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United Nations Foundation (UNF) / Better World Fund (BWF)
Deputy Director, Girl Up
Organization Overview
The UN Foundation (UNF) was created in 1998 with entrepreneur and philanthropist Ted Turner's historic $1 billion gift to support UN causes and activities. UNF is an advocate for the UN and a platform for connecting people, ideas, and capital to help the United Nations solve global problems including decreasing child mortality, improving disaster relief, protecting diverse cultures and environments, creating a clean energy future, empowering women and girls, and improving U.S.-UN relations. UNF is a public charity that engages in advocacy, grant making, and building partnerships.
Girl Up is an innovative campaign, created by the United Nations Foundation, to address the needs of adolescent girls in developing countries. This “for girls, by girls” campaign mobilizes American girls to raise awareness and funds for programs of the United Nations that help some of the world’s most vulnerable adolescent girls. Through Girl Up’s support, girls will become educated, healthy, safe, counted and positioned to be the next generation of leaders.
Position Overview
The Deputy Director, Girl Up provides key programmatic and operational support; manages projects and initiatives; partnerships and communications; reviews and oversees grants and budgets; and helps operationalize activities related to the Girl Up portfolio under the direction of the Director for Girl Up and in collaboration with other UN Foundation staff.
Working Relationships
The Deputy Director, Girl Up is a member of the Girl Up team and reports to the Director, Girl Up. The Deputy Director manages 3-4 members and leads overall campaign day-to-day coordination. He/she works within the Strategic Planning & Learning team and works closely with the Global Partnerships, Women, Girls, & Population, Public Affairs, and BWC teams.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
• Work with Director to implement annual campaign strategy, track progress and make adjustments as needed;
• Provide support and guidance to all members of the Girl Up Campaign team of up to 10 professionals;
• Directly supervise 3-4 members of the Girl Up staff;
• Prepare written and oral presentations to support the development of donations, partnerships, and constituent networks for the Girl Up Campaign;
• Plan, convene and lead meetings, workshops, and consultations to support the work of Girl Up.
• Support partnership strategy, execution and management; grassroots strategy, platforms, and execution; and communications strategy and integration;
• Manage campaign-wide events such as Unite for Girls Tour, Leadership Summit, Partner Summit across team;
• Manage day-to-day budget items in collaboration with Director;
• Manage collaboration agreements working closely with BSBR and Program Integration teams;
• Manage consultants as necessary, and work closely with the partners’ consultants;
• Serve as point of contact and collaborate with internal departments, including BWC, Finance, W&P and Public Affairs;
• Represent Girl Up and the UN Foundation internally and externally at meetings and professional gatherings as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
Selection Criteria Selection Criteria
• College degree required; relevant Master’s Degree preferred;
• Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in marketing, communications, partnerships, campaigns or related fields, including at least 3 years in a management capacity;
• Proven ability to successfully lead a team of professionals in a fast-paced environment;
• Proven ability to drive complex projects from inception to implementation;
• Strong communications, research, and project management skills;
• Flexibility and a team player;
• Self-starter;
• Ability to develop, lead, and maintain effective working relationships with people from a wide variety of organizations and with a wide variety of functional expertise;
• Experience administering and monitoring budgets, grants, and contracts;
• Experience developing written materials (analyses, reports, talking points, etc.) for senior executives and members of boards of directors;
• Experience in international issues and women’s issues preferred;
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle stress; and
• Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
Location
• Washington, DC
Compensation & Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience. Actual salary will depend on qualifications and anticipated contribution to the Foundation.
UNF pays 100% of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance premiums for its employees and 75% of medical and vision for employees' dependents.
In addition, UNF provides 20 days of paid vacation per year, 12 paid holidays, three personal days per year, an immediately vested 150% matching 403(b) contribution up to a limit of six-percent of employee pay, Metro Pass benefits, and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
To Apply
Please apply on-line at http://www.unfoundation.org/who-we-are/careers/dep-dir-girlup.html
Important note - Our online system allows ONLY ONE document to be uploaded. Please save your resume and cover letter as ONE document BEFORE APPLYING.
All applicants must submit a cover letter - please save upload your resume and cover letter as one document - either .pdf or .doc.
UNF/BWF is an AA/EEO employer.
People of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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National Trade Association
A national trade association focused on the construction industry is actively recruiting a Government Affairs Representative. This position is located in downtown Washington, D.C.
The Government Affairs Representative reports to the Director of Government Affairs. Responsibilities will include assisting with the conceptualization, implementation, coordination and evaluation of federal government relations, advocacy and legislative activities. The successful candidate will also assist in the implementation of state and local grassroots activities in support of federal legislative and regulatory efforts and advocacy. The Government Affairs Representative also assists in the development of federal political action plans, and will serve as a liaison to affiliated organizations for the purpose of coordinated political activities. The successful candidate will also write articles, position papers and other communications relating to federal legislation and regulatory actions.
A Bachelor’s degree is required with at least four years of experience within the U.S. Congress; Knowledge of the federal legislative/regulatory/political process a must; Excellent analytical and project management abilities; Outstanding communication, public speaking, writing and organization skills; Strong computer skills - MS Office suite, particularly PowerPoint; Some travel required throughout the year.
Employer offers a total compensation package including competitive salary, defined benefit pension plan, a defined contribution plan, health care benefits, and an on-site fitness center.
To Apply: Make a decision to join our outstanding team by emailing a resume and cover letter, indicating salary requirements, to:
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The American Association for Justice (AAJ), formerly the Association of Trial Lawyers of America (ATLA®), is the world’s largest trial bar and seeks to promote a fair and effective civil justice system—and to support the work of attorneys in their efforts to ensure that any person who is injured by the misconduct or negligence of others can obtain justice in America’s courtrooms, even when taking on the most powerful interests.
SUMMARY: The Federal Relations Counsel assists with and/or manages complex legislative projects and directly advocates civil justice issues.
Essential Functions:
• Lobby and brief members of Congress and staff and prepare and provide information to Hill, particularly focusing on the needs of Committees of jurisdiction.
• Assist Senior Director and Directors in developing strategy for specific issues. Leading and managing advocacy efforts when assigned, including position recommendations, messaging, strategic planning, and acting as AAJ contact on assigned issue.
• Analyze and assess legislation to evaluate civil justice implications for our members, including conducting legal research on legislative proposals.
• Monitor the daily progress of legislation for the department, including providing a daily summation of the Congressional Record.
• Draft advocacy material, such as one-pagers and fact sheets, to promote and respond to legislation and AAJ policy goals.
• Draft legislative language and amendments.
• Motivate and work with allied groups on joint legislative goals, including representing AAJ’s interests and working within coalitions.
• Organize and assist with member lobby days.
• Communicate with AAJ members, Public Affairs staff, AAJ leadership, and other AAJ departments on policy positions, progress of proposals, and AAJ advocacy activity.
• Advise and assist Communications staff on messaging and press regarding legislative and regulatory activities.
• Assist Regulatory Counsel as needed on regulatory advocacy, including, but not limited to, analyzing impact of proposed regulations on AAJ membership, drafting regulatory comments and letters, conducting legal research on proposed regulations.
• Attend pre- and post-work fundraising events for Members of Congress.
Knowledge and Skills:
Strong familiarity with Congress, legislative process, and regulatory process and commitment to civil justice. Required skills include: legislative drafting, legal research and analysis, excellent writing and communication, ability to work independently and in teams, clear understanding of AAJ issues and ability to advocate for them to others. Ability and willingness to work with AAJ members and AAJ leadership.
Required Previous Experience:
Minimum 2 years of Hill or equivalent advocacy experience with strong research, analysis and writing skills. Law degree with bar admission required.
Please email resume and cover letter to
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; fax to (202) 333-2861; or mail to AAJ HR Dept, 777 6th St, NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20001. EOE
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About the Center for Community Change
The Center for Community Change is a national social justice non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1968 to honor the life and values of Robert F. Kennedy, our mission is to build the power and capacity of low-income people, especially low-income people of color, to have a significant impact in improving their communities and the policies and institutions that affect their lives.
The Center for Community Change is committed to help build powerful and dynamic movements in diverse communities across America that will be the impetus for creating a society in which everyone has enough to thrive and achieve their full potential. Inspired by a belief in the dignity of all people, the Center has been instrumental in the fight for comprehensive and fair immigration reform, a push for a bold jobs agenda, and protecting essential retirement security programs. The Center played a major role in recent positive changes to immigration laws that will keep thousands of immigrant families together. Our Housing Trust Fund Project has helped bring affordable housing to millions of people. For further information please visit our website at: www.communitychange.org.
About the Campaign for Community Change
The mission of the Campaign for Community Change is to increase the profile of policy issues that matter to low-income people and people of color, as well as to educate and empower low-income people and people of color to act on those issues.
In recent years, the Campaign and its partners have won important improvements in the social safety net, protected critical retirement security programs from the chopping block, defeated numerous anti-worker measures and mobilized communities across the country to win historic health care reform. The Campaign has been widely credited with preventing anti-progressive forces from seizing the U.S. Senate through our work building a “firewall” with Latino, low-income and immigrant voters. Today, the Campaign is training more than 1,000 new activist leaders in swing states as we build a new movement for job creation. For further information, please visit our website at www.campaignforcommunities.org
Position Description:
The Senior Executive Coordinator at the Center for Community Change (CCC) is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of the Executive Office and provides oversight of the administrative functions of the Executive Director and backup support to the Managing Director. Administrative and logistical support include drafting correspondence and/or refining reports, letters or emails; scheduling coordination of meetings, conference calls, travel and events and maintaining records. The Senior Executive Coordinator serves as a coordinator between the Executive Director’s office and other leadership, management, administrative and programmatic arms of the Center, ensuring that systems work efficiently and effectively and helps the Executive and Managing Directors (in close collaboration with other Administration staff) communicate with and fully involve the Board of Directors in the life of the organization. He/she also assists the Executive Director in facilitating smooth communication with key external constituencies.
The Senior Executive Coordinator must be capable of exercising initiative, discretion and good judgment. Strong writing skills, professionalism and confidentiality are crucial to this role. A portion of time will be spent doing work for CCC's sister organization, the Campaign for Community Change.
This position reports to: Executive Director
Principal Responsibilities:
Scheduling and Administrative Support
• Strategic management and oversight of the Executive Director’s time to ensure extensive and effective calendar management to concentrate the Executive Director’s efforts and priorities on strategic initiatives (i.e. fundraising, communications, internal and external board management, leadership, direct reports, consultants, allies and other key relationships).
• Coordinate weekly review of the Executive Director’s time in consultation with other Executive Office and Institutional Advancement staff to ensure proactive planning of travel, meeting preparation, vetting of requests, clarity on travel and other logistical needs, for appropriate follow-through.
• Principal point of contact for Executive Director; ensures proper handling and screening of calls and other inquiries to ensure adequate oversight and coordination.
Event Coordination and Project Management
• Work in close collaboration with Administration Staff with approval from the Executive and/or Managing Director to coordinate organizational-wide events and board calls, meetings and retreats, serving as principal support staff for the Center for Community Change Board of Directors, and support staff to the principal staff liaison for the Campaign for Community Change Board of Directors.
• Attend and staff the Center for Community Change Board and Executive Committee meetings, including preparation of agenda and meeting minutes. Provide support to board committees as needed. Serve as principal board liaison.
• Attend other meetings and take notes as requested ensuring follow-up items are handled and or communicated to the appropriate parties.
• On an as needed basis, work in close collaboration with Institutional Advancement designee(s) to coordinate and schedule funder/donor calls, meetings, and/or cultivation events; and communications staff for press and other publicity events.
Writing and Communications
• Prepare draft presentations, draft and format letters and emails as appropriate for general and routine correspondence including potentially confidential information, for both internal and external audiences.
• Create visual aids including ads, graphs, and charts; and draft other communication products as assigned.
Relationship Management
Internal:
• Schedule and organize staff meetings for the ED within the organization after proper vetting and in close consultation with the Managing Director and/or other appropriate staff.
Coordinate and assist in arranging brown-bag lunches and meetings with staff, local or other visitors; contribute to an environment that promotes CCC’s values.
Facilitate the management of internal communications (to and from the Executive Office) to ensure responsive and timely attention to organizational needs.
Provide back-up support to the Administration Associate, handling administrative functions for the Managing Director.
Compile and submit expense reimbursements, timesheets and leave requests for the Executive Director.
Create and maintain files for the Executive Director.
External:
Provide external relationship management support to enable the Executive Director to cultivate, facilitate and manage key funder relationships and other key constituencies to include: funder, legal, human and civil rights, governmental, other agency representatives and the general public.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
At least five years work experience in office management in a non-profit or similar environment including Capitol Hill.
At least five years providing support to Executives and working closely with Boards.
Excellent calendar management skills. Experience managing an extremely active calendar of appointments is preferred.
Excellent writing skills, including writing for a number of audiences in a variety of formats, including meeting minutes and strategic documents.
Highly proficient in the use of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Access and web search tools with the ability to learn new technologies and software as needed.
Demonstrated experience with research and information gathering, including the ability to quickly gather data in a short timeframe, on a wide variety of topics.
Strong organizational skills, a demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
Highly detail oriented, with meticulous approach to follow through, including systems for tracking follow up.
Strong interpersonal, communication and relational skills; strong verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to function in a collaborative and collegial environment, and to interact effectively with diverse staff at all levels of the organization.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
commitment to the values of the Center for Community Change.
Good judgment, flexibility and patience; discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
Salary & Benefits: CCC offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
Closing Date of Position: Open Until Filled
How to apply: Please submit resume, a cover letter that includes salary expectations and at least two writing samples to:
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(Fax) 202-387-4892
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 Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) seeks an experienced, team-oriented government relations professional, to join its Washington, DC staff to manage a robust government relations and lobbying portfolio focused on domestic and international conservation, zoological, and education policy. Responsibilities include: lobbying, policy analysis, outreach, coalition coordination, project management, and drafting legislation, testimony, white papers, and talking points. The ideal candidate has a graduate degree in public policy, conservation, or a related field; 5 – 7 years legislative experience as a congressional staffer or lobbyist; 2 - 3 years of legislative campaign and coalition leadership preferred. The salary and benefits are competitive. The position is based in Washington, DC and reports to the Washington Office Director.
About WCS:
WCS is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving wildlife and wild lands worldwide through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature. We currently manage conservation projects in over 60 countries, and we manage four zoos and an aquarium in New York City, including the flagship Bronx Zoo where we are headquartered. Our annual operating budget is over $200 million.
Please apply online: https://sh.webhire.com/jobcart/view_job.cart?JOB_ID=2686113&ACCT_NAME=WCS&SITE=I&CCC_DEST=CS or http://www.wcs.org.
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The United Nations Association of the United States of America (UNA-USA) is seeking an Executive Director to inform, inspire, and mobilize the American people to support the ideals and vital work of the United Nations. For 70 years, UNA-USA has worked to accomplish its mission through its national network of Chapters, youth engagement, advocacy efforts, education programs, and public events. UNA-USA is a program of the United Nations Foundation. UNA-USA and its sister organization the Better World Campaign represent the single largest network of advocates and supporters of the United Nations in the world.
Based in Washington, D.C. the Executive Director of the United Nations Association of the USA will be responsible for the management and development of UNA-USA, UNA-USA membership (individuals and Chapters), the Council of Organizations, Leo Nevas Human Rights Program, Global Classrooms Model UN program, communications, advocacy, and fundraising. The Executive Director is the principal liaison with the organization’s advisory bodies: Strategy Council, the Leo Nevas Human Rights Task Force, and the Council of Organizations Executive Committee. The Executive Director is also responsible for the close coordination of UNA-USA with other programs, initiatives, and activities of the United Nations Foundation, particularly the Better World Campaign.
All applications must be received online.
For the full job description and application link please visit: http://www.unfoundation.org/who-we-are/careers/executive-director-una-usa.html
UNF/BWF offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package. UNF/BWF is an AA/EEO employer. We encourage people of diverse backgrounds to apply.
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Title: Chief of Staff
Dept: Executive
Status: Fulltime
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: President/CEO
Purpose
Reporting to the President/CEO, and in close partnership with the Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Innovation and Senior Vice President of Operations the Chief of Staff is responsible for managing an array of programs. S/he will partner with various departments through the Global Leadership Team to develop, implement and manage the program aspects of WfWI’s strategy and annual budget. They will assist in planning, organization and implementing public and private fundraising initiatives in consultation with the SVP, SI & Innovation
Duties and Responsibilities
• Facilitate the CEO's work with the Board and key stakeholders by preparing briefing materials and presentations. Manage the timeline and process by which materials are developed, reviewed, and prepared for Board meetings.
• Coordinates the flow and exchange of information; streamlines interactions with other senior staff members, functional staff and Board member, and drives initiatives on behalf of the CEO.
• Coordinates organizational operating plan process, tracks progress against strategic plan
• Coordinates activities, sets agendas and summarizes deliverables for Global Leadership Team
• Review for clearance by CEO all external publications going out by WfWI with a view to ensuring quality and consistency of messaging
• Responsible for all external (Board and organizational) written correspondence on behalf of CEO, Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Innovation, and Senior Vice President of Operations.
• Oversee the production of organization’s annual report in a timely manner
Communication & Teamwork
• Communication with SVP SI & Innovation, SVP of Operations and Global Leadership Team
• Communication with colleagues
• Communication with Board
• Liaise with Country Directors and Country Office SMTs
Professionalism
• Accepts constructive feedback
• Positive attitude
• Judgment
• Work ethic
• Initiative and proactive problem solving
• Commitment and respect for Women for Women International’s mission and values
• Discretion with sensitive materials
Qualifications and Skills
• Advanced University degree
• 10+ years of strong operational experience with at least 5 years in leadership roles
• Experience working with an international nonprofit
• Demonstrated experience in successful administration of cross-functional management
• Ability to manage multiple projects within a dynamic environment with a high level of urgency without compromising productivity
• Ability to think strategically, highly-driven and self-motivated
• Natural problem solver
• Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships across all levels of a diverse organization in order to facilitate feedback and enhance implementation
● Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized
● Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Strong interpersonal skills including ability to communicate effectively with people individually and groups; ability to communicate with technical and non-technical colleagues; experience establishing and maintaining effective relationships with functional leaders by understanding their department, its role in the organization and its internal and external links
● Experience leading, managing and participating on teams with shared responsibility for outcomes and decision-making
● Demonstrated success in positively affecting dynamics of an organization and industry as a result of leadership, strategic thinking, analytical and negotiating skills
● Ability to travel to international offices
● Demonstrated commitment to mission-related causes
● Demonstrable understanding of and passion for women's issues, conflict, and international development
● Flexible and creative, able to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
● Nurturing; willing to invest in the development of colleagues and of the organization
● Experience working with pro bono legal counsel preferred.
Application Instructions:
Please apply online at www.womenforwomen.org.
*This job description may be modified from time to time in the discretion of WfWI*
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The PAC Coordinator will administer the newly established Freethought Equality Fund, a political action committee, and support the work of the Center for Humanist Activism, a political advocacy organization. The primary goal of the Freethought Equality Fund is to elect qualified atheists who are also humanists to public office and change America’s negative views toward nonbelievers. Support will also be provided to religious candidates who share our goal and appreciate the value of keeping religion and government separate.
Starting salary will be $30-40K dependent on experience. The organization offers good benefits, including full health insurance. While the first two years of funding is secured, since this is a new position, there is both risk and significant potential for growth.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
1. Run the day-to-day operations of the organization
2. Meet and network with campaign staff
3. Maintain research on incumbent records
4. Research new and potential candidates
5. Coordinate trainings for new candidates
6. Communicate with consultant and lawyers
7. Manage any interns and other volunteers
8. Provide one’s own administrative support
Requirements:
1. A BA/BS with strong written and oral communication skills
2. Experience in a senior position on a political or community based campaign
3. Participation in campaign management institutes
4. Initiative to discover and take on new projects
5. Strong interest in the Freethought Equality Fund’s mission
To apply: send resume AND cover letter to:
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While there are no websites for this new group just yet, we encourage you to visit http://www.americanhumanist.org/ for more information about our humanism, the idea that you can be good without a belief in a god.
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U.S. Sentencing Commission
Public/Legislative Affairs Specialist
Salary Range: Equivalent to GS-1035-9/11/12 $51,630 $97,333
The U.S. Sentencing Commission, a federal agency of 100 staff in the judicial branch of government, is seeking a motivated and creative individual to perform duties related to both public and legislative affairs, with a focus on public affairs and website management. The incumbent must demonstrate skills in website design and web content preparation; be able to develop, write, and edit content; manage priorities, adapt to changing priorities, and handle time-sensitive assignments; communicate effectively; develop successful working relationships with individuals at all organizational levels; oversee, coordinate, and complete projects; and communicate the agency’s message, philosophy, and position on various issues.
Current salary and years of experience will determine the appropriate salary level. Applicants must submit an electronic resume and cover letter that address all of the qualification requirements listed in the vacancy announcement, and if available, provide a recent job performance evaluation and college transcripts. Applicants will also need to complete the online occupational questionnaire. All applications must be submitted at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/343750300
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 The Hill is seeking a highly motivated advertising representative to sell national and advocacy campaigns into The Hill's digital and print media products as well as event ventures. Ideal candidates must be self motivated and desire a fast paced, team oriented work environment. Advertising executive must be very organized and effective in both managing and growing existing business, as well as uncovering and developing new business. A background in media sales with experience in digital is preferred. Solid client and agency contacts are a plus.
To Apply:
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 The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, energetic leader to direct CSPI’s Health Promotion Policy (HPP) Project. The HPP Project advocates for national and local government policies that promote health and prevent diet-related chronic disease. The project also educates the public and encourages food manufacturers to improve their products. An integral component of those activities is engaging health professionals, non-profits, scientists, the media, and the public in supporting those efforts. The project’s current focus is on reducing soft-drink, sodium, and sugar consumption, and eliminating artificial trans fat from the food supply.
The successful candidate will have a M.P.H., Ph.D., M.D.or other relevant graduate degree, and at least ten years of experience in a leadership role in public health advocacy. Experience on Capitol Hill or the executive branch would be valuable. Sophisticated understanding of the impact of diet on health and demonstrated public-interest orientation, as well as experience in conceiving and implementing national advocacy campaigns, are essential. The position is full-time and based in Washington, D.C.
To apply, please send a cover letter indicating relevant experience and interest, résumé, and writing samples, to
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. Please include “Attn: HPP-H” in the subject line.
CSPI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package along with a healthy working environment. CSPI is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, one of the nation’s premier policy organizations, seeks a policy analyst or senior analyst for its State Fiscal Project.
The analyst will conduct timely and thorough research of state budget and tax issues; write policy papers; provide technical assistance to state-level policymakers around the country; and provide training and strategic advice to state-level nonprofit organizations. Work products will include short written analyses, longer reports, testimony to state legislatures, interaction with the news media, and public presentations.
The State Fiscal Project advances solutions to some of the nation’s most challenging economic and social problems, paying particular attention to the effects of policies on low- and moderate-income families and individuals. The team includes several nationally recognized experts in the field. Center reports receive broad distribution and press attention and play a key role in affecting public debates and policy outcomes. The Center also coordinates and collaborates with a 41-state network of policy organizations on these issues.
Candidates should have:
• At least two years’ experience (five years preferred) working on tax and budget issues at the state or federal level as legislative staff, executive-branch staff, and/or independent researcher or advocate;
• A relevant graduate degree;
• Excellent quantitative, analytic, and communication skills;
• Demonstrated skill/experience in developing strategies to affect public policy debates and decisions; and
• An ability to consider complex budget and tax issues and explain those issues (both in writing and orally) for broader audiences.
Some travel is required. Salary: Commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including health insurance, life and long term disability insurance, retirement, flexible spending accounts and generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday schedules.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to
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Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
The Center is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, takes affirmative action to ensure that discrimination does not occur on the basis of race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, religious or political affiliation, disability, or any other classification considered discriminatory under applicable law.
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We’re millions of members strong–with more joining us every day– the largest and “most powerful grassroots organization” around, according to Fortune magazine. In fact, our commitment and collective strength enables us to serve and support a broad and diverse membership as well as embrace our own workplace diversity. Here’s your chance to take action in Washington, DC and throughout the US!
The State and National Group (SNG) is a key contributor to the One AARP mission of social change for Americans 50+ and their families. SNG drives social change through our advocacy work by giving our members a voice—at the federal, state and local levels—on issues important to them such as Financial Security, Health, and Home & Family.
With a network of 53 offices in each state, the US Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia, we live where we work. This allows us to do what we do best…meet the people and directly engage in our communities to find out what they need and want, enabling us to educate our members with programs and information that is relevant to them.
The Director, Campaign Strategy leads the team responsible for developing and supporting the implementation of campaign strategies. Oversees development and direction of strategies, goal-setting and establishment of priorities.
Job Responsibilities:
1. Responsible for leading the development of campaign strategies—working collaboratively with others across SNG and the entire organization—that will achieve defined social impact objectives.
2. Responsible for managing the gathering, synthesizing, sharing and leveraging of political intelligence—working closely with staff in Government Affairs and states to capture primary intelligence and monitoring media coverage and other outside sources for secondary information.
3. Responsible for managing the creation and maintenance of scenario plans that support the development and implementation of campaign strategies—actively managing those scenarios and related plans to ensure that they always reflect the current state of play on campaign issues.
4. Responsible for managing the development and maintenance of dossiers on key Members of Congress and those Members likely to be targets of campaigns—working closely with staff in Government Affairs and the states—with emphasis on understanding their positions, and how those positions evolve, on AARP’s priority advocacy issues.
5. Fosters teamwork and collaboration with key stakeholders across AARP to ensure integration and support, both for and from the Campaigns unit.
6. Develops a team through visionary leadership, establishing strategic direction, building organizational talent, and empowering others.
7. Supports the work of the team by mobilizing resources and developing and leveraging strategic relationships both within AARP and with external organizations.
8. Manages teams to prescribed standards of excellence as measured by AARP’s Management Indices that flow from Employee Opinion Surveys.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) in political science, history, project management or other field directly related to the duties of this position; and 10+ years of experience in strategy, strategic marketing, communications or a field related to management of campaigns, preferably in the non-profit sector; or a combination of education and experience related to the responsibilities of the position. Superior communications and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and flexibly with individuals at all levels inside and outside the organization, and to lead a team of professionals who gather, synthesize, share and leverage political intelligence and develop and implement effective, targeted campaign strategies to meet organizational goals.
AARP offers competitive benefits with a 401K, 100% company funded pension plan, health, dental, vision and life insurance, STD/LTD, paid vacation and sick, and other benefits.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply on line at www.aarpjobs.com
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Requisition ID 11579BR
Job Category Government Affairs
PURPOSE:
This position will work with policy and reimbursement issues that affect Novo Nordisk’s (NNI) brands, with a focus on obesity, hemophilia, inflammation, and growth hormone. This position will also support company-wide federal and state healthcare reform implementation efforts and miscellaneous Government Affairs & Public Policy (GA & PP) issues on an ad hoc basis.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports directly to the Associate Director, Public Policy, within the GA & PP department. Interacts with many external parties, especially members of the executive branch of the federal government (federal agencies), consultants and other entities working for NNI, trade associations, and law firms. Works closely with internal parties across NNI, including Managed Markets Sales, Diabetes Sales, BioPharm Market Access, Sales and Marketing, Finance, and Legal. Will be based in the Washington, D.C. or Princeton, NJ office.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Leads policy and reimbursement work for new obesity franchise
• Collaborates with Diabetes Marketing, Managed Markets Sales, and other internal and external stakeholders to obtain appropriate coverage and reimbursement of new obesity product in government healthcare programs
• Within scope of authority, monitors all aspects of policy changes proposed by federal agencies that may impact obesity to ensure that the relevant internal departments are aware of issues and that NNI responds appropriately
• Drafts letters to the Administration and federal agencies with respect to government regulations impacting obesity, within scope of authority
• Participates in relevant internal meetings regarding issues affecting NNI’s obesity business that have a policy component
• Serves as the company’s representative in trade associations or advisory groups focused on obesity policy and reimbursement
• Supports the BioPharm franchise on policy and reimbursement issues
• Drafts letters to the Administration and federal agencies with respect to government regulations impacting hemophilia, growth hormone, or inflammation, within scope of authority
• Collaborates with the BioPharm franchise with respect to obtaining better coverage, coding and reimbursement in government accounts for NNI’s hemophilia, growth hormone and inflammation products (both medical and pharmacy benefit products)
• Assists brand teams in the submission of coding applications for new BioPharm products
• Within scope of authority, monitors all aspects of policy changes proposed by federal agencies that may impact hemophilia, growth hormone, or inflammation to ensure that the relevant internal departments are aware of issues and that NNI responds appropriately
• Assists Associate Director, Public Policy, with federal and state healthcare reform implementation work
• Drafts memos, educational materials, and presentations detailing the impact of federal policy decisions on the company’s business, as well as Government Affairs’ strategy to protect the company and its stakeholders
• Drafts letters to the Administration and federal agencies with respect to healthcare reform government regulations, within scope of authority
• Performs other work as directed by management
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Approximately 20-30% travel required, including travel to NNI’s Princeton, NJ office.
DEVELOPMENT OF PEOPLE:
• Ensure that reporting personnel have 3P forms with annual goals and measurements that are consistent with the priorities of the business, and that interim reviews are held so that their work is focused on those priorities, and they understand their level of accountability for results and the measurement process
• Manage the application and communication of all NNI policies, procedures, and NNI Way of Management
• Ensure that the IDP forms include completed Learning and Aspiration plans and are in place for all reporting personnel to enable the achievement of goals and capability to assume increased levels of responsibility
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Bachelor’s degree required; Post-graduate degree a plus
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required
• Must have the ability to effectively deliver information, and explain, advocate and negotiate positions and issues to a broad spectrum of individuals
• Must have the ability to analyze and respond to regulations, as well as communicate implications in a straightforward manner to internal and external stakeholders
• Must have the ability to work under tight deadlines, with little supervision required
• Must have an in-depth understanding of the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, healthcare reform, and pharmaceutical reimbursement issues
Department HR - CHANGING DIABETES & PUBLIC POL (1)
Position Location US - Washington, DC
City Washington DC
State/Provinces US - DC
Degree Required Bachelor's Degree Required
Percent Travel 20 - 30%
Nearest Major Market: Washington DC
Job Segments: Public Policy, Accounts Payable, Biotech, Pharmaceutical Sales, Special Medicine, Legal, Finance, Science, Sales, Healthcare
Apply Online: http://www.novonordisk-jobs.com/job/washington-dc-manager%2c-reimbursement-&-public-policy-job-dc-20001/2337258/#.UNiBA1MnZnI.email?&utm_campaign=FADV
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National public company seeks a fulltime government relations professional to shepherd passage of 21st Century good-government legislation in multiple states. This person needs to be able to size up the political dynamics of different states and develop—and execute—a political strategy encompassing all branches and levels of state government.
This person needs to be adept at developing political relationships, strategic partnerships, and coalitions. This government relations specialist will need to have experience in lobbying and in managing lobbyists. The position’s responsibilities go hand-in-hand with the company’s ongoing product development efforts as we adapt our technologies to meet state-by-state needs. Successful candidates will have a background in law, politics or communications and, ideally, in product development.
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Full benefits, EOE.
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