Manager – State Advocacy

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

📋 Description

• Monitoring & Tracking: Maintain an organized and updated daily bill tracking system focused on state and federal legislative developments.

• Strategic Planning: Assist in the formulation and implementation of the organization's policy objectives and long-term advocacy strategies.

• Content Creation: Draft and refine policy memos, letters, talking points, reports, and resources for public advocacy.

• Partnerships: Develop and nurture robust relationships with other non-profits, government officials, stakeholders, and key offices to enhance advocacy efforts.

• Public Representation: Act as a representative for LGBTQ+ youth by participating as a speaker at panels, conferences, and meetings.

• Community Education: Inform policymakers, stakeholders, and the public about LGBTQ+ policies and suicide prevention initiatives.

• Cross-Team Alignment: Collaborate with internal team partners within Advocacy and other departments to ensure project coherence.

• Project Management: Manage multiple short- and long-term projects with a keen attention to detail and strong follow-up capabilities.

• Team Leadership: Train, supervise, and guide volunteers and interns.

• Uphold fair, ethical, and equitable business practices.

• Demonstrate eagerness to learn, share knowledge appropriately, and pursue continuous improvement.

• Exhibit effective planning and problem-solving abilities, including multitasking and functioning well under tight deadlines.

• Collaborate, communicate, and work effectively with others.

• Show meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.

• Commit to fostering and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in legislative analysis, drafting, and amendment strategy within a state legislative or similar setting for 3-5 years. Familiarity with technology and appropriations policy at this level is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to various audiences in written, spoken, and presentation formats for 3-5 years.

• Experience in establishing trusted, productive, long-term relationships within organizations and with external partners to collaborate on advocacy initiatives at local, state, and national levels, particularly with marginalized communities (e.g., LGBTQ+ individuals, communities of color, and people with disabilities).

• A strong commitment to LGBTQ rights, youth mental health, or crisis intervention advocacy, along with a desire to increase support for LGBTQ rights among diverse audiences.

• Proficiency in:

• - Legislative Tracking Software: At least 1 year of proven experience using legislative trackers to monitor a high volume of daily policy activities.

• - Google Suite Products: Familiarity with the Google platform, including Google Docs, Sheets, and Presentations.

• - Grassroots activation technology: Experience using emails and SMS messaging through platforms like MailChimp and text messaging services to mobilize grassroots advocacy efforts.

• - Cultural Competency: A nuanced understanding of the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals and/or youth mental health, along with a passion for learning more about marginalized identities and applying this awareness to all work.

• High emotional intelligence, integrity, discretion, and the ability to establish trust across diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Proficient in spoken and written English.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including plans that address various gender affirmation needs.

• Access to mental health resources, including virtual care and a range of in-network and out-of-network support options.

• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match, vesting over three years.

• Generous paid time off and company holidays to facilitate rest and rejuvenation.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential emotional support, work-life solutions, financial and legal guidance, and online resources.

• Flexibility for remote work from anywhere in the continental U.S., Alaska, or Hawaii, with provided technology, a reimbursement for home office setup, and a monthly internet reimbursement.