Sr AD, Government Communications & PAC
Boehringer Ingelheim
District of Columbia, USA (Remote)
$167K/yr - $250K/yrIn-houseFull-timeSenior level8+ years exp.
21 hrs ago
Writer/Researcher
District of Columbia, USA (On-site)
$60K/yr – $80K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time
Posted 4 hrs ago
Job Summary
Lead the full spectrum of client writing and messaging, from memos and briefs to talking points and ghostwriting, while conducting rapid research, fact-checking, and source vetting to ensure accurate, on-brand communications.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Write memos, briefings, and reports.
- Draft website copy, newsletters, and Substack posts.
- Develop messaging and talking points.
- Ghostwrite for clients when needed.
- Research people, organizations, media coverage, and public records.
- Fact-check and copy edit before anything goes out.
- Handle quick-turn writing and research requests as they come in.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in writing, communications, journalism, campaigns, or a related field
- Clear, concise writing, and the ability to adjust tone for different audiences and formats
- You can make a complicated subject simple without getting it wrong
- You can put together a solid background on a person or organization quickly, using public records, news archives, and social media, and you know which sources to trust
- Ability to turn work around quickly and juggle several assignments at once
- You’re passionate about politics and follow the news closely
- Ability to be in our downtown DC office five days a week. This is not a remote or hybrid role
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with public records sources such as FEC filings, IRS 990s, and LexisNexis
- Experience in political, advocacy, or public affairs communications
- Comfort using AI tools to speed up writing and research
Benefits
- 100% covered medical insurance
- 401(k) matching program
- Metro-accessible, downtown DC location
- Opportunities to learn, grow, and do work that supports organizations strengthening civic life
Republic Affairs
Republic Affairs is a boutique crisis communications firm that protects those who protect democracy. Founded to meet the unique communications challenges faced by mission-driven and civic organizations, Republic Affairs brings a depth of experience in managing reputational risk, navigating politically sensitive environments, and responding to public scrutiny. The team’s background spans strategic messaging, media relations, regulatory navigation, and high-pressure response. Our team’s experience includes advising the CEO of one of the largest nonprofit media companies in the country, supporting one of the nation’s leading disinformation researchers in preparing for a high-stakes public communications event, and building the communications strategy for a pro-democracy nonprofit with new research highlighting threats and harms to election officials.
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