Alliance Defending Freedom · 19 hours ago
Senior Federal Government Relations Manager
Washington D.C.
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$107K/yr - $171K/yr
5+ years expAlliance Defending Freedom is dedicated to protecting religious freedom and free speech. They are seeking a Senior Federal Government Relations Manager to drive federal policy and legislative efforts, focusing on free speech and global censorship while building alliances with Congress and federal agencies.
Funding PlatformLegalNon ProfitPublic RelationsReligion
Responsibilities
Advocate for and coordinate support of ADF’s positions on federal policy and legislation, with a particular focus on global censorship, tech policy, and free speech
Build, maintain, and leverage strong relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, federal policymakers, and key government and policy allies
Monitor, research, analyze, and evaluate legislative and regulatory developments, including hearings, floor activity, and other congressional actions
Develop and support effective advocacy strategies, including assisting in the preparation of testimony, legislation, position papers, reports, and related materials
Represent ADF at congressional hearings, meetings, and Member and staff events, and engage directly with policymakers and stakeholders through regular in-person and virtual outreach
Facilitate collaboration with internal ADF teams and external allies to advance shared policy and legislative objectives
Travel as needed to meet with policy groups, legislative staff, and other stakeholders to advance advocacy efforts and public engagement
Speak publicly on ADF’s legislative priorities, including media engagement, in coordination with ADF leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be obtained
5+ years of experience working on Capitol Hill (i.e., as legislative staff, preferably on a financial services portfolio)
Knowledge of federal legislative and executive branch processes and procedures
Ability to travel routinely to and from Capitol Hill and other locations in the Washington, D.C. area
Preferred
J.D., active license in at least one US state bar, and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction within one year
Benefits
100% covered medical and dental insurance
Medical and dependent care reimbursement
Paid disability
Long-term care
Life insurance
401(k) plan with a 4% company match
Paid time off
12 paid holidays each year
Company
Alliance Defending Freedom
Alliance Defending Freedom is a legal organization committed to producing religious freedom, free speech, marriage, and family
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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