Senior State Government Relations Manager (Southern Region)
About The Position
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (“the Foundation”) is seeking top talent for its Senior State Government Relations Manager in the Southern Region of the United States. Reporting to the Director of State Government Relations, this position assists in developing, communicating, and clarifying the Foundation’s stance on legislation, regulations, and other proposals to state lawmakers, regulators, and government officials. This role monitors legislative and regulatory activities, identifies relevant areas for the Foundation, and maintains strategic relationships with state elected officials and agency staff. This individual’s legislative portfolio will cover the Southern Region of the United States. Preference will be given to candidates based in AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WV.
Requirements
- Relevant experience working in state government affairs, public policy, public relations, political campaigns, trade association, nonprofit organization or a related role
- Ability to register as a state lobbyist in multiple states
- Strong organization and time management skills, acute attention to detail, and knowledge of MS Office (including Excel, PowerPoint and Word) are essential
- Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into compelling, actionable insights, and an understanding of the political landscape
- Demonstrated ability to research and grasp complex policy issues. History of effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills evidenced in part through successful presentations
- Resourceful, results oriented, team-player
- Ability to collaborate with team members to accomplish project goals and also be able to operate independently and take on projects proactively
Nice To Haves
- Relevant experience working directly with state lawmakers is preferred
- Working knowledge of SharePoint, Quorum, and Salesforce
Responsibilities
- Develop, communicate, and explain the Foundation’s position on legislation, regulations, and other proposals to state lawmakers, regulators, and other government officials, with oversight and supervision from manager
- Manage a portfolio of states within assigned territory in the country
- Lead legislative and regulatory priorities and identify areas of importance to the Foundation
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with state lawmakers, staff, and agencies
- Draft written testimony, talking points, briefings, and PowerPoint Presentations for various audiences. Provide in-person and remote legislative testimony before legislative committees and external stakeholder organizations including but not limited to, other Parkinson’s organizations and non-Parkinson’s organizations
- Stay informed about legislative and regulatory developments at the state level that may impact the Foundation’s community. Conduct thorough analysis to assess potential implications and inform strategic advocacy efforts
- Develop subject matter expertise on a range of policy issues that impact the Parkinson’s community
- Work in a team environment in conjunction with the Foundation’s Advocacy team toward more “in-state” policy-oriented events such as Lobby Days and coordinated coalition efforts with the patient community
- Duties may include assistance with planning and logistics regarding policy-related events and webinars
- Support creating and maintaining strong relationships with other research, healthcare, and patient organizations. As assigned, serve as the Foundation’s representative in various coalitions and work groups
- Develop and build relationships for coalition engagement opportunities to support overall government relations priorities
- Attend staff meetings, internal and external coalition group meetings, support and/or manage other duties as they are assigned
- Ensure compliance with relevant lobbying and disclosure requirements, and accurately report on advocacy activities, expenditures, and outcomes
Benefits
- 15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)
- Competitive dental and vision plans
- 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employer paid life and disability insurance
- 18 Vacation Days
- 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days
- 2 Personal Days
- summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm)
- a summer holiday week over July 4
- Flexible work environment
- discretionary bonus on an annual basis
- staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
