[jobsthatareLEFT] Domestic Policy Communications Associate (CEPR in Washington, DC)

Job Description:

CEPR has an opening for a Domestic Policy communications associate starting in March 2016. The associate will coordinate communications strategy with the domestic side co-director and the director of domestic policy to ensure that CEPR's domestic policy work is covered in major national, state, and local media outlets. This job involves regular communication with national media, including writing press releases, and correspondence with journalists and editors. It also involves regular contact with radio and TV producers in order to promote the inclusion of ideas developed by CEPR staff. The position will also help sustain and grow CEPR's presence on a variety of social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Medium, and post some content to CEPR's website. This full-time position reports to CEPR's co-director for domestic policy.

Qualifications:

Excellent writing and communications skills are essential. Ability to understand arguments and discussions based on quantitative information is absolutely necessary. Experience with media work and/or social media analytics is highly recommended, but not necessary. The Domestic Policy communications associate will need to be able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Salary & Benefits:

CEPR offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. This position will be represented by the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local #70, AFL-CIO.

Closing Date of Position: February 24, 2016

How to apply

To Apply: Send resume, cover letter and salary history via e-mail to the Communications Associate Search Committee at jobscepr2016@cepr.net. No calls or faxes please.

Organization Description:

The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) was established in 1999 to promote democratic debate on the most important economic and social issues that affect people's lives. It is an independent nonpartisan think tank based in Washington, DC. CEPR is committed to presenting issues in an accurate and understandable manner, so that the public is better prepared to choose among various policy options.

The Center for Economic and Policy Research is an equal opportunity employer that pursues a program of affirmative action. Women and people of color are especially encouraged to apply.

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