What are the responsibilities and job description for the Government Affairs Associate [6416] position at Whitman Associates, Inc.?
Government Affairs Associate [6416]
Association seeks a temporary-to-permanent Government Affairs Associate to support policy development and coordinate advocacy efforts.
Association seeks a temporary-to-permanent Government Affairs Associate to support policy development and coordinate advocacy efforts.
Responsibilities:
- Create and develop educational and grassroots training materials, including programming and content for conferences.
- Provide materials to members and assist with inquiries regarding general legislative and grassroots topics.
- Draft and edit action letters and articles on legislative and policy developments.
- Prepare reports, issue briefs and fact sheets.
- Serve as the point of contact for fundraising calls.
- Maintain records of grassroots activities.
- Coordinate meetings and event logistics.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Highly organized and attentive to detail.
- Strong research and analysis skills.
- Professional and positive attitude.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Effectively manages and prioritizes tasks in a fast-paced working environment.
- Understanding of social, economic, and political issues.
- Strong commitment to the organization’s mission.
- Strong software skills and proficiency in MS Office applications.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, or related field.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in policy analysis or program management.
Rate: $20 per hour while temping.
Salary: $55,000 – $65,000 per year once permanent.
Not the right role for you? To be considered for other openings with Whitman Associates Inc, please submit your resume to us directly by emailing resumes@whitmanjobs.com. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to each candidate individually.
Not the right role for you? To be considered for other openings with Whitman Associates Inc, please submit your resume to us directly by emailing resumes@whitmanjobs.com. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to each candidate individually.
About Whitman Associates, Inc.:
At Whitman Associates, Inc., we are celebrating over 50 years of finding the right person for the right job. Contact us today at (202) 659-2111 or resumes@whitmanjobs.com for more information on our temporary, temp to hire and permanent staffing agency services in the D.C. metropolitan area.Whitman Associates is an equal opportunity employer that abides by all relevant federal, state and local laws and regulations. Our D.C. staffing agency refers qualified workers regardless of race, religion, color, age, gender, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000
