The Messina Group (TMG) is a full-service consulting firm founded by Obama for America 2012 campaign manager & former Obama White House Deputy Chief of Staff Jim Messina and led by seasoned strategists. We work with organizations in the private, public, and social sectors to achieve their strategic goals and build movements and products that succeed by being data-driven, digitally savvy, and grassroots-focused. We work with startups in health and energy. We work with Fortune 100 companies, world leaders, and help some of the most exciting tech firms navigate a new world of regulation. No two days are ever the same at TMG.

We are looking for a Project Associate to join our team. The right person for this role will be a go-getter, a rising star, and a political junkie who will work directly with our Partners as their right hand on a range of projects.

This position reports to the Chief of Staff and will work to support the TMG partners. This position is located in Washington, DC, and we require this employee to come into our Dupont Circle office Monday through Thursday (option to work remote on Friday).

Please submit a resume, cover letter, a writing sample, and contact information for two references in PDF form by March 1. This position is expected to begin ASAP.

** Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**

• Support partner-level staff on their projects and client deliverables, including but not limited to creating, researching, and formatting slide presentations, and preparing, researching, and editing memos for staff and/or clients;
• Manage operational needs for partner-level staff such as scheduling, hosting in-office meetings, and administrative tasks;
• Assist in general office operations and administrative tasks as needed;
• Assist in planning the company’s bi-annual off-site retreats and other company events; and
• Work with the Chief of Staff to assist with executive support as needed.

** Preference will be given to candidates with these professional traits and skills:**

• One+ years of related experience. Internship experience considered;
• Experience and interest in politics, government, and policy;
• Demonstrated experience in research, writing memos, and building slide presentations, with a proven ability to prioritize and handle competing priorities;
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with varying levels of staff;
• Highly organized and detail-oriented problem solving skills with experience taking initiative;
• Self-starter who is able to exceed expectations with little direction and do so with creativity; and,
• Quick-learning and smart-working candidates who genuinely thrive in a fast-paced/rapid-response environment.

The Messina Group is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, subcontractors, and vendors, and we strive to be the change we want to see in the workplace. Our mission is to empower everyone at the organization to flourish. We value the array of lived experiences and inherent differences that make us unique and we work to ensure that everyone is equitably treated and feels a sense of belonging.

** These values translate to our employee benefits package, which as of this posting includes:**

• Salary range: $55,000 - $65,000 USD commensurate with experience, plus a discretionary bonus;
• Covered healthcare (medical, dental and vision) for you and your family;
• 15 days of paid time off, plus federal holidays and end of year time off;
• Paid parental leave;
• Gym, cell phone, and professional development benefits; and
• Employer matched 401K.

The Messina Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring and firing, internal promotions, training opportunities, selection of vendors and consultants, provision of services, compensation and benefits.