Policy Analyst

ZERO TO THREE•Washington, DC

8d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Founded in 1977, ZERO TO THREE works to ensure that babies and toddlers benefit from the early connections that are critical to their well-being and development. Our mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. At ZERO TO THREE, we envision a society with the knowledge and will to support all infants and toddlers in reaching their full potential. Our Core Values Statement: We believe that how we do our work is as important as what we do. To learn more about ZERO TO THREE, please visit our website at zerotothree.org. The Policy Center at ZERO TO THREE, a nonpartisan, research-based resource for policymakers and advocates focused on the unique developmental needs of infants and toddlers, is seeking a Policy Analyst to advance ZERO TO THREE’s federal policy agenda and strategy. The position has primary responsibility over issue areas relating to child care, tax policies for families, and other issue areas as assigned, while supporting additional policy issue areas as needed within the Government Relations Team. The Policy Analyst will represent ZERO TO THREE before Congress; serve as a key voice within coalitions; develop and review a variety of policy, advocacy, and legislative materials; monitor and provide input on relevant federal legislation and proposed rules; organize Capitol Hill briefings and other events; coordinate meetings, schedules, and logistics; provide operational support to the Government Relations Team; and work closely with government relations consultants to advance ZERO TO THREE’s policy priorities and strategy. This position contributes to the overall work of the Government Relations Team and the Policy Center, working in close collaboration across the team and organization. The successful candidate must live in the DC metropolitan area but is not required to work from ZERO TO THREE’s Washington, DC office.

Requirements

Minimum 2-4 years of relevant experience in public policy or analysis, government relations, advocacy, or a related field; Capitol Hill experience preferred.
Working knowledge of, or interest in developing expertise in, child care policy. Working knowledge of family tax policy a plus.
Knowledge of the federal legislative and regulatory processes.
Strong research, writing, and policy analysis skills.
Ability to apply an equity-informed lens to policy research, analysis, and advocacy.
Ability to work effectively in culturally diverse environments.
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with colleagues, coalition partners, congressional staff, and other stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex policy issues to a variety of audiences.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Must be willing and eligible to register as a federal lobbyist under the Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) upon hire.
Ability to travel, including occasional overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

Capitol Hill experience preferred.
Working knowledge of family tax policy a plus.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a working knowledge of federal or state child care policy or a strong interest in developing such federal policy expertise.
Serve as the lead Government Relations subject matter expert on federal child care, family tax, and other policy issue areas.
Monitor and analyze federal policy and legislative developments in the policy portfolio, assess their potential impact on infants, toddlers, and families, and provide timely analysis and support to advance ZERO TO THREE’s federal policy priorities.
Serve as a resource to internal and external audiences, contribute equity-centered policy analysis, articulate the impact of proposed and existing federal policies, and provide recommendations to inform legislative and regulatory efforts.
Work collaboratively across the organization to support development of, updates to, and implementation of ZERO TO THREE’s federal policy agenda.
Develop and implement strategies to advance ZERO TO THREE’s federal policy agenda, with a focus on child care issues and tax benefits for families.
Help identify and share opportunities for ZERO TO THREE to expand its policy impact and partnerships, acting individually and with partners.
Help identify legislative champions, emerging opportunities, and strategic partnerships to advance ZERO TO THREE’s policy agenda while adapting to a changing political and legislative landscape.
Develop and maintain relationships with congressional staff, stakeholders, and coalition partners, ensure timely and effective communications, and support federal policy efforts by providing research, analysis, and technical assistance related to legislation, regulations, and other governmental actions.
Collaborate closely with Advocacy, Communications, and programmatic staff to help inform and advance ZERO TO THREE’s federal policy priorities, including through collaboration on Hill-facing advocacy and engagement efforts (such as Strolling Thunder, ZERO TO THREE's annual Hill advocacy day) and reviews of policy-related products.
Draft, contribute to, and review written materials, including one-pagers, policy briefs, legislative summaries, public comments, and advocacy newsletters, for policymakers, advocates, and other audiences.
Organize and represent ZERO TO THREE in coalition meetings, congressional briefings, and other external engagements as appropriate.
Work across ZERO TO THREE to support responses to time-sensitive media and policy opportunities.
Lead the operational functions of the Government Relations Team, including coordinating team logistics and tracking projects and congressional engagement.
Assist with appropriations requests, tracking legislation, and supporting sign-on letters, bill endorsements, and other government relations activities.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the departments.