Senior Vice President, Government & Community Relations

New York City Economic Development Corporation•New York, NY

About The Position

Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses. Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Senior Vice President (SVP), Government and Community Relations leads short- and long-term government & community affairs initiatives across the full spectrum of NYCEDC’s activities; and serve as a chief strategist to the President’s Office on Government and Community Relations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a related field such as communications, journalism, political science or marketing
At least 10 years of relevant professional experience, including political campaign, journalism, government affairs or public relations
Demonstrated competencies in analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills, negotiation, writing, public speaking, team building and staff development, judgment and decision-making
Proven ability to lead, interact with and coordinate consistent messaging and relationships across diverse and multidisciplinary internal departments, other city agencies and/or external partners
Experience managing direct reports, colleagues and/or consultants as assigned, short or long term as needed
Demonstrated presentation skills, including experience engaging effectively with diverse constituencies, including community and government leaders, and other stakeholders
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing communications strategies
Experience leveraging subject matter research and internal/external relationships to support project work and other campaigns
Extensive experience with New York City land use and public approval processes is critical, as is experience with New York City and New York State legislative and budget processes
Strategic and analytical thinker, capable of seeing and understanding broad and differing perspectives as well as the implications of the big picture
Experience managing and coaching staff
Experience building coalitions among groups with diverse interests
Ability to anticipate problems and devise creative solutions
Comfort interacting with senior management, mayoral officials, and business leaders
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire

Responsibilities

Set operational standards, goals, and strategic initiatives for the Government & Community Relations department
Supervise staff to develop, coordinate, and implement political and community-sensitive development strategies designed to facilitate the successful completion of NYCEDC initiatives
Develop strategies to influence recognition and build a broader profile and reputation for the company
Build and enhance external relationships with a variety of stakeholders and elected officials and staff
Collaborate with the various business units within NYCEDC to develop and implement short-term and long-term strategies, including securing any necessary public approvals for projects
Coordinate the goals and priorities of individual business units within NYCEDC to ensure NYCEDC is consistent in its communications with governmental and non-governmental entities alike
Manage external engagement resources as needed on high level NYCEDC projects to ensure goals are met
Participate in fostering an integrated communications/ event and project planning approach within the External Affairs division
Manage and coach employees; ensure all employees are oriented to their position and provided with appropriate training, development, and continuing education. Monitor performance and provide coaching & feedback on an ongoing basis
Prepare concise, accurate project briefs for budget meetings
Facilitate strong inter-agency communication
Ensure that NYCEDC projects and priorities reflect and complement the priorities of the Office of the Mayor, particularly adjusting project positioning to reflect administration shifts
Enhance NYCEDC’s image and reputation through effective community outreach
Collaborate with NYCEDC Public Affairs and NYCEDC Office of the President to assist in the preparation of senior staff for community events, City Council hearings, and other presentations as required
Other duties as assigned