Director, Government Affairs -Family & Caregiving

Responsibilities

Manages a team to meet or exceed organizational advocacy goals at the federal, state, and local government level. Provides strategic counsel and advice to AARP state offices and other internal stakeholders to achieve the organization’s advocacy goals. Identifies and monitors legislative and regulatory issues affecting Americans 50 and older and assists senior leadership with strategic planning to develop successful advocacy plans. Builds and maintains strong relationships with governmental representatives, coalitions, professional associations, and other stakeholders with the goal of advancing and achieving the organization's goals. Represents the organization in media opportunities, social media videos, blog posts, and other collateral to advance an advocacy agenda. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in public policy, social sciences, law, political science, history, project or program management, or other field directly related to the duties of this position. 7 years of relevant work experience including experience in the issue areas of family, caregiving, and / or health. 3 years of management experience with demonstrated ability to manage a team to work across departments to create significant change to improve the organization’s efforts impacting families and family caregivers, including long-term care, food insecurity, and elder justice. Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and politics around aging issues, including healthcare security. Ability and experience encouraging and advising others on ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness; facilitates the implementation and acceptance of change in the workplace. Experience with financial / budget analysis, project management, project leadership, and working in cross-functional teams. Preferred : Master’s degree AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time. Additional Requirements : Regular and reliable job attendance. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships. Independent judgment in evaluation options to make sound decisions. In office / open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise. Hybrid Work Environment AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories. Compensation and Benefits AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement. Equal Employment Opportunity AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.Manages a team to meet or exceed organizational advocacy goals at the federal, state, and local government level. Provides strategic counsel and advice to AARP state offices and other internal stakeholders to achieve the organization’s advocacy goals. Identifies and monitors legislative and regulatory issues affecting Americans 50 and older and assists senior leadership with strategic planning to develop successful advocacy plans. Builds and maintains strong relationships with governmental representatives, coalitions, professional associations, and other stakeholders with the goal of advancing and achieving the organization's goals. Represents the organization in media opportunities, social media videos, blog posts, and other collateral to advance an advocacy agenda.Bachelor’s degree in public policy, social sciences, law, political science, history, project or program management, or other field directly related to the duties of this position. 7 years of relevant work experience including experience in the issue areas of family, caregiving, and / or health. 3 years of management experience with demonstrated ability to manage a team to work across departments to create significant change to improve the organization’s efforts impacting families and family caregivers, including long-term care, food insecurity, and elder justice. Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and politics around aging issues, including healthcare security. Ability and experience encouraging and advising others on ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness; facilitates the implementation and acceptance of change in the workplace. Experience with financial / budget analysis, project management, project leadership, and working in cross-functional teams. Preferred : Master’s degree AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time. Additional Requirements : Regular and reliable job attendance. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships. Independent judgment in evaluation options to make sound decisions. In office / open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise. Hybrid Work Environment AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories. Compensation and Benefits AARP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k); 100% company-funded pension plan; health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; paid time off to include company and individual holidays, vacation, sick, caregiving, and parental leave; performance-based and peer-based recognition and tuition reimbursement. Equal Employment Opportunity AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.