Federal Government Relations Manager

Job Summary

To support the development and execution of federal policy and government relations strategy, the full-time Federal Government Relations Manager will manage direct lobbying efforts, engage with stakeholders, and coordinate federal engagement initiatives, primarily based in the greater Washington D.C. metro area with occasional travel to New York.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain relationships with Congressional staff and support direct lobbying efforts
• Coordinate the federal government relations team's engagement strategy aligned with policy priorities
• Support management of relationships with coalitions and partner organizations to advance policy goals

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of government relations, Capitol Hill, and federal agencies
• Demonstrated understanding of the federal legislative process, including appropriations and authorizing pathways
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to register as a federal lobbyist or willingness to do so
• Analytical skills for monitoring policy developments and contributing to recommendations