Sr. Policy Analyst or Associate Director, Corporate Governance & Finance

AFREF•Washington, DC

About The Position

Americans for Financial Reform Education Fund (AFREF) is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst or Associate Director to lead its work on corporate governance and finance. The role develops policy and strategies in collaboration with a coalition of more than 200 consumer, civil rights, labor, community-based, and other organizations, as well as academics and policy experts. Its portfolio includes corporate accountability, corporate finance, and corporate governance, with a focus on advancing economic and racial justice and making corporate and investment decision-making better serve workers, communities, and a just and sustainable economy. The position also supports efforts to increase workers’ influence over the use of their retirement funds. Tracking developments related to pension funds and asset managers and maintaining relationships with labor partners and investor advocates are key parts of the role. The position leads policy development, research, advocacy, communications, coalition engagement, and related development work. It represents AFREF with policymakers, regulators, partners, experts, and the press, and translates policy issues for nonspecialist audiences. The role is open to applicants based in the United States. AFREF’s office is in downtown Washington, DC; staff based in the DC metropolitan area may work fully remotely or on a flexible hybrid/remote schedule. Some travel is required.

Requirements

Strong commitment to racial and economic justice.
At least 8 years of relevant work experience for a Senior Policy Analyst, or at least 12 years for an Associate Director.
Excellent policy analysis and research skills.
Outstanding strategic thinking and judgment.
Demonstrated experience working with coalitions.
Ability to write for and communicate orally with a broad range of audiences.
Subject-area expertise, understanding of regulatory and legislative processes, and ability to develop innovative policy approaches.
Initiative and ability to drive work independently, alongside ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues inside and outside the organization.
Ability to multitask and work comfortably in a diverse environment.

Nice To Haves

A law degree, an advanced degree in a related field, or quantitative research and data science skills that enable analysis of financial data is highly desirable.
Familiarity with and experience in the labor movement or corporate campaigning is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead development of AFREF policy priorities on corporate governance and corporate finance in support of its economic and racial justice goals.
Write and manage policy memos, regulatory comment letters, reports, white papers, and fact sheets supporting AFREF positions.
Write and edit op-eds, commentaries, and other materials communicating AFREF priorities to broad audiences.
Oversee the launch, implementation, and oversight of policy projects, including collaboration with and contributions to the research program.
Represent AFREF in meetings with regulators, legislators, subject-area experts, allies, and partners; plan and manage meetings with senior policymakers.
Lead and collaborate with AFREF staff and coalition partners to develop and implement advocacy strategies.
Provide policy analysis and research support for grassroots partners.
Work with campaign, communications, and digital staff and coalition partners to develop and advance narrative frames and messages.
Communicate AFREF’s perspectives and policy positions to the press in collaboration with communications staff.
Explain AFREF policy issues to nonspecialists and connect them to broader economic, racial, and social justice work.
Identify and build relationships with partners, policy experts, academics, and practitioners who can contribute to policy understanding or goals.
Contribute to development work, including drafting proposals and grant reports and maintaining relationships with funders in the relevant area.
Track developments related to pension funds and asset managers and maintain relationships with labor partners and investor advocates.