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Peraton

SVP, Government Relations

Reston, VA · On-site

... Senior Vice President of Government Relations to serve as a senior strategic counselor to its ... and external visibility to support PAC engagement and advance the organization's strategic ...

Peraton

SVP, Government Relations

Reston, VA · On-site

... Senior Vice President of Government Relations to serve as a senior strategic counselor to its ... and external visibility to support PAC engagement and advance the organization's strategic ...

Peraton

SVP, Government Relations

Reston, VA · On-site

$229K - $366K/yr

... Senior Vice President of Government Relations to serve as a senior strategic counselor to its ... and external visibility to support PAC engagement and advance the organization's strategic ...

Omnicom

VP, Client Services

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

Provide proactive counsel on external marketplace, competitive pressures, and brand influences ... The Vice President, Client Services demonstrates the expertise that the client relies on for ...

Omnicom

VP, Client Services

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

Provide proactive counsel on external marketplace, competitive pressures, and brand influences ... The Vice President, Client Services demonstrates the expertise that the client relies on for ...

Omnicom

VP, Client Services

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

Provide proactive counsel on external marketplace, competitive pressures, and brand influences ... The Vice President, Client Services demonstrates the expertise that the client relies on for ...

Omnicom

VP, Client Services

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

Provide proactive counsel on external marketplace, competitive pressures, and brand influences ... The Vice President, Client Services demonstrates the expertise that the client relies on for ...

STR

Vice President, Strategy

Arlington, VA

$290K - $350K/yr

You will develop a whole-of-government relations strategy, build a co-funded R&D approach that ... external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate ...

Peraton

SVP, Government Relations

Reston, VA · On-site

$250/hr

... Senior Vice President of Government Relations to serve as a senior strategic counselor to its ... and external visibility to support PAC engagement and advance the organization's strategic ...

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What are the main challenges a VP of External Relations typically faces when building partnerships with external stakeholders?

A VP of External Relations often encounters challenges such as balancing the interests of various stakeholders, managing reputational risks, and ensuring consistent communication across multiple channels. Navigating complex negotiations and aligning external partnerships with organizational goals can also be demanding. Success in this role requires strong interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences while maintaining the organization's integrity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a VP of External Relations, and why are they important?

To thrive as a VP of External Relations, you need a strong background in strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and public relations, often supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, public affairs, or a related field. Familiarity with CRM platforms, media monitoring tools, and digital communication systems is typically required. Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and relationship-building skills set top candidates apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for effectively managing an organization's reputation, fostering strategic partnerships, and advancing business objectives.

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Infographic showing various Vp External Relations job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

External Relations Assistant

Charlottesville, VA

Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Inc.
Museums and Historical Sites • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Inc.external

$52K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

About the Thomas Jefferson Foundation
The Thomas Jefferson Foundation has a twofold mission of preservation and education, and was incorporated in 1923 to preserve Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Today, the Foundation seeks to bring history forward into national and global dialogues by engaging audiences with Jefferson's world and ideas, and sharing the history of everyone, enslaved and free, who lived and labored at Monticello. Monticello is recognized as a National Historic Landmark, a United Nations World Heritage Site and a Site of Conscience.
External Relations Assistant (Full-time)
Purpose:
To provide administrative and project support for the Vice President of External Relations and their entire vertical, consisting of the events, marketing, community engagement and digital departments, with additional responsibilities supporting the Events Department specifically. The External Relations Assistant provides a wide range of advanced administrative support. Key responsibilities include management of the VPs calendar, schedule, and appearances; meeting and travel preparation; management and organization of office communications; management of VPs departments budgets and processing of invoices; supporting foundation events and programs with various tasks and project management; and reception of and interaction with VIP’s. This position also manages long-term, high-level projects.
Compensation
$52,700 - $60,000
We will look to you to provide:
  • Administrative Assistance to the VP of External Relations:
    • Time management to optimize their value and ensure effective operations of their departments.
    • Updated and accurate electronic calendar management, complete with briefings, materials, contact numbers, directions, and hyperlinks, etc. as needed, and elimination of stale or outdated holds and appointments.
    • Prioritization and delegation of incoming email/mail and inquires and assurance of appropriate and timely responses.
    • Management of office files.
    • Timely and updated travel support, including arrangements of transit, lodging, meeting places, appointments, briefings, coordination with other attendees, and other administrative support.
    • Organization of logistics and preparation of presentations and briefings for meetings, whether internal or external.
    • Representation of the VP of External Relations at selected meetings involving preparing and distributing agendas and other appropriate materials.
    • Oversight and management of the VP of External Relations materials for board, board committee and board task force meetings.
    • Management support of special executive-level projects, including task management, special research, budgeting, and assignments.
    • Executive level “problem solving” support.
    • Collaboration with and assistance to LT members on an as-needed basis.
    • Liaison support with the IT department to ensure functionality of the external relations offices.
  • Administrative Assistance to the Programming Officer:
    1. Prepare updates and briefing documents as needed.
    2. Assist with administration and logistics including scheduling meetings and maintaining accurate and up-to-date files.
    3. Ensure accurate record-keeping and accounting procedures, including submitting vendor invoices, contracts, and processing the monthly credit card logs.
    4. Assist with filing and data organization, including regular updates and revisions to all policies and procedures.
    5. Assists with contract management and client billing for a spectrum of mission-supportive and income-generating events
    6. Responsible for creating and editing annual vendor guidelines, tracking completed forms, and ensuring vendors submit the proper insurance documentation.
    7. Provide support in updating the global events and programming calendar and assist the Programming Officer in tracking progress and assignments in Asana Work Management System.
    8. Coordinate scheduling of programming and events meetings including agenda, schedule and after-action summaries.
  • External Relations Project, Event and Program Assistance:
    • Assist with tasks and projects during the planning of Monticello public programs and events, including but not limited to:
      • Identify timelines and scope for printed collateral and add them to the futures calendar well in advance of each event. Help keep each project to its deadline.
      • Assist in sending guest communications, including day-before details, rsvp reminders, and surveys.
      • Assist with the creation and distribution of invitations, printed programs, menu cards, name tags, etc. as needed.
      • Create surveys to send post event and programs.
      • Assist in coordinating with speakers and booking travel/lodging as needed.
      • Support large, Foundation-wide visits, programs and events, and contribute onsite event assistance as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Four-year college degree preferred.
  • Professional demeanor consistent with the high standards of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its leadership.
  • High energy and flexibility to manage diverse responsibilities and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated experience anticipating the needs of executive level staff and ensuring priorities and logistics are met.
  • High degree of organization, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.
  • Excellent writing skills: the ability to draft and edit written materials and correspondence of a high quality.
  • Exceptional verbal communication skills: the ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy, collaboration and problem solving.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills: the ability to interact with diverse internal and external constituents, including international parties.
  • Project management: leadership and teamwork skills.
  • High level computer skills: Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel.
Physical Demands and Work Considerations:
  • Must be flexible with work schedule. Occasional weekends, after-hours events, and holidays are required.
We provide the following benefits for our full-time employees:
  • Excellent benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement savings plan plus 6% match, life insurance, and more!).
  • Fitness club membership discount.
  • Discount in the Monticello Café, gift shop, and Monticello online catalog.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free for employee and dependents.
  • $500 employee referral bonus.
If you believe this opportunity is the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply!

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