Director, Federal Government Affairs

This Director of Federal Government Affairs role will be primarily responsible for advocacy and outreach with Senate Democrats. The ideal candidate will be politically savvy and have a substantive background in internet policy. This person will be a team player, a self-starter, action-oriented, and willing to learn new skills and take on a variety of assignments.

Activities & Responsibilities

• Build and manage strategic Democratic relationships, primarily in the Senate and Administration
• Help shape positions and priorities together with government affairs and policy colleagues
• Coordinate with IA members to develop and execute effective political strategies to advance policy priorities
• Monitor and influence relevant committee hearings, legislation, and federal proposals
• Communicate developments efficiently and effectively
• Develop written analysis, testimony, and background materials 
• Build strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Assist with the IA PAC and other political events
• Work collaboratively to ensure alignment of IA’s mission, strategies, and messaging
• Fulfill other duties/projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in federal government affairs
• Experience working in Congress or directly and regularly with Congress
• Strong relationships with Senate Democrats
• Knowledge of the federal legislative process
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented, results-oriented, self-initiating, well-organized, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and independently
• Exhibits excellent judgement
• High energy and a willingness to take on all variety of assignments
• Creative, communicative, collaborative, committed to success
• Bachelor’s degree is required; advanced degree is a plus