What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief of External Relations position at Roosevelt Institute?
To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter as a single document / attachment of no more than 2 pages that details your vision for Roosevelt’s future.
Priority review will be given to applications submitted by Sunday, March 2; the deadline to apply is Sunday, March 9.This is a location-specific position that requires day-to-day work in Washington, DC.About the Roosevelt InstituteThe Roosevelt Institute takes on today’s greatest public policy challenges by advancing bold, cutting-edge research and policy ideas. We believe that the future of the American economy and our democracy depends on a new way of thinking about markets and government—and have successfully engaged with policymakers and the media to inform and shape public debate.The Roosevelt Institute is a think tank, a student network, and the nonprofit partner to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum that, together, are learning from the past and working to redefine our collective future.Our CultureAt Roosevelt, we recognize that the culture of the workplace and opportunities for career growth and development are important to all. We believe that diversity of background and experience among our people make our work to rewrite the rules of our social and economic realities stronger. Roosevelt is an equal opportunity employer.What You’ll DoWe are seeking an experienced strategic leader as our Chief of External Relations (CExRel). The CExRel will report to the Roosevelt Institute’s CEO, developing and executing strategies to ensure that Roosevelt’s actionable influence work is targeted and successful.The CExRel will oversee government affairs and advocacy as well as partner engagement. They will also ensure that traditional communications and owned media work are aligned with an overall external engagement approach.The ideal candidate for this role will have demonstrated expertise in moving big ideas about the political economy into action. They will work with the Institute's fellows and staff to engage federal policymakers in support of our vision of a nation where government plays an active role in creating a more democratic and equitable economy.This role is responsible for three distinct but related areas : Strategy development. The CExRel will lead the development of an external relations strategy by identifying key policy issues; identifying key audiences, especially public officials; and building and strengthening advocacy networks and partnerships.Execution—turning ideas into action. The CExRel will lead an effective and coherent external engagement strategy.Leading Roosevelt Forward. The CExRel will lead the strategy building for Roosevelt Forward, the 501(c)(4) sister organization associated with the Roosevelt Institute.What You’ll Have : Strategic acumen, with a demonstrated record of assessing a landscape and making narrative and policy change happen.15-plus years of increasing professional responsibilities and experience in relevant fields.This is a location-specific position that requires day-to-day work in Washington, DC.
To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter as a single document / attachment of no more than 2 pages that details your vision for Roosevelt’s future.
Priority review will be given to applications submitted by Sunday, March 2; the deadline to apply is Sunday, March 9.The salary range for this role is $230,000–$280,500 annually. The Roosevelt Institute offers excellent benefits.To learn more about the Roosevelt Institute, please visit https : / / rooseveltinstitute.org / .#J-18808-Ljbffr
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