Manager, Policy Communications

$95,000 - $100,000/Yr

Chaloner - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

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About the position

The Manager, Policy Communications at the Peter G. Peterson Foundation will oversee communications activities that support the Foundation's mission to address America's long-term fiscal challenges. This role involves strategic initiative execution, writing, and collaboration across various departments and external partners to enhance the Foundation's impact and reach.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Foundation staff and grantees on core communications projects and programs, focusing on the current policy and political environment.
• Analyze, synthesize, and summarize information about fiscal and policy issues.
• Support the Chief Writer and Senior Director in executing writing assignments, including website content, social media content, messaging, and briefing documents.
• Function as editor/message approver for materials written by other staff members.
• Develop talking points for Foundation leaders for meetings and presentations.
• Stay current on the legislative, policy, and political landscape related to fiscal and economic issues.
• Ensure policy-heavy grants align with overall messaging by collaborating with grantees and research teams.
• Support public opinion research initiatives, particularly the Fiscal Confidence Index.
• Provide writing support for executive correspondence and respond to high-level inquiries.

Requirements

• At least six years of professional work experience in Communications/public affairs or political/policy-driven work, preferably in the national political arena.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong experience writing various types of content and materials.
• Skilled in working independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates initiative, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Interest in and knowledge of fiscal and economic policy and the legislative process.
• Ability to simplify complex policy issues into understandable messages.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex information in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Clear, concise, and accurate writing, editing, and proofing skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate with multiple parties on complex projects.
• Openness to feedback and a desire to learn and grow.
• Experience with various communications styles, formats, and distribution channels.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Substantial 401k match
• Paid time off
• Hybrid work schedule
• Flexible work policies