Government Affairs Associate

City of New York • New York, NY

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About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, the Government Affairs Associate will provide support to the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs (IGA) and the leadership of NYCHA, specifically in the areas involving policy, legislative, external and community affairs work. The Government Affairs Associate will work with internal and external stakeholders to formulate and advocate for effective policy solutions that further the Authority’s goals and to roll out new policy initiatives. The successful candidate will be familiar with housing policy, community development, and the legislative process; able to understand and communicate complex information; skilled at and enjoy working collaboratively with internal and external partners; and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, research and analyze proposed legislative and regulatory developments that impact NYCHA on the local, state and federal level.
• Help build and maintain relationships with elected officials, government agencies, community-based organizations, and tenant associations to increase community relations and advance issues related to NYCHA, its work and mission.
• Draft memos, talking points, briefing materials and other communications to advance priorities.
• Provide support preparing for and reporting on Committee hearings.
• Assist in long-term project management and roll out of policy initiatives as part of the larger policy and external affairs team.
• Represent IGA at internal and external meetings and events during business and non-business hours.

Benefits

• NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees' Retirement System (NYCERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees