Raffetto Herman Strategic Communications

Washington, D.C.

RH Strategic is seeking a Vice President, Public Affairs & Public Sector to join our team in Washington, D.C. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role with a well-established team, a robust and stellar client portfolio, and a 15-year established brand presence including premiere office space in The Washington Post building. Our clients are Fortune 500 brands and well-funded start-ups with an exciting vision for our future. They are innovators in technology, cybersecurity, telecommunications, life sciences, healthcare, and more. Our team of 40 communications pros nationwide connects these innovators with opportunities to showcase their thought leadership, build their brands, and advocate for their issues. As Vice President in our Washington, D.C. office, you will: Provide strategic counsel to account teams and clients Assure quality campaigns and deliverables Represent the firm to local clients, prospective clients, and candidates for hire Lead new business pitches Coach, mentor and develop rising staff Contribute to strategy and management as a member of the agency’s leadership team Requirements: At least 10 years in the profession; of which at least 3 years are management-level Prior agency experience with demonstrable long term client relationships Meaningful understanding of public policy influencers, processes, decision-makers and news cycles Prior experience developing creative, effective media strategies and working with national, business and policy media Demonstrated success in building and leading teams Demonstrated success in pitching new business and upsells Ability to craft campaign strategy Comfort with managing scopes and budgets Preferred: Experience in technology policy and/or public sector Experience working with top CEOs Strong network of contacts among trade associations and advocacy organizations Experience in digital, paid, content, social, analytics Success in creating and leading agency-wide business initiatives Ready to start the conversation? Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] RH Strategic is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will not be able to respond to every submission. No calls, recruiters, or offers for contract work or extended car warranties, please.

Washington, D.C.

RH Strategic is hiring for a media strategist to join its team. Qualified candidates will understand the power of the press, love connecting people and ideas to the journalists and channels that are telling compelling stories and have a passion for breaking through the noise fueled by strategy and creativity. RH Strategic's Washington, DC team delivers strategic communications solutions for the next generation of leaders in technology, healthcare, and government. Our clients range from Fortune 500 brands to well-funded start-ups. Our client portfolio includes innovators in cybersecurity, telecommunications, life sciences, transportation, telehealth, and much more. Requirements: --5 years developing media strategy, pitching and securing stories --Experience working in the PR agency setting --Must have an advanced understanding of the interplay between key D.C.-based media and legislative/regulatory decision-making. --Ability to connect the dots between seemingly simple innovations and complex policies, envisioning a clear course of action in a rapidly shifting media landscape. --Expert knowledge of the media landscape inside DC and out, and established relationships with high-value and influential reporters and outlets. At RH Strategic, we develop our talents together as a community. Find your true talents at RH, and let’s work together to grow your career. For more information, visit our website at www.rhstrategic.com RH Strategic is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will not be able to respond to every submission. No calls, recruiters, or offers for contract work or extended car warranties, please.