Vice President of Government Affairs

Position Summary
The AI Policy Network (AIPN) seeks a seasoned Vice President of Government Affairs to co-lead our lobbying and advocacy strategy on artificial intelligence (AI) and artificial general intelligence (AGI) preparedness alongside President of Government Affairs Mark Beall. You will drive day-to-day execution of AIPN’s federal engagement program, ensuring our policy proposals translate into concrete legislative and regulatory outcomes. This senior role is ideal for a strategic operator with deep Capitol Hill experience, a bipartisan network, and the ability to translate cutting-edge AI issues into actionable policy solutions.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Partner with Mark Beall to refine and execute AIPN’s multi-year lobbying roadmap.

Identify legislative windows and craft detailed Hill strategies that advance our AGI-preparedness priorities.

Lead cross-functional initiatives with research, communications, and development teams to align advocacy, content, and fundraising.

Congressional Engagement

Maintain high-trust relationships with key members and staff on Armed Services, Commerce, Intelligence, Judiciary, and Appropriations committees in both House and Senate.

Orchestrate briefings, hearings, and roundtables; prepare principals for testimony.

Provide real-time intelligence on floor schedules, mark-ups, and emerging amendments.

Policy Development & Drafting

Translate AIPN’s research into model bill language, amendments, and regulatory comments.

Oversee production of policy memos, talking points, and decision memos for lawmakers.

Ensure proposals are technically accurate and politically viable.

Coalition-Building & External Relations

Coordinate with AIPN’s lobbyists, coalition partners, and think tanks to amplify AIPN’s voice.

Represent AIPN at conferences, media appearances, and private briefings.

Serve as a senior spokesperson on AI national-security issues.

Team Management

Mentor junior staff and fellows; set performance goals and provide feedback.

Help manage consultants, track budgets, and report on advocacy KPIs to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

Minimum 8 years in federal government affairs, lobbying, or senior congressional staff roles; proven success moving complex tech or national-security legislation.

Demonstrable bipartisan relationships across relevant committees; gravitas to engage senior policymakers.

Familiarity with AI safety, export controls, critical-infrastructure policy, or related fields.

Exceptional writing, briefing, and negotiation skills.

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MPA, JD, MS in Technology Policy) a plus.

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