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1 Organizer Needed The New York Academy of Medicine has a temporary, consulting position through April 2010 for an organizer who can mobilize community groups, health professionals, elected officials, and others to support a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages in New York State. Previous campaign or organizing experience on local issues in New York State is essential. Applicant must be knowledgeable about New York State politics, both upstate and downstate. Experience with the public health or health care community desirable. Hours are flexible. Job will require in-state travel. Position starts ASAP. Send resume to Kaja Meade at kmeade@nyam.org.

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2 Retired Civil Service Worker I am able to write speeches with emotive qualities and nuanced factual material,for candidates for office.

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3 EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT / EVENT COORDINATOR Seeking innovative and highly motivated person to serve as Executive Assistant and Event Coordinator for government official. Must thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and attention to detail are paramount.

Requirements include:

excellent writing skills
knowledge of and interest in local and national government
ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
strong organizational skills and project coordination experience
ability to work well under pressure
strong computer and internet research skills; knowledge of PowerPoint is a plus
excellent interpersonal and communication skills
ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as elected officials, constituents, media and others

Specific

Provide administrative support to Executive Counsel.
Coordinate scheduling team.
Prepare and circulate notice prior to biweekly meetings.
Manage and track intake of meeting requests, invitations and related correspondence.
Arrange and confirm logistical details of each meeting; anticipate issues that might arise; coordinate travel, pick-up and drop-off locations with security detail.
Work with staff to prepare briefing materials and conduct research in advance of meetings.
Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email.
Assist in coordination of speaking engagements, appearances, press conferences, meetings and other events.

Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Email résumé and cover letter to govtjobsearch@gmail.com with position title in subject line.

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4 ADVANCE PERSON Seeking innovative and highly motivated person to serve as Advance Person to government official. Must thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and attention to detail are paramount.

Requirements include:

knowledge of and interest in local and national government
ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends
strong organizational skills and project coordination experience
ability to work well under pressure
excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as elected officials, constituents, media and others
requires setup and breakdown of podiums, risers and A/V equipment
valid New York State driver%u2019s license

Specific

Oversee the preparations involved with scheduling events such as public appearances, travel arrangements, and media interviews; confirm logistics.
Ability to anticipate both the usual and the unusual needs that could arise at an event.
Responsible for set up and break-down of events, press conferences and appearances.
Maintenance and transportation of equipment.
Responsible for working with executive and press staff to identify and scout potential sites for events.
Arrive at event in advance to assess the physical condition of the site for the appearance and logistics, including making specific arrangements for what will occur during the course of the appearance.
Travel ahead to ensure details for the appearance are addressed and working according to plan.

Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Email résumé and cover letter to govtjobsearch@gmail.com with position title in subject line.

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5 Senior Account Executive Requirements include:

At least 3 years of strategic communications experience
A demonstrated ability to develop and implement media plans for public policy / issue advocacy clients
Excellent writing skills
A proven ability to understand and translate complex policy issues into winning messages and clean, crisp prose
Exceptional pitching skills with a knack for understanding what works for every kind of outlet - from tabloids to trades
A solid record of securing major media placements
Extremely strong organizational skills and an ability to multitask

Background in politics, government, issue advocacy, legal, non-profit a plus.

Specifically we seek creative, assertive, outgoing people with strong strategic instincts who enjoy moving difficult stories and taking on tough fights to impact public policy.

Salary Very Competitive, Benefits 401K/403B, Bonuses, Dental, Health.

Email r'sum' and cover letter to jonathan@berlinrosen.com

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