Humphrey Job Opportunities - UThink - University of Minnesota

ClearWay MinnesotaSM is an independent nonprofit organization established to eliminate the harm that tobacco causes the people of Minnesota. Our mission is to enhance life for all Minnesotans by reducing tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke through research, action and collaboration. Funded with 3 percent of the state's tobacco settlement, ClearWay Minnesota's work encompasses cessation services, public policy activities, research, media campaigns and community outreach.

The Public Affairs Manager is actively involved in developing, managing and implementing an integrated public affairs program that includes community outreach, government relations, grassroots and grasstops organizing, and media advocacy to help ClearWay Minnesota achieve its policy goals. Primary responsibilities include managing ClearWay Minnesota's media advocacy program, conducting community outreach efforts, and engaging the Board of Directors in policy advocacy. The Public Affairs Manager reports to the Director of Public Affairs.

Candidates should have a four-year degree (Master's degree preferred) in communications, journalism, public policy, political science, public administration or other relevant field; a minimum of five years' experience in public relations, media relations or public affairs; experience in social media and e-advocacy; experience managing advocacy or political campaigns; and experience working with diverse stakeholders at the local and state level. Strong interpersonal skills, a flexible and results-driven work style, and the ability to build relationships and coalitions are required.

Applicants should submit a letter of introduction and resume by Friday, June 15, 2012, to Pamela Johnson, Search Consultant, at pjohnsonsearch@gmail.com. For more information about ClearWay Minnesota, see www.clearwaymn.org.

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