Responsibilities:

Build and maintain strong relationships with local, state, and federal government officials, agencies, and representatives to advance the organization's interests, further advocacy efforts,  and secure funding opportunities. Work collaboratively with VP, Communications & External Affairs, Program Leadership, and Development to identify funding needs and resources. Implement strategies to secure government funding (local, state, federal), including drafting and submitting applications, funding requests, and supporting documentation with support from other departments. Develop and maintain a database of funding requests, status of request/contract, and any required reporting. Monitor government policies and legislation that may impact the agency and our clients. Support advocacy initiatives that seek to strengthen the nonprofit human services sector. Collaborate with industry advocates to build areas of common interest. Track lobbying activities and prepare lobbying reports. Attend bi-weekly strategy meeting with lobbyists. Perform other duties as required.

 

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Relations, or related field required Three years of experience in government relations, advocacy, or public policy required. Experience with reporting sites such as the New York State Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government and NYC e-Lobbyist preferred. Experience with NYC Council discretionary funding and NYS legislative initiative processes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills. Strong government contacts at local, state, and federal levels. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and workload.

 

Salary range $75,000-$80,000