POSITION:
The Executive Director of National Stonewall Democrats and the Stonewall Democracy Fund is
responsible for providing the leadership, strategic direction, management and coordination for the
organization. The EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, in collaboration from the Board of Directors, will help
create the vision of the organization to achieve the organization’ s mission. The EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR will be responsible for overseeing staff, raising the organization’ s budget, and setting goals
for performance while monitoring progress. The EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR plays a key role in
identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major donors for annual gifts. The EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
will also develop key political contact and strategy.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Execute the vision of the Board of Directors to achieve the mission of the organization
• Oversee day-to-day activities of national staff members with the assistance of the Chief
Operations Officer;
• Utilize the expertise of the Board of Directors to execute a comprehensive fundraising plan;
• Work with finance team to plan, administer, and implement all fundraising activities of National
Stonewall Democrats and the Stonewall Democracy Fund;
• Maintain a proactive, creative leadership role in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation
of individual, corporate, PAC, and chapter contributions;
• Oversee the general communications strategy for the organization with the Communications
Director
• Develop and maintain key political relationships and strategy
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with the philanthropic community,
individual and corporate donors, sponsors, board members, PACs, Stonewall Clubs and
Leadership Council as well as other grassroots leadership;
• Serve as a member of NSD’s senior management team;
Reports to: Board of Directors FLSA: Full-time, Exempt
Organization: National Stonewall Democrats Location: Washington, DC/Field
National Stonewall Democrats Executive Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Previous candidate and Democratic Party experience;
• Knowledge and appreciation of the role Stonewall chapters play in political/grassroot s
organizing;
• Previous executive management experience;
• At least five years of proven experience managing complex fundraising programs;
• Extensive experience fundraising political money;
• Familiarity with FEC reporting procedures;
• Proven track record of raising million dollar budgets;
• Familiarity and experience with all parts of a campaign;
• Demonstrated experience in managing people and budgets;
• Ability to work in a hands-on environment with limited resources;
• Computer literacy;
• Knowledge of multiple fundraising programs;
• Ability to effectively gain the respect and support of various constituencies, including board
and staff members, donors, chapter leaders, politicians, and civic leaders;
• History of successfully identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts;
• A record of measurable results in organizing and implementing such activities as: major gifts,
annual gifts, grant writing, corporate and PAC giving, direct mail, and special events;
• Bachelor’s degree;
• Committed and enthusiastic about the mission of NSD and the SDF;
• Highly entrepreneurial, resourceful, and flexible;
• A strategist who is adept at planning, prioritizing, multi-tasking, organizing, and following
through while remaining highly energetic and focused;
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Standard office environment with regular computer use and travel required;
• Business casual dress code;
• Position is based in Washington, DC; and
• Travel is required, as is overtime work, particularly in support of NSD events and activities,
including evening and weekend events.
ABOUT NATIONAL STONEWALL DEMOCRATS:
With over 120 chapters across the country, Stonewall Democrats is the only national grassroots
organization of LGBT and allied Democrats that works to elect pro-equality Democrats to public
office and advocate for issues important to LGBT Democrats and their allies. Stonewall Democrats
works with a family of organizations to achieve our mission.
PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:
Board Co-Chairs Shane Larson and Melissa Sklarz, slarson72@gmail. com and melis0213@aol. com
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Corporate Accountability International is seeking experienced organizers to build our nationwide network of trained and committed activists taking on corporate power. Join us to recruit and mobilize the long-term political base and power needed to wage and win our corporate campaigns.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and run regional Think Outside the Bottle campaigns to pressure Governors, Mayors, restaurants and schools to curb bottled water use and invest in badly needed public water systems and infrastructure.
• Lead the national grassroots movement challenging McDonald’s and other fast food giants to stop driving an epidemic of diet-related diseases.
• Build and strengthen Corporate Accountability International’ s power base, membership, and capacity to run effective campaigns through organizing Local Action Committees in major cities across the country.
• Recruit, train and mobilize members to lead campaign actions in their communities to hold transnational corporate targets accountable.
• Raise funds from current and prospective members – in person and over the phone – to support our campaigns.
• Develop leadership and strategic planning skills of local activists to mobilize volunteers, wage direct pressure campaigns, build strong coalitions, and conduct effective media outreach to expose and challenge corporate abuses.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date files, records, and systems to build capacity for all our campaigns.
• Participate in organization- wide planning, fundraising and campaign activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Passion, commitment and determination to wage and win campaigns to stop corporate abuse.
• A fearless and resilient spirit to work hard with a team of experienced and talented staff and volunteers to alter the world’s political landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Successful experience as a full-time organizer or advocate in a progressive social change group.
• Demonstrated ability to build and mobilize a group of people around a project or campaign.
• Experience in effective grassroots fundraising.
• Enthusiasm for national travel.
ACCOUNTABILITY: The Regional Campaign Organizer is accountable to the National Field Director.
SALARY RANGE: $27,000 – $31,800, depending on experience, with a generous benefits package.
LOCATION: Campaign Headquarters, Boston.
START DATE: September 16, 2009.
Complete job announcement and details on how to apply are at http://bit.ly/LotuW
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NEW AMERICANS CITIZENSHIP PROJECT AMERICORPS PROGRAM
Sponsor Name: Maryland New Americans Partnership/ CASA de Maryland
Project Goal Statement: The Maryland New Americans Partnership (MNAP) is an expanding volunteer coalition of 35 organizations whose goal is to bring together nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, businesses, unions and faith communities in Maryland who are committed to supporting eligible immigrants in their efforts to become U.S. citizens and active members of their communities post-naturalization . In particular, MNAP will establish a New Americans Initiative (NAI) in Maryland, which is aimed at building the capacity and effectiveness of existing community-based organizations that assist Legal Permanent Residents (LPRs) in the naturalization process through integrated citizenship services.
New Americans Citizenship Project of Maryland AmeriCorps members will provide direct service in outreach, individual service delivery (tutoring, teaching ESOL/Citizenship classes, N-400 assistance, Citizenship workshops), and coordinating naturalization volunteers.
Duties/Responsibili ties:
• Direct service delivery, including:
1. Individual citizenship tutoring
2. One-on-one N-400 assistance
3. Teaching ESOL/Citizenship preparation classes
4. Citizenship application workshops
• Conduct outreach to Legal Permanent Residents
• Coordinate network of volunteers to assist Legal Permanent Residents
• Other duties assigned by the supervisor related to position
Qualifications:
• Ability to perform all of the duties outlined above
• Be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident of the U.S. (recent naturalized citizen preferred)
• Be at least 17 years old
• Have a high school diploma or GED or agree to obtain one while serving
• Excellent English writing and language skills (bilingual preferred)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Highly organized and efficient, able to manage multiple ongoing projects, “can-do” attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail; high degree of initiative
• Access to personal transportation preferred
For more information and to apply, please contact:
Anna Anderson
CASA de Maryland, Inc.
aanderson@casamd. org
For more information about AmeriCorps, please visit:
www.americorps. gov
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The Office of U.S. Senator Kay R. Hagan is now accepting internship applications for Fall 2009 for the Washington, DC office.
This position will provide an excellent opportunity to gain an up-close perspective of the legislative process while developing a solid understanding of how a Senate office operates. Internships are open to college and graduate-level students and are unpaid, although the office gladly assists interns who wish to petition for academic credit. Interns will gain valuable Hill experience and have access to many unique Hill opportunities.
Duties include attending Congressional committee hearings and legislative meetings, conducting tours of the Capitol, assisting with research, and drafting correspondence. In addition, administrative tasks such as mail processing, data entry, answering telephones, and assisting our legislative staff when needed will also be necessary. Responsibilities and projects are tailored to each individual’s interests and a concerted effort is made to ensure that students’ educational and professional goals are met.
You can download the application materials from our website: http://www.hagan.senate.gov/ constituent_ services. Please send completed application materials (application, cover letter, resume, writing sample, and two letters of recommendation) to internships@ hagan.senate. gov
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New Partners, a progressive, full service political consulting firm
with specialties in strategic advising/consulting , communications,
research, fundraising/ development and field/grassroots strategy, seeks
a finance intern for immediate hire in our Washington, D.C. office.
Interns will work on a variety of nonprofit, foundation and political
clients. Internships will last through December and a stipend will be
provided. Please visit www.newpartners. com for more information on the
firm.
Ideal Candidate Will Possess the Following Qualifications:
• Background and interest in progressive politics and campaigns
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong research, writing and interpersonal skills
• Ability to digest and condense information into user friendly summaries
• Basic knowledge of campaign finance rules
• Strong computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel and other Office programs
• Working knowledge of fundraising and research resources:
Nexis, NGP, tray.com, opensecrets. org
Responsibilities:
• Assist finance staff with day to day projects including:
donor research, call sheet production, briefing and memo writing,
and fundraising calls
• Maintain and update call lists and donor databases
• Participate in and staff fundraising events
• Provide administrative support
Candidates should be current college or graduate students, or recent
graduates. To apply, please email resume and cover letter to
ori@newpartners. com with “Finance Internship” in the subject line.
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IALI (Indian American Leadership Initiative) is an organization dedicated to helping get Indian American democrats involved in politics – our mission is to help support, promote and invest in Indian American candidates for office. IALI is seeking a full-time intern to assist with our day to day operations.
Responsibilities would include:
Database work, writing articles, updating website, internet research
Proficiency in HTML/Microsoft Office/databases or NGP campaign software along with the ability to work independently required.
This is an internship with the potential for full-time employment
*Candidates who have a familiarity and understanding of the Indian American Community are desirable*
*This job is located in Washington DC
Please send resumes to bhavnapandit@ yahoo.com
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Network for Good (www.networkforgood. org) is a dynamic, technology-based Internet-nonprofit and a key player in 21st century philanthropy. We are an organization that leverages social entrepreneurship and business acumen to meet the ever-growing philanthropic needs of individuals and nonprofit organizations.
In addition to being one of the top destinations where consumers can search for donation and volunteer opportunities, Network for Good has developed a customer base of thousands of nonprofits, to whom it supplies the online transaction, marketing and CRM tools and services needed to increase fundraising, volunteerism and donor recruitment and management via the Internet.
Network for Good has two open positions at our headquarters here in Bethesda, Maryland: Partner Marketing Manager and Vice President of Nonprofit Marketing.
The responsibilities of these jobs serve as a microcosm of Network for Good’s organizational culture: We are a nonprofit that operates with the soul of a charity and the savvy of a business. People who thrive at Network for Good are those that enjoy doing good in a fast-moving, mold-breaking, team-oriented working environment that’s always focused on achieving results. We live by our motto: “do good, feel good,” and just as importantly, by our business plans.
For more information, please visit: http://www1. networkforgood. org/about- us/jobs
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Legislative Aide Opening – Massachusetts State House
Date: Wed, Aug 19 2009 8:18 am
Massachusetts State Representative Lori A. Ehrlich (D-Marblehead) is
seeking a legislative aide for her State House office. Anyone
interested in the position should email a resume, cover letter, and
writing sample to Thomas.mills@ state.ma. us by Monday, August 24. For
more information on Representative Ehrlich check out http://www.loriehrl ich.com.
Below, please find a brief summary of the job description and desired
qualifications
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Constituents services
• Assist with drafting legislation and amendments
• Attend committee hearings and other meetings
• Track the Representative’ s legislative and budget priorities
• Conduct policy research
• Draft testimony and fact sheets to support the Representative’ s
legislation
• Meet with constituents, lobbyists, and advocates on the
Representatives behalf
• Draft press releases for local, regional, and statewide media
• Manage day-to-day operations of the office including managing the
Representative’ s calendar, phones, and email
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Strong organizational, analytical, and research skills
• Strong communications skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Sense of humor
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, especially Outlook, Word,
Excel
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MAYOR’S OFFICE SEEKS COMMUNITY SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES
Date: Wed, Aug 19 2009 10:28 am
The Executive Office of Mayor Adrian M. Fenty seeks enthusiastic,
motivated, dedicated individuals to serve in the Mayor’s Office of
Community Relations and Services as Community Service Representatives.
Ideal candidates are familiar with DC government structure, take
initiative to solve problems, are resourceful and efficient, manage
time well, and are available and willing to work non-traditional
hours. Candidates MUST be community oriented and prepared to attend
community meetings on week nights and weekends. ‘
Experience with community involvement is essential. Representatives
will work closely with the Mayor and District agencies to address and
resolve issues within each of the 8 Wards.
We are looking for individuals who are ready to join our team in
completing the Mayor’s vision for improving constituent outreach
services across the District. Bachelor’s Degree at minimum is
preferred. A love for politics is a plus.
Please send your resume to eom.resumes@ dc.gov w/ MOCRS in the subject
line.
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MAYOR’S OFFICE SEEKS OUTSTANDING INDIVIDUALS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ROLES
Date: Wed, Aug 19 2009 11:24 am
The Executive Office of Mayor Adrian M. Fenty seeks enthusiastic,
motivated, dedicated individuals to serve in the Mayor’s Office in a
variety of administrative roles.
Ideal candidates are highly organized, manage time well, extremely
detailed, work well under stress, enjoy problem solving, and are
available and willing to work non-traditional hours including nights
and weekends.
We are looking for individuals who are ready to join our team in
completing the Mayor’s vision for the District. Bachelor’s Degree at
minimum is preferred. A love for politics in a plus.
Please send your one-page resume to eom.resumes@ dc.gov w/ ADMIN in the
subject line.
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Paid Field Positions
Date: Wed, Aug 19 2009 12:11 pm
Progressive City Council candidate in a competitive race is seeking
experienced, motivated and reliable field organizers. Field Organizers will
be dispatched in teams throughout the district to talk directly to voters
and distribute literature.
Field Organizers must have excellent communication skills, a sense of humor
and the ability to work independently. Prior canvassing experience
(volunteer or paid) required. Applicants should live in greater metropolitan
NYC area.
Compensation is $300 per 30 hour work week. Must be available afternoons,
evenings and Sundays through September 15th.
Please send a statement of interest and a resume to
fieldorganizerjobsb klyn@gmail. com
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NYC Council Campaign Seeks Field Organizers
Date: Tues, Aug 18 2009 3:46 pm
NYC Council Campaign Seeks Field Organizers
High-profile NYC Council race for an open seat in Queens seeks Field
Organizers to execute an aggressive GOTV field plan. Position to be filled
immediately for a September 15 primary.
Successful applicants will be hard-working, willing to work long hours,
capable of functioning well in a fast pace environment and have strong
interpersonal skills. If you want to make a significant impact on this
year’s election, please send resume and 2 professional references to
nycqueenscouncil@ gmail.com.
Responsibilities will include personally executing voter contact through
phone banking and door to door canvassing, as well as meeting voters in the
community with the candidate.
The position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience.
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Congressional Campaign in PA
Date: Tues, Aug 18 2009 7:08 pm
CAMPAIGN STAFF: Seeking motivated individuals to form cohesive staff
for high-visibility Congressional primary race in Pennsylvania.
Federal campaign experience and ability to handle multiple aspects of
campaign a plus. Salary based on experience. Please send cover
letter and resume to campaign2010@ live.com
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Regional Campaign Organizer Boston
Date: Wed, Aug 19 2009 1:26 pm
Hi JTALers,
We have four more openings for Regional Campaign Organizers to work
out of the Corporate Accountability International campaign
headquarters in Boston. You will be expanding our national volunteer
network through face-to-face organizing, recruiting coalition partners
and deepening relationships with local media.These are full-time,
permanent positions with benefits .
I’m more than the messenger so if you are interested please get in
touch. We are hiring on a rolling basis so apply soon. More details
on the positions is at http://bit.ly/ LotuW
Onward,
Randall
Corporate Accountability International is seeking experienced
organizers to build our nationwide network of trained and committed
activists taking on corporate power. Join us to recruit and mobilize
the long-term political base and power needed to wage and win our
corporate campaigns.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Develop and run regional Think Outside the Bottle campaigns to
pressure Governors, Mayors, restaurants and schools to curb bottled
water use and invest in badly needed public water systems and
infrastructure.
* Lead the national grassroots movement challenging McDonald’s and
other fast food giants to stop driving an epidemic of diet-related
diseases.
* Build and strengthen Corporate Accountability International’ s
power base, membership, and capacity to run effective campaigns
through organizing Local Action Committees in major cities across the
country.
* Recruit, train and mobilize members to lead campaign actions in
their communities to hold transnational corporate targets accountable.
* Raise funds from current and prospective members – in person and
over the phone – to support our campaigns.
* Develop leadership and strategic planning skills of local
activists to mobilize volunteers, wage direct pressure campaigns,
build strong coalitions, and conduct effective media outreach to
expose and challenge corporate abuses.
* Keep accurate and up-to-date files, records, and systems to
build capacity for all our campaigns.
* Participate in organization- wide planning, fundraising and
campaign activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Passion, commitment and determination to wage and win campaigns
to stop corporate abuse.
* A fearless and resilient spirit to work hard with a team of
experienced and talented staff and volunteers to alter the world’s
political landscape.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Successful experience as a full-time organizer or advocate in a
progressive social change group.
* Demonstrated ability to build and mobilize a group of people
around a project or campaign.
* Experience in effective grassroots fundraising.
* Enthusiasm for national travel.
Complete job announcement and details on how to apply are at http://bit.ly/ LotuW
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PA HDCC Research Director
Date: Wed, Aug 19 2009 2:13 pm
The Pennsylvania House Democratic Campaign Committee (HDCC), a permanent,
full-time organization dedicated to maintaining a Democratic majority in the
closely divided Pennsylvania State House, is currently accepting
applications for the position of Research Director.
Key Responsibilities:
• Working in concert with the Executive Director to devise and
execute a comprehensive research program for the 2010 election cycle.
• Conducting online database (i.e. Lexis-Nexis) , courthouse,
campaign finance, public record, and legislative tracking research.
• Preparing and authoring comprehensive research books for 40-60
races, in concert with HDCC’s research staff and research consultants.
• Directing research staff and managing relationships with research
consultants.
• Working closely with HDCC’s Executive Director and consulting team
to formulate factual, winning messages.
Key Qualifications:
• Experience in labor, political or community organizing and
political campaigns preferred. Political research experience required.
• Outstanding written communication and analytical skills.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, be detail oriented and meet
deadlines.
• Ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and
prioritize work effectively.
• Strong working knowledge of Lexis Nexis, GovNet (or other
legislative tracking software), and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel,
Access, Powerpoint).
The Political Director will report to the Executive Director, and will be a
full-time resident of HDCC’s Harrisburg, PA office.
This position includes health care, prescription, dental and vision
coverage, and a salary of $40,000-55,000; commensurate with experience.
To apply, please send a resume and 3 references to: info@pahdcc. com
Last day to apply: September 4, 2009
Internships for Undergrads, Graduate Students and Recent Grads
Fall 2009
Founded by former Vice President Al Gore, the Alliance for Climate Protection is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization formed for the charitable and educational purpose of educating the public about the causes and solutions to climate change, in the United States and throughout the world.
We are offering internships in our Washington, DC office to assist in a number of essential areas:
• CEO/Finance/HR. General administrative and scheduling support for the Office of the CEO including, but not limited to clerical support, scheduling, filing, typing and phone reception; meeting coordination; and event / travel planning support. Similar positions supporting the Finance and HR Directors.
• Development. Research potential donors, prepare briefing materials, research corporations for possible partnerships, maintain donor records, and assist with other tasks as needed. Strong organizational and writing skills are essential. Research experience is preferred.
• Field. Assist the national field team with research, volunteer coordination, special projects and administrative and operational tasks. A good sense of humor and a willingness to take on any task, from collating to challenging projects, is essential.
• Legal. Assist the office of General Counsel with legal research and contract and other document review and preparation. Applicants should be in their second or third year of law school and have an interest in applying their legal research and writing skills in the areas of corporate, employment, tax, real estate, and certain other areas related to operation of non-profit organizations.
• New Media. Help build Repower America’s social networking presence, disperse online media materials, develop new mechanisms for viral marketing, and assist with other tasks as needed. Strong organizational and writing skills required. Knowledge of HTML is preferred.
• Political/Legislative. Research legislative, congressional, and member group progress; write memos and political outreach plans; coordinate events with partners and other departments, support; support for international efforts. Strong organizational and writing skills are required. You must be team-oriented and work well independently.
• Press. Assist in the day-to-day operation of a national earned media campaign. Duties vary, but would include monitoring media and distributing daily clips; developing press list; assisting with garnering earned media for press events; and drafting releases and media advisories. Attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and a positive attitude are essential.
• Solutions & Analysis Research: Provide climate and energy research support to all aspects of the campaign’s messaging and on-and-offline efforts. Excellent analytical and research skills a must. Technical knowledge in energy systems, climate change or climate/energy policy required. Experience with policy analysis and communicating environmental issues a plus.
Interns are asked to dedicate at least 10 hours per week. Schedules will be determined upon acceptance to the program.
Additional Qualifications:
• Applicants with a variety of experience levels and interests encouraged to apply.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Solid computer and research skills.
• Strong Attention to detail.
• Ability to juggle multiple deadlines and assignments.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
To Apply:
• Applications should consist of a resume, a one-page cover letter, and references.
• The cover letter should indicate what you hope to learn during the internship. It must also specify which internship program areas are of greatest interest to you and why.
• Include available start date and end date.
• Include contact information for two references.
• Send all materials electronically to: fall09interns@climateprotect.org
Deadlines and Dates:
• Internships will be for a period of ten or twelve weeks.
• We are currently accepting applications for fall internships. Please submit all paperwork as soon as possible.
• This is an unpaid internship and there is no stipend, housing or any other benefit provided.
Eligibility:
• Internships are open to all undergraduate and graduate students who have completed two or more years of college.
• Eligibility extends through the two years following graduation.
• The Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.
Location:
• Interns will work in our Washington, DC headquarters, located a short walk from the Chinatown and Metro Center metro stations.
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Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago
Washington, DC
Fall 2009 Federal Policy Internship
The Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago’s Government Affairs office seeks an undergraduate student for a fall 2009 internship in its Washington DC Government Affairs office. Receiving more than $250 million in federal funds, the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago supports a network of more than 120 health and human services agencies serving more than 300,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and hundreds of thousand more in 59 countries around the world.
Prior exposure to government relations, non-profits, and domestic policy would be helpful. The selected candidate will gain exposure to Capitol Hill and the Administration, develop an understanding of a variety of domestic social policy issues, and a first-hand look inside the Jewish communal world.
The candidate should have excellent writing and research skills, be able to juggle multiple projects at once, and have a solid foundation in Microsoft Office. Specific responsibilities during the internship will include:
• Attend and/or watch congressional hearings and provide notes to Government Affairs staff
• Prepare and update materials for Capitol Hill visits
• Assist with all phases of preparation for special outreach events, including advocacy missions
• Compile and analyze surveys
• Research and draft documents on issues which include, but are not limited to, senior transportation, aging, Israel, Medicaid, Darfur, Medicare, Iran, and family caregiving.
The Federal Policy Internship is a part-time internship (flexible but consistent 15-20/hour/week). This internship is unpaid.
Please forward a resume/cover letter, writing sample, and any questions to: gov@juf.org or fax at 202-466-7092. Please visit www.juf.org/gov for an overview of JUF/JF’s Government Affairs Program.
Thanks!
Kevin Rachlin
Legislative Assistant
Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago
1720 I Street NW, 8th Floor
Washington, DC 20006
202-466-7090 (phone)
202-466-7092 (fax)
KevinRachlin@juf.org
www.juf.org
Job Openings For August 19, 2009
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Note to Job Applicants: To apply for a position, unless otherwise directed in listing, e-mail your resume and other supporting documents to harjobs@cq.com with the Job Referral Number visible in the subject field. Applications for multiple jobs must be e-mailed separately. Applications can also be mailed to Job Openings, c/o CQ’s House Action Reports, 1255 22nd Street, N.W., Washington, D.C., 20037. Indicate the Job Referral Number on your resume, as well as on the outside of the envelope, and send a separate resume for each position for which you are applying. Copies of the Job Openings are also available by request at Kinko’s, on Capitol Hill, 715 D Street, S.E.
Note to Subscribers: You must subscribe to House Action Reports to post a job listing. To post a listing, e-mail the job description and contact information to harjobs@cq.com by noon on Wednesday.
*An asterisk indicates the first publication of a new opening. All other openings have been published previously.
INTERN – Internships are an excellent opportunity to gain Capitol Hill experience. If you are interested in a position as an intern for a member of Congress, submit your resume to the House Action Reports intern file. House Action Reports will keep resumes on file for approximately two months and make them available to offices upon request. Date your resume and send it to Job Referral No. “Intern.”
NEWS ANALYST/EDITOR — Bulletin News analysts are at the cutting edge of the modern information world. Each morning, the nation’s top executives in the government and corporate sectors start their day with a news analysis briefing provided by Bulletin News. If you want the opportunity to brief the nation’s decision makers, please fax your resume to 703-483-6181, or e-mail us at ResumesWP@BulletinNews.com. In order to do this job well, you must have excellent analytical skills, writing and editing ability, and experience in either government or corporate headquarters. The ability to work very early morning hours is a must. If you love news, thrive under deadlines, and want to have a direct impact on important decision makers, Bulletin News is the place for you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT/EDITORIAL QUALITY CONTROL — BulletinNews produces the daily White House News Summary for the Executive Office of the President and additional customized news briefings for governmental and Fortune 500 leaders nationwide. We’re expanding the product management team, reflecting the rapid growth of our business. The successful candidate will be pivotal, serving as (a) the face of the company to clients, each of which pays six figures annually for their daily service; (b) the “voice of the client” internally, ensuring that our editorial workers understand client needs; and (c) a driver of our quality-control management system. Ideal candidate will have strong account management skills combined with experience working as a journalist, editor or similar news generation/monitoring position. Apply to BusOps@BulletinNews.com. EEOC.
SENIOR LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL — Senior Democratic member of the House Committee on Homeland Security seeks an energetic and proactive senior legislative counsel to manage committee responsibilities and a broad portfolio of other legislative issues. Substantive knowledge and previous experience with homeland security issues as well as other issues including energy and environment, budget and tax, and housing is a plus. Candidates should have prior Hill experience, have impeccable writing and analytical skills, be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and possess a strong knowledge of the legislative process. The candidate will be responsible for developing legislative initiatives, tracking legislation, drafting correspondence and floor/committee statements, drafting press releases, and representing the member in meetings. The successful candidate will be a results-oriented problem solver, a motivated self-starter, and possess a
demonstrated ability to work independently as a policy entrepreneur. This is NOT an entry-level position and we are not looking for recent law or business school graduates. A law or business degree is required. To apply, please e-mail a cover letter, resume and three writing samples with the words “Senior Legislative Counsel” in the subject line to: TX18resume@mail.house.gov.
INTERNS — Freshman House democratic office is seeking full time fall interns for the Washington, D.C., office. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering phones, sorting mail, attending hearings, leading capitol tours, writing letters to constituents, and assisting legislative staff with research and other projects. Preference will be given to individuals with Illinois ties. Please send a cover letter, resume, and a short (1 page or less) writing sample to IL.internships@gmail.com.
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT — Democratic Armed Services Committee member is seeking a legislative assistant to handle committee work. Candidates should have significant Hill experience, excellent written and oral communication skills. Preference is for candidates with military service. Please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample to MLAopening2009@gmail.com.
INTERNS —The College Republican National Committee is seeking five to six interns for the fall of 2009 in the Washington D.C., office. We are looking for multiple interns for the following positions: Political, Communications and Finance. All candidates should have a strong work ethic, excellent writing and research skills, and be highly organized. Ideal candidates for the political internships would be Political Science majors and knowledgeable of current events. Candidates for the Communications Intern position should be a Media/PR major and well versed in new media technology (Facebook, Twitter, Blogs, etc) and will work with the Communications Director. Candidates for the Finance Intern position would ideally have a background in Economics/Finance and be interested in accounting and fundraising work. This internship requires a minimum time commitment of three half-working days per week (15 hours). Please send resume and cover letter to Tierra
Warren (twarren@crnc.org) with the subject Summer Internship. Make sure to include available times for a phone interview as well as which position you are applying for.
INTERNS —Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., is seeking unpaid interns for the fall 2009 semester. Interns will assist in the preparation of constituent letters, press releases, floor statements, speeches, bills, and amendments; attend briefings, hearings, and special events where they may have the opportunity to meet with members of Congress, members of the Cabinet, and leaders of industry and the press; perform research at the Library of Congress; respond to information requests from constituents; and gain valuable Hill experience and learn about the federal legislative process. Interns are also responsible for assisting in sorting incoming mail, greeting visitors, and answering the telephone. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to the Intern Coordinator at Intern2.NY08@mail.house.com or fax to (202) 225-6923. Put ‘Internship Application’ in the subject line. No drop-ins or telephone calls, please. Deadline for applicants is
July 10.
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT — Hardworking California Democrat on Rules and Energy and Commerce committees seeks a legislative assistant. Legislative portfolio to include: Immigration, Intelligence, Judiciary, Education, Homeland Security, Science, and various Appropriations. Individual will also be responsible for assisting the congresswoman with various caucuses and with Rules Committee work. Individual should have prior legislative Hill experience, be detail oriented, have a strong work ethic, good sense of humor and be able to work quickly under tight deadlines. Please e-mail your resume to cademjob@gmail.com. No telephone calls or drop bys, please.
STAFF ASSISTANT –Rep. John W. Olver, D-Mass., seeks a staff assistant for front office work, including greeting constituents, answering phones, handling flag and tour requests, and sorting and printing mail. The position also includes some research and letter writing and the possibility of promotion later to higher positions. Starting salary is $29,500. Send cover letter and resume only to olver.resume@mail.house.gov addressed to Chief of Staff. No telephone calls will be accepted.
INTERNS —Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., is seeking full-time or part-time interns for his Washington, D.C., office, beginning in late August or early September, 2009 and continuing through December. Internship duties may include the following activities: providing constituent services, attending legislative briefings and committee hearings, legislative research and writing, general office responsibilities and special projects of interest. This internship is unpaid; however we are happy to assist you in receiving academic credit and finding housing. Please send resume and references ASAP to: 2267 Rayburn HOB, Washington D.C. 20515 or fax them to 202-225-8941, Attn: David Dickey-Griffith.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/SCHEDULER — Progressive House Member of Congress from Texas seeks a detail oriented, highly organized and self-motivated individual as an Executive Assistant. Candidate will prepare the daily schedule for the member, and prepare detailed itineraries, including important numbers, locations and contact names; prepare monthly projected schedules; brief the member on all scheduling activities and requests of the Washington, D.C. and district offices; coordinate photo opportunities with constituents; make reservations for the Congressman’s air travel, ground transportation, and lodging; submit vouchers for travel and expense reimbursement to the staff member responsible for submitting office bills for payment; respond to all invitations, either by written correspondence or by personal telephone call. Candidate will work well under pressure and handle stress. Must have a flexible schedule as job includes long hours, nights, and weekends
and other duties as assigned. Bachelor’s degree is required with at least two years of office experience. At least one year working in a congressional office is beneficial as is experience making travel reservations and arrangements. Alternatively, three to five years of related work experience. Must have strong telephone skills, strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to prioritization of and recommendations on appointments. Candidate absolutely must have a car to travel with the member throughout Washington, D.C. Thoroughness and careful attention to detail is an absolute must. Does this sound like you? Send resume, cover letter, and references to: Resumebox@mail.house.gov.
1. Membership Director
The Marijuana Policy Project, a fast-paced, well-respected lobbying organization, is seeking a Membership Director to manage MPP’s growing Membership staff and oversee all of MPP’s communications with its national membership. The position is based in Washington, D.C.
Qualifications
The Membership Director must (1) be an excellent writer, with the ability to synthesize large amounts of information to produce compelling, inspirational appeals; (2) be an outstanding manager, with a track record of strong, results-driven management; and (3) have significant experience in fundraising.
Candidates also should be highly organized, have a meticulous attention to detail, and be able to perform exceptionally in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
The Membership Director is responsible for:
* Working with MPP’s Executive Director to create and implement each year’s master fundraising plan and ensuring that the organization hits its annual fundraising goals;
* Managing the Membership department’s workflow and a 7-9 person staff, ensuring that each staff member meets his or her goals each quarter (the staff includes development officers, a major gifts officer, and a membership coordinator);
* Writing and overseeing the production of a variety of fundraising and membership materials, including six fundraising solicitations annually to MPP’s membership; grant applications; membership solicitation mailings; response materials to people who request more information from the organization; renewal notices; thank-you letters; an annual report and several prospectuses about the organization; MPP’s three-times-a-year newsletter; and brochures, Web site content, and other assorted promotional materials;
* Editing miscellaneous communications from other department staffers; and
* Coordinating outreach to $1,000+ donors to ensure they sustain or increase their giving.
Compensation
MPP offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including health care, retirement contributions, and a generous vacation policy.
To Apply
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to resumes@mpp.org. Your cover letter should include the information delineated at http://www.mpp.org/jobs/process.html , as well as salary requirements. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
About MPP
With 36 employees, 27,000 dues-paying members and 100,000 e-mail subscribers nationwide, MPP is the largest marijuana policy reform organization in the United States. MPP works to minimize the harm associated with marijuana – both the consumption of marijuana and the laws that are intended to prohibit its use – and believes that the greatest harm associated with marijuana is imprisonment.
Thank you for your interest.
2. Major Gifts Officer
The Marijuana Policy Project, a fast-paced, well-respected lobbying organization, is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to coordinate the cultivation of MPP’s top prospects and donors. The position is based in Washington, D.C.
This is a great opportunity for someone smart and organized to play a integral role in a fast-paced, well-respected advocacy organization.
Responsibilities
The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for:
* Identifying the top prospects who the Executive Director should meet with in a given year;
* Reaching out to major prospects, by phone and in writing, in order to arrange for them to meet with MPP’s Executive Director and, based on the results of these requests, creating a travel schedule for the Executive Director to take the most efficient advantage of these opportunities;
* Performing all necessary follow-up from the Executive Director’s meetings, including answering questions from the prospects and following up on leads;
* Developing a list of the top prospects who MPP’s regional development officers should meet with in a given year, and monitoring their progress to ensure these meetings stay on track;
* Overseeing personal thank-you’s to major donors;
* Overseeing in-depth research on new and potential major donors, as well as responding to ad hoc requests to research prospects and/or conduct database queries for the other staff members;
* Assisting with broad-based outreach to wealthy donors and prospects in the geographic areas the executive director is going to be visiting; and
* Creating and implementing a wealth screening plan for MPP’s database.
The Major Gifts Officer reports to MPP’s Membership Director.
Qualifications
Candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills and strong written and verbal communication skills, be highly organized, have a meticulous attention to detail, and be able to perform exceptionally in a fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate would have fundraising and/or major donor experience and the ability to conduct his/her own in-person major donor meetings, but this is not a requirement.
Compensation
The salary for the position is $35,000, or $40,000-$45,000 for candidates with experience doing major donor outreach. In addition, MPP offers excellent benefits, including health care, retirement contributions, and a generous vacation policy.
To Apply
To apply, please see MPP’s application guidelines at http://www.mpp.org/jobs/process.html and follow the instructions there.
About MPP
With 36 employees, 27,000 dues-paying members and 100,000 e-mail subscribers nationwide, MPP is the largest marijuana policy reform organization in the United States. MPP works to minimize the harm associated with marijuana – both the consumption of marijuana and the laws that are intended to prohibit its use – and believes that the greatest harm associated with marijuana is imprisonment.
Thank you for your interest.
American Association for Justice
Public Affairs Internship
The Mission of the American Association for Justice is to promote a fair and effective justice system—and to support the work of attorneys in their efforts to ensure that any person who is injured by the misconduct or negligence of others can obtain justice in America’s courtrooms, even when taking on the most powerful interests.
General Duties
• Complete legal and legislative research and writing projects as assigned.
• Research and respond to requests from state affiliates.
• Interact with Congressional offices and assist with appointment scheduling.
• Assist State Affairs with organizational and outreach efforts to state legislatures.
• Provide reception duties for the Public Affairs department, greeting guests and answering phones.
• Attend briefings and hearings on Capitol Hill and report back to Public Affairs staff.
• Provide administrative support to Public Affairs/State Affairs staff as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
Please submit your resume and a brief writing sample to: Sam.Kruzel@justice.org
______________________
Sam Kruzel
American Association for Justice
Formerly the Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA®)
777 6th Street, NW, Suite 200 | Washington, DC 20001
www.justice.org
Staff Assistant
Government relations office involved in the hottest topics on the Hill needs a Temporary to Hire Staff Assistant to support three busy lobbyists; some with international concerns, some with environmental issues. Position will be managing their ever-changing schedules, travel plans to include international travel arrangements, meeting prep, briefing books, executive visits, expense reports, and so much more. The position requires an individual who is highly organized, self-motivated, flexible, and proactive. Ideal candidate will have two years of office experience plus excellent communication skills. $46K when hired but must be able to start as a temporary; hourly to $15 per hour. Please send resumes to clare.edwards@trakservices.com or call me at 202-466-8850, refer to job #10853174.
Clare Edwards
TRAK Services I 1776 “Eye” Street NW, Ste 575 I Washington, DC 20006
tel 202.466.8850 I dir 202.261.2489 I fax 202.296.6120 I www.trakcompanies.com
clare.edwards@trakservices.com
Administrative Assistant – Fixed Duration Employment (FDE)
Washington, DC Office
This position provides administrative support for both the Lilly International Government Affairs staff and Washington, DC-based Lilly legal staff. Lilly International Government Affairs supports the work of our affiliates worldwide through interaction with the U.S. Government, business groups and trade associations. The role of the DC-based Lilly Legal department staff is to support Lilly’s operations overseas in the areas of import and export restrictions. This role supports the day-to-day activities of staff in both groups.
THIS POSITION IS NOT PERMANENT. IT IS FOR A FIXED DURATION OF UP TO 4 YEARS.
KEY OBJECTIVES/DELIVERABLES:
- Coordinate and process Lilly IGA expenditures
- Assist with the organization and logistics of IGA and Lilly International Staff Meetings Maintenance and review of master calendar for Lilly IGA
- Update and maintain Lilly IGA Collaboration Site Assist with the Integrated Campaign Center of
Excellent Collaboration Site
- Facilitate travel and visa arrangements for Lilly IGA and legal staff
- Organize and coordinate US Government and Congressional meetings for Lilly IGA staff
- Assist in the organization of logistics meetings and schedules for visiting Lilly delegations Organization and filing of relevant legal documents and legislation
- Maintain and foster strong relationships with peers at Lilly Corporate Center General administrative support
- Assist with preparation of meeting materials, including notices, RSVPs, teleconference organization, powerpoint slides, handouts, binders, etc.
- Coverage of trade association, industry and business council meetings as needed
- Internet research as required
- Experience managing expense reporting
- Experience organizing and coordinating events
- Experience reaching out to government department, embassies and other organizations to request appointments
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelors Degree (or equivalent work experience)
- International and Government knowledge preferred
- High-level performance in all Administrative Assistant skills including communications, scheduling, and event planning
- Project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with global visa requirements Facility with web-based content management systems
- Ability to multitask and support several functions at the same time
- Experience in Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint and Word
- Ability to generate and update reports
- Solid writing skills and proficient at web researching
- Persistence and tenacity in the face of tight deadlines, flexibility and good humor
- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS/PREFERENCES:
- Strict attention to detail
- Ability to solve problems and make decisions
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information Understanding of structure of US Government Knowledge of World Geography
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
- Minimal Travel (3-4 times per year)
- Limited travel and flexibility to work extended hours as necessary
- Schedule flexibility for early mornings and late evenings on rare occasions (4-6 times/year)
If you are interested in this position, please send cover letter and resume to tracy@lilly.com with “Fixed Duration AA” in the header; no calls, please.
LILLY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
HOUSE GOP JOB LIST
August 13, 2009
Military Legislative Assistant – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) is hiring a Military Legislative Assistant for his Washington, DC office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, advising the Member on all issues related to the House Armed Services Committee including his position as the Ranking Member of the Military Personnel Subcommittee, advising the Member on other legislative issues as assigned, formulating legislative proposals, interacting with federal agencies, and building coalitions with outside groups and other members of HASC. Applicants must have excellent writing and interpersonal skills, a thorough understanding of legislative policy, and several years of Hill experience. South Carolina ties are a must and military experience is a plus. Please email a cover letter and resume to SC02MLA@mail.house.gov. No calls, faxes, or drop ins please.
Unpaid Interns – Congressman John Culberson (TX-7) seeks unpaid interns for Fall 2009 in his Washington, DC office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering phones, sorting mail, conducting Capitol tours, entering data, and assisting the legislative staff with research projects. Applicants should be energetic, hard working self-starters, that have the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure. Each applicant must have completed at least one year of college. Texas ties are preferred, but not required. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Katie Brindell at Katie.brindell@mail.house.gov, with “Fall Internship” in the subject line. No drop in’s or phone calls please.
August 6, 2009
Press Assistant – Congressman Jeff Flake is searching for a resourceful press assistant with a strong background in new media. Duties include maintaining website and other new media applications, compiling clips, and providing logistical support for interviews. Excellent writing skills required. The position is based in Washington, D.C. Arizona ties preferred but not required. Please send resume and cover letter to az06jobs@gmail.com.
Paid Internship – Congressman John Sullivan (R-OK) is seeking an individual to fill a fall internship position starting on September 1st. This internship is a perfect opportunity to gain Hill experience. General responsibilities include greeting visitors, answering phones, opening and sorting mail. Additional duties may include conducting research, attending hearings, handling constituent correspondence and assisting staff members. Southern ties a plus but not mandatory. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to OK01jobs@mail.house.gov.
August 3, 2009
Scheduler/Office Manager – Congressman Timothy V. Johnson seeks an organized and detail-oriented Scheduler/Office Manager for his DC office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, handling DC scheduling requests for the Member, coordinating travel for Member and staff, handling personal correspondence, and managing office procurement. Ideal candidate must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize responsibilities. Please email cover letter and resume to IL15scheduler@gmail.com.
Paid Interns – The Washington, DC office of Congressman Bill Cassidy (LA-06) is seeking interns to immediately fill paid positions for the fall semester. As an intern, one of your primary responsibilities will be to assist the legislative staff by attending meetings and briefings and researching issues and topics. Interns will also be required to assist the staff in responding to letters, emails, and phone calls from our constituents. Interns will regularly be called upon by staffers to assist them with other duties here in the office as well. Every effort will be made by the staff to suit these requests with the strengths and interests of each intern. Email resume to Cassidy.Internships@mail.house.gov. No calls, please.
July 30, 2009
Legislative Assistant – Congresswoman Brown-Waite seeks a highly motivated individual with exceptional writing, communication and organizational skills to handle a variety of issues including Homeland Security and Judiciary. Responsibilities will include writing legislative mail, formulating and tracking legislative proposals, and briefing the Congresswoman on a daily basis. Successful applicants will have a strong understanding of the legislative process, a knack for research, well developed critical thinking skills, and patience. To apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter, and write an essay explaining what you would do to get on the Real World, D.C. to Kyle.Glenn@mail.house.gov.
Scheduler – Representative Sue Myrick (NC-09) seeks an experienced scheduler for DC office. The ideal candidate will have previous scheduling experience in a congressional office. Office manager experience is a plus. Excellent organizational and time-management skills necessary. North Carolina ties are a bonus, but not necessary. Send resumes to sarah.hale@mail.house.gov.
Interns – The office of Congressman Thaddeus McCotter (MI-11) is seeking interns to immediately fill paid positions for the fall semester. Interns will have the opportunity to attend Committee hearings, learn about legislative processes, and assist in the daily operations of a Congressional office. Candidates must be self-motivated, detail-oriented and outgoing. Applicants are also encouraged to seek academic credit with their institutions. The ideal candidate will be able to start immediately. Michigan ties are a plus! If you are interested in applying for this internship, please e-mail a resume, cover letter and references to hillinternship11@gmail.com.
Interns – Interns wanted to assist Congressman Petri (R-Wisconsin) and his staff in the overall day-to-day operations of the office by investigating constituent requests and drafting responses, answering telephones, greeting visitors, and guiding tours of the Capitol. They will also be assigned research projects as needed. Interns have the opportunity to attend committee hearings and otherwise take advantage of the unique perspective of Capitol Hill. We try to give our interns a firsthand view of the legislative process and we make every effort to provide them with a worthwhile learning experience. This is an excellent opportunity for college students or recent graduates interested in obtaining Capitol Hill experience. These unpaid positions are full or part-time with flexible scheduling available. Fax cover letter and resume to 202-225-2356.
Unpaid interns for District and DC offices – Congressman Erik Paulsen’s Office is currently accepting applications for interns in the District Office in Eden Prairie, MN and in the Washington, D.C. Office for the Fall Semester of 2009. Interns working in the District Office have the opportunity to contribute to the office’s interaction with the surrounding community through constituent services, local events, and community meetings. Interns in the Washington, D.C. Office will gain insight into the federal government and the legislative process by working closely with staff and attending hearings and briefings. We are looking for hardworking applicants with excellent qualifications and with Minnesota and 3rd District connections being a definite plus. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Dan Wick at dan.wick@mail.house.gov
Internship – Capitol Hill internship available for the fall semester to assist Congressman Ed Royce (CA-40) and his staff in the overall day-to-day operations of the office by answering telephones, greeting visitors, guiding tours of the Capitol, investigating constituent requests, and drafting responses. As an intern, you will be assigned research projects as needed. Interns have the opportunity to attend committee hearings and otherwise take advantage of the unique perspective of Capitol Hill. We make it a priority to give our interns a first hand view of the legislative process and we make every effort to provide them with a worthwhile learning experience. This is an excellent opportunity for current college students or recent graduates interested in obtaining Capitol Hill experience. Please fax or email cover letter and resume to (202) 226-0335 or worku.gachou@mail.house.gov.
Fall Interns – Representative Cynthia Lummis (WY-AL) is seeking interns for the Fall 2009 semester. Intern duties include answering phones, greeting constituents, drafting constituent correspondence, attending briefings, Congressional hearings, and preparing memoranda for the office. Attention to detail and professionalism are highly valued. Recent college students or recent graduates, from Wyoming and Western states preferred. Details: Full Time, Monday-Friday; 9AM-6PM, college credit available, monthly stipend, housing not included, but information will be provided. Cover Letter, resume, writing sample deadline is July 31st. Email your application to LummisOpening@gmail.com. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
July 27, 2009
Fall Internship – The office of Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) has an opening for a fall internship position in our Washington, DC office. We are looking for a highly qualified candidate that is motivated, detail-oriented, and personable. The ideal candidate will have excellent research and writing abilities, be able to multi-task and interact well with constituents. Although these are unpaid positions, interns have the opportunity to experience working on Capitol Hill, learn about the legislative process, and attended briefings of interest. Responsibilities include answering the phone, giving tours of the Capitol, assisting with constituent correspondence, and supporting the legislative staff on various projects. Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter to michelle.brenan@mail.house.gov. Washington State ties a plus, but not required.
Internship – Congressman Tim Murphy (PA-18) is currently accepting applications for Fall interns. Responsibilities include: conducting Capitol tours, assisting with constituent calls and requests, handling flag requests, processing mail, researching legislative issues, and attending hearings and briefings. Pennsylvania ties are preferred but not required. Interested applicants should e-mail a resume and cover letter to aric.nesbitt@mail.house.gov with “Internship” in the subject line.
July 23, 2009
Legislative Assistant – The Office of Congressman Michael C. Burgess, MD (R-TX) is seeking a Legislative Assistant whose primary focus will be the Energy and Environment Subcommittee on the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Responsibilities of this position will include writing legislative mail, briefing the Congressman on relevant policy developments, formulating legislative proposals, interacting with federal agencies, and staffing the Member on all of the responsibilities related to the E&E Subcommittee. Strong writing and interpersonal skills are a must. The ideal candidate will have several years of Hill experience and a proven record of implementing legislative initiatives and building coalitions. Please email resume, cover letter, and a writing sample letter to burgessjobs@mail.house.gov with subject line: Attn: LA Position. No calls, drop-ins, or faxes, please.
Unpaid Interns – Howard “Buck” McKeon (CA 25), Ranking Republican member of the House Armed Services Committee, is seeking unpaid interns to for the fall/winter semester. Main responsibilities include answering phones, processing mail, drafting constituent correspondence letters, researching legislative issues, attending meetings/hearings as needed. There will also be opportunities to attend receptions and seminars that interest you. Candidates should be self motivated, enthusiastic, flexible, and computer-literate. This is a great opportunity for college students seeking academic credit. Applicants must be able to make a minimum commitment of four days a week. California ties a plus. Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to Mimma Faudale at mimma.faudale@mail.house.gov
July 20, 2009
Unpaid interns – Congressman Ted Poe (TX-02) seeks unpaid interns for Fall 2009 in his Washington, DC office. Duties include conducting Capitol tours, entering data, greeting visitors, addressing constituent concerns, as well as assisting with administrative and legislative tasks. Applicants should be energetic, hard working self-starters, that are detail oriented, can multi-task, and have a good sense of humor. This is a great opportunity for those seeking Capitol Hill experience. Texas ties are preferred, but not necessary. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Anne Marie Malecha at anne_marie.malecha@mail.house.gov with “Internship” in the subject line. No phone calls please.
July 16, 2009
Interns – Republican Congressman John C. Fleming, M.D. seeks qualified, intelligent, conservative minded individuals to intern in his Washington D.C. office starting as soon as but not limited to August 10th, 2009 until Christmas Break. Duties include answering phones, sorting mail, data entry, and attending briefings. Applicants should be proficient on Microsoft Word and Excel and have a strong work ethic. Applicants with at least introductory knowledge of the legislative process are preferred. Internships are a great learning opportunity; however, all intern positions are unpaid. Class credit is available. If interested, please contact Meghan Marino in my Washington office at 202.225.2777 or email her at meghan.marino@mail.house.gov. Please visit Congressman Fleming’s website at www.fleming.house.gov for more information.
District Interns (Louisiana) – Congressman John C. Fleming, M.D. seeks qualified, intelligent, conservative minded individuals to intern in his District offices in Shreveport, Bossier City, or Leesville, Louisiana starting as soon as but not limited to August 10th, 2009 until Christmas Break. Duties include answering phones, sorting mail, data entry, and attending briefings. Applicants should be proficient on Microsoft Word and Excel and have a strong work ethic. Applicants with at least introductory knowledge of the legislative process are preferred. Internships are a great learning opportunity; however, all intern positions are unpaid. Class credit is available. If interested, please contact Meghan Marino in my Washington office at 202.225.2777 or email her at meghan.marino@mail.house.gov. Please visit Congressman Fleming’s website at www.fleming.house.gov for more information.
Communications Assistant – Congressman Randy Neugebauer seeks a proactive Communications Assistant. Candidates should have an understanding of social networking sites and experience working with new media tools. Responsibilities include working with Communications Director to implement new media strategy and draft some press releases and op-eds. Position will also require implementation of a proactive, targeted constituent communication strategy using email and mail. Ideal candidates will have excellent writing skills, a strong ability to use and adapt to emerging technologies and Texas ties. Please send resumes to tx19jobs@mail.house.gov. No drop-ins or calls please.
Unpaid internship – Congressman Thomas Rooney (R-FL) is seeking unpaid interns for the Fall of 2009. Interns responsibilities include: aiding staff and the Congressman, answering phone calls, processing constituent mail, giving tours, attending hearings and performing other general office duties. Applicants should be enthusiastic, reliable, and hard-working. Please only apply if you are available to work a full time position M-F from 9:00am-5:00pm. Interested candidates should request an application from Michelle.Hawks@mail.house.gov.
July 13, 2009
Legislative Assistant – Congressman Scott Garrett has an opening for a Legislative Assistant handling a variety of issues including Foreign Affairs, Environment and Energy. A successful candidate will have a strong conservative philosophy, be a self-starter, able to manage multiple projects at the same time and perform well under tight deadlines. Strong writing and analytical skills are a must. Please email a cover letter, writing sample and resume to NJ05jobs@mail.house.gov.
Legislative Correspondent – The office of Congressman Connie Mack (R-FL) has an opening for a legislative correspondent (LC) in his Washington office. The LC will be responsible for researching, drafting, and processing constituent mail and assisting with other constituent contact projects. The ideal candidate must have strong research, writing, and organizational skills and previous hill experience with significant knowledge of IQ. Interested applicants should email a resume and a cover letter to sarah.krug@mail.house.gov. Please no phone calls, faxes, or drop-ins.
July 9, 2009
Unpaid Interns – Congressman James Sensenbrenner (R-WI) is currently seeking unpaid fall interns with conservative values, who are available to start in late August or early September. Interns will be responsible for maintaining general front office duties including answering phones, conducting and scheduling tours, logging and writing office correspondence, and a variety of other administrative tasks. Applicants should be detail oriented, punctual, and have excellent communication skills. Wisconsin ties are preferred. Interested candidates should direct their cover letter and resume to Joseph Zapf at joseph.zapf@mail.house.gov. No phone calls please.
Unpaid Intern – Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX) seeks qualified, motivated, and intelligent individuals to serve as interns in his Washington, D.C. office for the fall semester. The position will involve numerous and varied tasks ranging from guiding constituents on tours of the Capitol, answering the telephones, organizing and inputting mail, and drafting letters. Interns are additionally encouraged to further their own education by attending hearings, briefings, and other thought-provoking activities. Texas ties are encouraged, but not required. Qualified individuals should have at least some college background, a record of leadership and involvement in extracurricular activities, a strong writing ability, and a pervasive interest in the way our government operates. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Katie.Weiss@mail.house.gov.
July 6, 2009
Communications Director – Congressman Jeb Hensarling is searching for an experienced Communications Director. The ideal candidate for this Washington, DC,-based position is a conservative who possesses strategic messaging and management skills, a strong grasp of financial services issues, solid writing credentials, new media experience and national media contacts. This position is considered a senior member of Congressman Hensarling’s management team. Pay is commensurate with experience. Please send resume and brief cover letter to tx05jobs@mail.house.gov. No faxes or drop-offs please.
June 29, 2009
Communications Director – Congressman Phil Gingrey (GA-11) seeks an aggressive Communications Director with significant press and speech writing experience. Responsibilities will include developing and executing the communications strategy as well as writing speeches, press releases, and op-eds. The ideal candidate will have significant Capitol Hill experience and established media contacts, as well as strong writing, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Georgia ties are a plus, but not required. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to David.Sours@mail.house.gov. Please no phone calls, faxes, or drop-ins.
Unpaid interns – The office of Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) is seeking unpaid interns for the Fall of 2009. Candidates must be conservative Republicans. Interns will have the opportunity to attend committee hearings and briefings for staff members, assist in the constituent correspondence process, as well as with other constituent services. Responsibilities include: taking phone calls, processing constituent mail, and performing other general office duties. Applicants should be interested in the legislative process, enthusiastic, reliable, and hard-working. Full or part time internships with flexible schedules are available. Interested candidates should fax their resume and cover letter to (202) 225-4382 or email tom.crosson@mail.house.gov.
Internships – The Office of Congressman Jim Jordan (R-OH) is seeking bold, energetic, conservative individuals for paid/unpaid Fall Internships, beginning around Labor Day. During your time with our office, you will be given the opportunity to develop leadership, management, and policy experience. Duties include everything from answering phones and mail, conducting tours of the U.S. Capitol, to assisting staff members and Congressman Jordan with achieving our legislative goals and constituent outreach. You will be challenged and will be given practical tools for career and academic success. Applicants should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, be self-motivated, and able to work as part of a professional team. Fourth District/Ohio ties are a plus. Applicant Instructions: All interested persons should contact Kevin Kichinger, Internship Coordinator for Congressman Jim Jordan, at 202-225-2676 or kevin.eichinger@mail.house.gov.
Please have cover letter, resume, references, and a writing sample available.
June 25, 2009
Internship – The office of Congressman Zach Wamp (R-TN) is seeking qualified interns to fill full and part-time positions for the fall semester. Work for an energetic, results-oriented Republican and gain invaluable, career-building experience on Capitol Hill by assisting in daily Congressional office duties, helping with incoming constituent communication, and aiding legislative staff and communications director on special projects. This internship is unpaid and requires a minimum time-commitment of three half-working days per week (15 hours). To apply, please fill out the application listed on our website and send it, along with a resume to the attention of Intern Coordinator (preferably in Word format) by email to ehall@mail.house.gov or fax to: 202-225-3494.
Job Title: Operations Manager
Reports To: Co-directors
Status: Exempt Payroll Status, Regular Full-Time
A national, nonprofit environmental organization is seeking an Operations Manager to manage and coordinate all aspects of managing office operations in Washington, DC.
Summary:
The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of managing office operations for a non-profit organization working on food safety and agriculture issues. The position requires a broad base of skills ranging from administrative, computer/technology , and finance management. We are looking for someone with a positive, “can-do” outlook and the ability to multi-task in an organized manner.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Office Management and General:
• Develop and manage overall office procedures and administration— this includes communications and technology systems.
• Manage accounting and intern staff; this includes hiring, evaluating, and training of staff.
• Supervise and Manage accounting and financial systems—this includes helping to develop annual organizational budgets; assessing expenses; reviewing financial reports, etc.
• Manage lease operations.
• Manage Human Resources—includes managing payroll and benefits; developing and implementing employee policies and staff evaluation and training.
Experience/Skills:
• Experience with institutional development and management.
• Experience with accounting systems, and budgets and financial statements.
• Experience in personnel management.
• Strong administrative skills—well organized in administrative procedures and systems. Able to see the big picture, but also will pay attention to details.
• Ability to take initiative—identify issues and work toward a solution.
• Ability to work collaboratively and creatively.
• Strong ability to absorb information about data systems, servers and other aspects of office technology and communication requirements.
• Ability to be flexible, switch work plans and priorities as needed, and juggle many responsibilities.
• Comfortable with fast-paced environment and deadlines.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience. We provide excellent health, dental, and vision benefits; paid holidays; and generous vacation package.
If interested and qualified for this position, please send resume and cover letter to:
opmanagerjob@ gmail.com
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2 Jobs
1. Membership Director
The Marijuana Policy Project, a fast-paced, well-respected lobbying organization, is seeking a Membership Director to manage MPP’s growing Membership staff and oversee all of MPP’s communications with its national membership. The position is based in Washington, D.C.
Qualifications
The Membership Director must (1) be an excellent writer, with the ability to synthesize large amounts of information to produce compelling, inspirational appeals; (2) be an outstanding manager, with a track record of strong, results-driven management; and (3) have significant experience in fundraising.
Candidates also should be highly organized, have a meticulous attention to detail, and be able to perform exceptionally in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
The Membership Director is responsible for:
* Working with MPP’s Executive Director to create and implement each year’s master fundraising plan and ensuring that the organization hits its annual fundraising goals;
* Managing the Membership department’s workflow and a 7-9 person staff, ensuring that each staff member meets his or her goals each quarter (the staff includes development officers, a major gifts officer, and a membership coordinator) ;
* Writing and overseeing the production of a variety of fundraising and membership materials, including six fundraising solicitations annually to MPP’s membership; grant applications; membership solicitation mailings; response materials to people who request more information from the organization; renewal notices; thank-you letters; an annual report and several prospectuses about the organization; MPP’s three-times- a-year newsletter; and brochures, Web site content, and other assorted promotional materials;
* Editing miscellaneous communications from other department staffers; and
* Coordinating outreach to $1,000+ donors to ensure they sustain or increase their giving.
Compensation
MPP offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including health care, retirement contributions, and a generous vacation policy.
To Apply
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to resumes@mpp. org. Your cover letter should include the information delineated at http://www.mpp. org/jobs/ process.html , as well as salary requirements. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
About MPP
With 36 employees, 27,000 dues-paying members and 100,000 e-mail subscribers nationwide, MPP is the largest marijuana policy reform organization in the United States. MPP works to minimize the harm associated with marijuana – both the consumption of marijuana and the laws that are intended to prohibit its use – and believes that the greatest harm associated with marijuana is imprisonment.
Thank you for your interest.
2. Major Gifts Officer
The Marijuana Policy Project, a fast-paced, well-respected lobbying organization, is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to coordinate the cultivation of MPP’s top prospects and donors. The position is based in Washington, D.C.
This is a great opportunity for someone smart and organized to play a integral role in a fast-paced, well-respected advocacy organization.
Responsibilities
The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for:
* Identifying the top prospects who the Executive Director should meet with in a given year;
* Reaching out to major prospects, by phone and in writing, in order to arrange for them to meet with MPP’s Executive Director and, based on the results of these requests, creating a travel schedule for the Executive Director to take the most efficient advantage of these opportunities;
* Performing all necessary follow-up from the Executive Director’s meetings, including answering questions from the prospects and following up on leads;
* Developing a list of the top prospects who MPP’s regional development officers should meet with in a given year, and monitoring their progress to ensure these meetings stay on track;
* Overseeing personal thank-you’s to major donors;
* Overseeing in-depth research on new and potential major donors, as well as responding to ad hoc requests to research prospects and/or conduct database queries for the other staff members;
* Assisting with broad-based outreach to wealthy donors and prospects in the geographic areas the executive director is going to be visiting; and
* Creating and implementing a wealth screening plan for MPP’s database.
The Major Gifts Officer reports to MPP’s Membership Director.
Qualifications
Candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills and strong written and verbal communication skills, be highly organized, have a meticulous attention to detail, and be able to perform exceptionally in a fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate would have fundraising and/or major donor experience and the ability to conduct his/her own in-person major donor meetings, but this is not a requirement.
Compensation
The salary for the position is $35,000, or $40,000-$45, 000 for candidates with experience doing major donor outreach. In addition, MPP offers excellent benefits, including health care, retirement contributions, and a generous vacation policy.
To Apply
To apply, please see MPP’s application guidelines at http://www.mpp. org/jobs/ process.html and follow the instructions there.
About MPP
With 36 employees, 27,000 dues-paying members and 100,000 e-mail subscribers nationwide, MPP is the largest marijuana policy reform organization in the United States. MPP works to minimize the harm associated with marijuana – both the consumption of marijuana and the laws that are intended to prohibit its use – and believes that the greatest harm associated with marijuana is imprisonment.
Thank you for your interest.
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Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago
Washington, DC
Fall 2009 Federal Policy Internship
The Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago’s Government Affairs office seeks an undergraduate student for a fall 2009 internship in its Washington DC Government Affairs office. Receiving more than $250 million in federal funds, the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago supports a network of more than 120 health and human services agencies serving more than 300,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and hundreds of thousand more in 59 countries around the world.
Prior exposure to government relations, non-profits, and domestic policy would be helpful. The selected candidate will gain exposure to Capitol Hill and the Administration, develop an understanding of a variety of domestic social policy issues, and a first-hand look inside the Jewish communal world.
The candidate should have excellent writing and research skills, be able to juggle multiple projects at once, and have a solid foundation in Microsoft Office. Specific responsibilities during the internship will include:
• Attend and/or watch congressional hearings and provide notes to Government Affairs staff
• Prepare and update materials for Capitol Hill visits
• Assist with all phases of preparation for special outreach events, including advocacy missions
• Compile and analyze surveys
• Research and draft documents on issues which include, but are not limited to, senior transportation, aging, Israel, Medicaid, Darfur, Medicare, Iran, and family caregiving.
The Federal Policy Internship is a part-time internship (flexible but consistent 15-20/hour/week) . This internship is unpaid.
Please forward a resume/cover letter, writing sample, and any questions to: gov@juf.org or fax at 202-466-7092. Please visit www.juf.org/ gov for an overview of JUF/JF’s Government Affairs Program.
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Democratic campaign in Mercer County, NJ is seeking a select few
individuals to serve as paid canvassers. Get involved in the most
competitive races in the state and county for 2009! Ideal candidates
will have an interest in politics, be willing to work hard, be able to
enjoy being part of a team, and able to commit 10-20 hours a week. No
previous campaign experience is needed. This is a great opportunity to
build your resume, meet like-minded people, and make money!
Please reply to victory09mercer@ gmail.com with a resume today, spaces
are limited!
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JOB: Healthcare regulatory & grassroots lobbyist
Date: Tues, Aug 18 2009 7:38 am
*Job Description*
Healthcare trade association seeks candidate for position as Government
Affairs Representative.
Duties include: responding to technical inquiries from members regarding
Medicare Part B policy and regulation, presentations on healthcare
legislation/ regulations and coordination of the organization’ s grassroots
efforts. Applicants should have a substantive knowledge of Medicare or
healthcare issues, a bachelor’s degree and strong communication skills.
Political or healthcare policy experience is helpful. Competitive salary and
benefits.
Send resume and cover letter to:
Medical Group Management Association
c/o Government Affairs Assistant
1717 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 600
Washington, DC 20006
Fax: 202.293.2787
Email: dcjobs@mgma. com
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NoVA Delegate Race Hiring Paid Canvassers
Date: Tues, Aug 18 2009 7:50 am
High profile Northern Virginia House of Delegates race is hiring paid
canvassers. Shifts are from 4 -8pm M-Th, and 12-6pm Sa/Su. Reliable
transportation required. Compensation based on experience, starting at
$8/hour. Mandatory training session will be held the week of August
23rd, with shifts beginning August 30th. To apply or get more
information, email john@vanderhye. com
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High-profile campaign seeks interns
Date: Tues, Aug 18 2009 7:45 am
*Northern Virginia Delegate Campaign Looking for Interns*
A high-profile targeted House of Delegates campaign is looking for interns
to begin immediately and stay on through the election November 3rd. This
internship is perfect for high school or college students, or recent grads,
who have an interest in politics or are pursuing a related career. Interns
will participate in:
*-Direct voter contact*
*-Volunteer recruitment*
*-Data management*
*-Staffing campaign events*
Interns will be expected to complete 4 shifts per week:
*-At least 3 weekday shifts (4-hour afternoon or evening shift)*
*-At least 1 weekend shift (4-hour morning or afternoon shift)*
Although this is an unpaid position, we will work with students to provide
class/service hours credit. This is an exciting and important race, so the
internship will act as a great resume-builder. Professional references can
also be provided upon successful completion.
No previous campaign experience is necessary, but always a plus. No travel
required, but reliable transportation to campaign office in Northern
Virginia is necessary. Send your resume and contact info to
delegatecampaign@ gmail.com with “Campaign Intern” in the subject line.
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TOPIC: Paid Canvassers
Date: Tues, Aug 18 2009 7:45 am
From: NoVA Delegate
Paid Canvassers needed in targeted NoVA House of Delegates race. $10/hr,
minimum of 10 hours a week. Perfect for high school and college students.
Shifts run Monday through Thursday 5-7pm, Saturday 10am-2pm, Sunday 1-5pm. No
previous campaign or canvassing experience is necessary, but a plus. Need
reliable transportation to campaign headquarters. Interested applicants
should send resume or contact information to delegatecampaign@ gmail.com with
“Paid Canvass” in the subject line.
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New Media Manager – Leadership Conference On Civil Rights
Date: Tues, Aug 18 2009 7:38 am
http://www.civilrig hts.org/career_ center/new- media-manager. html
New Media Manager
The Leadership Conference on Civil Rights is the leading coalition of
organizations committed to civil rights in the U.S., and the Leadership
Conference on Civil Rights Education Fund is the research and education arm
of the coalition.
The New Media Manager will be responsible for leading a small team to work
collaboratively with communications, field, policy and development
departments to develop, drive and implement online communications strategies
for a fast-paced multi-issue organization. This is a full-time position and
the employee reports to the Vice President of Communications.
Skills and Qualifications
- Possesses strong strategic thinking abilities and outstanding judgment
- Proven track record in managing innovative online organizing campaigns
- Experience managing multiple fast-paced, deadline-driven projects
- Familiarity with and understanding of HTML, CSS languages, Google
Tools, and Convio’s GetActive CMS platform
- Proficiency analyzing and tracking web metrics and analytics to
maximize online traffic and engagement
- Ability to work effectively in a team structure and to contribute to a
collaborative creative process
- Ability to work in
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