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View all jobs →Grant Writer and Funding Analyst
Sacramento · Apply by 11/8/26Townsend Public Affairs
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Townsend Public Affairs is seeking a Grant Writing and Funding Analyst. This position will manage and support client funding priorities through grant writing, funding research, and strategic advocacy. Position is located in Sacramento.
Apply →Senior Account Executive
Sacramento · Apply by 11/7/26Calkin Public Affairs
Senior Account Executive This is a full-time, in-person, salary exempt position located in Sacramento, CA. Compensation Range and Benefits: $70,000 - $90,000, depending on experience The company pays 75% of medical and dental premiums, 100% vision premium and 100% parking premium. Reimbursement stipend for cellphone/internet. 12+ paid holidays per year Position Summary: The Senior Account Executive (SAE) is a skilled strategic public affairs practitioner and program manager. The SAE has broad strategic communications capabilities across tactics that span public affairs/government relations, content/writing, media relations, issues/crisis management, coalition building, reputation management and social media/digital strategies. Familiarity with California political and regulatory issues and the news media is required. Responsibilities: •Coordinate and manage daily account activities. Track deliverables, organize client files/timelines •Write content/documents including proposals, strategic plans, client memos/correspondence, client performance reports, press releases, fact sheets, news advisories, social content, etc. •Provide logistics and note-taking support for meetings, events, and client calls; assist with agenda drafting and recap emails. •Deliver social media and digital content based on strategy and tactics required. •Support and execute media/digital plans. Manage monitoring tools. Draft press releases, pitches, and content. Share clips internally. •Conduct and compile client/issue/industry research into briefs, proposals, and prep documents. •Regular check-ins with and updates to the team on current project status and follow- up/discussion items. •Support the management of relationships with media, legislative staff, coalition building, and stakeholders on behalf of the client. •Work with leadership to prepare for speaking opportunities or event attendance by preparing background materials, talking points, presentations, and. Position is located in Sacramento.
Apply →Manager, Government Affairs
Sacramento, CA (Hybrid) · Apply by 11/28/26EdVoice
EdVoice is seeking a Manager, Government Affairs to advance its legislative and advocacy priorities in California. The Manager will monitor legislation, support advocacy campaigns, cultivate relationships with elected officials and partners, and help develop and execute strategies that advance EdVoice's policy priorities. Position is located in Sacramento, CA (Hybrid).
Apply →Policy Coordinator
Sacramento, CA (Hybrid) · Apply by 11/28/26EdVoice
EdVoice is hiring a Policy Coordinator to support its work advancing education policy and improving outcomes for students across California. The Policy Coordinator will conduct research, analyze data, monitor legislative developments, and prepare materials that inform policy proposals and discussions. Position is located in Sacramento, CA (Hybrid).
Apply →Legislative Assistant
Sacramento, CA · Apply by 12/11/26★ Subscriber only SUBSCRIBER ONLY JOB - login / join
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