Outreach Director, Government Affairs

Outreach Director, Government Affairs

The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is a fast-paced, innovative nonprofit seeking an organized, motivated individual to join our D.C. office. Our mission is to empower people with breakthrough research to make informed choices and live a healthy life in a healthy environment. The Outreach Director, Government Affairs position is a full-time position based in EWG’s Washington, D.C., office. The successful candidate will lead EWG’s partnerships with external organizations and community leaders.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead efforts to build and maintain relationships with external organizations, companies and community leaders in support of EWG’s Government Affairs priorities.
• Attend meetings, conferences and events related to EWG’s Government Affairs campaigns.
• Lead planning and execution of EWG’s virtual and in-person education and advocacy days.
• Lead efforts to identify and cultivate new partnerships in key states and congressional districts.
• Maintain a database of EWG Government Affairs partners.
• Participate in EWG advocacy efforts, including meetings on Capitol Hill and with government agencies, press conferences, and education and advocacy days.
• Develop materials to support outreach efforts, including research, as needed.
• Reports to EWG’S Senior Vice President for Government Affairs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience building and maintaining relationships with organizations, companies and community leaders.
• Minimum five to seven years of advocacy, legislative or executive experience. Experience with state campaigns is preferred but will also consider candidates with federal experience.
• Legislative advocacy and education experience, preferably on Capitol Hill, government agencies or other nonprofit organizations.
• Computer literacy (Excel, Word, and Google suite).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Ability to work on numerous projects at the same time.
• Demonstrated commitment to the environment and public health issues (strongly preferred).

Location: Washington, D.C., office

Benefits: EWG offers fully paid, excellent health care, paid parental leave and a tax-deferred 403(b) plan.

EWG’s commitment to diversity and inclusion:

EWG celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to foster a work environment that supports, inspires and respects all individuals. EWG does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, matriculation or political affiliation, or any other protected class recognized in any of the jurisdictions where EWG has offices or employees working. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, and compensation and promotion.

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