Summary: The National Pork Producers Council’s Vice President of Domestic Policy is a senior level manager that carries out government engagement, advocacy, and lobbying efforts on behalf of the U.S. pork industry. The VP is responsible for positioning the pork industry as a leader and key partner with influential government audiences. The position will have overall strategic and operational responsibility to formulate policy and develop strategies to advance domestic priorities. The VP will work to advance federal policy, advocate on behalf of producers to the executive branch and build coalitions. The VP will be a thought leader and a key part of the management team reporting to the CEO. This is a registered lobbyist position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead and develop a committed team, supervising a department, to maximize performance. Including developing strategies to support a collaborative culture, shared accountability, and organizational efficiency.
Advocate on priority policy issues including, but not limited to farm programs, risk management, biotechnology, futures markets, tax, food safety, and labor.
Develop and execute a comprehensive lobbying strategy based on the policy priorities of the organization through Congress, the Executive Branch, and Federal agencies via face-to-face or virtual engagement, written materials, and news media. Including but not limited to:
Assisting in the drafting of testimony and comments
Appearing or coordinating the appearance of members before legislative and regulatory panels,
Meeting with Congressional and regulatory officials and staff.
Monitor and report on any significant legislative and regulatory developments related to critical policy priorities that have a direct impact on the pork industry.
Review various information sources for items of interest and communicate information to relevant team members.
Collaborates with NPPC’s leadership team to develop and execute organizational strategic plan. Develop consensus at the staff and board level on industry implications of federal legislation and regulations, appropriate position, and best strategy to shape.
Develop and work closely with internal and external committees including policy organizations in the federal and state government, universities, and other organizations.
Maintains knowledge and stays current on legislative/regulatory issues that may have an impact on agriculture and the pork industry.
Builds and deploys effective lobbying strategy by coordinating efforts of the domestic policy team members with other departments within the organization including utilizing resources (grassroots), managing external consultants, building coalitions, and use of media resources and political activities.
Ensures that a range of relationships are in place and maintained as strategies are executed.
When appropriate acts as a spokesperson with the media and Congress, representing NPPC on legislative and regulatory issues.
Ensure the NPPC board, staff and state partners are aware of any emerging issues and NPPC related policy. Develop and execute a strategic plan for each related issues.
Works with the CEO to engage the organizations officers and board in the development and implementation of NPPC’s position on issues and the related strategy to shape legislation.
Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor: Take on other assignments and special projects which may be outside of primary responsibilities.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy or a related field, or equivalent work experience is required. A graduate degree is preferred.
A minimum of 15 years of experience in dealing with complex and high profile legislative and policy matters, ideally within the agriculture/livestock industry.
NPPC values candidates who bring significant experience serving as a strategic advisor to organizational leadership (either in the public or private sector) and a track record of leading a strategic, proactive, and high performing government affairs program.
Agriculture policy expertise, strategic thinking skills, and political expertise are of critical importance.
Proven record of advancing important issues through the legislative processes.
The VP will be an outstanding mentor and manager of teams and have experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. They will know how to build consensus regarding important policy positions and relevant strategies.
Candidates will have strong political expertise and deep experience in the political process at both the federal and Congressional level
Thorough understanding of U.S. Congressional and Cabinet policy-making processes, including an understanding of the roles and decision points in the Executive branch, Congress, role of think tanks, associations, and related organizations.
Strong bipartisan network and personal relationships with Members and staff on relevant House and Senate Committees and within the leadership of the House and Senate; strong Hill experience is essential.
Excellent oral and written communications skills with the capabilities to negotiate, persuade, and make effective presentations to varying audiences internal and external to NPPC.
Has effectively managed budgets for these services and has a positive track record of effective portfolio management of these services.
A high-level of confidence, and proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving, as well as a professional executive presence for interacting with and influencing key leadership and public policy decision makers, senior management, and executives internal and external to the Association. The ability to influence, negotiate with, and persuade others is important as well as the ability to be flexible and demonstrate strong judgment/decision-making skills.
Travel: Requires 25% travel. Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Location: The position is based out of the Washington, DC office.
The job is open until filled. Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter to andersont@nppc.org.
Dec 11, 2023
Full time
Summary: The National Pork Producers Council’s Vice President of Domestic Policy is a senior level manager that carries out government engagement, advocacy, and lobbying efforts on behalf of the U.S. pork industry. The VP is responsible for positioning the pork industry as a leader and key partner with influential government audiences. The position will have overall strategic and operational responsibility to formulate policy and develop strategies to advance domestic priorities. The VP will work to advance federal policy, advocate on behalf of producers to the executive branch and build coalitions. The VP will be a thought leader and a key part of the management team reporting to the CEO. This is a registered lobbyist position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead and develop a committed team, supervising a department, to maximize performance. Including developing strategies to support a collaborative culture, shared accountability, and organizational efficiency.
Advocate on priority policy issues including, but not limited to farm programs, risk management, biotechnology, futures markets, tax, food safety, and labor.
Develop and execute a comprehensive lobbying strategy based on the policy priorities of the organization through Congress, the Executive Branch, and Federal agencies via face-to-face or virtual engagement, written materials, and news media. Including but not limited to:
Assisting in the drafting of testimony and comments
Appearing or coordinating the appearance of members before legislative and regulatory panels,
Meeting with Congressional and regulatory officials and staff.
Monitor and report on any significant legislative and regulatory developments related to critical policy priorities that have a direct impact on the pork industry.
Review various information sources for items of interest and communicate information to relevant team members.
Collaborates with NPPC’s leadership team to develop and execute organizational strategic plan. Develop consensus at the staff and board level on industry implications of federal legislation and regulations, appropriate position, and best strategy to shape.
Develop and work closely with internal and external committees including policy organizations in the federal and state government, universities, and other organizations.
Maintains knowledge and stays current on legislative/regulatory issues that may have an impact on agriculture and the pork industry.
Builds and deploys effective lobbying strategy by coordinating efforts of the domestic policy team members with other departments within the organization including utilizing resources (grassroots), managing external consultants, building coalitions, and use of media resources and political activities.
Ensures that a range of relationships are in place and maintained as strategies are executed.
When appropriate acts as a spokesperson with the media and Congress, representing NPPC on legislative and regulatory issues.
Ensure the NPPC board, staff and state partners are aware of any emerging issues and NPPC related policy. Develop and execute a strategic plan for each related issues.
Works with the CEO to engage the organizations officers and board in the development and implementation of NPPC’s position on issues and the related strategy to shape legislation.
Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor: Take on other assignments and special projects which may be outside of primary responsibilities.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy or a related field, or equivalent work experience is required. A graduate degree is preferred.
A minimum of 15 years of experience in dealing with complex and high profile legislative and policy matters, ideally within the agriculture/livestock industry.
NPPC values candidates who bring significant experience serving as a strategic advisor to organizational leadership (either in the public or private sector) and a track record of leading a strategic, proactive, and high performing government affairs program.
Agriculture policy expertise, strategic thinking skills, and political expertise are of critical importance.
Proven record of advancing important issues through the legislative processes.
The VP will be an outstanding mentor and manager of teams and have experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. They will know how to build consensus regarding important policy positions and relevant strategies.
Candidates will have strong political expertise and deep experience in the political process at both the federal and Congressional level
Thorough understanding of U.S. Congressional and Cabinet policy-making processes, including an understanding of the roles and decision points in the Executive branch, Congress, role of think tanks, associations, and related organizations.
Strong bipartisan network and personal relationships with Members and staff on relevant House and Senate Committees and within the leadership of the House and Senate; strong Hill experience is essential.
Excellent oral and written communications skills with the capabilities to negotiate, persuade, and make effective presentations to varying audiences internal and external to NPPC.
Has effectively managed budgets for these services and has a positive track record of effective portfolio management of these services.
A high-level of confidence, and proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving, as well as a professional executive presence for interacting with and influencing key leadership and public policy decision makers, senior management, and executives internal and external to the Association. The ability to influence, negotiate with, and persuade others is important as well as the ability to be flexible and demonstrate strong judgment/decision-making skills.
Travel: Requires 25% travel. Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Location: The position is based out of the Washington, DC office.
The job is open until filled. Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter to andersont@nppc.org.
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Remote: candidates located in/near the Washington DC area will be considered
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Federal Affairs Manager works with the Director of Government Relations, Political Affairs, and Health & Payment Policy to (1) determine strategic and operational objectives across the federal advocacy and policy landscape and (2) manage the execution of those objectives.
In executing key responsibilities, the Federal Affairs Manager will develop and manage the budgetary centers related to federal policy tracking and advocacy and manage efforts to (1) analyze and influence policy proposals, (2) engage with policymakers and their staff through direct lobbying, (3) execute grassroots advocacy, (4) identify and enact needed process refinement in those areas; (5) identify and work with stakeholder groups that share ASPS policy goals; (6) communicate opportunities to the Director for any areas where strategic programmatic development may be initiated to further support ASPS’s political and governmental advocacy; (7) manage production of reports and resources that serve to educate federal policymakers and thought leaders, ASPS physician members, and ASPS staff on key issues; and (8) supporting the ASPS Advocacy Summit ASPS political action committee, PlastyPAC.
LEAD FEDERAL ADVOCACY EFFORTS
Create processes for the regular identification of political and legislative trends affecting ASPS priorities
Identify and recommend potential areas for strategic development to address emerging and ongoing high-priority federal issues
Develop positive relationships and useful lines of communication with key government staff
Manage processes supporting ASPS coordination with federal advocacy partners
Lead ASPS’s congressional direct and grassroots advocacy initiatives
Develop relationships and work directly with congressional offices to advance ASPS’s priorities
Manage the work of Advocacy and Government Affairs staff executing direct engagement and grassroots advocacy initiatives at the federal level
Execute, manage and refine protocol for the deployment of ASPS advocacy resources, such as ASPS comment letters, grassroots action alerts, grassroots letter sign-on campaigns, contracted lobbyist time, and ASPS member time
Ensure departmental adherence to the protocol
Respond to federal regulatory developments impacting plastic surgery through advocacy contacts with federal agencies, Congress, and likeminded medical societies and coalitions.
Serve as a subject matter expert for members with questions on the use of quality deliverables and Merit Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) reporting.
Interpret federal regulations related to quality and performance measurement
Monitor work of quality related organizations, including but not limited to NQF, CMS, SQA, CMSS, etc, and engage in their work as relevant and support the Director in responses to.
With the Director, serve as ASPS’s primary federal lobbyists
Engage with key stakeholders in the Washington, DC political and medical communities to enhance ASPS’s role in related activities
Engage in direct lobbying of members of Congress on priority issues through formal meetings and event-based encounters
SUPPORT AND REPRESENT THE ASPS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE
Serve as the Washington presence for the PAC and support the Board of Governors as needed:
Work with the Political Affairs Manager to identify strategically significant meet-and-greets to attend and conduct PlastyPAC check disbursement meetings
Support the Director and Political Affairs Manager in assessing federal congressional candidates for potential PlastyPAC support.
Provide counsel to the PlastyPAC Board of Governors in the course of their consideration of potential check disbursements
Help prepare ASPS political candidate assessment materials
In balance with the State Affairs Manager, prepare and disseminate committee minute
STAFF THE LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY COMMITTEE
In balance with the State Affairs Manager, serve as staff liaison of the ASPS Legislative Advocacy Committee
Plan, organize, and execute committee meetings
Manage and support committee-led projects and initiatives
MANAGE BUDGETS FOR FEDERAL COST CENTERS
Lead the budget planning and management process for the Federal Advocacy and Federal Policy Tracking ASPS cost centers
Analyze and report on areas where programming is reduced, expanded, eliminated or created
Develop an operational plan for activities in each cost center, and translate that plan to a budget
Work across ASPS departments and divisions to ensure that stakeholders impacted by the plan are aware of and able to meet the demands created for them
Conduct ongoing financial management
Monitor spending and accounting on a monthly basis to ensure that all expeses are correctly classified and described
Track expenses-to-budget and adjust operational plans to overcome budget deficits and capitalize on unanticipated savings through new programming or offsetting expected shortfalls.
CONTRIBUTE TO ASPS COMMUNICATIONS
Help develop story ideas related to federal activities for ASPS’s advocacy publications and contributions. As needed, prepare background materials for use by a freelance writer in writing long-form articles.
Lead weekly development of federal activity-related submissions for ASPS Focus
Develop social media content to advertise ASPS’s federal activity and advance ASPS advocacy initiatives.
Write weekly Activity Updates to ASPS leadership and monthly Activity Updates to the Legislative Advocacy Committee on key federal developments
Develop summary reports of ASPS advocacy work to be shared with ASPS physician leadership
Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor Degree in political science, health administration, or related field preferred. Advanced degree a plus.
Understanding of advocacy and legislative process. At least five years previous experience in government relations and federal legislative/regulatory issues.
Experience in health/medical association management and knowledge of health care delivery and third party reimbursement helpful.
Excellent oral/written communication, research, interpersonal, and project management skills.
Ability to simultaneously coordinate a variety of projects and work within activity program deadlines.
Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, Oracle, PowerPoint, and Internet technology. Previous PAC software experience a plus.
*ASPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
Aug 04, 2023
Full time
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Federal Affairs Manager works with the Director of Government Relations, Political Affairs, and Health & Payment Policy to (1) determine strategic and operational objectives across the federal advocacy and policy landscape and (2) manage the execution of those objectives.
In executing key responsibilities, the Federal Affairs Manager will develop and manage the budgetary centers related to federal policy tracking and advocacy and manage efforts to (1) analyze and influence policy proposals, (2) engage with policymakers and their staff through direct lobbying, (3) execute grassroots advocacy, (4) identify and enact needed process refinement in those areas; (5) identify and work with stakeholder groups that share ASPS policy goals; (6) communicate opportunities to the Director for any areas where strategic programmatic development may be initiated to further support ASPS’s political and governmental advocacy; (7) manage production of reports and resources that serve to educate federal policymakers and thought leaders, ASPS physician members, and ASPS staff on key issues; and (8) supporting the ASPS Advocacy Summit ASPS political action committee, PlastyPAC.
LEAD FEDERAL ADVOCACY EFFORTS
Create processes for the regular identification of political and legislative trends affecting ASPS priorities
Identify and recommend potential areas for strategic development to address emerging and ongoing high-priority federal issues
Develop positive relationships and useful lines of communication with key government staff
Manage processes supporting ASPS coordination with federal advocacy partners
Lead ASPS’s congressional direct and grassroots advocacy initiatives
Develop relationships and work directly with congressional offices to advance ASPS’s priorities
Manage the work of Advocacy and Government Affairs staff executing direct engagement and grassroots advocacy initiatives at the federal level
Execute, manage and refine protocol for the deployment of ASPS advocacy resources, such as ASPS comment letters, grassroots action alerts, grassroots letter sign-on campaigns, contracted lobbyist time, and ASPS member time
Ensure departmental adherence to the protocol
Respond to federal regulatory developments impacting plastic surgery through advocacy contacts with federal agencies, Congress, and likeminded medical societies and coalitions.
Serve as a subject matter expert for members with questions on the use of quality deliverables and Merit Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) reporting.
Interpret federal regulations related to quality and performance measurement
Monitor work of quality related organizations, including but not limited to NQF, CMS, SQA, CMSS, etc, and engage in their work as relevant and support the Director in responses to.
With the Director, serve as ASPS’s primary federal lobbyists
Engage with key stakeholders in the Washington, DC political and medical communities to enhance ASPS’s role in related activities
Engage in direct lobbying of members of Congress on priority issues through formal meetings and event-based encounters
SUPPORT AND REPRESENT THE ASPS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE
Serve as the Washington presence for the PAC and support the Board of Governors as needed:
Work with the Political Affairs Manager to identify strategically significant meet-and-greets to attend and conduct PlastyPAC check disbursement meetings
Support the Director and Political Affairs Manager in assessing federal congressional candidates for potential PlastyPAC support.
Provide counsel to the PlastyPAC Board of Governors in the course of their consideration of potential check disbursements
Help prepare ASPS political candidate assessment materials
In balance with the State Affairs Manager, prepare and disseminate committee minute
STAFF THE LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY COMMITTEE
In balance with the State Affairs Manager, serve as staff liaison of the ASPS Legislative Advocacy Committee
Plan, organize, and execute committee meetings
Manage and support committee-led projects and initiatives
MANAGE BUDGETS FOR FEDERAL COST CENTERS
Lead the budget planning and management process for the Federal Advocacy and Federal Policy Tracking ASPS cost centers
Analyze and report on areas where programming is reduced, expanded, eliminated or created
Develop an operational plan for activities in each cost center, and translate that plan to a budget
Work across ASPS departments and divisions to ensure that stakeholders impacted by the plan are aware of and able to meet the demands created for them
Conduct ongoing financial management
Monitor spending and accounting on a monthly basis to ensure that all expeses are correctly classified and described
Track expenses-to-budget and adjust operational plans to overcome budget deficits and capitalize on unanticipated savings through new programming or offsetting expected shortfalls.
CONTRIBUTE TO ASPS COMMUNICATIONS
Help develop story ideas related to federal activities for ASPS’s advocacy publications and contributions. As needed, prepare background materials for use by a freelance writer in writing long-form articles.
Lead weekly development of federal activity-related submissions for ASPS Focus
Develop social media content to advertise ASPS’s federal activity and advance ASPS advocacy initiatives.
Write weekly Activity Updates to ASPS leadership and monthly Activity Updates to the Legislative Advocacy Committee on key federal developments
Develop summary reports of ASPS advocacy work to be shared with ASPS physician leadership
Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Bachelor Degree in political science, health administration, or related field preferred. Advanced degree a plus.
Understanding of advocacy and legislative process. At least five years previous experience in government relations and federal legislative/regulatory issues.
Experience in health/medical association management and knowledge of health care delivery and third party reimbursement helpful.
Excellent oral/written communication, research, interpersonal, and project management skills.
Ability to simultaneously coordinate a variety of projects and work within activity program deadlines.
Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, Oracle, PowerPoint, and Internet technology. Previous PAC software experience a plus.
*ASPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Alexandria, Virginia
TITLE : Director, Legislative Affairs
LOCATION : Alexandria, Virginia
FLSA : Exempt
DIVISION : Office of Legal Counsel
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT : Minimal, less than 10%.
HOURS and SCHEDULE : Generally, Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (minimum 37.5 hours within five (5) days per week); unless otherwise required or approved by management and as needed to be consistently responsive to after-hours and time-sensitive requests from NCMEC leadership and legislative offices.
REPORTS TO : Position reports to the Chief Legal Officer.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT :
Daily contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION : This position will work to build and maintain trusted relationships with congressional offices, caucuses, and committees on the federal level and legislative offices and committees on the state level through consistent, strategic legislative outreach, advocacy, and information sharing relating to legislative and policy issues in support of NCMEC’s mission, programs, and services.
The Director, Legislative Affairs will manage the Legislative Affairs Manager, the State Policy Counsel, and the Policy Program Assistant.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
· Create and implement strategy to increase federal and state legislative outreach, including building new relationships and strengthening existing relationships; maintaining consistent communications with federal and state legislative offices tailored to specific NCMEC issues; and planning and implementing engagement initiatives to build awareness of and support for NCMEC’s child protection mission.
· Support organizational strategy for increasing interactions, relationships, and communications with private corporate and non-profit entities and governmental offices on legislative and policy issues that impact or relate to NCMEC’s core programs of work.
· Manage the work of the Legislative Affairs Manager and State Policy Counsel on multiple, concurrent deliverables, deadlines and projects relating to federal and state initiatives and manage organizational responses to legislative and related third party requests for guidance and technical assistance concerning issues relating to NCMEC’s programs.
· Facilitate introductions and plan trips for senior leaders, including the CEO, and NCMEC issue experts to interact with key stakeholders in Congress.
· Manage proactive monitoring and reporting out on hearings and legislation with potential impact on NCMEC’s mission.
· Collaborate with the Chief Legal Officer, legislative team, and senior leadership on policy developments and substantive requests from the Hill and state legislators as part of formulating evolving organizational strategy and decision-making.
· Collaborate with internal staff and external resources to stay up to date on relevant legal and policy developments relating to NCMEC’s operational programs in order to continually benchmark impact of NCMEC’s legislative and policy strategy and to help develop ideas for new legislative initiatives supporting NCMEC.
· Represent the organization when interacting with the Hill, governmental agencies; federal officials and staffers; non-profit and corporate entities; internal working groups; and partner coalitions.
· Implement and maintain consistent workflows and protocols relating to legislative and policy trackers, communications, and deliverables on federal and state issues.
· Oversee compilation of briefing documents and related communications relating to NCMEC’s federal and state legislative priorities and positions.
· Oversee maintenance of NCMEC lobbying registrations at the federal and state levels.
· Other duties and special projects as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
· Bachelor’s degree required.
· Minimum of 6 years substantive experience relating to Congressional relations, federal and/or legislative affairs, and public policy matters, including advocacy, required.
· Experience as a Congressional staffer required.
· Experience with and/or exposure to state legislative issues preferred.
· Experience working with federal appropriations and federal grant protocols preferred.
· Experience working closely with non-profit organizations, for-profit corporations, or law firms lobbying on legislative and/or advocacy matters required.
· Previous experience with and/or working knowledge relating to non-profit, child-related, constitutional, and/or technology-related issues preferred.
· Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining strategic relationships with Congress, federal government agencies, and/or state legislative offices required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
· Working knowledge and experience with protocols and processes relating to Capitol Hill and federal government agencies, especially relating to appropriations and federal grant procedures.
· Working knowledge, or interest in quickly developing working knowledge, with protocols and processes relating to state legislative procedures.
· Strong written and oral communication and advocacy skills in support of NCMEC’s mission.
· Commitment to participating in and furthering a collaborative work environment.
· Ability to interact and communicate appropriately with a range of internal and external colleagues and entities holding the same or different policy positions on issues relevant to NCMEC.
· Ability to perform as high-level strategic thinker and act decisively.
· Excellent judgment in setting priorities and interacting with internal and external contacts.
· Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects and manage multiple staff through various workflows and prioritize multiple deliverables while maintaining open communication with Chief Legal Officer and senior management, as needed.
· Diligence and past success in pursuing positive outcomes in difficult situations.
· Strong commitment and dedication to continually learning about evolving programs and operations of NCMEC and the legislative and policy trends impacting NCMEC’s mission.
· Demonstrated proficiency in using word processing, spreadsheet, and standard database software.
· Adaptability, flexibility and ability to work as part of a team and in an individual capacity.
· Ability to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of highly sensitive material and information.
· Passion for the issues affecting missing and exploited children.
· Ability to register as a federal lobbyist for NCMEC required.
Feb 21, 2023
Full time
TITLE : Director, Legislative Affairs
LOCATION : Alexandria, Virginia
FLSA : Exempt
DIVISION : Office of Legal Counsel
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT : Minimal, less than 10%.
HOURS and SCHEDULE : Generally, Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (minimum 37.5 hours within five (5) days per week); unless otherwise required or approved by management and as needed to be consistently responsive to after-hours and time-sensitive requests from NCMEC leadership and legislative offices.
REPORTS TO : Position reports to the Chief Legal Officer.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT :
Daily contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION : This position will work to build and maintain trusted relationships with congressional offices, caucuses, and committees on the federal level and legislative offices and committees on the state level through consistent, strategic legislative outreach, advocacy, and information sharing relating to legislative and policy issues in support of NCMEC’s mission, programs, and services.
The Director, Legislative Affairs will manage the Legislative Affairs Manager, the State Policy Counsel, and the Policy Program Assistant.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
· Create and implement strategy to increase federal and state legislative outreach, including building new relationships and strengthening existing relationships; maintaining consistent communications with federal and state legislative offices tailored to specific NCMEC issues; and planning and implementing engagement initiatives to build awareness of and support for NCMEC’s child protection mission.
· Support organizational strategy for increasing interactions, relationships, and communications with private corporate and non-profit entities and governmental offices on legislative and policy issues that impact or relate to NCMEC’s core programs of work.
· Manage the work of the Legislative Affairs Manager and State Policy Counsel on multiple, concurrent deliverables, deadlines and projects relating to federal and state initiatives and manage organizational responses to legislative and related third party requests for guidance and technical assistance concerning issues relating to NCMEC’s programs.
· Facilitate introductions and plan trips for senior leaders, including the CEO, and NCMEC issue experts to interact with key stakeholders in Congress.
· Manage proactive monitoring and reporting out on hearings and legislation with potential impact on NCMEC’s mission.
· Collaborate with the Chief Legal Officer, legislative team, and senior leadership on policy developments and substantive requests from the Hill and state legislators as part of formulating evolving organizational strategy and decision-making.
· Collaborate with internal staff and external resources to stay up to date on relevant legal and policy developments relating to NCMEC’s operational programs in order to continually benchmark impact of NCMEC’s legislative and policy strategy and to help develop ideas for new legislative initiatives supporting NCMEC.
· Represent the organization when interacting with the Hill, governmental agencies; federal officials and staffers; non-profit and corporate entities; internal working groups; and partner coalitions.
· Implement and maintain consistent workflows and protocols relating to legislative and policy trackers, communications, and deliverables on federal and state issues.
· Oversee compilation of briefing documents and related communications relating to NCMEC’s federal and state legislative priorities and positions.
· Oversee maintenance of NCMEC lobbying registrations at the federal and state levels.
· Other duties and special projects as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
· Bachelor’s degree required.
· Minimum of 6 years substantive experience relating to Congressional relations, federal and/or legislative affairs, and public policy matters, including advocacy, required.
· Experience as a Congressional staffer required.
· Experience with and/or exposure to state legislative issues preferred.
· Experience working with federal appropriations and federal grant protocols preferred.
· Experience working closely with non-profit organizations, for-profit corporations, or law firms lobbying on legislative and/or advocacy matters required.
· Previous experience with and/or working knowledge relating to non-profit, child-related, constitutional, and/or technology-related issues preferred.
· Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining strategic relationships with Congress, federal government agencies, and/or state legislative offices required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
· Working knowledge and experience with protocols and processes relating to Capitol Hill and federal government agencies, especially relating to appropriations and federal grant procedures.
· Working knowledge, or interest in quickly developing working knowledge, with protocols and processes relating to state legislative procedures.
· Strong written and oral communication and advocacy skills in support of NCMEC’s mission.
· Commitment to participating in and furthering a collaborative work environment.
· Ability to interact and communicate appropriately with a range of internal and external colleagues and entities holding the same or different policy positions on issues relevant to NCMEC.
· Ability to perform as high-level strategic thinker and act decisively.
· Excellent judgment in setting priorities and interacting with internal and external contacts.
· Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects and manage multiple staff through various workflows and prioritize multiple deliverables while maintaining open communication with Chief Legal Officer and senior management, as needed.
· Diligence and past success in pursuing positive outcomes in difficult situations.
· Strong commitment and dedication to continually learning about evolving programs and operations of NCMEC and the legislative and policy trends impacting NCMEC’s mission.
· Demonstrated proficiency in using word processing, spreadsheet, and standard database software.
· Adaptability, flexibility and ability to work as part of a team and in an individual capacity.
· Ability to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of highly sensitive material and information.
· Passion for the issues affecting missing and exploited children.
· Ability to register as a federal lobbyist for NCMEC required.
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
333 John Carlyle Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314
TITLE : Director, Legislative Affairs
LOCATION : Alexandria, Virginia
FLSA : Exempt
DIVISION : Office of Legal Counsel
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT : Minimal, less than 10%.
HOURS and SCHEDULE : Generally, Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (minimum 37.5 hours within five (5) days per week); As necessary, the ability to work flexible hours and to be responsive to after-hours and time sensitive requests from NCMEC leadership and legislative offices is required.
REPORTS TO : Position reports to the Senior Vice President, General Counsel.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: The Director, Legislative Affairs will manage the Legislative Affairs Manager, the State Policy Counsel, and the Policy Program Assistant.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT : Daily contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION : This position will work with the General Counsel to set strategy for, implement, and manage federal and state legislative outreach, advocacy, and lobbying, including the delivery of technical assistance, advocacy, and lobbying relating to legislative and policy issues in support of NCMEC’s mission, programs, and services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Partner with the General Counsel, Legislative Affairs Manager, State Policy Counsel, and NCMEC senior management to develop and create strategies to prioritize NCMEC’s legislative and advocacy agenda and activities relating to federal and state child protection legislation and related issues supporting NCMEC’s mission.
Create and manage strategy for increasing the range of interaction, relationships, and communications with federal and state legislative offices; private corporate and non-profit entities; and internal NCMEC staff on legislative issues that may impact or relate to NCMEC’s core programs of work.
Manage and coordinate with the Legislative Affairs Manager and State Policy Counsel on multiple, simultaneous deliverables, deadlines and projects relating to federal and state initiatives.
Collaborate with General Counsel on policy developments, substantive requests from the Hill and state legislators, and strategic policy decisions arising at the federal or state levels in order to coordinate organizational strategy and decision-making.
Collaborate with internal staff to stay up to date on developments regarding NCMEC’s operational programs in order to continually benchmark impact of NCMEC’s legislative affairs agenda and strategy and to develop ideas for new legislative initiatives supporting NCMEC.
Represent the organization when interacting with the Hill, governmental agencies; federal officials and staffers; non-profit and corporate entities; internal working groups; and partner coalitions.
Work closely with Legislative Affairs Manager, State Policy Counsel, and internal staff to manage process for crafting organizational responses to legislative and related third party requests for guidance and technical assistance concerning proposed policy and federal legislative issues relating to NCMEC programs.
Manage and oversee implementation of consistent workflows and document protocols relating to legislative and policy trackers, communications, and deliverables.
Oversee drafting of written testimony, policy position papers, and briefing documents relating to NCMEC’s federal and state legislative priorities and positions.
Liaise as requested with the Public Policy Committee of the Board of Directors on discussion and action items that arise.
Ability to register as a federal lobbyist for NCMEC required.
Oversee maintenance of NCMEC lobbying registrations.
Present at Hill briefings, conferences, and related events regarding policy, regulatory, and legislative issues concerning NCMEC programs of work.
Other duties and special projects as assigned by the General Counsel.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
Bachelor’s degree required; JD preferred.
Minimum of 10 years substantive experience relating to Congressional relations, federal and/or legislative affairs, and public policy matters required.
Experience as a Congressional staffer required.
Experience with and/or exposure to state legislative issues preferred.
Experience working with federal appropriations and federal grant protocols strongly preferred.
Previous experience working closely with non-profit organizations, for-profit corporations, or law firms lobbying on legislative matters required.
Previous experience with and/or working knowledge relating to non-profit, child-related, constitutional, and/or technology-related issues required.
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining strategic relationships and open communication and collaboration with Congress and federal government agencies required.
Experience working with non-profit organizations, or similarly situated entities, relating to developing and coordinating national and state policies on mission-related issues preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Working knowledge and experience with protocols and processes relating to Capitol Hill and federal government agencies, especially relating to appropriations and federal grant procedures.
Working knowledge, and/or motivation and comfort gaining working knowledge, with protocols and processes relating to state legislative process.
Strong written and oral communication and advocacy skills in support of NCMEC’s mission.
Ability to interact and communicate appropriately with a range of internal and external colleagues and entities holding the same or different policy positions on issues relevant to NCMEC.
Ability to perform as high-level strategic thinker and act decisively.
Demonstrated skill and comfort analyzing technology processes and data to communicate and draft correspondence, briefing documents, and presentations for a variety of audiences.
Excellent judgment in setting priorities and interacting with internal and external contacts.
Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects and manage multiple staff through various workflows and prioritize multiple deliverables.
Diligence and past success in pursuing positive outcomes in difficult situations.
Ability and dedication to continued learning about evolving programs and operations of NCMEC.
Demonstrated proficiency in using word processing, spreadsheet, and standard database software.
Adaptability, flexibility and ability to work as part of a team and in an individual capacity.
Ability to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of highly sensitive material and information.
Passion for the issues affecting missing and exploited children.
Nov 15, 2022
Full time
TITLE : Director, Legislative Affairs
LOCATION : Alexandria, Virginia
FLSA : Exempt
DIVISION : Office of Legal Counsel
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT : Minimal, less than 10%.
HOURS and SCHEDULE : Generally, Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (minimum 37.5 hours within five (5) days per week); As necessary, the ability to work flexible hours and to be responsive to after-hours and time sensitive requests from NCMEC leadership and legislative offices is required.
REPORTS TO : Position reports to the Senior Vice President, General Counsel.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: The Director, Legislative Affairs will manage the Legislative Affairs Manager, the State Policy Counsel, and the Policy Program Assistant.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT : Daily contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION : This position will work with the General Counsel to set strategy for, implement, and manage federal and state legislative outreach, advocacy, and lobbying, including the delivery of technical assistance, advocacy, and lobbying relating to legislative and policy issues in support of NCMEC’s mission, programs, and services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Partner with the General Counsel, Legislative Affairs Manager, State Policy Counsel, and NCMEC senior management to develop and create strategies to prioritize NCMEC’s legislative and advocacy agenda and activities relating to federal and state child protection legislation and related issues supporting NCMEC’s mission.
Create and manage strategy for increasing the range of interaction, relationships, and communications with federal and state legislative offices; private corporate and non-profit entities; and internal NCMEC staff on legislative issues that may impact or relate to NCMEC’s core programs of work.
Manage and coordinate with the Legislative Affairs Manager and State Policy Counsel on multiple, simultaneous deliverables, deadlines and projects relating to federal and state initiatives.
Collaborate with General Counsel on policy developments, substantive requests from the Hill and state legislators, and strategic policy decisions arising at the federal or state levels in order to coordinate organizational strategy and decision-making.
Collaborate with internal staff to stay up to date on developments regarding NCMEC’s operational programs in order to continually benchmark impact of NCMEC’s legislative affairs agenda and strategy and to develop ideas for new legislative initiatives supporting NCMEC.
Represent the organization when interacting with the Hill, governmental agencies; federal officials and staffers; non-profit and corporate entities; internal working groups; and partner coalitions.
Work closely with Legislative Affairs Manager, State Policy Counsel, and internal staff to manage process for crafting organizational responses to legislative and related third party requests for guidance and technical assistance concerning proposed policy and federal legislative issues relating to NCMEC programs.
Manage and oversee implementation of consistent workflows and document protocols relating to legislative and policy trackers, communications, and deliverables.
Oversee drafting of written testimony, policy position papers, and briefing documents relating to NCMEC’s federal and state legislative priorities and positions.
Liaise as requested with the Public Policy Committee of the Board of Directors on discussion and action items that arise.
Ability to register as a federal lobbyist for NCMEC required.
Oversee maintenance of NCMEC lobbying registrations.
Present at Hill briefings, conferences, and related events regarding policy, regulatory, and legislative issues concerning NCMEC programs of work.
Other duties and special projects as assigned by the General Counsel.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
Bachelor’s degree required; JD preferred.
Minimum of 10 years substantive experience relating to Congressional relations, federal and/or legislative affairs, and public policy matters required.
Experience as a Congressional staffer required.
Experience with and/or exposure to state legislative issues preferred.
Experience working with federal appropriations and federal grant protocols strongly preferred.
Previous experience working closely with non-profit organizations, for-profit corporations, or law firms lobbying on legislative matters required.
Previous experience with and/or working knowledge relating to non-profit, child-related, constitutional, and/or technology-related issues required.
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining strategic relationships and open communication and collaboration with Congress and federal government agencies required.
Experience working with non-profit organizations, or similarly situated entities, relating to developing and coordinating national and state policies on mission-related issues preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Working knowledge and experience with protocols and processes relating to Capitol Hill and federal government agencies, especially relating to appropriations and federal grant procedures.
Working knowledge, and/or motivation and comfort gaining working knowledge, with protocols and processes relating to state legislative process.
Strong written and oral communication and advocacy skills in support of NCMEC’s mission.
Ability to interact and communicate appropriately with a range of internal and external colleagues and entities holding the same or different policy positions on issues relevant to NCMEC.
Ability to perform as high-level strategic thinker and act decisively.
Demonstrated skill and comfort analyzing technology processes and data to communicate and draft correspondence, briefing documents, and presentations for a variety of audiences.
Excellent judgment in setting priorities and interacting with internal and external contacts.
Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects and manage multiple staff through various workflows and prioritize multiple deliverables.
Diligence and past success in pursuing positive outcomes in difficult situations.
Ability and dedication to continued learning about evolving programs and operations of NCMEC.
Demonstrated proficiency in using word processing, spreadsheet, and standard database software.
Adaptability, flexibility and ability to work as part of a team and in an individual capacity.
Ability to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of highly sensitive material and information.
Passion for the issues affecting missing and exploited children.
Summary:
The Manager, Government Affairs provides support in furthering the Department’s mission of promoting the wireless industry’s position on policy issues at the federal level on behalf of, and in coordination with CTIA’s members. This position requires considerable substantive participation in department projects and initiatives. The Manager will assist the team with coordinating meetings, developing advocacy documents such as letters and testimony, attend and summarize legislative hearings, gathering data, and developing presentations, monitoring legislative activity, and providing other assistance as needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the Following:
Assist the SVP Government Affairs and team on all aspects of coordinating, organizing, executing, and reporting of Federal legislative advocacy as legislative issues arise throughout the year.
Draft, proofread, fact-check, and distribute printed materials with Government Affairs team.
Attend congressional hearings and prepare summaries for distribution to member companies.
Assist Government Affairs team on lobbying and congressional outreach with Association members, consultants, and other outside parties.
Compile information for distribution to members, consultants, or other interested constituencies on wireless issues.
Keep apprised of industry developments and potential impacts on Association objectives.
Work with the PAC Director on creation of materials, compiling data, and distributing materials.
Provide research and data-gathering assistance for advocacy materials.
Tracking and monitoring legislation, hearings, markups, and floor activity.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Not Applicable
Competency:
To perform the job successfully, you should demonstrate the following competencies:
Project Management - Coordinates projects.
Customer Service - Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills – Ability to maintain confidential information.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plan work activities; Uses time efficiently.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives to meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge:
Strong familiarity with congressional members and staff, and congressional process are a must. Good analytical and political skills also important. Ability to understand technology and issues related to industry.
Computer skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Education and/or experience:
Bachelor's degree preferred. Legislative of Capitol Hill background important.
Language skills:
Detail-oriented with knowledge of grammar and punctuation. Proficiency in proofreading skills and strong communications skills are required. Location:
CTIA is currently operating on a hybrid work schedule with in-person requirements on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Physical demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; and use of motor skills.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
This list describes general duties and responsibilities. It is not a complete list of duties. Incumbents may be required to perform additional tasks related to these duties.
CTIA does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, color, race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, marital status, personal appearance, veteran status, political affiliation, matriculation, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Oct 31, 2022
Full time
Summary:
The Manager, Government Affairs provides support in furthering the Department’s mission of promoting the wireless industry’s position on policy issues at the federal level on behalf of, and in coordination with CTIA’s members. This position requires considerable substantive participation in department projects and initiatives. The Manager will assist the team with coordinating meetings, developing advocacy documents such as letters and testimony, attend and summarize legislative hearings, gathering data, and developing presentations, monitoring legislative activity, and providing other assistance as needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the Following:
Assist the SVP Government Affairs and team on all aspects of coordinating, organizing, executing, and reporting of Federal legislative advocacy as legislative issues arise throughout the year.
Draft, proofread, fact-check, and distribute printed materials with Government Affairs team.
Attend congressional hearings and prepare summaries for distribution to member companies.
Assist Government Affairs team on lobbying and congressional outreach with Association members, consultants, and other outside parties.
Compile information for distribution to members, consultants, or other interested constituencies on wireless issues.
Keep apprised of industry developments and potential impacts on Association objectives.
Work with the PAC Director on creation of materials, compiling data, and distributing materials.
Provide research and data-gathering assistance for advocacy materials.
Tracking and monitoring legislation, hearings, markups, and floor activity.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Not Applicable
Competency:
To perform the job successfully, you should demonstrate the following competencies:
Project Management - Coordinates projects.
Customer Service - Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills – Ability to maintain confidential information.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plan work activities; Uses time efficiently.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives to meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge:
Strong familiarity with congressional members and staff, and congressional process are a must. Good analytical and political skills also important. Ability to understand technology and issues related to industry.
Computer skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Education and/or experience:
Bachelor's degree preferred. Legislative of Capitol Hill background important.
Language skills:
Detail-oriented with knowledge of grammar and punctuation. Proficiency in proofreading skills and strong communications skills are required. Location:
CTIA is currently operating on a hybrid work schedule with in-person requirements on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Physical demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; and use of motor skills.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
This list describes general duties and responsibilities. It is not a complete list of duties. Incumbents may be required to perform additional tasks related to these duties.
CTIA does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, color, race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, marital status, personal appearance, veteran status, political affiliation, matriculation, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
About the National Service Office
The National Service Office is the central operational engine for two evidence-based programs: Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First. In 2020, what was formerly the National Service Office solely for Nurse-Family Partnership united with Child First, a merger empowering two proven models to share complementary expertise, infrastructure and integrated services. The resulting unified entity works to ensure that healthcare, early childhood development, and the mental wellness of the entire family are served in proven ways to achieve long-term positive outcomes.
Our Commitment to You
We recognize that inequity stems from policies and practices that cause and justify inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across underserved communities, including various racial, ethnic, gender, religious, and sexual orientation groups. The NSO is committed to addressing its principles and practices that cause inequality and is committed to promoting anti-racism, anti-oppression, diversity, equity, and inclusion in our research, education, and operations. We respect and honor differences in race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and veteran status and have an ongoing commitment to identify and address issues that affect our staff and the communities we serve.
Position Description
The primary purpose of this position is to pursue state legislative, regulatory, and grassroots advocacy strategies that support growth, sustainability and impact of public funding and policies for the Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First programs. This role will cultivate and manage key relationships with policymakers at the state and local level, as well as district staff members of Congress, stakeholders and other funders, etc. to build support for the Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First programs for a group of regionally assigned states.
This position is based remotely and requires working across the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. In addition to travel within region, this position will occasionally require travel to other regions in the country, including travel to Washington D.C. and Denver, Colorado. The position will be based in one of the assigned states.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and successfully execute annual planning and resulting strategies and tactics to achieve national and state advocacy goals and state-level policy, funding and private-public partnership goals.
Sustain and grow existing public funding for the Nurse-Family Partnership and/or Child First programs across assigned states.
Implement strategies that contribute to the goals of the national public policy priorities, including the alignment of federal priorities to state-level efforts which reinforce key maternal, infant, nurse workforce and mental health policy issues, expand funding availability and seek regulatory changes to improve both models’ efficiencies and effectiveness.
Cultivate strong, bipartisan relationships with key stakeholders including elected officials and staff, executive branch and state agency officials, district-level congressional staff, political influencers, community leaders, coalitions and other stakeholder groups.
Identify and analyze key public policy and funding trends impacting states and network partners across assigned portfolio, and provide comprehensive, data-specific reporting and presentations upon request.
Oversee management and accountability of state lobbying contracts for a subset of states and throughout the assigned portfolio.
Develop and leverage grassroots advocates, political influencers and strong stakeholder partnerships to achieve state advocacy cultivation and outreach goals, including hosted events, forums and media.
Ensure timely and accurate submissions of progress in Salesforce, Fiscal Note, Voter Voice and other reporting requests deemed essential to productivity tracking
Provide support as requested in the attendance, planning and execution of PGA-related advocacy events, meetings and retreats.
Work collaboratively with a cross-functional team across multiple departments to support local implementing agency partners on implementation, blended/braided funding strategies and meeting regulatory or administrative requirements.
Flexibility and adaptability; demonstrated ability to adjust to changing priorities and political/fiscal climates.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Administration, Public Health, or related field required
Minimum 5 years’ experience in lobbying and/or advocacy; legislative and regulatory processes, budget cycles, working with elected officials, federal/state/local government agencies, and coalitions.
Minimum 5 years’ experience developing and executing strategic and tactical plans at the state level.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in people/program management.
Minimum 2 years’ experience managing contract lobbyists and knowledge of lobbying strategies, compliance, etc.
Minimum 2 years’ experience working with coalitions and managing partnerships.
Excellent organizational, negotiating, verbal, and written communication skills.
Familiarity with public funding, policies, programs that support Maternal and Child health and/or child welfare initiatives, including Title V, TANF and MIECHV preferred.
Knowledge of Medicaid, health care systems and/or managed care is preferred
Ability to travel 30% of the time (dependent upon current public health orders and business need)
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position reports to Senior Manager, Government Affairs and has no direct reports.
Salary
Salary is determined based on experience and skill set. Geographical adjustments will be considered.
Range: $67,750 - $90,105/year
Benefits
The National Service Office offers the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Group Term Life Insurance, Short-term and long-term disability, vacation time, personal time, sick time and 14 paid holidays.
Core Organizational Values
Be tenacious caregivers by bringing passion and excellence to our clinical practice and professional services
Actively listen to and persistently serve our families and our implementation network
Provide leadership in the field of evidence-based and home visitation programs
Seek and find solutions
Innovate and stay relevant
Translate and enhance the science of pregnancy, brain, and early childhood development to serve vulnerable babies and families
Promote health equity and eliminate disparities to improve outcomes for the moms and babies we serve now and beyond.
Respect and honor differences in race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran status
Be respectful, collaborative and tenacious in all our interactions with each other and on behalf of our families and implementation network
To learn more about the programs and the national service office, please visit www.nursefamilypartnership.org and www.childfirst.org .
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Oct 24, 2022
Full time
About the National Service Office
The National Service Office is the central operational engine for two evidence-based programs: Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First. In 2020, what was formerly the National Service Office solely for Nurse-Family Partnership united with Child First, a merger empowering two proven models to share complementary expertise, infrastructure and integrated services. The resulting unified entity works to ensure that healthcare, early childhood development, and the mental wellness of the entire family are served in proven ways to achieve long-term positive outcomes.
Our Commitment to You
We recognize that inequity stems from policies and practices that cause and justify inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across underserved communities, including various racial, ethnic, gender, religious, and sexual orientation groups. The NSO is committed to addressing its principles and practices that cause inequality and is committed to promoting anti-racism, anti-oppression, diversity, equity, and inclusion in our research, education, and operations. We respect and honor differences in race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and veteran status and have an ongoing commitment to identify and address issues that affect our staff and the communities we serve.
Position Description
The primary purpose of this position is to pursue state legislative, regulatory, and grassroots advocacy strategies that support growth, sustainability and impact of public funding and policies for the Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First programs. This role will cultivate and manage key relationships with policymakers at the state and local level, as well as district staff members of Congress, stakeholders and other funders, etc. to build support for the Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First programs for a group of regionally assigned states.
This position is based remotely and requires working across the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. In addition to travel within region, this position will occasionally require travel to other regions in the country, including travel to Washington D.C. and Denver, Colorado. The position will be based in one of the assigned states.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and successfully execute annual planning and resulting strategies and tactics to achieve national and state advocacy goals and state-level policy, funding and private-public partnership goals.
Sustain and grow existing public funding for the Nurse-Family Partnership and/or Child First programs across assigned states.
Implement strategies that contribute to the goals of the national public policy priorities, including the alignment of federal priorities to state-level efforts which reinforce key maternal, infant, nurse workforce and mental health policy issues, expand funding availability and seek regulatory changes to improve both models’ efficiencies and effectiveness.
Cultivate strong, bipartisan relationships with key stakeholders including elected officials and staff, executive branch and state agency officials, district-level congressional staff, political influencers, community leaders, coalitions and other stakeholder groups.
Identify and analyze key public policy and funding trends impacting states and network partners across assigned portfolio, and provide comprehensive, data-specific reporting and presentations upon request.
Oversee management and accountability of state lobbying contracts for a subset of states and throughout the assigned portfolio.
Develop and leverage grassroots advocates, political influencers and strong stakeholder partnerships to achieve state advocacy cultivation and outreach goals, including hosted events, forums and media.
Ensure timely and accurate submissions of progress in Salesforce, Fiscal Note, Voter Voice and other reporting requests deemed essential to productivity tracking
Provide support as requested in the attendance, planning and execution of PGA-related advocacy events, meetings and retreats.
Work collaboratively with a cross-functional team across multiple departments to support local implementing agency partners on implementation, blended/braided funding strategies and meeting regulatory or administrative requirements.
Flexibility and adaptability; demonstrated ability to adjust to changing priorities and political/fiscal climates.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Administration, Public Health, or related field required
Minimum 5 years’ experience in lobbying and/or advocacy; legislative and regulatory processes, budget cycles, working with elected officials, federal/state/local government agencies, and coalitions.
Minimum 5 years’ experience developing and executing strategic and tactical plans at the state level.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in people/program management.
Minimum 2 years’ experience managing contract lobbyists and knowledge of lobbying strategies, compliance, etc.
Minimum 2 years’ experience working with coalitions and managing partnerships.
Excellent organizational, negotiating, verbal, and written communication skills.
Familiarity with public funding, policies, programs that support Maternal and Child health and/or child welfare initiatives, including Title V, TANF and MIECHV preferred.
Knowledge of Medicaid, health care systems and/or managed care is preferred
Ability to travel 30% of the time (dependent upon current public health orders and business need)
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position reports to Senior Manager, Government Affairs and has no direct reports.
Salary
Salary is determined based on experience and skill set. Geographical adjustments will be considered.
Range: $67,750 - $90,105/year
Benefits
The National Service Office offers the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Group Term Life Insurance, Short-term and long-term disability, vacation time, personal time, sick time and 14 paid holidays.
Core Organizational Values
Be tenacious caregivers by bringing passion and excellence to our clinical practice and professional services
Actively listen to and persistently serve our families and our implementation network
Provide leadership in the field of evidence-based and home visitation programs
Seek and find solutions
Innovate and stay relevant
Translate and enhance the science of pregnancy, brain, and early childhood development to serve vulnerable babies and families
Promote health equity and eliminate disparities to improve outcomes for the moms and babies we serve now and beyond.
Respect and honor differences in race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran status
Be respectful, collaborative and tenacious in all our interactions with each other and on behalf of our families and implementation network
To learn more about the programs and the national service office, please visit www.nursefamilypartnership.org and www.childfirst.org .
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Position Summary
The position is responsible for enhancing the advocacy efforts of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) by creating champions from targeted members of Congress through direct political engagement within their applicable districts. The position is also responsible for assisting and motivating member company facilities representatives to execute robust engagement in field-based political and grassroots activities.
The position reports directly to the Senior Director, Political Mobilization.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Mobilizes political assets in targeted districts to engage in Congressional plant tours, district meetings, political fundraisers, etc., on a sustained basis.
Assists in the creation, marketing and implementation of grassroots and social media strategy and components.
Identifies potential tools to enhance overall online grassroots and social media efforts and investigates opportunities to expand online service to outside audience.
Develops written communications (e.g. activity reports, Action Alerts, presentations, training materials, web content, etc.) to inform relevant internal and/or external audiences of priority issues as well as program actions and results.
Maintains current grassroots database and produces information from system, as needed.
Develops and maintains strong working relationships with relevant ACC staff, member company representatives, and various third-party consultants/vendors.
Coordinates with appropriate State and Federal Affairs staff, including planning grassroots meetings, preparing appropriate leave-behind materials, and attending meetings/conferences, as needed.
Serves as department liaison to other divisions of the organization.
Identifies, compiles, and distributes relevant reports, as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
Required
Bachelor’s degree.
Three years relevant campaign, political experience or digital media experience.
Familiarity with and interest in public policy process and grassroots strategies, tools, and tactics.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues, projects, tasks and information/requests.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing legislative and political environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working with internet applications, including website management.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel, as needed, within the United States.
Preferred
Federal or state candidate campaign or district office work experience.
Corporate or trade association experience.
Significant digital media engagement.
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Mar 16, 2022
Full time
Position Summary
The position is responsible for enhancing the advocacy efforts of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) by creating champions from targeted members of Congress through direct political engagement within their applicable districts. The position is also responsible for assisting and motivating member company facilities representatives to execute robust engagement in field-based political and grassroots activities.
The position reports directly to the Senior Director, Political Mobilization.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Mobilizes political assets in targeted districts to engage in Congressional plant tours, district meetings, political fundraisers, etc., on a sustained basis.
Assists in the creation, marketing and implementation of grassroots and social media strategy and components.
Identifies potential tools to enhance overall online grassroots and social media efforts and investigates opportunities to expand online service to outside audience.
Develops written communications (e.g. activity reports, Action Alerts, presentations, training materials, web content, etc.) to inform relevant internal and/or external audiences of priority issues as well as program actions and results.
Maintains current grassroots database and produces information from system, as needed.
Develops and maintains strong working relationships with relevant ACC staff, member company representatives, and various third-party consultants/vendors.
Coordinates with appropriate State and Federal Affairs staff, including planning grassroots meetings, preparing appropriate leave-behind materials, and attending meetings/conferences, as needed.
Serves as department liaison to other divisions of the organization.
Identifies, compiles, and distributes relevant reports, as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
Required
Bachelor’s degree.
Three years relevant campaign, political experience or digital media experience.
Familiarity with and interest in public policy process and grassroots strategies, tools, and tactics.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues, projects, tasks and information/requests.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing legislative and political environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working with internet applications, including website management.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel, as needed, within the United States.
Preferred
Federal or state candidate campaign or district office work experience.
Corporate or trade association experience.
Significant digital media engagement.
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Government Relations Government Relations (GR) seeks to advance Pew's nonpartisan policy and research goals at all levels of government, in the United States and internationally. We focus on sharing the organization's research and fact-based recommendations, shaping pragmatic strategies to achieve program objectives, and building relationships with key government officials to forge compromise and consensus on issues that make a difference to the public. Position Overview This position, based in Pew's Washington, DC office, reports to the Senior Vice President, Government Relations. The Senior Director, Government Relations is responsible for managing a team of professionals who help design and execute strategies to advance the goals of various advocacy and research projects in Pew's Environment portfolio. Current initiatives to protect the natural environment focus on land and river conservation in the United States, Canada, Chile, and Australia; international action to address the threat to the ocean from plastic pollution, seabed mining, harmful fisheries subsidies, illegal fishing, and overfishing; making U.S. communities more resilient to flooding; and protecting coastal wetlands and coral reefs. The Senior Director will coordinate closely with colleagues in the Environment portfolio to provide strategic advice, research, educational material, and policy recommendations to policymakers at the state, federal, and international levels. Working with teams across Pew, including in Communications and Legal Affairs, the Senior Director will help achieve important public policy goals to preserve wild places, restore biodiversity, and increase the understanding of ocean ecology. Responsibilities
Manage a government relations team with deep experience in environmental policy making, in collaboration with managers of individual projects, including mentoring, professional development of staff, and performance evaluations.
With program and other Pew colleagues, develop a strong identity for Pew initiatives with key players in the U.S. Congress and federal executive branch; select U.S. states; Canada; Australia; Chile; the United Kingdom; and the European Union. Work to raise the profile, credibility, and influence of Pew and its initiatives among these constituencies.
Influence action on environmental issues in international fora such as regional fisheries management organizations, the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, and the International Maritime Organization.
Work with portfolio leadership to identify, prioritize, implement, and coordinate advocacy objectives at the state, national, and international levels, and to develop and evaluate political feasibility of potential new areas of work.
Work with Environment colleagues to develop and implement effective outreach strategies designed to bring project policy goals to the attention of elected and appointed federal policymakers, including direct contact, conferences, electronic communications, and other activities.
In support of the Environment portfolio's policy goals, work with project teams to develop and manage national coalitions and identify partners who can play a critical role in advancing the objectives of the initiative.
Develop and maintain key relationships with U.S. congressional offices and serve as a liaison to federal and congressional staff.
Provide informed direction on lobbying compliance, liaising directly with GR's compliance team, ensuring that environmental advocacy efforts are coordinated with other Pew projects and contributing to planning advocacy efforts across the organization.
Serve as a connector between environment project teams and GR, helping drive the use of GR's "e-Advocacy" tools in support of project goals.
Manage GR environment approvals including communications with government officials, e-Advocacy postings, formal testimony, social media and press statements.
Oversee contracts with government relations vendors-drafting deliverables and the scope of work for vendors, working with Pew's contracts and procurement to finalize agreements, and actively managing and overseeing the workplan to ensure deliverables are met.
Manage a system for tracking institutional lobbying and government official spending within Environment in close collaboration with the legal department and GR's compliance team.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in government relations, government service, U.S. and international environmental campaigns, and/or policy advocacy, demonstrating a high level of understanding of U.S. and international policy development. Experience or familiarity with policy initiatives of the UN or other intergovernmental fora and/or European government institutions preferred.
Experience working with a variety of public and private-sector officials across the political spectrum and a strong network of contacts with government officials, including members of Congress and their staff. Experience working in Congress or the U.S. Executive branch preferred. An ability to leverage relationships to influence positive outcomes.
Minimum of eight years of previous direct supervisory experience required, including experience managing performance management process for direct reports and providing career development advice and counsel.
Prior to commencing employment with Pew, candidates for this position who were registered to lobby in any jurisdiction must certify termination of previous registration(s) and provide copies of termination notices with said jurisdiction(s) to Pew.
Excellent political skills and judgment, demonstrated leadership and management ability, and strong and diplomatic interpersonal skills. Able to develop and manage productive relationships with a range of diverse interests. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, foster consensus, and collaborate with national partners.
Strategic thinker.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and experience interacting with the media.
Travel This position requires occasional travel to attend meetings and conferences, and to perform other business. Total Rewards We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance. The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Apply Here
PI161841270
Jan 24, 2022
Full time
Government Relations Government Relations (GR) seeks to advance Pew's nonpartisan policy and research goals at all levels of government, in the United States and internationally. We focus on sharing the organization's research and fact-based recommendations, shaping pragmatic strategies to achieve program objectives, and building relationships with key government officials to forge compromise and consensus on issues that make a difference to the public. Position Overview This position, based in Pew's Washington, DC office, reports to the Senior Vice President, Government Relations. The Senior Director, Government Relations is responsible for managing a team of professionals who help design and execute strategies to advance the goals of various advocacy and research projects in Pew's Environment portfolio. Current initiatives to protect the natural environment focus on land and river conservation in the United States, Canada, Chile, and Australia; international action to address the threat to the ocean from plastic pollution, seabed mining, harmful fisheries subsidies, illegal fishing, and overfishing; making U.S. communities more resilient to flooding; and protecting coastal wetlands and coral reefs. The Senior Director will coordinate closely with colleagues in the Environment portfolio to provide strategic advice, research, educational material, and policy recommendations to policymakers at the state, federal, and international levels. Working with teams across Pew, including in Communications and Legal Affairs, the Senior Director will help achieve important public policy goals to preserve wild places, restore biodiversity, and increase the understanding of ocean ecology. Responsibilities
Manage a government relations team with deep experience in environmental policy making, in collaboration with managers of individual projects, including mentoring, professional development of staff, and performance evaluations.
With program and other Pew colleagues, develop a strong identity for Pew initiatives with key players in the U.S. Congress and federal executive branch; select U.S. states; Canada; Australia; Chile; the United Kingdom; and the European Union. Work to raise the profile, credibility, and influence of Pew and its initiatives among these constituencies.
Influence action on environmental issues in international fora such as regional fisheries management organizations, the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, and the International Maritime Organization.
Work with portfolio leadership to identify, prioritize, implement, and coordinate advocacy objectives at the state, national, and international levels, and to develop and evaluate political feasibility of potential new areas of work.
Work with Environment colleagues to develop and implement effective outreach strategies designed to bring project policy goals to the attention of elected and appointed federal policymakers, including direct contact, conferences, electronic communications, and other activities.
In support of the Environment portfolio's policy goals, work with project teams to develop and manage national coalitions and identify partners who can play a critical role in advancing the objectives of the initiative.
Develop and maintain key relationships with U.S. congressional offices and serve as a liaison to federal and congressional staff.
Provide informed direction on lobbying compliance, liaising directly with GR's compliance team, ensuring that environmental advocacy efforts are coordinated with other Pew projects and contributing to planning advocacy efforts across the organization.
Serve as a connector between environment project teams and GR, helping drive the use of GR's "e-Advocacy" tools in support of project goals.
Manage GR environment approvals including communications with government officials, e-Advocacy postings, formal testimony, social media and press statements.
Oversee contracts with government relations vendors-drafting deliverables and the scope of work for vendors, working with Pew's contracts and procurement to finalize agreements, and actively managing and overseeing the workplan to ensure deliverables are met.
Manage a system for tracking institutional lobbying and government official spending within Environment in close collaboration with the legal department and GR's compliance team.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in government relations, government service, U.S. and international environmental campaigns, and/or policy advocacy, demonstrating a high level of understanding of U.S. and international policy development. Experience or familiarity with policy initiatives of the UN or other intergovernmental fora and/or European government institutions preferred.
Experience working with a variety of public and private-sector officials across the political spectrum and a strong network of contacts with government officials, including members of Congress and their staff. Experience working in Congress or the U.S. Executive branch preferred. An ability to leverage relationships to influence positive outcomes.
Minimum of eight years of previous direct supervisory experience required, including experience managing performance management process for direct reports and providing career development advice and counsel.
Prior to commencing employment with Pew, candidates for this position who were registered to lobby in any jurisdiction must certify termination of previous registration(s) and provide copies of termination notices with said jurisdiction(s) to Pew.
Excellent political skills and judgment, demonstrated leadership and management ability, and strong and diplomatic interpersonal skills. Able to develop and manage productive relationships with a range of diverse interests. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, foster consensus, and collaborate with national partners.
Strategic thinker.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and experience interacting with the media.
Travel This position requires occasional travel to attend meetings and conferences, and to perform other business. Total Rewards We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance. The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Apply Here
PI161841270
Institute of Real Estate Management
Chicago, IL, USA
Who we are
For over 85 years, our members have made us the world’s strongest voice for all things real estate management. We are the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM®), an international institute for property and asset managers, and we provide complete knowledge to take on real estate management’s most dynamic challenges.
Advocacy is a top priority for our members, their businesses, and their clients. Our government affairs team has a number of initiatives planned for 2022, and as our next government affairs liaison, you’ll have a supporting role in the successful execution of those initiatives.
Join our team
As our government affairs liaison, you’ll work in a collaborative team environment and be responsible for:
assisting with developing, promoting, and executing activities related to our Capitol Hill Fly-In, congressional briefings, and more!
assisting with tracking and analyzing federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory activities pertaining to real estate management and investment.
building relationships with members of federal, state, and local government entities.
presenting information to chapters and other like-minded organizations.
responding to inquiries pertaining to public policy, legislative and regulatory issues.
drafting or assisting in drafting association position statements.
assisting in coordinating federal and state grassroots campaigns and chapter participation.
maintaining our grassroots software platform and assisting with the messaging, inputting, and deploying of our grassroots outreach campaign
maintaining and updating our advocacy action center webpage.
writing content for our website, blog, and bi-monthly trade publication.
assisting in the development and analysis of member surveys.
attending political events, legislative hearings, and other government affairs-related events on behalf of IREM
Let your skills shine
If you have a passion for politics and experience with the legislative process, then this is the role for you! We’d like candidates to also possess a bachelor’s degree in political science or related field and have at least three years of experience holding a government affairs, legislative, or regulatory position. Strong writing and communication skills are also a must as is being confident presenting ideas and information.
What we can offer you
If you’d like to be part of an organization that is far more than just a place to work, then IREM is the organization for you. We are committed to providing our team members with a space they can show up and be their true authentic self. We genuinely care about our team members as individuals, and it shows. We are committed to providing a culture that embraces gratitude, authenticity, and flexibility. If you want to devote your talents and skills to making a difference in the lives and careers of the people we serve, then we are the place for you!
Our hybrid work schedule allows our team members to balance their personal and professional lives. We connect and collaborate in our office 1 – 2 days per week. In addition to this, the government affairs liaison would be expected to travel out-of-state approximately three times per year.
Jan 10, 2022
Full time
Who we are
For over 85 years, our members have made us the world’s strongest voice for all things real estate management. We are the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM®), an international institute for property and asset managers, and we provide complete knowledge to take on real estate management’s most dynamic challenges.
Advocacy is a top priority for our members, their businesses, and their clients. Our government affairs team has a number of initiatives planned for 2022, and as our next government affairs liaison, you’ll have a supporting role in the successful execution of those initiatives.
Join our team
As our government affairs liaison, you’ll work in a collaborative team environment and be responsible for:
assisting with developing, promoting, and executing activities related to our Capitol Hill Fly-In, congressional briefings, and more!
assisting with tracking and analyzing federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory activities pertaining to real estate management and investment.
building relationships with members of federal, state, and local government entities.
presenting information to chapters and other like-minded organizations.
responding to inquiries pertaining to public policy, legislative and regulatory issues.
drafting or assisting in drafting association position statements.
assisting in coordinating federal and state grassroots campaigns and chapter participation.
maintaining our grassroots software platform and assisting with the messaging, inputting, and deploying of our grassroots outreach campaign
maintaining and updating our advocacy action center webpage.
writing content for our website, blog, and bi-monthly trade publication.
assisting in the development and analysis of member surveys.
attending political events, legislative hearings, and other government affairs-related events on behalf of IREM
Let your skills shine
If you have a passion for politics and experience with the legislative process, then this is the role for you! We’d like candidates to also possess a bachelor’s degree in political science or related field and have at least three years of experience holding a government affairs, legislative, or regulatory position. Strong writing and communication skills are also a must as is being confident presenting ideas and information.
What we can offer you
If you’d like to be part of an organization that is far more than just a place to work, then IREM is the organization for you. We are committed to providing our team members with a space they can show up and be their true authentic self. We genuinely care about our team members as individuals, and it shows. We are committed to providing a culture that embraces gratitude, authenticity, and flexibility. If you want to devote your talents and skills to making a difference in the lives and careers of the people we serve, then we are the place for you!
Our hybrid work schedule allows our team members to balance their personal and professional lives. We connect and collaborate in our office 1 – 2 days per week. In addition to this, the government affairs liaison would be expected to travel out-of-state approximately three times per year.