Senior Policy Manager

OpenMined • Washington, DC

2d • Remote

About The Position

OpenMined is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation developing open-source technology to enable privacy-protective access to and sharing of data. The Senior Policy Manager will lead OpenMined’s US policy work, translating its technical work on AI oversight, verification, and combining models and data for policymakers. The role will help establish OpenMined as a trusted technology-policy voice in Washington, DC.

This is a remote role based in Washington, DC, with regular in-person meetings with policymakers, agency staff, and partners. The position reports to the Director of Research & Policy and works closely with the Executive Director and cross-functional teams. Travel averages roughly once a month, mostly domestic, with some international travel.

Requirements

• Be based in Washington, DC, or be willing to relocate before the start date.
• At least 5 years of experience in US technology policy.
• Technical literacy sufficient to engage engineers in depth; a computer science degree is not required.
• Experience in government service, including fellowships.
• A proven track record of successful policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience translating between technical and policy communities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Deep commitment to privacy, open source, and countering concentrations of power.
• A self-directed policy entrepreneur who creates opportunities rather than waiting for them.
• Willingness to travel roughly once a month on average for conferences, policy events, and occasional partner visits; most travel is domestic, with some international travel.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in law, public policy, computer science, or a related field.
• Experience working with open-source projects and communities.
• Experience with federal research or science programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead OpenMined’s US policy agenda on AI oversight and verification, including independent evaluation, secure model access for regulators and researchers, and attribution-based control.
• Develop OpenMined’s US position on network-source AI and make the case to policymakers.
• Staff the Executive Director for principal-level meetings, briefings, and roundtables.
• Identify critical policy windows and proactively track developments in Washington.
• Build relationships with stakeholders in Congress, the Administration, relevant agencies, and select state governments.
• Represent OpenMined in policy forums, consultations, and working groups.
• Build coalitions with privacy-tech companies, research institutions, and civil society organizations to advance shared policy goals.
• Work with Product and Engineering teams to inform technical development and infrastructure investment decisions and operationalize policy strategy.
• Work with the Partnerships team to represent OpenMined in federal AI research programs, including the NAIRR and the Genesis Mission.
• Translate technical innovations into policy recommendations in collaboration with internal and community researchers.
• Coordinate with global policy colleagues to ensure consistent messaging and approach.
• Support leadership in developing policy-informed partnership frameworks and deployment strategies.
• Author blog posts, research papers, and policy briefs.
• Speak at conferences and events.
• Contribute to public consultations and regulatory impact assessments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions.
• 403(b) retirement plan, described as the 401(k) equivalent for nonprofits.
• Flexible work hours.
• Fully remote work within the location requirements for the role.
• Flexible paid time off and recognition of local national holidays.
• Mission-driven work at a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on social impact.
• Opportunity to contribute to an open-source project benefiting a broad community.
• Collaborative international team that values collaboration and diversity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed