Government Affairs Manager implements strategic plans and oversees engagement objectives to develop and maintain productive relations with all levels of government authorities that will support and enhance the businesses' goals. Manages teams that build relationships and liaise with government entities(federal, state, provincial, or local) that regulate or influence business activities. Being a Government Affairs Manager performs ongoing monitoring and analysis of proposed legislation, emerging issues, and trends to determine the potential impact on the organization. Collaborates with industry groups and organizations with complementary objectives to achieve objectives. Additionally, Government Affairs Manager creates communication vehicles and delivers messaging to inform and support business leaders. Requires a bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, business or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Government Affairs Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Government Affairs Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
Job Title: Government and Community Relations Manager
Reports To: Chief Philanthropy Officer
FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-Time
Department: Development and External Relations
Classification: M1
Pay: $70k Annual Salary
Summary:
The Government and Community Relations Manager (GCRM) will develop, implement, and support a multi-faceted advocacy program for the older adult population at all levels of government. The GCRM will position the President/CEO and COO for maximum leverage on aging policy initiatives with elected/appointed officials, other advocates, and the general public.
Responsibility:
· Prepare written and oral advocacy communication including, talking points for the media and meetings with elected officials, testimony, speeches, presentations, policy papers, website links, social/traditional media, blogs, letters/emails, and op-eds.
· Recommend policy positions, legislative or administrative action, and implement advocacy strategies.
· Coordinates meetings/tours for President/CEO and COO periodically with elected officials at all levels of government in all Serving Seniors’ service areas.
· Maintain ongoing relationships with key staff members of elected officials.
· Attends community meetings, and appointments with elected officials (e.g., City Councils) on behalf of Serving Seniors.
· Conducts presentations on behalf of Serving Seniors at community events, and engagements.
· In collaboration with the Director of Community Engagement, provide guidance to the agency’s civic engagement group on how to effectively communicate with civic leaders.
· Collaborate with other members of the development team to engage with corporate groups/volunteers/etc. in tours and community events.
· Participate in community/corporate and other special events representing Serving Seniors in the broader community.
· Serve on community committees and task forces as assigned.
· Attends and participates in the PR/marketing team meetings and strategy.
· Coordinate with the communications team to regularly send out advocacy alerts on key policy issues with specific “calls to action” via e-blast and social media.
· Other responsibilities as assigned.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree Experience
· Three to five years of direct Political/Government/Public Policy experience
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
· Excellent oral and written communication
· Writing, proofing, and editing skills
· Excellent time management
· Works well under pressure with competing priorities and deadlines
· Initiative to recognize and anticipate problems, then resolve them.
· Maintains tact and professional demeanor under adverse circumstances
· Diplomatic and tactful
· Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat
· Ability to work independently with general supervision.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands :
· Hybrid position – office provided onsite.
· Position is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds.
· Requires specific vision abilities to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
This employer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and E-Verify employer.? All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law
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