Investigative Research

We are an investment firm based out of the Midwest focused on investing in emerging and frontier markets and the US pro-profit education industry. We have an extensive research process that focuses on carefully interviewing industry participants (suppliers, employees, senior managers, former employees, customers, competitors, lenders, outside consultants) to gain a complete understanding of the organizational structure, management competency and integrity, capital allocation process and execution capability.

We have a strong sense of social justice and will not invest in businesses that utilizes deceptive practices or suspicion of bribing foreign officials. We have a deep and abiding interest in promoting transparency and reducing public corruption. We have seen and experienced firsthand how corruption impedes economic growth, diverts public resources, undermines democratic values, weakens the rule of law and at times can facilitate criminal activity. We have come to suspect extensive bribery in certain industries and countries in emerging markets that we would like to investigate further.

We have also come to believe that there is a tremendous amount of waste, inefficiency, incompetence, fraud and possible public corruption at State funded Universities and Colleges in states such as (CA, IL, FL, OH, PA, MA, NJ, & NY). Public corruption ranks very high priority of the FBI, however, there have been very few civil actions brought by the Department of Justice and even fewer criminal suits with regards with regarding to fraud and violations of the Federal False Claims Act by State Universities and Colleges.

We have a need for part time individuals who have a deep passion for these subjects and who have exceptional curiosity, creativity, research, interviewing, source recruiting, and investigative skills. The individual can work from home and no prior experience or educational requirements are necessary. With respect to public corruption in emerging markets we would prefer someone who has lived and has contacts and relationship in Latin America, Asia and Africa.

Federal Media Director

Environment America is seeking an experienced Media Director for its fast-paced Federal Advocacy Office in Washington, D.C. The Federal Media Director is responsible for developing and implementing a communications strategy to increase the visibility and efficacy of our federal environmental campaigns and of our organization. The Federal Media Director would maintain and further develop Environment America’s relationships with national reporters, increase placement in national, local and new media, and work with Environment America’s advocacy and campaign staff to win campaigns, and build our name recognition.

Responsibilities:
Coordinate Environment America’s National Media Outreach
• Build relationships with editorial boards, editors, columnists and reporters from national media outlets, Washington, DC publications and trade press;
• Write and edit releases, statements and advisories on a variety of environmental issues to be sent to all national media;
• Execute rapid response for breaking environmental news stories;
• Organize compelling news conferences, media briefings, webinars and teleconferences on environmental issues; and
• Increase Environment America’s outreach to blog writers and other new media.

Develop and Execute a Coordinated National Communications Strategy
• Develop a long term strategy for increasing Environment America’s name recognition and presence in the media;
• Guide development of public messages for our priority campaigns; and
• Work with the organization’s program and field staff to create effective media strategies for each of our priority campaigns and execute effective media-related tactics including report releases, editorial board outreach, op-eds, and letters to the editor.

Demonstrate and Demand Excellence at Environment America
• Train new staff to interact with the media in a concise, compelling and on-message manner;
• Demonstrate excellence in working with the media to serve as a role model for all Environment America staff.

Qualifications:
Candidates must have at least 3 to 8 years of relevant professional experience post-college. Preference is given to past work in political, policy, journalistic, or government settings. The Media Director must be an organized and goal-driven individual. Excellent writing skills, communications skills and a proven track record of positive relationships with the media are all critical.

Salary and Benefits:
Salary for this position is commensurate with a candidate’s relevant professional experience and/or advanced degrees. A competitive benefits package includes health care coverage, educational loan assistance, a retirement plan, maternity or paternity leave, paid vacation and sick days. Opportunities for advancement, travel, and additional training are available.

Location:
Washington, DC

Associate Director, Digital Communications

Associate Director, Digital Communications
Job ID: JAL20142301-00863
Description:
Associate Director of Digital Communications

POSITION SUMMARY

The Associate Director of Digital Communications is responsible for leading the development, execution and ongoing management of social media content, with a focus on alignment of activities to communications and marketing goals and objectives. Functioning as a community manager, this position will monitor online conversation and help traffic to the appropriate channels for response, working closely with Communications, Corporate Marketing, and Legal. The associate director will also be responsible for developing and managing key social media assets, including editorial and video content, representing the College Board in this space, amplifying content that is created throughout the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

*Develop and manage editorial calendar for key social media initiatives, publishing status updates and reports, as appropriate.
*Monitor all online conversations and commentary by trafficking responses through the proper teams and responding with appropriate protocols/reviews for crisis communications and issue resolution.
*Prepare and analyze monthly reports, with a focus on performance and metric-based reporting
*Proactively identify new opportunities and platforms to engage with key audiences and achieve communications and marketing goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree with 4-6 years of directly-related, progressively responsible work experience in social media, public relations and/or marketing. Background should include extensive experience supporting social media efforts on behalf of corporations. Experience working with non-profits desirable but not required.

Related Skills & Other Requirements:

*A demonstrated track record of developing and executing successful online marketing and social media programs
*A demonstrated track record of adopting advanced communications strategies and tools, and leading integrated communications and marketing teams
*Comprehensive, integrated knowledge of all College Board programs
*Extensive knowledge of client needs, and the ability to identify and meet the needs of clients and prospective clients
*Excellent verbal and written communication skills
*Knowledge of budgeting and financial planning
*Problem solving and negotiation skills
*Excellent interpersonal skills
*Ability to effectively handle multiple situations simultaneously
*Computer literacy, including Microsoft office applications and desktop publishing

BENEFITS

We offer our employees an outstanding benefits package which includes 4 weeks of paid time off, a generous retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development and training.

Requirements:
Desired Travel Negligible
Areas of Expertise Digital, Communications
Highest Level of Education Bachelor's Degree
Job Type Full Time
Location New York, NY
Years of Relevant Experience 4-5