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Glen Echo Group

<div>ABOUT ORCHESTRA

Orchestra is a strategic communications and marketing company built for today's complex and fragmented world. From decoding audiences to designing bold strategies, Orchestra integrates people, platforms, and stories that stick to help clients build lasting influence. The company offers programs that span from the highest level strategic business counsel through to tactical execution. Orchestra brings together 700+ people with experience across consumer and lifestyle, technology, nonprofit and philanthropy, real estate, sports, travel, hospitality, and more. Made up of leading firms BerlinRosen, Civitas Public Affairs Group, Derris, Glen Echo Group, Inkhouse, M18, Message Lab, Onward and Small Girls PR. It also launched Brightmode, a talent acquisition firm for communications professionals, and Versus Media Group, a strategy-first political media team. Learn more at www.orchestraco.com.

People of all backgrounds and abilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Orchestra is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff, and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist, and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow.

ABOUT THE GLEN ECHO GROUP

Glen Echo Group seeks a Director of Public Affairs to join our fast-growing, DC-based team. As one of the leading storytellers for the internet-enabled world, this role will combine passion, industry and policy knowledge and creative communications expertise to tell the stories of innovation and how technology can move the world forward as a force for good.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and work every day with the leading brands and innovators of the new economy. Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and implementing successful media relations campaigns and have a background in policy and/or public affairs. This person should be a strong team player with a demonstrated commitment to client service, an excellent track record in creating and executing integrated communications campaigns and an interest in technology policy.

Role location: This role is available in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis. The team is in-office at least 2-3 days per week.

ACCOUNTABILITIES &amp; QUALIFICATIONS

As a Director of Public Affairs, you will...
<ul>
<li>Serve as the day-to-day client manager, core team member and communications lead across a variety of clients</li>
<li>Develop media strategies and collateral materials and execute across a variety of media platforms; build and cultivate trusted relationships across media platforms; interact and earn coverage from key press</li>
<li>Manage projects and campaigns, set and manage deadlines, budgets and employ best-of-class communications and measurement tools</li>
<li>Understand digital and content marketing channels and employ excellent written and communications skills to create and deliver compelling and persuasive content</li>
<li>Demonstrate knowledge of industry tools for client service, including data and analytics, social tools, metrics and business and industry development</li>
</ul>
Essential Skills:
<ul>
<li>7+ years of communications experience, including the ability to translate complex issues into simple and compelling communications campaigns</li>
<li>Strong project manager with the ability to juggle multiple clients and deliver results in a fast-paced, collaborative environment</li>
<li>Strong media relationships and networks, excellent writing skills and utilization of communications tools</li>
<li>Background and interest in policy issues; expertise in crafting and executing integrated public affairs campaigns</li>
<li>Ability to identify and counsel on emerging issues, respond to urgent client requests while navigating a constant and challenging media environment</li>
<li>Ability to contribute to new business efforts and the growth of existing clients</li>
<li>Has a strong attention to detail, enthusiasm, creativity and professionalism, a desire to work hard in a fast-paced environment and be part of an extraordinary group of people</li>
</ul>
WORKING AT ORCHESTRA

Salary range (commensurate with experience and skills): $110,000 - $140,000 


#LI-SA1

#LI-Hybrid<div> 

We're part of Orchestra, the first communications company built for today's media landscape. Since 2022, it's acquired nine firms, including: BerlinRosen, Civitas Public Affairs Group, Derris, Glen Echo Group, Inkhouse, M18, Message Lab, Onward and Small Girls PR. It also launched Brightmode, a talent acquisition firm for your communication professionals. Learn more at: www.orchestraco.com.

To ensure that applicants are matched with the job that best suits their qualifications and interests, information that you submit may be shared with our network agencies. By providing your information, you are consenting to allow us and our subsidiaries to keep your information on file and to contact you regarding job opportunities, recruitment events and other related updates.</div></div>

Director, Public Affairs

Orchestra

<div>ABOUT ORCHESTRA

Orchestra is a strategic communications and marketing company built for today's complex and fragmented world. From decoding audiences to designing bold strategies, Orchestra integrates people, platforms, and stories that stick to help clients build lasting influence. The company offers programs that span from the highest level strategic business counsel through to tactical execution. Orchestra brings together 700+ people with experience across consumer and lifestyle, technology, nonprofit and philanthropy, real estate, sports, travel, hospitality, and more. Made up of leading firms BerlinRosen, Civitas Public Affairs Group, Derris, Glen Echo Group, Inkhouse, M18, Message Lab, Onward and Small Girls PR. It also launched Brightmode, a talent acquisition firm for communications professionals, and Versus Media Group, a strategy-first political media team. Learn more at www.orchestraco.com.

People of all backgrounds and abilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Orchestra is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff, and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist, and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow.

ABOUT THE GLEN ECHO GROUP

Glen Echo Group seeks a Director of Public Affairs to join our fast-growing, DC-based team. As one of the leading storytellers for the internet-enabled world, this role will combine passion, industry and policy knowledge and creative communications expertise to tell the stories of innovation and how technology can move the world forward as a force for good.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and work every day with the leading brands and innovators of the new economy. Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and implementing successful media relations campaigns and have a background in policy and/or public affairs. This person should be a strong team player with a demonstrated commitment to client service, an excellent track record in creating and executing integrated communications campaigns and an interest in technology policy.

Role location: This role is available in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis. The team is in-office at least 2-3 days per week.

ACCOUNTABILITIES &amp; QUALIFICATIONS

As a Director of Public Affairs, you will...
<ul>
<li>Serve as the day-to-day client manager, core team member and communications lead across a variety of clients</li>
<li>Develop media strategies and collateral materials and execute across a variety of media platforms; build and cultivate trusted relationships across media platforms; interact and earn coverage from key press</li>
<li>Manage projects and campaigns, set and manage deadlines, budgets and employ best-of-class communications and measurement tools</li>
<li>Understand digital and content marketing channels and employ excellent written and communications skills to create and deliver compelling and persuasive content</li>
<li>Demonstrate knowledge of industry tools for client service, including data and analytics, social tools, metrics and business and industry development</li>
</ul>
Essential Skills:
<ul>
<li>7+ years of communications experience, including the ability to translate complex issues into simple and compelling communications campaigns</li>
<li>Strong project manager with the ability to juggle multiple clients and deliver results in a fast-paced, collaborative environment</li>
<li>Strong media relationships and networks, excellent writing skills and utilization of communications tools</li>
<li>Background and interest in policy issues; expertise in crafting and executing integrated public affairs campaigns</li>
<li>Ability to identify and counsel on emerging issues, respond to urgent client requests while navigating a constant and challenging media environment</li>
<li>Ability to contribute to new business efforts and the growth of existing clients</li>
<li>Has a strong attention to detail, enthusiasm, creativity and professionalism, a desire to work hard in a fast-paced environment and be part of an extraordinary group of people</li>
</ul>
WORKING AT ORCHESTRA

Salary range (commensurate with experience and skills): $110,000 - $140,000 


#LI-SA1

#LI-Hybrid<div> 

Orchestra is the first communications company built for today's media landscape. Since 2022, it's acquired nine firms, including: BerlinRosen, Civitas Public Affairs Group, Derris, Glen Echo Group, Inkhouse, M18, Message Lab, Onward and Small Girls PR. It also launched Brightmode, a talent acquisition firm for your communication professionals. Learn more at: www.orchestraco.com.

To ensure that applicants are matched with the job that best suits their qualifications and interests, information that you submit may be shared with our network agencies. By providing your information, you are consenting to allow us and our subsidiaries to keep your information on file and to contact you regarding job opportunities, recruitment events and other related updates.</div></div>

Invariant LLC

<div>Do you have a passion for building brands, positioning executives, and managing issues?
Invariant seeks a Director to join our thriving and growing Financial Services communications team. We are looking for a communications leader with broader experience in financial services policy across the sector. You&rsquo;ll work with a diverse and energetic team of experts to drive impact for clients across the financial ecosystem.
Our clients range from well-known Fortune 500 companies and disruptive start-ups to asset managers and insurance agencies. We help our clients solve complex challenges, create opportunities for growth, and break through busy news cycles, long social media feeds, and hectic calendars, to influence audiences that matter most.
Invariant is a different kind of firm. We look at communications, public affairs, government relations, and business strategy holistically. You will do challenging, impactful work here at the center of some of the most consequential issues in finance. If that sounds interesting to you, come join us.
What you&rsquo;ll do<ul><li>Lead integrated client teams across public affairs, earned media, financial and trade press, digital strategy, and stakeholder engagement, serving as the strategic quarterback who ensures seamless execution and measurable results</li><li>Craft compelling narratives that translate complex financial and media relations into business value, policy impact, and media stories</li><li>Design and manage integrated campaigns that blend traditional media relations with digital strategy, content creation, event programming, and thought leadership to drive measurable outcomes</li><li>Mentor and develop junior team members while managing multiple fast-moving workstreams with competing deadlines</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues to create pitch decks, presentation materials, briefings, and informative client deliverables.</li></ul>
Who you are<ul><li>8+ years of strategic communications experience, with demonstrated expertise in financial services, capital markets, fintech, or related policy-driven sectors.</li><li>A strategic thinker who understands how financial markets, the business press, and regulatory environments intersect, and can help clients navigate all three.</li><li>Digitally native and platform-savvy, with proven success developing integrated strategies that leverage new media, social platforms, and emerging channels to reach and influence target audiences.</li><li>Experience with crypto/digital assets is a plus, including familiarity with the industry, key players, and regulatory debates.</li><li>AI-proficient and forward-thinking about how emerging tools can enhance research, analysis, content creation, and client service delivery.</li><li>An exceptional writer and editor who can move seamlessly between executive memos, media pitches, thought leadership content, and social media.</li><li>A relationship builder with strong existing networks across media, policy, and technology communities.</li><li>Comfortable in complexity, thriving in fast-paced, high-pressure environments where you're managing multiple clients, tight deadlines, and evolving priorities.</li><li>A natural leader who can manage both up and down, providing clear direction to junior staff while earning trust with senior clients and firm leadership.</li><li>Entrepreneurial and growth-minded, eager to contribute to business development, shape the firm's offerings, and help us continue our trajectory from startup to industry leader.</li><li>Proficient in use of digital software and technology, including databases such as Cision and Meltwater, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.</li></ul>
The target salary range for this role is $175,000-200,000 USD annually. The base salary will be determined based on skills, experience, and market data.
In addition, our total rewards package includes an annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance and that of the firm; commissions; robust medical, dental, and vision plans with employer HSA contributions; generous retirement matching; educational assistance; professional development assistance; unlimited time off; and other benefits.
Invariant is committed to creating a diverse culture and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.</div>

Director, Strategic Communications, Financial Services

International Fresh Produce

<div>Position Summary

The International Fresh Produce Association is a global trade organization, recognized for its dynamism and influence, committed to creating a vibrant future for all and advancing the prosperity of the fruit, vegetable, and floral industries. As the foremost industry voice for members worldwide throughout the supply chain, IFPA collaborates with stakeholders, policymakers, and the media to shape policies that foster economic prosperity for our members, promote a fair and competitive global marketplace, and boost the consumption and purchase of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. 


The association is in search of a dynamic and experienced media leader for the position of Director, Communications, and Public Affairs. In this crucial role, the individual will play a key part in shaping and enhancing the organization's global image and advising leaders on intricate policy and regulatory landscapes. This position demands a combination of acumen and proactive measures to strategically plan, devise, and implement effective communication strategies, particularly focusing on U.S. and global government entities. The role involves close collaboration with leaders across the association to drive IFPA&rsquo;s policy positions and establish a compelling brand voice to increase positive awareness of the industry and IFPA members among key stakeholders. We are seeking a self-starter with curiosity, tenacity, policy expertise, media savviness, creativity, and a drive to achieve success for this exciting opportunity. 


Position Responsibilities

Strategic Policy Leadership (20 %)
<ul><li>Provide strategic counsel to the corporate communications and marketing teams on the policy issues, implications and recommendations leveraging communications and media</li>
<li>Work closely with the Government Relations, Food Safety and Regulatory and Science and Technology teams with ongoing issues affecting policy</li></ul> 


Media and Policy Relations (20%)
<ul>
<li>Develop and implement a comprehensive public affairs communications and media relations strategy to enhance the association&rsquo;s awareness, issues and visibility</li>
<li>Cultivate relationships with journalists, editors and media outlets to secure positive coverage</li>
<li>Manage external agency resources</li>
<li>Cultivate relationship to build the IFPA brand within Washington, DC circles</li></ul> 


Pitching and Writing (40 %)
<ul>
<li>Manage and measure association&rsquo;s government and issues communications program</li>
<li>Create and execute media pitches for government trade and consumer media related to policy issues</li>
<li>Proactively seek opportunities to drive the association&rsquo;s positions and narrative</li>
<li>Ensures appropriate metrics are being measured to capture association&rsquo;s media and messaging performance</li>
<li>Monitor policy stories and media landscape for proactive opportunities to leverage company thought leaders and positions</li>
<li>Ensure media experience and partnership with association is productive and positive</li></ul> 


Stakeholder Management and Execution (20%)
<ul>
<li>Collaborate with internal teams to develop and refine key policy messages</li>
<li>Craft compelling and clear communications including press releases, statements, quotes and talking points</li>
<li>Serve as lead press handler for IFPA members and Senior management during appearances, including testimony</li>
<li>Drive communications strategy to amplify the association&rsquo;s policy priorities and government relations advocacy efforts</li>
<li>Partner and align with marketing and communications functions to ensure a seamless and cohesive brand narrative; leverage IFPA research and experts to solidify expertise and value</li></ul> 


Miscellaneous Position Information

Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities
<ul>
<li>Bachelors degree required in Communications, Public Relations, English, Journalism or related field.</li>
<li>Masters Degree preferred</li>
<li>8 years of progressive experience with communications, media relations and leading a team</li>
<li>Experience working for a political office, agency or organization in Washington, DC strongly preferred</li>
<li>Experience working with Washington DC media strongly preferred</li>
<li>Strong Understanding of industry issues, US trade policy; basic understanding of the global trade landscape desired</li>
<li>Interest and understanding of government policy and political science strongly preferred</li>
<li>Familiarity with EU Government institutions, processes and policy landscape a plus</li>
<li>Proven track record of effective communications on policy issues and initiatives</li>
<li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal skills, media relationships and stakeholder engagement</li>
<li>Proactive, hands-off execution and innovative angles to stories and visibility</li>
<li>Drive for results and relentless pursuit to win</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders including senior executives, association members and government offices</li>
<li>Effective agency management experience requires</li>
<li>Ability to learn quickly and prioritize information</li>
<li>Proven results with successful campaigns or policy victories</li>
<li>Knowledge and ability to deliver on standard and innovative PR tactics and best practices.</li>
<li>Ability to work in face-paced environment, under pressure and balance multiple priorities effectively</li>
<li>Located in the Washington DC metro area strongly preferred.</li>
<li>MS Office suite</li></ul> 


Measures for Success
<ul>
<li>Increase association influence in the Washington DC political landscape to champion the voice of the membership</li>
<li>Deliver on organizational communications metrics</li>
<li>Collaborate and contribute with internal team especially government relations and subject matter experience on execution of planning tactics</li></ul> 


Travel

Business related travel required on average 3-5_times per year.</div>

Director, Communications and Public Affairs

Bryson Gillette

<div>Who We Are
Bryson Gillette is a Washington, D.C. and California-based, minority-owned, intentionally-diverse strategic communications and public affairs firm dedicated to serving the needs of its clients and delivering results. With expertise in strategic communications, media relations, crisis communications, and political consulting, we develop tailored strategies that shape narratives around the issues that matter to clients and address their most pressing communications needs. 
We work with political candidates, progressive organizations, major companies, and nonprofits. Our partners and vendors are also leaders in their fields. We are primarily based out of Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles, and are currently working in a hybrid work environment in these locations. 
We are also a fun, smart, collaborative group who care about the world around us and seek to make positive change at home and across the country. We are experts without egos and creatives without control issues. Come work with us and you&rsquo;ll learn a lot, make an impact, and have fun doing it. 
We are an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and/or veteran status. 
Who You Are
You are a smart, kind, and friendly individual who works hard and well with others. You are an exceptional communicator who produces excellent, strategic, and creative work, while also bringing a lot of heart to everything you do. People describe you as a self-starter and problem-solver, who multitasks well and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You bring a diverse perspective to every conversation, while also listening and empathizing. Above all, you want to leave a lasting, positive impact on the world around you. You&rsquo;ll join an amazing campaign season cohort where you&rsquo;ll be able to leverage your skills, build new ones, all while making an impact for the 2026 election cycle. 
What You&rsquo;ll Do<ul><li>
Lead and run campaigns: We pride ourselves on providing excellent service to our clients. You will serve on different client teams, often as the client-facing point person, ensuring that long and short term goals are achieved and deadlines are met. You will manage multiple campaigns at once, overseeing scheduling, workflow, approvals, and troubleshooting to ensure that no balls are dropped. You will discover and understand the needs and goals of each type of campaign and create a tailored approach for each. To be successful, you&rsquo;ll need to stay exceptionally organized and be comfortable managing up, laterally and down. You will need to manage a combination of staff, vendors, and client-side points of contact. You&rsquo;ll need to be able to serve the needs of an individual client, or a client-team with many moving parts.</li></ul><ul><li>
Assist in the Development of Media Strategy: You will work with client teams and our media buyers to create paid advertising programs for a variety of candidates and causes. We pride ourselves on creating bespoke campaigns; we want you to be creative, responsive, and a strategic partner. You will work on all types of political and advocacy campaigns, assisting the next generation of candidates or issue leaders execute smart campaigns on-the-ground, online, and over the airwaves. You know what makes a good story and how to turn leaders into champions on critical issues, which is something you hopefully have done in a previous role. You appreciate the impact of in-person, retail politics, and understand the need for a digital equivalent in all of the engagement we do. Ideally, you have a strong understanding of political campaigns and have experience working on or managing one, whether for a candidate or an advocacy organization.</li><li>
Oversee Ad Production &amp; Placement: It will be important for you to build relationships with clients, team members, and vendors, and to do so in a remote environment. You will own media and production timelines, coordinating shoots and post production with the Paid Media &amp; Production Operations team to ensure timely spot delivery and quality control, and platform-ready assets. Building rapport in the virtual and the real world is crucial. Upholding a strict level of confidentiality, while establishing and maintaining trusting and warm relationships both internally and externally is key.</li><li>
Oversee Reporting &amp; Analysis: The person in this role will be responsible for ensuring campaigns and candidates have full visibility into every dollar of their media investment. This will include compiling reports and maintaining dashboards that deliver data-driven insights into the performance of our advertising campaign&mdash;tracking key metrics such as impressions, video completion rates, engagement, and geographic reach. You will work with the client team and vendors to understand what messages and content are working, what other advertising spending is happening, and adjust media strategy accordingly.</li><li>
Be a team player and grow: We are currently a mid-sized team but are continually growing. We have an all-hands-on-deck approach in a remote working environment. To be successful in this role, you should be responsive to emails, texts, and calls from clients, team members, and vendors, and be willing to work some nights and weekends as campaigns near critical deadlines.</li></ul> 
What Skills and Experiences You&rsquo;ll Bring<ul><li>
At least 5-10 years of work experience in political campaigns, communications and/or political consulting firms or in government</li><li>
Exceptional written and oral communication skills; an ability to communicate complex information succinctly.</li><li>
Self-starter, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Excellent attention to detail and organized; comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously</li><li>
Strong client service instincts; able to manage up, anticipate needs, and communicate clearly under pressure.</li><li>
Sound political judgment and strong interest in the news, politics, and campaign strategy.</li><li>
Strong team player with the ability to work effectively with diverse senior management, clients and colleague</li><li>
A growth mindset</li></ul> 
What Would Be Great to Bring<ul><li>
4+ years of political campaign experience (campaign, IE, advocacy, or consulting), including direct experience with paid media.</li><li>
Familiarity with ad production processes (shoots, post-production workflow) is a plus.</li><li>
Experience working with high-level clients or individuals, including briefing, media prep, and staffing</li><li>
Experience working in a political or advocacy capacity in several states</li><li>
Experience working on issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion, and/or social or racial justice advocacy</li><li>
Experience as a digital staffer for a campaign or organization a plus</li><li>
Experience interacting with media vendors as a campaign manager, committee staffer, or organization staffer a plus</li><li>
Spanish speaker and writer and/or experience with multicultural media outlets</li><li>
Good sense of humor</li><li>
Located in the D.C. area, Los Angeles, or New York preferred; other locations for the right person</li></ul> 
Compensation &amp; Benefits<ul><li>
This position is for a fixed term, through November 13, 2026, with the possibility of extending based on strong performance and needed capacity.</li><li>
The salary range for this position is an annual salary of $90,000 - $120,000. For clarity, this is the starting range for the position.</li><li>
Bryson provides insurance coverage for employees and their dependents, which includes fully paid monthly premiums for PPO health plan, dental, and vision coverage.</li><li>
Flexible Time-Off policy</li></ul> 
How-to-apply
Application Deadline: March 8th
Interested candidates should submit the following to the HR Business Partner, Ra&uacute;l Hern&aacute;ndez, via the application link.<ul><li>
Please upload:</li><li><div><ul><li>
Resume (Naming Convention: Last Name. First Name_Resume)</li><li>
Cover letter (Last Name. First Name_Cover Letter) answering the following questions (in no more than one page, 11 point font):</li><li><div><ul><li>
Why are you interested in this position?</li><li>
What makes you an exceptional candidate for this position in particular?</li><li>
Where did you learn about this opportunity?</li></ul></div></li></ul></div></li></ul></div>

Director, Political Special Projects (Fixed Term)

Blue Cross Blue Shield

<div>This role executes strategies that advance BCBSA's legislative and regulatory objectives, advocating for BCBSA's policy priorities. It involves developing and maintaining productive relationships with Members of Congress and their staff, Administration staff, and key stakeholders, representing BCBSA at both official and political events. This position collaborates across the Association, and with the Plans to inform strategies for issues impacting Plan business while staying abreast of the range of health policy issues that directly impact the insurance industry. Additionally, it involves collaborating with Federal Affairs to execute strategies and action plans for the use of Plan resources at the federal level.<div></div><ul><li>
Develop, foster, and strengthen relationships with key Members of Congress, Congressional Committees, Caucuses and Congressional staff. Engage in federal lobbying activities with Members of Congress, Congressional Committees, Congressional staff, the White House, federal agencies and other health-related organizations to influence legislative and regulatory developments on priority issues. Positively represent BCBSA brand to Hill staff and Members of Congress through official and political engagements.</li><li>
Monitor congressional activity for impacts to Plan business and proactively identify areas of opportunity for BCBSA engagement with Congress and the Administration on federal issues. Work collaboratively to execute legislative/lobbying strategies on key issues with federal lobbyists, state lobbyists, public affairs, political staff and policy and communications staff.</li><li>
Educate and inform Association and Plan staff on congressional process, legislation, political issues that impact Plan business through written and oral presentations. Provide strategic political insight on policy priorities identified by the Association. Engage in interdepartmental groups to develop legislative positions. Support and participate in coalitions, leverage consulting resources, and drive execution of strategies on priority issues. Interact and forge relationships with plan staff and work collaboratively to build BCBSA positions.</li><li>
Maintain a thorough and comprehensive understanding of Plan business interests/practices, Blue system policy goals, and assess the impact of legislation.</li><li>
Demonstrate independent thinking and creative action in working closely with Political Affairs staff to ensure effective use of BluePAC and corporate funds in developing relationships with Members of Congress who are critical to BCBSA&rsquo;s legislative and regulatory agenda.Continually strive to develop and implement new approaches to relationship building.</li></ul><div></div><div>
The posting range for this position is: 
$147,958.00-$212,824.33 
 
Qualifications: 
 
Education</div><ul><li>
Required Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Government Relations, Public Administration, Public Policy, law, business or related field, or equivalent work experience</li><li>
Preferred Master's Degree Health Policy, MBA, Legislative Affairs, Political Management</li></ul><div>
Experience</div><ul><li>
Required 7+ Years experience working in Congress, executive Branch or government affairs</li></ul><div> 
Knowledge Skills and Abilities</div><ul><li>
Understanding of the health care industry and the Federal legislative and regulatory environment, including health care insurance issues and legislative policy developments.</li><li>
Ability to synthesize complex problems and public policy issues, identifying business implications and advocating for recommended outcomes.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to collaborate in groups and be a team player, with knowledge of congressional processes and procedures.</li><li>
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills to influence decision/policy makers, with the ability to set and meet objectives in a dynamic environment.</li><li>
Ability to influence, negotiate, and persuade others, demonstrating strong judgment, decision-making skills, and political acumen.</li><li>
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, with project management, analytical, planning, and presentation abilities, and the ability to build and sustain effective relationships.</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Extra Posting Information:</div><div></div><div>
Experience working in Congress, Executive Branch or government affairs 
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint 
Experience communicating policy views to Congressional staff and knowledge of the Congressional environment is essential, as well as knowledge of the professional standards for lobbyists. 
Must have a strong commitment and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment is paramount.</div><div></div><div>
#LI-Hybrid</div><div></div><div><div>
The posted salary range is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the hiring range and this hiring range may also be modified in the future. A candidate&rsquo;s position within the hiring range may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for annual bonus incentive pay.</div></div><div><div>
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 11 holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous 401(k) matching, lifestyle spending account and many other benefits to eligible employees.</div></div><div></div><div><div>
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company&rsquo;s sole discretion, consistent with the law.</div></div></div><div></div>

Federal Relations Senior Program Manager

Rational 360

<div>Rational 360 is hiring a Fellow, Insights &amp; Intelligence to support and grow the firm&rsquo;s integrated research and analytics offerings. This is an entry-level, full-time role designed for early-career professionals who are eager to build hands-on experience with social media analytics and primary research, including surveys and qualitative methods.
The Fellow will work closely with senior team members to help execute research projects, analyze data, and translate findings into clear, compelling insights that inform client strategy. This role is ideal for someone curious, detail-oriented, and excited to learn new tools and methodologies in a fast-paced public affairs and communications environment.
About Rational 360
Rational 360 is a leading, independently-owned, strategic communications and public affairs firm with expertise across media relations, public policy, corporate reputation, and digital strategy. Our bipartisan team members work with clients including Fortune 500 companies, trade associations, national nonprofits, and advocacy groups operating in highly regulated and politically sensitive environments. We are entrepreneurial, client-focused, and committed to results.
Responsibilities<ul><li>Compile regular reports and contribute insights to client-facing deliverables, supporting the development of presentations and data visualizations that translate findings into clear, actionable insights</li><li>Analyze trends across the social, news and broadcast media landscape</li><li>Learn how to build Boolean queries and dashboards in listening tools to track narratives and audience sentiment</li><li>Assist in the development and execution of surveys, focus groups, and in-depth interviews</li><li>Support questionnaire drafting, discussion guide preparation, and basic survey programming and testing</li><li>Help review survey data, crosstabs, and toplines to identify key findings</li><li>Stay current on new research tools, AI applications, and emerging technologies</li><li>Coordinate with internal departments and outside vendors</li><li>Gather preliminary data and conduct background research for projects</li><li>Monitor focus groups and other qualitative interviews</li><li>Conduct rigorous quality control checks on quantitative and qualitative data</li><li>Support experimentation with new methodologies, including AI-enhanced research approaches</li><li>Participate in internal trainings and actively develop new skills across platforms</li></ul>
Requirements<ul>
<li><ul><li>Six months to two years of experience, either in a marketing/communications or agency/consulting setting. This can include internship or academic experience</li></ul></li>
<li><ul><li>Strong interest in data-driven storytelling and audience insights</li></ul></li>
<li><ul><li>Basic understanding of surveys, polling, or qualitative research methods, including familiarity with questionnaire design or interpreting results</li></ul></li>
<li><ul><li>Comfort working in Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn new research and analytics platforms</li></ul></li>
<li><ul><li>Familiarity with social listening or research software (e.g., Brandwatch, Talkwalker, Meltwater, Qualtrics, Survey Monkey, Forsta, Dynata etc.) is a plus but not required</li></ul></li>
<li><ul><li>Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment</li></ul></li>
<li><ul><li>Curious, proactive, and eager to learn new skills</li></ul></li>
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Benefits
The Rational 360 Insights &amp; Intelligence Fellowship is a minimum of six-month paid program in our Washington, DC office. Fellows are expected to work 40 hours per week and earn $20.00/hour.
Fellows are expected to work in our Washington, DC office Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week and have the option to work remotely each Tuesday and Friday.
Fellows have the opportunity to grow their digital and communication skills through professional development trainings hosted weekly in the Rational 360 office. Additionally, a member of the digital team will be paired with each fellow for mentorship and training throughout the duration of the fellowship.</div>

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