Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
Washington, DC, District of Columbia, United States
The Senior Legislative Representative will be an in-house federal lobbyist for the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. Under the direction of the Executive Legislative Representative, the Senior Legislative Representative will help with the implementation of Metropolitan’s federal advocacy program and play an important role in informing Administration officials, lawmakers, and other stakeholders about the impact of regulatory and legislative proposals on Metropolitan programs, facilities, operations, and activities. They will help secure support for Metropolitan's positions on legislative and policy issues and represent Metropolitan’s interests before Congress and the Executive Branch. This position is located in Washington D.C. The successful candidate should have knowledge of California's urban, agricultural, and environmental water issues and familiarity with the laws that established the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation's grant programs (e.g. California water title of the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and Inflation Reduction Act). Additionally, the individual must possess a strong political acumen with a demonstrated ability to achieve desired results and have excellent analytical and communication skills. Schedule: Monday - Friday. Start time is normally 9:00 AM with occasional overtime as needed. Hybrid: Metropolitan’s current practice in this position is a hybrid work schedule. This typically includes two days a week in person and the other days remote. This is subject to change dependent on organizational needs. In addition, a telework policy is scheduled for negotiations and once completed and implemented, will provide final direction on the hybrid schedule. This position is located in -Washington, DC. This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job. To view the full job description click here: Senior Legislative Representative EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and six years of relevant experience. Relevant experience is defined as: Federal legislative process and experience with the House AND/OR Senate Congressional Committee’s that have jurisdiction over water issues relevant to Metropolitans operations (the House Natural Resources Committee, House Energy and Commerce Committee, House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee; Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and Senate Environment and Public Works Committee); Knowledge of and experience with Executive Branch Agencies with jurisdiction over water quality and supply issues that impact Metropolitan (Bureau of Reclamation, Army Corps of Engineers, Environmental Protection Agency); Regulations and laws applicable to area of responsibility. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS License(s): Valid driver’s license from state of residency equivalent to a California Class C that allows you to drive in the course of your employment. Registration(s): Successful candidate must register or be registered as a lobbyist with the US House and Senate. CLOSING Benefits: • Competitive compensation • Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans. • Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan. • Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System • Tuition reimbursement • Training and advancement opportunities • Excellent working environment • Public transportation reimbursements For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link: Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented) ABOUT MWD The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a state-established cooperative that, along with its 26 cities and retail suppliers, provides water for 19 million people in six counties. The district imports water from the Colorado River and Northern California to supplement local supplies, and helps its members to develop increased water conservation, recycling, storage and other resource-management programs. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com. Metropolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic(s). Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PST on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended. Qualifying Experience: Your resume must at a minimum include the month and year you began and ended employment, name of the organization, your title, and a brief description of your experience. If your employment was part-time, make sure you identify it on your resume next to the month/year. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case). Closing Date/Time: October 7, 2024 @ 4:30 p.m. PST
The Senior Legislative Representative will be an in-house federal lobbyist for the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. Under the direction of the Executive Legislative Representative, the Senior Legislative Representative will help with the implementation of Metropolitan’s federal advocacy program and play an important role in informing Administration officials, lawmakers, and other stakeholders about the impact of regulatory and legislative proposals on Metropolitan programs, facilities, operations, and activities. They will help secure support for Metropolitan's positions on legislative and policy issues and represent Metropolitan’s interests before Congress and the Executive Branch. This position is located in Washington D.C. The successful candidate should have knowledge of California's urban, agricultural, and environmental water issues and familiarity with the laws that established the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation's grant programs (e.g. California water title of the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and Inflation Reduction Act). Additionally, the individual must possess a strong political acumen with a demonstrated ability to achieve desired results and have excellent analytical and communication skills. Schedule: Monday - Friday. Start time is normally 9:00 AM with occasional overtime as needed. Hybrid: Metropolitan’s current practice in this position is a hybrid work schedule. This typically includes two days a week in person and the other days remote. This is subject to change dependent on organizational needs. In addition, a telework policy is scheduled for negotiations and once completed and implemented, will provide final direction on the hybrid schedule. This position is located in -Washington, DC. This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job. To view the full job description click here: Senior Legislative Representative EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and six years of relevant experience. Relevant experience is defined as: Federal legislative process and experience with the House AND/OR Senate Congressional Committee’s that have jurisdiction over water issues relevant to Metropolitans operations (the House Natural Resources Committee, House Energy and Commerce Committee, House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee; Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and Senate Environment and Public Works Committee); Knowledge of and experience with Executive Branch Agencies with jurisdiction over water quality and supply issues that impact Metropolitan (Bureau of Reclamation, Army Corps of Engineers, Environmental Protection Agency); Regulations and laws applicable to area of responsibility. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS License(s): Valid driver’s license from state of residency equivalent to a California Class C that allows you to drive in the course of your employment. Registration(s): Successful candidate must register or be registered as a lobbyist with the US House and Senate. CLOSING Benefits: • Competitive compensation • Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans. • Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan. • Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System • Tuition reimbursement • Training and advancement opportunities • Excellent working environment • Public transportation reimbursements For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link: Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented) ABOUT MWD The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a state-established cooperative that, along with its 26 cities and retail suppliers, provides water for 19 million people in six counties. The district imports water from the Colorado River and Northern California to supplement local supplies, and helps its members to develop increased water conservation, recycling, storage and other resource-management programs. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com. Metropolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic(s). Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PST on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended. Qualifying Experience: Your resume must at a minimum include the month and year you began and ended employment, name of the organization, your title, and a brief description of your experience. If your employment was part-time, make sure you identify it on your resume next to the month/year. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case). Closing Date/Time: October 7, 2024 @ 4:30 p.m. PST
The Brookings Institution
Washington D.C., DC, USA
The Brookings Institution Equal-Opportunity Employer: It is Brookings policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all of its employees and applicants without regard to their actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, citizenship status, family responsibilities, gender identity or expression, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination as required by law. Senior Director for Communications and Public Affairs (Job ID: 2024-3491) US-DC-Washington Job ID: 2024-3491 Type: Regular, Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Communications 1. Resident Employee (Hybrid) Overview
Join one of the most influential, most quoted and most trusted think tanks!
The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.
We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.
With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.
The mission of the Office of Communications is to provide the tools, strategies, products and programs to support the brand and its content, and to continually grow Brookings’s impact and effectiveness as a change agent for public policy in the United States and around the world. This purpose is realized if we help our scholars raise awareness, set the agenda and shape the debate around the public policy issues they choose to address.
Position Location : This position is hybrid. Hybrid positions combine regular in-person presence at our Washington, DC office with the option of at least two days of remote work each week.
Responsibilities
Ready to contribute to Brookings success?
The Senior Director for Communications and Public Affairs (hereinafter “Senior Director”) at the Brookings Institution will oversee a comprehensive portfolio that includes strategic communications, media relations, government affairs, and strategic partnerships. This role is crucial in enhancing Brookings' visibility and impact across media, government bodies, and key external stakeholders. The Senior Director will manage a team that ensures cohesive strategies that align with Brookings' mission and objectives. This position reports to the Vice President for Communications and Public Affairs and collaborates closely with senior leadership to advance the institution's public policy impact and external engagement, while safeguarding its reputation for quality and independence.
Media Relations and Communications Strategy (40%)
Develop and implement media engagement strategies to elevate Brookings' visibility in key policy areas.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and media outlets to secure coverage of Brookings research and experts. Serve as institution spokesperson.
Collaborate with internal teams to identify media opportunities, coordinate interviews, briefings, and events.
Create press releases, media pitches, and materials to communicate Brookings' research effectively.
Oversee media monitoring, reporting, and analysis to assess the impact of communications efforts.
Work closely with the Vice President for Communications to implement media strategies aligning with the President's priorities.
Oversee direct reports, including Senior Media Relations Manager, Senior Communications Manager, and more.
Prepare the President for media engagements, ensuring key messaging alignment.
Facilitate media interactions for the President, acting as a liaison to ensure seamless coordination with media.
Develop and implement proactive strategies and response protocols for brand risk mitigation and crisis communications.
Manage relationships with external media trainers and media monitoring vendors.
Maintain oversight and mentor other members of the Central Communications teams to cultivate success.
Facilitate and schedule media training sessions for staff as needed.
Lead impact storytelling opportunities for Brookings’ strategy, writing and internal communications.
Government Relations and Policy Engagement (30%)
Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to foster productive relationships between scholars and policymakers and government officials at all levels.
In conjunction with the research programs and the Office of General Counsel (as appropriate), monitor legislative and regulatory developments relevant to Brookings' mission and research areas.
Provide timely analysis to inform Brookings' initiatives.
Serve as a trusted liaison between Brookings and government stakeholders, disseminating and advocating for Brookings’ evidence-based work to inform solutions to pressing policy challenges.
Collaborate with Brookings scholars to support their research and recommendations effectively contribute to public discourse and policy formulation.
Prepare scholars to brief members of Congress, deliver testimony to government committees and commissions, and provide educational briefings to congressional staffers.
Work with internal, cross-functional teams to integrate government affairs priorities into overall organizational objectives.
Advise and assist in responding to Congress and other governmental inquiries reflecting Brookings' mission and values.
Partnerships and External Stakeholder Engagement (30%)
Identify and cultivate partnerships with key external policy stakeholders.
Oversee review partnership and co-branding requests from research programs in collaboration with the Office of General Counsel and the Office of Development.
Provide strategic advice to programs and staff on the development and management of partnerships in alignment with Brookings’ policies and institutional priorities.
Support the Vice President and other teams in developing guidance and strategies in areas including, among others intellectual property, branding, and donor recognition.
Qualifications
Ready to make an impact? In this role, you will support Brookings values of collegiality, respect, inclusion, diversity and community, and bring the following qualifications:
Education/Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field. A minimum of ten years of professional work experience in media relations, government affairs, and strategic communications required. Proven track record in developing and executing strategic communications plans and partnerships to inform public policy outcomes. Extensive experience in providing guidance and support to scholars, staff, and leadership in their interactions with public officials Experience working with media in a fast-paced, policy or media environment preferred. Communications experience in a government setting preferred. Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with media members and government stakeholders. Proficient in media monitoring tools and reporting techniques. Strategic thinker with the ability to lead overall communication strategy and goals. Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Collaborative mindset with experience working across teams to achieve common objectives. Strong understanding of public policy issues and the legislative and regulatory processes at the federal, state, and global levels. Commitment to nonpartisanship, scholar independence, civil debate, and inclusive policymaking.
Additional Information
What can we offer you? Brookings provides a generous benefit package that is comprehensive and includes both traditional benefits and unique offerings. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous time off, and workplace flexibility. For more information, please visit Brookings Benefits .
Brookings requires that all applicants submit a cover letter and resume. Please attach your cover letter and resume as one document when you apply. Please note: If you have applied to more than one Brookings job opening you should add a position-specific cover letter as a separate attachment.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required for employment at Brookings.
Brookings welcomes and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We welcome applications that reflect a variety of backgrounds based on ideology, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, first generation college goers, and other factors protected by law. Brookings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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The Brookings Institution Equal-Opportunity Employer: It is Brookings policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all of its employees and applicants without regard to their actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, citizenship status, family responsibilities, gender identity or expression, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination as required by law. Senior Director for Communications and Public Affairs (Job ID: 2024-3491) US-DC-Washington Job ID: 2024-3491 Type: Regular, Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Communications 1. Resident Employee (Hybrid) Overview
Join one of the most influential, most quoted and most trusted think tanks!
The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.
We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.
With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.
The mission of the Office of Communications is to provide the tools, strategies, products and programs to support the brand and its content, and to continually grow Brookings’s impact and effectiveness as a change agent for public policy in the United States and around the world. This purpose is realized if we help our scholars raise awareness, set the agenda and shape the debate around the public policy issues they choose to address.
Position Location : This position is hybrid. Hybrid positions combine regular in-person presence at our Washington, DC office with the option of at least two days of remote work each week.
Responsibilities
Ready to contribute to Brookings success?
The Senior Director for Communications and Public Affairs (hereinafter “Senior Director”) at the Brookings Institution will oversee a comprehensive portfolio that includes strategic communications, media relations, government affairs, and strategic partnerships. This role is crucial in enhancing Brookings' visibility and impact across media, government bodies, and key external stakeholders. The Senior Director will manage a team that ensures cohesive strategies that align with Brookings' mission and objectives. This position reports to the Vice President for Communications and Public Affairs and collaborates closely with senior leadership to advance the institution's public policy impact and external engagement, while safeguarding its reputation for quality and independence.
Media Relations and Communications Strategy (40%)
Develop and implement media engagement strategies to elevate Brookings' visibility in key policy areas.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and media outlets to secure coverage of Brookings research and experts. Serve as institution spokesperson.
Collaborate with internal teams to identify media opportunities, coordinate interviews, briefings, and events.
Create press releases, media pitches, and materials to communicate Brookings' research effectively.
Oversee media monitoring, reporting, and analysis to assess the impact of communications efforts.
Work closely with the Vice President for Communications to implement media strategies aligning with the President's priorities.
Oversee direct reports, including Senior Media Relations Manager, Senior Communications Manager, and more.
Prepare the President for media engagements, ensuring key messaging alignment.
Facilitate media interactions for the President, acting as a liaison to ensure seamless coordination with media.
Develop and implement proactive strategies and response protocols for brand risk mitigation and crisis communications.
Manage relationships with external media trainers and media monitoring vendors.
Maintain oversight and mentor other members of the Central Communications teams to cultivate success.
Facilitate and schedule media training sessions for staff as needed.
Lead impact storytelling opportunities for Brookings’ strategy, writing and internal communications.
Government Relations and Policy Engagement (30%)
Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to foster productive relationships between scholars and policymakers and government officials at all levels.
In conjunction with the research programs and the Office of General Counsel (as appropriate), monitor legislative and regulatory developments relevant to Brookings' mission and research areas.
Provide timely analysis to inform Brookings' initiatives.
Serve as a trusted liaison between Brookings and government stakeholders, disseminating and advocating for Brookings’ evidence-based work to inform solutions to pressing policy challenges.
Collaborate with Brookings scholars to support their research and recommendations effectively contribute to public discourse and policy formulation.
Prepare scholars to brief members of Congress, deliver testimony to government committees and commissions, and provide educational briefings to congressional staffers.
Work with internal, cross-functional teams to integrate government affairs priorities into overall organizational objectives.
Advise and assist in responding to Congress and other governmental inquiries reflecting Brookings' mission and values.
Partnerships and External Stakeholder Engagement (30%)
Identify and cultivate partnerships with key external policy stakeholders.
Oversee review partnership and co-branding requests from research programs in collaboration with the Office of General Counsel and the Office of Development.
Provide strategic advice to programs and staff on the development and management of partnerships in alignment with Brookings’ policies and institutional priorities.
Support the Vice President and other teams in developing guidance and strategies in areas including, among others intellectual property, branding, and donor recognition.
Qualifications
Ready to make an impact? In this role, you will support Brookings values of collegiality, respect, inclusion, diversity and community, and bring the following qualifications:
Education/Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field. A minimum of ten years of professional work experience in media relations, government affairs, and strategic communications required. Proven track record in developing and executing strategic communications plans and partnerships to inform public policy outcomes. Extensive experience in providing guidance and support to scholars, staff, and leadership in their interactions with public officials Experience working with media in a fast-paced, policy or media environment preferred. Communications experience in a government setting preferred. Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with media members and government stakeholders. Proficient in media monitoring tools and reporting techniques. Strategic thinker with the ability to lead overall communication strategy and goals. Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Collaborative mindset with experience working across teams to achieve common objectives. Strong understanding of public policy issues and the legislative and regulatory processes at the federal, state, and global levels. Commitment to nonpartisanship, scholar independence, civil debate, and inclusive policymaking.
Additional Information
What can we offer you? Brookings provides a generous benefit package that is comprehensive and includes both traditional benefits and unique offerings. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous time off, and workplace flexibility. For more information, please visit Brookings Benefits .
Brookings requires that all applicants submit a cover letter and resume. Please attach your cover letter and resume as one document when you apply. Please note: If you have applied to more than one Brookings job opening you should add a position-specific cover letter as a separate attachment.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required for employment at Brookings.
Brookings welcomes and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We welcome applications that reflect a variety of backgrounds based on ideology, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, first generation college goers, and other factors protected by law. Brookings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Apply Here
PI245337242
The Brookings Institution
Washington, D.C., USA
The Brookings Institution Equal-Opportunity Employer: It is Brookings policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all of its employees and applicants without regard to their actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, citizenship status, family responsibilities, gender identity or expression, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination as required by law. Government Affairs Manager (Job ID: 2024-3493) US-DC-Washington Job ID: 2024-3493 Type: Regular, Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Management 1. Resident Employee (Hybrid) Overview
Join one of the most influential, most quoted and most trusted think tanks!
The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.
We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.
With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.
The mission of the Office of Communications is to provide the tools, strategies, products and programs to support the brand and its content, and to continually grow Brookings’s impact and effectiveness as a change agent for public policy in the United States and around the world. This purpose is realized if we help our scholars raise awareness, set the agenda and shape the debate around the public policy issues they choose to address.
Position Location: This position is hybrid. Hybrid positions combine regular in-person presence at our Washington, DC, office with the option of at least two days of remote work each week.
Please note : This position is included in the staff bargaining unit, Brookings United, affiliated with the IFPTE Local 70 union, and is covered under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.
Responsibilities
Ready to contribute to Brookings success?
The Government Affairs Manager (Manager), plays a pivotal role in facilitating the institution's engagement with government bodies (including departments and agencies) and policymakers at all levels. Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications and Public Affairs, the Manager’s responsibilities include coordinating and executing comprehensive strategies to foster productive relationships by scholars with government bodies and stakeholders, and monitoring legislative and regulatory developments relevant to Brookings' mission and research areas.
Communications/Congressional Outreach Strategies for Brookings Community (50%)
Develop and implement short- and long- terms plans to track and effectively promote our scholars’ work to policymakers, government agencies, and their staffs, employing various channels such as written materials, briefings, presentations, and public speaking engagements.
Utilize professional knowledge of the public policy process and established contacts to analyze potential opportunities and intersections of proposed legislative and regulatory activity with the work of the Brookings scholars.
Identify and develop relationships with points of contact in the Washington D.C. public policy community, including the White House, U.S. Congress, Executive Branch Agencies, think tanks, trade associations, and relevant stakeholders on matters affecting the institution’s mission.
Monitor, track, and promote the scheduling of testimony of Brookings scholars in Congress and in front of federal agencies, as well as in foreign, state, and local government entities
Collaborate with internal, cross-functional teams to conduct the work listed above.
Communications/Internal Support Strategies (50%)
Pursue opportunities for Brookings scholars to provide thought leadership on relevant issues, in Economics, Foreign Policy, Governance, Global Development, and Metropolitan policy.
Support and advise scholars, staff, and leadership in their engagements with public officials.
Help prepare subject matter experts to brief members of Congress, deliver testimony to government committees and commissions, and to provide educational briefings to congressional staffers.
Create and establish a list of contacts for policymakers and government staffers for internal use.
Manage invitation coordination for speakers of high importance at Brookings events.
Qualifications
Ready to make an impact? In this role, you will support Brookings values of collegiality, respect, inclusion, diversity and community, and bring the following qualifications:
Education/Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree in political science, international affairs, public policy, law or related fields. A minimum of five years of related work experience in government affairs, public policy, or related fields, preferably with a focus on engaging with government bodies and officials. Strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes at the federal level; local, state and/or international experience a plus. Proven track record in developing and executing strategic plans to engage with policy makers. Experience in providing guidance and support to scholars, staff, and leadership in their interactions with public officials. Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. . Brookings policy prohibits lobbying in the course of Brookings activities and this position will not be expected or permitted to engage in lobbying activities. Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to distill complex policy issues into clear and compelling messages. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the government and policy community. Analytical skills to assess the potential impact of legislative and regulatory developments on the institution's mission and research areas. Collaborative mindset with experience working across teams to achieve common objectives. Familiarity with diverse policy areas, such as economics, foreign policy, governance, global development, and metropolitan policy. Strong commitment to the values of nonpartisanship, scholar independence, civil debate, and inclusive policymaking.
Additional Information
What can we offer you? Brookings provides a generous benefit package that is comprehensive and includes both traditional benefits and unique offerings. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous time off, and workplace flexibility. For more information, please visit Brookings Benefits .
Brookings requires that all applicants submit a cover letter and resume. Please attach your cover letter and resume as one document when you apply. Please note : if you have applied to more than one Brookings job opening you should add a position-specific cover letter as a separate attachment.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required for employment at Brookings.
Brookings welcomes and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We welcome applications that reflect a variety of backgrounds based on ideology, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, first generation college goers, and other factors protected by law. Brookings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Apply Here
PI245337155
The Brookings Institution Equal-Opportunity Employer: It is Brookings policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all of its employees and applicants without regard to their actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, citizenship status, family responsibilities, gender identity or expression, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination as required by law. Government Affairs Manager (Job ID: 2024-3493) US-DC-Washington Job ID: 2024-3493 Type: Regular, Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Management 1. Resident Employee (Hybrid) Overview
Join one of the most influential, most quoted and most trusted think tanks!
The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.
We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.
With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.
The mission of the Office of Communications is to provide the tools, strategies, products and programs to support the brand and its content, and to continually grow Brookings’s impact and effectiveness as a change agent for public policy in the United States and around the world. This purpose is realized if we help our scholars raise awareness, set the agenda and shape the debate around the public policy issues they choose to address.
Position Location: This position is hybrid. Hybrid positions combine regular in-person presence at our Washington, DC, office with the option of at least two days of remote work each week.
Please note : This position is included in the staff bargaining unit, Brookings United, affiliated with the IFPTE Local 70 union, and is covered under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.
Responsibilities
Ready to contribute to Brookings success?
The Government Affairs Manager (Manager), plays a pivotal role in facilitating the institution's engagement with government bodies (including departments and agencies) and policymakers at all levels. Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications and Public Affairs, the Manager’s responsibilities include coordinating and executing comprehensive strategies to foster productive relationships by scholars with government bodies and stakeholders, and monitoring legislative and regulatory developments relevant to Brookings' mission and research areas.
Communications/Congressional Outreach Strategies for Brookings Community (50%)
Develop and implement short- and long- terms plans to track and effectively promote our scholars’ work to policymakers, government agencies, and their staffs, employing various channels such as written materials, briefings, presentations, and public speaking engagements.
Utilize professional knowledge of the public policy process and established contacts to analyze potential opportunities and intersections of proposed legislative and regulatory activity with the work of the Brookings scholars.
Identify and develop relationships with points of contact in the Washington D.C. public policy community, including the White House, U.S. Congress, Executive Branch Agencies, think tanks, trade associations, and relevant stakeholders on matters affecting the institution’s mission.
Monitor, track, and promote the scheduling of testimony of Brookings scholars in Congress and in front of federal agencies, as well as in foreign, state, and local government entities
Collaborate with internal, cross-functional teams to conduct the work listed above.
Communications/Internal Support Strategies (50%)
Pursue opportunities for Brookings scholars to provide thought leadership on relevant issues, in Economics, Foreign Policy, Governance, Global Development, and Metropolitan policy.
Support and advise scholars, staff, and leadership in their engagements with public officials.
Help prepare subject matter experts to brief members of Congress, deliver testimony to government committees and commissions, and to provide educational briefings to congressional staffers.
Create and establish a list of contacts for policymakers and government staffers for internal use.
Manage invitation coordination for speakers of high importance at Brookings events.
Qualifications
Ready to make an impact? In this role, you will support Brookings values of collegiality, respect, inclusion, diversity and community, and bring the following qualifications:
Education/Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree in political science, international affairs, public policy, law or related fields. A minimum of five years of related work experience in government affairs, public policy, or related fields, preferably with a focus on engaging with government bodies and officials. Strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes at the federal level; local, state and/or international experience a plus. Proven track record in developing and executing strategic plans to engage with policy makers. Experience in providing guidance and support to scholars, staff, and leadership in their interactions with public officials. Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. . Brookings policy prohibits lobbying in the course of Brookings activities and this position will not be expected or permitted to engage in lobbying activities. Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to distill complex policy issues into clear and compelling messages. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the government and policy community. Analytical skills to assess the potential impact of legislative and regulatory developments on the institution's mission and research areas. Collaborative mindset with experience working across teams to achieve common objectives. Familiarity with diverse policy areas, such as economics, foreign policy, governance, global development, and metropolitan policy. Strong commitment to the values of nonpartisanship, scholar independence, civil debate, and inclusive policymaking.
Additional Information
What can we offer you? Brookings provides a generous benefit package that is comprehensive and includes both traditional benefits and unique offerings. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous time off, and workplace flexibility. For more information, please visit Brookings Benefits .
Brookings requires that all applicants submit a cover letter and resume. Please attach your cover letter and resume as one document when you apply. Please note : if you have applied to more than one Brookings job opening you should add a position-specific cover letter as a separate attachment.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required for employment at Brookings.
Brookings welcomes and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We welcome applications that reflect a variety of backgrounds based on ideology, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, first generation college goers, and other factors protected by law. Brookings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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