JOB OF THE WEEK: National Jewish Democratic Council, Communications Director

The National Jewish Democratic Council (NJDC) is seeking a Communications Director to help manage all facets of the organization's communications, including media relations and online communications, engagement and advocacy.

Areas of responsibility include (but are not limited to):

• Formulating and implementing both proactive and reactive communications plans
• Writing press releases, opinion pieces, e-communications, research documents and website content
• Serving as one of the organization's spokespeople and the chief liaison to all media
• Overseeing strategy and implementation of various online communications and related goals, including website content, its use and promotion, blogging and the blogosphere, Twitter and other social networking, crowdsourcing and the expansion of e-mail list membership
• Managing communications staff 

The position requires demonstrated political and communications experience, sound judgment, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work closely with colleagues. The position also requires knowledge of the organized Jewish community and the Democratic Party, and excellent verbal and written communications abilities. Online technical skills (including web, blog management and social media experience), some management experience, and knowledge of Jewish media preferred. 

NJDC offers a competitive salary for this position, commensurate with experience. Benefits include full medical coverage, "section 125" medical savings plan, and 401-k plan. 

TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected] or fax us at (202) 216-9061, Attention: Search Committee.  (PF tipster)