Government Affairs Manager

Role Overview

• Supporting coordination and execution of cross-departmental government affairs projects, including the lobbying efforts of the OEC Action Fund; lead execution on some campaigns as assigned
• Drafting testimony, legislative analysis, policy recommendations, and advocacy materials
• Collaborating with Development and Communications teams to design and implement civic engagement training and member mobilization strategies
• Developing engagement opportunities tied to government affairs priorities
• Supporting member education and activation around key policy issues
• Representing the organization in legislative and partner forums as required
• Managing the scheduling, meeting preparation, and follow-up for the government affairs team
• Drafting briefs, summaries, and communications to support strategic planning
• Managing the OEC Action Fund Statehouse Scorecard and legislator votes
• Supporting internal communication and tracking of government affairs activities across departments
• Leading the content development for grants management, as needed
• Supporting the lobbying days and fly-in efforts as assigned
• Collaborating with policy teams and VP of Government Affairs to develop and support execution of broad government affairs strategies and tactics

Requirements

• You have at least 3+ years of experience in government affairs, advocacy, public policy, or a related field
• You have demonstrable experience with legislative analysis, policy development, and coalition engagement.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft testimony, policy briefs, and advocacy materials.
• You have effective time management skills, including prioritizing and managing multiple projects independently.
• You have excellent organizational and project management skills, both individually and for a team, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• You have the ability to work collaboratively (across teams) or independently and “fill in the blanks” when needed.
• You have the ability to work effectively with legislators from any political party in furtherance of our mission.
• You are comfortable with facilitating meetings and problem solving with a variety of stakeholders.
• You approach your work with a flexible, positive attitude, and the spirit of “yes”.
• You have the ability to adapt quickly to change.
• You share our commitment to ensuring an inclusive organization that is representative of all Ohioans.

Benefits

• employer-paid health, vision, dental, and life insurance
• flexible and dependent care spending account
• generous paid time off
• paid parental leave
• employer-matched retirement fund