Public Policy Manager, National Security Institute

Virginia Jobs • $70K — $95K *

Arlington, VA 22204In-Person

Education, Government & Non-Profit

Less than 5 years of experience

2 months ago

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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
3+ years of considerable policy experience
Strong database experience
Knowledge of national security policy with familiarity in defense or intelligence sectors
Demonstrated advanced written and oral communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Strong organizational skills for managing multiple tasks and priorities
Ability to interact respectfully with diverse stakeholders including government officials.

Responsibilities

Build relationships with Congressional staff and officials to promote NSI's mission
Independently represent NSI in briefings and settings with key stakeholders
Identify and develop organizational policy priorities with NSI leadership
Manage the development and execution of programs and events that advance NSI's mission
Create and disseminate policy materials to relevant audiences
Lead coordination of NSI expert participation in policy programming
Manage program budgets and provide administrative support

Benefits

Flexible work hours with potential for domestic and international travel
Opportunities for professional development through involvement in policy initiatives
Direct engagement with high-level government and industry stakeholders
Networking opportunities within national security and policy circles
Impactful work contributing to national security policy and advocacy efforts

Full Job Description

Department: Antonin Scalia Law School

Classification: Program Admin Specialist 1

Job Category: Classified Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Arlington, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility:

Pay Band: 04

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Restricted: Yes

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Position:

The NSI Public Policy Manager is responsible for the successful planning and coordination of NSI policy program efforts and events. This position is expected to work flexible hours, and travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities:

Builds relationships with Congressional staff, Congressional members and executive branch officials, associations, industry partners, nonprofits, and other third-parties to promote and build support for NSI's mission and policy expertise through both regular in person and virtual meetings and engagements, both informal and formal;
Independently represents NSI before Congressional and executive branch officials and staff in briefings and in other settings, as well as in front of industry and nonprofit partners;
Works with NSI leadership to identify and develop organizational policy priorities, including assessing organizational resources and the needs and interests of the policy field;
Manages the development and execution of programs, including private briefings, and off-the-record and public events that advance NSI's mission, as well as work with NSI staff to ensure successful marketing and communications efforts;
Creates, develops, and disseminates policy materials, as well as brainstorms new forms of written materials, to policymaking and public audiences;
Leads and coordinates NSI expert participation and engagement in NSI policy programming, including managing whiteboarding sessions, expert briefings, and external policy programming efforts;
Manages program and project budget and coordinates other necessary administrative support;
Interacts with NSI leadership and staff, as well as media, the general public, and government officials to plan and coordinate activities;
Supports NSI team in all aspects of NSI's work;
Assists with research, writing, and publishing NSI research and advocacy papers, as well as media pieces and other written materials; and
Reviews and analyzes regulations, legislation, laws, and public policy that informs and impact NSI's policy priorities, including managing the tracking of legislative and congressional developments.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
Considerable policy experience (typically 3+ years);
Strong database experience;
Knowledge of national security policy and familiarity with defense, intelligence, or cyber policy communities;
Demonstrated, advanced skill in written and oral communication;
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite;
Demonstrated organizational skills, with the ability to independently juggle multiple tasks and priorities effectively;
Ability to interact effectively and respectfully with persons at all levels, including senior government, industry, and academic officials, in a professional manner and in different settings; and
Self-starter, highly motivated, and detail oriented.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in related field; and
Experience working on Capitol Hill and/or with Congressional offices.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Public Policy Manager, National Security Institute at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.

Posting Open Date: May 6, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: May 20, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

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