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Senior Director of Advocacy

Senior Director of Advocacy
Organization: Aristotle Inc.
Location: Washington, DC
Date Posted: 11/05/2025

Description

  • Develop and execute effective advocacy strategies that align with organizational goals and amplify our message to key audiences.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to support advocacy efforts.
  • Serve as a strategist for client accounts, and a thought leader in the advocacy community to help build Aristotle’s brand amongst key stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure advocacy strategies are integrated into broader marketing and communications plans.
  • Manage digital assets for social channels and/or websites.
  • Assist in leading/managing coalitions on key policy issues.
  • Assist with public relations efforts on behalf of clients in targeted markets.
  • Monitor and analyze policy developments and industry trends to inform advocacy strategies and adjust tactics as needed.
  • Lead the creation of advocacy materials, including briefs, presentations, and digital content, to engage and educate stakeholders and the public.
  • Organize and participate in events, meetings, and other activities to promote advocacy objectives and build community support.
  • Manage and mentor a team of account managers and specialists, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Help lead business development efforts and expand Aristotle’s advocacy brand amongst the government affairs marketplace.
  • Report on the progress of advocacy campaigns, evaluating their impact and effectiveness in achieving desired outcomes.

Note: This is a political advocacy/government affairs position, not related to patient advocacy and/or a non-profit advocate position.

Salary Range: $130k–$160k/year

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Communications, Public Affairs, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in advocacy, public affairs, policy, or a related area, with a proven track record of developing and executing successful advocacy campaigns and programs.
  • Strong understanding of the political and policy-making process, with experience engaging with policymakers and stakeholders at various levels.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and persuasively.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading cross-functional projects.
  • Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Ability to assist in driving new business opportunities.

Benefits

All positions are Full-Time, with competitive compensation, medical benefits, paid vacation, 401k plan and stock options. Casual dress code and a non-corporate atmosphere make this a fun place to work and learn in a team environment.

To apply: Please submit your resume through our official job posting.

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