Advocacy and Engagement Manager

Girls Incorporated • Washington, DC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Girls Inc. inspires girls to be strong, smart, and bold through direct service and advocacy. The organization works with schools and communities to provide mentoring relationships, safe spaces, and evidence-based programming, while advancing legislation and policies that increase opportunities for girls.

The Advocacy and Engagement Manager strengthens advocacy across the Girls Inc. affiliate network at federal, state, and local levels. The role assesses affiliate needs, builds relationships, and develops and delivers training, resources, and learning events to strengthen girl-led and adult advocacy. The manager oversees the Teen Advocacy Council and its grant program, alumnae network, and internship initiatives, supporting year-round engagement and program growth. The position also provides strategic support for affiliate advocacy projects, represents Girls Inc. headquarters, and partners with the Public Policy team on special initiatives. The role reports to the Director of Public Policy and is based in Washington, DC, with a hybrid schedule.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Three to five years of related experience in policy or nonprofit work.
• Knowledge of and/or strong interest in advocacy, public policy, and civic engagement.
• Experience developing and/or conducting advocacy training and materials.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build and nurture relationships.
• Ability to initiate and manage projects independently, meet deadlines, balance multiple projects, and apply innovative and creative problem-solving.
• Proficiency in G Suite, MS Office, and database platforms, including use of digital tools to streamline workflows and produce accurate, actionable reports.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with youth or teens.

Responsibilities

• Support and expand Girls Inc. affiliate engagement in advocacy at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Serve as a point of contact for affiliate advocacy work, including hosting advocacy office hours and learning webinars.
• Manage the Girls Inc. Teen Advocacy Council, including organizing its annual girl-led Hill Day and Washington, DC trip, and develop ideas for program expansion.
• Manage the Teen Advocacy Council grant program for affiliates, including supporting development of their programs.
• Develop and facilitate in-person training for affiliate staff, lasting three to four days, as well as virtual training as needed.
• Manage Teen Advocacy Council alumnae networks and provide opportunities for alumnae to engage with Girls Inc. advocacy.
• Manage the Public Policy team’s internship program, including recruitment and day-to-day management.
• Provide strategic support for affiliate-level advocacy projects, represent Girls Inc. at events and meetings, and perform other duties assigned by the Director of Public Policy.
• Work collaboratively across the organization to conduct trainings, create learning materials, and support program and curriculum development that builds adult and girl advocacy skills and policy knowledge.
• Determine affiliate advocacy training and partnership needs through ongoing relationship building, data collection, and other methods.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule of two days, excluding certain weeks requiring all hands on deck.
• Vacation, sick, and personal time.
• 11 company holidays.
• Healthcare, vision, and dental insurance.
• Gente Card (HRA benefit) provided by Girls Inc.
• 401(k) with up to a 5% employer match.
• Wellness stipend.
• Fun, friendly office environment.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level