What are the responsibilities and job description for the Government Affairs, Policy and Communications Manager position at Bellevue, Washington?
A Regional Coalition for Housing (ARCH) is dedicated to creating equitable, inclusive communities of opportunity through investment, policy development, program delivery and direct support for people looking for affordable rental and ownership housing.The Government Affairs, Policy and Communications Manager is a senior leadership role, reporting to the Executive Director. The ideal candidate will have a passion for affordable housing policy, a strategic mindset, and a love of working with both internal and external stakeholders to fulfill communications, legislative and intergovernmental initiatives to further ARCH’s mission. The position will serve as a policy and government affairs advisor responsible for implementing state and regional policy and funding strategies, including facilitating an annual process to set ARCH legislative priorities focused on creating more affordable housing faster. The position will also lead ARCH’s communications strategy and deepen its connections to diverse stakeholders including program participants, community members, and the development community. This will include expanding ARCH’s focus on education and engagement to ensure that elected and appointed leaders from ARCH member jurisdictions have the tools to advance shared policy goals. The position will work collaboratively with ARCH and member jurisdiction staff and may have supervisory responsibilities.Policy and Government Affairs : Lead and coordinate annual engagement efforts with ARCH elected and appointed officials and staff, including educational and communications eventsProvide expertise in affordable housing policy and help advise ARCH membersConvene ARCH coalition members to develop targeted legislative priorities related to funding for affordable housing and reducing barriers to affordable housing developmentCollaborate with ARCH members’ government relations and other key personnel to support implementation of identified legislative priorities, including coordination of advocacy efforts, informing strategy and coordinating with relevant partnersMonitor and analyze legislative activity, including rules, bills, and laws relevant to ARCH priorities and programsDraft policy recommendations and talking points that support ARCH coalition prioritiesCommunications : Lead the development of the overall ARCH communication plan and key messages; provide training and support to staff in order to ensure consistent, accurate messagingProvide strategic communications support for ARCH members regarding public policy issuesDevelop and implement communications plans for projects, programs, initiatives, and events, and recommend methods and techniques for implementationCreate external facing ARCH materials for a variety of audiences including elected officials, community members ARCH serves, etc. Materials include annual reports, presentations, and program informationWrite, edit, and proofread content for ARCH’s communications channels. Examples include website and social media content, program promotional and educational materials, video, flyers, and press releasesPrepare and make presentations to city councils and other audiencesKnowledge, Skills, Abilities and CompetenciesGraduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in public policy, public administration, or related field.A minimum of five years of experience in policy, government affairs and communications working on affordable housing, urban planning or related issues Direct experience working on state, federal, and / or local legislative policy is a plusAbility to assess and summarize complex policy proposals, laws, and regulationsExperience communicating complex subject matter and terminology into succinct, accessible information for elected officials and members of the publicSkill in effective, clear and persuasive oral and written communications to individuals and groupsAbility to develop and maintain productive relationships with elected officials, community leaders, advisory boards, the news media, and the general publicUnderstanding of political environments and sensitivities, and ability to function effectively within that environmentSuccess in developing and implementing communications plans for small and large-scale projectsDemonstrated experience working effectively in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment.Commitment to racial equity and social justiceFlexible / Hybrid Working : A hybrid work schedule is available for this position after an orientation period working in the office after hire. Remote work for this position is subject to department's operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Full-time remote work is not an available option. Once hired, employees must reside in the State of Washington and within reasonable commuting distance to ARCH offices.#J-18808-Ljbffr
