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AAA · 1 day ago

Manager, Public Affairs & Advocacy

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

7+ years exp

AAA Mountain West Group is seeking a Manager, Public Affairs and Advocacy to lead their advocacy and education initiatives. This role involves planning and executing multi-channel public affairs campaigns to promote AAA's policy positions and engage with diverse stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Lead the strategy, development, and implementation of high-impact advocacy and education campaigns to promote AAA’s policy positions and key business initiatives (e.g., road safety, impaired driving prevention, Slow Down, Move Over)

Own the project management cycle for all advocacy efforts, managing the process from initial planning and analysis through implementation and comprehensive post-campaign review

Lead and mentor a direct report focusing on advocacy and public affairs campaigns

Foster and maintain relationships with a wide range of external partners, including advocacy coalitions, member organizations, and grassroots partnerships across AAA MWG footprint

Partner with internal teams (e.g., Marketing, Road Service, Internal Communications) on key initiatives to create compelling narratives and messaging (fact sheets, talking points, social media content) that resonate with diverse audiences across traditional, digital, and social media channels

Manage advocacy programs for AAA MWG, leveraging Foundation research to increase awareness and campaign analytics to track effectiveness

Deliver metric insights and recommendations to the Government Affairs Director to help strategize the path forward and allocate resources effectively

Qualification

Advocacy Campaign ManagementStrategic PlanningProject ManagementData AnalysisPublic Policy KnowledgeWritten CommunicationRelationship BuildingLeadershipMentoringCollaborationOrganizational Skills

Required

Proven experience leading the strategy, development, and implementation of advocacy campaigns (traditional, digital, and social media)

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including persuasive writing and compelling narrative development for diverse audiences

Proven ability to lead and mentor staff, demonstrating impact and influence

Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and diverse communities

Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Ability to analyze complex information quickly, interpret data, and develop effective advocacy strategies

Experience with project management and familiarity with advocacy campaign strategies to measure results and effectiveness

Experience in a leadership or supervisory role, including mentoring staff or managing direct reports

Knowledge of Public Policy and Government Relations landscape

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Communications, Public Policy, or a related field

7-10 years of experience in advocacy, public affairs, campaign management, or government relations, with a demonstrated track record of success

Preferred

Experience with social impact, safety, or transportation issues is a plus

Benefits

401k Matching – $1 for $1 company match up to 6% of eligible earnings per pay period

Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, wellness program and more!

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off – Team Members accrue paid time off monthly. Depending on position, an additional 24 hours per year are earmarked for volunteer activities.

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AAA Product Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement Program