Coalition Manager – Government Affairs

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Create and execute a thorough coalition engagement strategy in collaboration with Gordian leadership and the Government and Regulatory Affairs team.

• Identify, assess, and prioritize external political affiliations, trade organizations, advocacy groups, and stakeholder networks.

• Act as a representative for Gordian to significant coalitions, associations, and stakeholder groups.

• Pursue positions on relevant committees and working groups.

• Establish and nurture relationships with coalition political and executive leadership.

• Provide updates and strategic advice to senior company leadership.

• Prepare briefings and reports for executive-level audiences.

• Facilitate internal decision-making regarding coalition participation, policy stances, and stakeholder partnerships.

• Lead the annual coalition planning and strategy review process.

• Ensure alignment across business units and external-facing teams.

• Monitor political, legislative, regulatory, and industry developments that influence company strategy and coalition priorities.

• Define success metrics and track coalition performance, outcomes, and return on investment.

• Oversee stakeholder engagement campaigns to successful conclusions.

• Promote policy, regulatory, and business objectives through coalition activities.

• Enhance organizational influence and visibility within key stakeholder communities.

• Identify and manage emerging stakeholder opportunities and risks.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree is required.

• Experience in working with trade associations, political organizations, advocacy groups, or industry coalitions.

• Proven experience in developing and managing external stakeholder or coalition strategies.

• Strong knowledge of legislative, regulatory, and political processes.

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with senior external stakeholders.

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong strategic thinking, project management, and organizational skills.

• Ability to influence and coordinate efforts across various internal and external stakeholders.

• Unquestionable integrity and values.

• Willingness to travel as necessary.

• Experience in coalition engagement is essential.

• Familiarity with legislative, regulatory, or government procurement processes is preferred.

• Experience with contractor or labor organizations is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• LTD insurance

• HSA

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Equal opportunity employer

• Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities