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Assistant Director and Head of Government Relations and Advocacy

Assistant Director and Head of Government Relations and Advocacy
Organization: Alliance for International Exchange
Location: Washington, DC
Date Posted: 01/17/2024

Assistant Director and Head of Advocacy and Government Relations

The Assistant Director and Head of Advocacy and Government Relations at the Alliance holds a crucial role in advancing the organization’s goals. The position involves advocacy work for the U.S. international exchange community and the management of member services.

Core Responsibilities

Government Relations/Legislative Advocacy

  • Focus on advancing Alliance federal legislative priorities.
  • Develop and maintain relationships on Capitol Hill and with key committees, subcommittees, districts, and states connected to international education and exchange.
  • Strategically address legislative issues and collaborate with Alliance membership in advocacy campaigns.

Member Services and Representation

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with Alliance membership.
  • Provide member services on various issues and concerns.
  • Act as a key Alliance representative in committees, working groups, and industry conferences.

Executive Branch Relations

  • Develop and maintain relationships with federal agencies such as Department of State, Department of Education, OMB, etc.
  • Strategically address regulatory and programmatic issues affecting international education and exchange.

Policy Development

  • Play a crucial role in strategizing, crafting, and advancing the Alliance’s policy agenda.
  • Implement policy initiatives to support the Alliance’s mission and address threats to the exchange community.

Events Development and Management

  • Support the organization of core Alliance events, including the Annual Conference and Advocacy Day fly-in event.
  • Contribute to strategy and content for other events and workshops.

Board of Directors Relations

  • Support the Alliance Board of Directors in its governance role.
  • Keep the Board informed of internal conditions and important external developments.

Qualifications

  • Seven years of advocacy, government relations, legislative, or association/coalition management experience.
  • Experience with international education and exchange programs or related international affairs issues.
  • Strong writing, speaking, and interpersonal skills.
  • Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to seamlessly move between team- and self-directed work.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in international affairs, public policy, or related field is a plus.

The position is based in the DC-metro area. Some domestic/international travel is required. The Alliance offers a competitive salary, a generous benefits package, and a flexible, hybrid work schedule.

To apply, submit your application and salary requirement (cover letter and resume in one PDF) to [email protected].

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