Government Relations Director

POSITION SUMMARY

The Government Relations Director is a leader in the GIF Policy and Donor Relations team and represents the positions of GIF before federal and state policymakers. This role is responsible for planning and executing a comprehensive, proactive government affairs strategy that advances the mission and goals of GIF. The Director reports to the CEO and regularly engages directly with the CEO and Board of Directors.

This position will be based in GIF's Washington, DC office.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement the company's advocacy strategy in consultation with internal stakeholders as well as our outside government relations firm
• The Director will work with the team on outreach to federal and state government entities and other stakeholders including but not limited to Congress, state lawmakers and industry associations to advance GIF's priorities and deepen support for GIF
• The Director builds and maintains positive relationships with myriad stakeholders to execute GIFs government relations strategy
• Will educate Congress, the Administration, and other key stakeholders about innovation and entrepreneurship in international development & promote GIF's priorities on the relevant issues to obtain their support for GIF and its approach to development
• Author advocacy materials to explain public policy issues and GIF's positions

GIF is a dynamic and rapidly growing organization; the Associate will be expected to adapt quickly to the needs of the organization and could have a range of other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND ATTRIBUTES

• Proven experience in government relations
• Extensive knowledge of federal politics, legislative process, and administrative actions (as related to development assistance is especially valuable)
• Able to identify viable legislative or administrative pathways for policy priorities, and develop effective strategies to use those paths
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, inclusive workplace
• Ability to bring together multiple perspectives into a cohesive effort
• Ability to effectively communicate with both internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional writing skills and ability to create materials that represent the organization's positions and priorities
• Proven ability to build strong relationships quickly
• Proven ability to get to know an organization and its position quickly
• Interest and experience in a substantive policy area related to GIF's work
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment-both independently and as part of a team-and be self starting, goal-oriented, dynamic, innovative, and creative
• Proven ability to combine policy recommendations with appropriate communications and political dimensions
• A self-starter with an interest in personal growth and development and a spirited sense of humour

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This role will be based in our Washington D.C. Any job offer made will be subject to the successful candidate having the authorization to work in the USA prior to commencing work at GIF. An excellent benefits package is on offer along with a salary commensurate with the role and that of a non-profit.

HOW TO APPLY

The applicants are urged to follow the instructions available on https://app.beapplied.com/apply/yueldzk98y. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application and in accordance to the evaluation criteria of the job opening. The application process will close on Friday 12th August at 11pm BST.