Vice President of Policy & Government Affairs

Vice President of Policy & Government AffairsAbout the CompanyInfluential government accountability organizationIndustryInternetTypeNon ProfitFounded1981Employees11-50Specialties• government watchdog• whistleblower• exposing corruption• nonpartisanBusiness Classifications• B2BAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a Vice President of Policy and Government Affairs to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of the organization's policy, advocacy, and government affairs work. The successful candidate will be a key member of the executive team, setting strategic policy and advocacy goals, and ensuring that the organization's work reflects its long-term and short-term priorities. Responsibilities for this role include creating and executing effective reform advocacy strategies, representing the organization in public forums and high-level meetings, and fostering a work culture that promotes justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. The Vice President will also be responsible for supervising policy directors and team leads, overseeing team projects, and promoting collaborative relationships between teams.Applicants for the Vice President of Policy and Government Affairs position at the company should have a minimum of five years' of senior leadership experience in overseeing multiple policy and/or civic engagement programs. Deep knowledge of federal government operations or programs is essential, as is experience in managing a high-performing team and balancing multiple work streams to meet organizational priorities. The role requires a strong relationship builder with outstanding communication skills, the ability to bring innovative approaches to public policy challenges, and a strong focus on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. The candidate must be committed to an inclusive work environment, have sound judgment in handling sensitive matters, and be prepared to respond to urgent issues as required.Hiring Manager TitleExecutive Director/PresidentTravel PercentLess than 10%Functions• Strategy• Operations• General Management