VP, Advocacy

## Salary Range
$213,321.00 – $266,145.00 Annually

## VP, Advocacy

### About The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights
The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, a 501(c)(4) organization, is the premier coalition of more than 240 national organizations that promotes and protects civil and human rights in America. The Leadership Conference has coordinated federal strategy and action, including national lobbying and regulatory efforts on behalf of every major civil rights law since 1957.

To learn more about The Leadership Conference, please visit www.civilrights.org.

### About The Leadership Conference Education Fund
The Leadership Conference Education Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization, builds public will for federal civil rights policies that promote and protect civil and human rights in the U.S. Founded in 1969 as the education and research arm of The Leadership Conference, the Education Fund’s campaigns empower people and advocates to push for progressive change in the U.S.

To learn more about the Education Fund, please visit www.leadershipconferenceedfund.org.

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## The Opportunity
The Leadership Conference is seeking a Vice President (VP), Advocacy to join the Advocacy & Programs Department. Reporting to the Senior Vice President (SVP), Advocacy & Programs, the ideal candidate will serve as a senior advisor to the SVP and, at the SVP’s direction, act as a senior strategist for the organization and the coalition with respect to congressional, executive branch, and targeted state and local policymakers.

This position will have leadership responsibility for five direct reports and is not part of the collective bargaining unit.

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## Candidate Profile

– **Strategic Planning** — Collaborate with the SVP, Advocacy & Programs to identify, track, develop, and execute work plans across priority issue areas including Free and Fair Elections, Education, Immigration, Justice, Social Safety Net, and emerging civil rights priorities.
– **Team Leadership** — Assign and manage Advocacy & Programs staff to execute work plans and support coalition task forces, working groups, and meetings with member organizations, partners, and allies.
– **Federal Lobbying** — Engage in direct lobbying, cultivating and maintaining relationships across the Executive and Legislative branches to advance organizational and coalition policy objectives.
– **LDA Compliance** — Register as a federal lobbyist under the Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) and comply with quarterly reporting requirements.
– **Advocacy Execution** — Advance the organization’s advocacy agenda through meetings, presentations, testimony, convenings, and engagement with elected officials, government authorities, and external audiences.
– **Department Oversight** — Ensure the Advocacy & Programs department effectively promotes policy objectives of the organization and coalition members.
– **Program Supervision** — Supervise the Senior Program Director, Census and Data Equity, ensuring strategic alignment with organizational and coalition goals.
– **Staff Development** — Provide leadership, guidance, and development opportunities to subordinate staff.
– **Coalition Engagement** — Identify and manage opportunities to convene coalition partners around advocacy strategy and coordinate collaboration on policy analysis and development.
– **Budget Support** — Support the SVP in developing the Advocacy & Programs budget and provide initial approval.
– **Resource Allocation** — Allocate resources to support organizational and coalition campaigns.
– **Fundraising Collaboration** — Work with development staff and the executive office on fundraising initiatives.
– **Public Representation** — Represent the organization on panels, at conferences, and in media as appropriate.
– **Thought Leadership** — Coordinate production of external reports, briefs, and other materials that enhance the organization’s reputation and advance its policy agenda.
– **Policy Review** — Proof and approve legislative and executive letters and policy documents.
– **Policy Translation** — Analyze and translate proposals/legislation and advance policy initiatives in collaboration with policymakers and regulatory officials.
– Perform other related duties as assigned.

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## Qualifications

– A minimum of 10 years of federal lobbying and advocacy experience required; nonprofit experience preferred.
– Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; Juris Doctor (JD) preferred.
– Strategic management experience, including developing advocacy strategies, identifying opportunities, navigating policy challenges, and supervising highly skilled professionals.
– Exceptional coalition and relationship‑building skills across diverse stakeholders and issue areas.
– Diplomacy, relationship‑building, and communication skills to build support and consensus across a diverse coalition.
– Commitment to centering equity in work style, management, and coalition engagement.
– Deep and principled commitment to civil rights.
– Budgeting and financial experience.
– Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to produce polished work products.
– Strong legal and policy research and analytical skills, including drafting and analysis.

*This posting describes the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. The Leadership Conference may amend responsibilities as needed.*

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## Compensation & Benefits
The target salary range for this position is **$213,321 – $266,145**, commensurate with experience and internal equity.

The Leadership Conference offers a robust benefits package supporting physical, emotional, and financial well‑being, including:

– Generous paid time off
– Fifteen (15) federal holidays
– Biweekly organization‑specific holidays
– Medical, dental, and vision insurance
– Transit benefits
– Professional development assistance
– Employee Assistance Program

The Leadership Conference has a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with OPEIU Local 2 – AFL‑CIO.

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## In‑Office Work Policy
The Leadership Conference follows a phased hybrid in‑office policy:

– **Phase 1 (Sept 1, 2025):** At least 2 days per month
– **Phase 2 (Jan 1, 2026):** At least 1 day per week or 4 days per month
– **Phase 3 (Apr 1, 2026):** At least 2 days per week or 8 days per month

Medical accommodations and designated remote positions are exempt.

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## Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace
The Leadership Conference is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, immigration status, sex (including pregnancy‑related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, intersex traits), age, marital status, appearance, family responsibilities, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, housing status, socioeconomic status, source of income, criminal legal involvement (unless for a legitimate business reason), union membership, or status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking.

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## How to Apply
Please visit the Career Center to submit your resume and cover letter. Cover letters are required and must be attached.