Manager – Political Affairs

Role Overview

• The Manager, Political and External Affairs plays a critical role in advancing EEI’s federal political engagement strategy by supporting the Senior Director across three core areas: PAC fundraising, industry event management, and political programming.
• The Manager serves as the internal lead for PowerPAC fundraising, driving engagement from member companies.
• The Manager collaborates closely with the PAC Steering Committee and EEI leadership to meet annual fundraising goals, manage the PowerPAC budget, track performance, and ensure full compliance with all reporting requirements.
• The Manager also produces treasurers reports, maintains donor and disbursement records, and provides background materials to support contribution decision-making.
• Other important responsibilities include assisting in developing PAC campaigns, strengthening relationships, and identifying opportunities to expand PAC participation and visibility; managing the PowerPAC budget, including tracking fundraising totals, monitoring financial activity, preparing candidate disbursements, and supporting PAC Steering Committee operations; preparing treasurers reports and writing detailed memos summarizing political background information, candidate assessments, and related analysis; planning and executing EEI’s major political and industry events, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment with EEI’s advocacy objectives; providing operational, financial, and compliance support to the Senior Director; and administering the charitable PAC match program, ensuring accuracy and timely processing on behalf of EEI employees who contribute to PowerPAC.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Political Science, Communications, Public Policy, or a related field is required.
• 6-8 years of experience in PAC management, political fundraising, political operations, or planning high-level political or industry events is required.
• Demonstrated ability to research, interpret, and analyze political trends and developments.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with experience drafting policy briefs, analytical reports, and background materials for senior leaders, elected officials, or policymakers.
• Strong technical and administrative skills, including proficiency with Office 365 and Microsoft Office applications, and the ability to learn internal accounting and budgeting systems.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to take initiative, manage competing priorities, and complete projects in a timely manner are essential.
• Travel requirement: 10%.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k
• paid time off
• tuition assistance
• wellness incentives and programs
• transportation subsidy
• professional development opportunities