinez_Resume.doc.” Thank you.
Position Title: Program Director
Location: San Francisco, CA or Washington, DC
Join our dynamic organization that has led the way to ground breaking victories for indigenous peoples’ rights and the environment (amazonwatch.org). Founded in 1996, Amazon Watch is a nonprofit organization that protects the rainforest and advances the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon Basin.
The Program Director is responsible for managing and directing our program staff to deliver results in our advocacy campaigns for human rights, corporate accountability and the preservation of the Amazon's ecological systems. The Program Director is also responsible for helping our program teams deliver effective support to indigenous and local communities in the regions of the Amazon where we work.
This position reports to the Executive Director and is part of the senior management team at Amazon Watch. The ideal candidate will hold a master’s degree with minimum 8-10 years experience and expertise in overseeing and implementing international advocacy campaigns for a non-profit or other related organization. This position requires strong leadership and decision-making skills, great management and supervisory abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese. She / he would have demonstrated ability to lead productive and vibrant teams. The successful candidate will also possess strong cross-cultural awareness, and the ability to build strategic alliances that move the work forward. This position demands a dynamic individual able to travel frequently and manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Qualified candidates will also possess an in-depth knowledge of indigenous rights, biodiversity, climate change, corporate accountability, and international development issues in Latin America.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supervise Amazon Watch’s program staff;
• Work with the program staff to develop short and long-range work plans with clear objectives and timetables for achieving results;
• Lead the development of policy positions on key issues;
• Provide support to campaign teams including writing press releases, op-eds, alerts, and articles, traveling to the region, conducting investigation and analysis, and representing Amazon Watch in the media and at public events as needed;
• Create collaborative partnerships with other organizations on current and future campaigns;
• Provide strategic guidance to the campaign team to deliver results;
• Stay informed on the latest threats and new developments affecting the Amazon region, our partners, or our campaigns;
• Work with the development team to cultivate and maintain donors, assist in the preparation of budgets and progress reports; and
• Participate in Amazon Watch’s organizational planning process
Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus health, dental, chiropractic, and matching retirement plan option
Amazon Watch values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, political belief, age, gender, sexual orientation or class. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Please send resume, three references, a writing sample, and cover letter about why you would like to join our team and why you are the best candidate for the job to:
Paul Paz y Miño, Managing Director
Amazon Watch
221 Pine St. 4th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94104
Or by email to: applications@amazonwatch.org. If you submit your application via email, please name and save your attachments with your first and last name in the title, such as:
“Ana_Martinez_Cover_Letter.doc” and “Ana_Martinez_Resume.doc.” Thank you.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
ANALYST IN NATURAL RESOURCES POLICY, GS-13
ANALYST IN NATURAL RESOURCES POLICY, GS-13
Congressional Research Service, Washington, DC
The Resources, Science, and Industry Division (RSI) of the Congressional
Research Service (CRS) is seeking an Analyst in Natural Resources
Policy. The analyst will apply scientific and economic understanding to
the research and analysis of public policy issues related to natural
resources programs, policies, and practices, with an emphasis on the
National Park Service, including issues of visitor use, maintenance,
scientific research, and ecosystem protection. The analyst will also
treat the interrelationships of these issues with associated key natural
resource, federal land management, and science issues, including, for
example, water resources, fish and wildlife, endangered species,
forestry, climate change, ecosystem health, and sustained use.
The analyst will provide objective, expert public policy analysis and
consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff. This
entails preparing objective, non-partisan, and innovative analytical
studies on public policy issues of national or international
significance; providing personal assistance as an expert on public
policy issues throughout the legislative process, including analyzing,
appraising, and evaluating legislative proposals; and participating in
or leading multidisciplinary team research projects and seminars. The
analyst is also expected to develop over time increasingly sophisticated
skills necessary to provide public policy and legislative analysis at
the highest levels.
Position is being offered at the GS-13 level ($86,927-$113, 007). Please
apply online at: www.loc.gov/ crsinfo or
call 202.707.5627 to request an applicant job kit. Refer to vacancy#
090140. Applications must be received by July 16, 2009.
CRS is the public policy research arm of the United States Congress and
is fully committed to workforce diversity.
Congressional Research Service, Washington, DC
The Resources, Science, and Industry Division (RSI) of the Congressional
Research Service (CRS) is seeking an Analyst in Natural Resources
Policy. The analyst will apply scientific and economic understanding to
the research and analysis of public policy issues related to natural
resources programs, policies, and practices, with an emphasis on the
National Park Service, including issues of visitor use, maintenance,
scientific research, and ecosystem protection. The analyst will also
treat the interrelationships of these issues with associated key natural
resource, federal land management, and science issues, including, for
example, water resources, fish and wildlife, endangered species,
forestry, climate change, ecosystem health, and sustained use.
The analyst will provide objective, expert public policy analysis and
consultation to congressional committees, Members, and staff. This
entails preparing objective, non-partisan, and innovative analytical
studies on public policy issues of national or international
significance; providing personal assistance as an expert on public
policy issues throughout the legislative process, including analyzing,
appraising, and evaluating legislative proposals; and participating in
or leading multidisciplinary team research projects and seminars. The
analyst is also expected to develop over time increasingly sophisticated
skills necessary to provide public policy and legislative analysis at
the highest levels.
Position is being offered at the GS-13 level ($86,927-$113, 007). Please
apply online at: www.loc.gov/ crsinfo
call 202.707.5627 to request an applicant job kit. Refer to vacancy#
090140. Applications must be received by July 16, 2009.
CRS is the public policy research arm of the United States Congress and
is fully committed to workforce diversity.
Specialist on Tax Expenditures
The Domestic Social Policy (DSP) Division of the Congressional Research Service is seeking a Specialist on Tax Expenditures to serve the United States Congress. The specialist will work primarily on issues related to the use of tax expenditures to advance social policy goals, in lieu of, or in conjunction with, direct spending approaches to achieve social objectives.
Working closely with other DSP analysts, the Specialist on Tax Expenditures will address issues in education, health, income security, pensions, family policy, and related issues that are of interest to Congress. Examples include the use of tax credits to encourage the purchasing of health insurance in the non-group market, subsidies for child care, the Earned Income Tax Credit, the Work Opportunity Tax Credit, and tax incentives for saving for retirement, education, home ownership or charitable contributions.
The successful candidate for this position will have a thorough understanding of the tax code as an instrument to achieve such public
policy objectives.
Position is being offered at the GS-15 level ($120,830-$153, 200).
Please apply online at: www.loc.gov/ crsinfo
or call 202.707.5627 to request an applicant job kit. Refer to
vacancy#090136. Applications must be received by August 3, 2009.
CRS is the public policy research arm of the United States Congress and is fully committed to workforce diversity.
Working closely with other DSP analysts, the Specialist on Tax Expenditures will address issues in education, health, income security, pensions, family policy, and related issues that are of interest to Congress. Examples include the use of tax credits to encourage the purchasing of health insurance in the non-group market, subsidies for child care, the Earned Income Tax Credit, the Work Opportunity Tax Credit, and tax incentives for saving for retirement, education, home ownership or charitable contributions.
The successful candidate for this position will have a thorough understanding of the tax code as an instrument to achieve such public
policy objectives.
Position is being offered at the GS-15 level ($120,830-$153, 200).
Please apply online at: www.loc.gov/ crsinfo
or call 202.707.5627 to request an applicant job kit. Refer to
vacancy#090136. Applications must be received by August 3, 2009.
CRS is the public policy research arm of the United States Congress and is fully committed to workforce diversity.
Monday, June 29, 2009
WASHINGTON DC STAFF ASSISTANT/LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT—
WASHINGTON, DC STAFF ASSISTANT/LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT—Congresswoman Susan Davis seeks organized, friendly, detail-oriented person with strong interpersonal and writing skills for entry-level position. Strong San Diego ties a must. Duties include administrative tasks such as answering phones, greeting visitors, opening/sorting the mail, supervising interns, drafting constituent correspondence and assisting with other projects. Minimum one-year commitment required. Compensation is $31,000 with excellent benefits.
Please e-mail resume and writing sample to employment.davis@mail.house.gov. Application deadline is Tuesday, July 7. Start date is early August. NO CALLS OR DROP-BYS PLEASE.
Please e-mail resume and writing sample to employment.davis@mail.house.gov. Application deadline is Tuesday, July 7. Start date is early August. NO CALLS OR DROP-BYS PLEASE.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Sr. Media Relations Manager
Req# 565582- Sr. Media Relations Manager
Intel's Global Communications Group's Reputation & Policy team has a charter of creating a climate of opinion favorable to Intel and lifting our corporate reputation and profile with opinion leaders and policy elites.
We are currently seeking highly qualified candidates for a Senior Media Relations Manager opportunity to be located in our Washington DC office. They will be responsible for executing the media strategy of this corporate reputation and thought-leadership plan for the Washington DC media target audience. With this position you will have the opportunity to interact with the Washington DC media environment as well have high visibility with Intel's senior leadership.
Responsibilities include:
* Gain thorough understanding of Washington DC media environment and forge relationships with senior editors and reporters. Influence positive features and coverage for Intel.
* Employ social media strategies to encourage a regular dialogue on important policy issues between Intel, media influencers and policy elites.
* Build relationships with critical internal policy partners and Intel executives and maximize positive exposure of our executive spokespersons with key DC media.
* Work successfully with cross-site team of Intel Global Communications managers, agency and media partners and Intel DC policy office.
ONLY CANDIDATES WITH THE STATED "MUST HAVE SKILLS" OUTLINE BELOW WILL BE SERIOUSLY CONSIDERED
MUST HAVE SKILLS:
* MS (preferred)/ BS in Public or Media Relations, Communications or Journalism.
* 7+ years of Public/Media Relations experience and someone who has built and established relationship with Sr Editor, Sr Writers/Reporters with the reputable and major media outlet players in the Washington DC area.
NICE TO HAVE SKILLS:
• Experience with policy or issue related PR/Media
HOW TO APPLY:
Please complete the following steps below
1) Go to www.intel.com/ jobs
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4) Search for and apply directly online to Req# 565582- Sr. Media Relations Manager
Intel's Global Communications Group's Reputation & Policy team has a charter of creating a climate of opinion favorable to Intel and lifting our corporate reputation and profile with opinion leaders and policy elites.
We are currently seeking highly qualified candidates for a Senior Media Relations Manager opportunity to be located in our Washington DC office. They will be responsible for executing the media strategy of this corporate reputation and thought-leadership plan for the Washington DC media target audience. With this position you will have the opportunity to interact with the Washington DC media environment as well have high visibility with Intel's senior leadership.
Responsibilities include:
* Gain thorough understanding of Washington DC media environment and forge relationships with senior editors and reporters. Influence positive features and coverage for Intel.
* Employ social media strategies to encourage a regular dialogue on important policy issues between Intel, media influencers and policy elites.
* Build relationships with critical internal policy partners and Intel executives and maximize positive exposure of our executive spokespersons with key DC media.
* Work successfully with cross-site team of Intel Global Communications managers, agency and media partners and Intel DC policy office.
ONLY CANDIDATES WITH THE STATED "MUST HAVE SKILLS" OUTLINE BELOW WILL BE SERIOUSLY CONSIDERED
MUST HAVE SKILLS:
* MS (preferred)/ BS in Public or Media Relations, Communications or Journalism.
* 7+ years of Public/Media Relations experience and someone who has built and established relationship with Sr Editor, Sr Writers/Reporters with the reputable and major media outlet players in the Washington DC area.
NICE TO HAVE SKILLS:
• Experience with policy or issue related PR/Media
HOW TO APPLY:
Please complete the following steps below
1) Go to www.intel.com/ jobs
2) Complete an online profile (if you haven't already)
3) Upload/Attach a copy of your resume on your online profile.
4) Search for and apply directly online to Req# 565582- Sr. Media Relations Manager
House Education and Labor Committee
Senior member of the House Education and Labor Committee seeks
individual to handle education and labor issues. Candidates must have
excellent writing skills, understanding of education and labor policy
issues and good political judgment. This is not an entry level
position. Significant education/labor policy experience is required.
Texas ties and Spanish language skills also preferred. Please send
resumes, references and writing samples to cjhumphrey61@ gmail.com or
fax to 202-225-5688. No phone calls or walk-ins please.
Connie Humphrey
Chief of Staff
Congressman Rubén Hinojosa
202-225-2531
202-225-5688 (fax)
individual to handle education and labor issues. Candidates must have
excellent writing skills, understanding of education and labor policy
issues and good political judgment. This is not an entry level
position. Significant education/labor policy experience is required.
Texas ties and Spanish language skills also preferred. Please send
resumes, references and writing samples to cjhumphrey61@ gmail.com or
fax to 202-225-5688. No phone calls or walk-ins please.
Connie Humphrey
Chief of Staff
Congressman Rubén Hinojosa
202-225-2531
202-225-5688 (fax)
Friday, April 17, 2009
CHIEF FINANCIAL AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
CHIEF FINANCIAL AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
The Chief Financial and Administration Officer is responsible for directing the fiscal functions of the organization in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board, other regulatory and advisory organizations and in accordance with financial management policies set by the CHCI Board of Directors. She/he serves as the lead advisor on compliance issues related to IRS, Sarbanes-Oxley and in partnership with the organization’s legal advisor, all matters related to Congressional ethics and HLGOA. She/he directs and oversees all the financial activities of the organization, including preparation of current financial reports as well as summaries and forecasts for future business growth and general economic outlook, banking and insurance relationships.
The Chief Financial and Administration Officer will define the processes and implement the infrastructure/systems needed to support substantial growth. S/he is responsible for building and managing effective and streamlined administrative/financial systems, including financial, accounting, legal, information technology (IT), human resources (HR), and physical infrastructure.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, directs and evaluates the organization's fiscal function and performance.
• Evaluates and advises on the impact of long range planning, introduction of new investment programs/strategies and regulatory action.
• Develops credibility by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports and financial trends in order to assist the President and CEO, Board of Directors and other senior leadership in performing their responsibilities.
• Establishes credibility throughout the organization and with the Board of Directors as an effective developer of solutions to financial business challenges.
• Provides technical financial advice and knowledge to others within the organization.
• Continual improvement of the budgeting process through education of department managers on financial issues impacting their budgets.
• Provides strategic financial input and leadership on decision making issues affecting the organization; i.e., evaluation of potential alliances acquisitions and/or mergers, contracts and investments.
• Optimizes the handling of bank and deposit relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position.
• Develops a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism which includes maintaining minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs.
• Acts as an advisor from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the Corporation may enter.
• Enhances and/or develops implements and enforces policies and procedures of the organization that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the organization.
• Serves as key leader on the organization’s administrative processes including HR, payroll and benefits functions for all levels of staff.
• Evaluates the finance and HR team plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group as well as providing individuals with professional and personal growth.
• Evaluates and makes recommendations about CHCI’s insurance coverage.
• Develops plans to implement and monitor information technology systems and infrastructure to ensure compliance and feasibility.
• Develops plans to ensure facility safety, security and soundness; Secures and directs maintenance services for the facility as required.
• Participates in the development of the organization’s plans and programs as a strategic partner.
For more information regarding qualifications and opportunities please contact:
Holley Waldron
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
911 2nd Street, N.E.
Washington, DC 20002
Fax (202) 546-2143 or hwaldron@chci.org
The Chief Financial and Administration Officer is responsible for directing the fiscal functions of the organization in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board, other regulatory and advisory organizations and in accordance with financial management policies set by the CHCI Board of Directors. She/he serves as the lead advisor on compliance issues related to IRS, Sarbanes-Oxley and in partnership with the organization’s legal advisor, all matters related to Congressional ethics and HLGOA. She/he directs and oversees all the financial activities of the organization, including preparation of current financial reports as well as summaries and forecasts for future business growth and general economic outlook, banking and insurance relationships.
The Chief Financial and Administration Officer will define the processes and implement the infrastructure/systems needed to support substantial growth. S/he is responsible for building and managing effective and streamlined administrative/financial systems, including financial, accounting, legal, information technology (IT), human resources (HR), and physical infrastructure.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, directs and evaluates the organization's fiscal function and performance.
• Evaluates and advises on the impact of long range planning, introduction of new investment programs/strategies and regulatory action.
• Develops credibility by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports and financial trends in order to assist the President and CEO, Board of Directors and other senior leadership in performing their responsibilities.
• Establishes credibility throughout the organization and with the Board of Directors as an effective developer of solutions to financial business challenges.
• Provides technical financial advice and knowledge to others within the organization.
• Continual improvement of the budgeting process through education of department managers on financial issues impacting their budgets.
• Provides strategic financial input and leadership on decision making issues affecting the organization; i.e., evaluation of potential alliances acquisitions and/or mergers, contracts and investments.
• Optimizes the handling of bank and deposit relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position.
• Develops a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism which includes maintaining minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs.
• Acts as an advisor from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the Corporation may enter.
• Enhances and/or develops implements and enforces policies and procedures of the organization that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the organization.
• Serves as key leader on the organization’s administrative processes including HR, payroll and benefits functions for all levels of staff.
• Evaluates the finance and HR team plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group as well as providing individuals with professional and personal growth.
• Evaluates and makes recommendations about CHCI’s insurance coverage.
• Develops plans to implement and monitor information technology systems and infrastructure to ensure compliance and feasibility.
• Develops plans to ensure facility safety, security and soundness; Secures and directs maintenance services for the facility as required.
• Participates in the development of the organization’s plans and programs as a strategic partner.
For more information regarding qualifications and opportunities please contact:
Holley Waldron
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
911 2nd Street, N.E.
Washington, DC 20002
Fax (202) 546-2143 or hwaldron@chci.org
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Program & Outreach Manager in DC
Job Description: Program & Outreach Manager
The Media and Democracy Coalition (MDC) is hiring a full-time Program and Outreach Manager to oversee the organization¹s membership recruitment and outreach, communications, as well as to support the organization¹s policy work on media and telecommunications issues.
MDC is collaboration of more than three-dozen organizations united to amplify the voice of the public in debates over media and telecommunications
issues. We bring together leaders in the media policy and organizing
fields to work together, develop and share resources, make strategic planning and investment decisions, and expand the number and type of organizations that work for public interest media policies. For more information, visit www.media-democracy.net
Location
The position is based in Washington D.C., and requires occasional travel.
Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain relationships with local and national member organizations, as well as identify and facilitate collaborative work among members.
* Conduct outreach to organizations that could be likely allies to increase MDC¹s membership and reach.
* Manage organizational communications, including maintaining our web site and producing bi-monthly newsletters.
* Stay on top of national media policy issues, and produce high-quality research and writing on these policies in collaboration with and for use by our members and allies.
* Engage in media policy advocacy as needed.
* Share organizational management responsibilities with other MDC staff, including administrative, logistical and event support.
* Work with other staff to contribute to the organization¹s broader goals of building a stronger movement for better media.
Requirements
Applicants must have some knowledge of media and communications policies, and an understanding of the media advocacy field is a strong benefit.
Outstanding communications skills, experience with research and writing, and strong project management skills are required, as is a demonstrated commitment to public interest work. Basic technical knowledge of web site development and on-line communications is a plus, but training can be provided in this area.
Salary and Benefits
A competitive salary, commensurate with experience, is offered. A generous benefits package, including medical insurance and a retirement plan, is also offered.
Availability
The position will open in June 2009.
To Apply
Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.
Send a resume and cover letter to:
Beth McConnell
Executive Director
Media and Democracy Coalition
1133 19th St., NW, 9th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
Or e-mail with the subject line ³Application for Program and Outreach Manager² to bmcconnell (at) media-democracy.net
The Media and Democracy Coalition (MDC) is hiring a full-time Program and Outreach Manager to oversee the organization¹s membership recruitment and outreach, communications, as well as to support the organization¹s policy work on media and telecommunications issues.
MDC is collaboration of more than three-dozen organizations united to amplify the voice of the public in debates over media and telecommunications
issues. We bring together leaders in the media policy and organizing
fields to work together, develop and share resources, make strategic planning and investment decisions, and expand the number and type of organizations that work for public interest media policies. For more information, visit www.media-democracy.net
Location
The position is based in Washington D.C., and requires occasional travel.
Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain relationships with local and national member organizations, as well as identify and facilitate collaborative work among members.
* Conduct outreach to organizations that could be likely allies to increase MDC¹s membership and reach.
* Manage organizational communications, including maintaining our web site and producing bi-monthly newsletters.
* Stay on top of national media policy issues, and produce high-quality research and writing on these policies in collaboration with and for use by our members and allies.
* Engage in media policy advocacy as needed.
* Share organizational management responsibilities with other MDC staff, including administrative, logistical and event support.
* Work with other staff to contribute to the organization¹s broader goals of building a stronger movement for better media.
Requirements
Applicants must have some knowledge of media and communications policies, and an understanding of the media advocacy field is a strong benefit.
Outstanding communications skills, experience with research and writing, and strong project management skills are required, as is a demonstrated commitment to public interest work. Basic technical knowledge of web site development and on-line communications is a plus, but training can be provided in this area.
Salary and Benefits
A competitive salary, commensurate with experience, is offered. A generous benefits package, including medical insurance and a retirement plan, is also offered.
Availability
The position will open in June 2009.
To Apply
Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.
Send a resume and cover letter to:
Beth McConnell
Executive Director
Media and Democracy Coalition
1133 19th St., NW, 9th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
Or e-mail with the subject line ³Application for Program and Outreach Manager² to bmcconnell (at) media-democracy.net
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