Lead development and execution of state and local legislative strategies.
Build strong relationships with elected officials and partners.
Research policy issues and recommend organizational positions.
Ensure compliance with lobbying, ethics, and campaign finance rules.
Monitor advocacy outcomes and report to leadership and partners.
Direct voter education and civic engagement under 501(c)(3) rules.
Lead 501(c)(4) electoral strategies, including endorsements and coalition work.
Manage annual plans and budgets for electoral and civic engagement activities.
Design innovative voter outreach and mobilization strategies.
Strengthen partnerships with community leaders and advocacy groups.
Develop strategies that integrate grassroots organizing and policy advocacy.
Represent the organization in coalitions and community forums.
Serve on the Public Affairs Senior Leadership Team to align strategies.
Coordinate with PPFA and coalitions to connect state and national strategies.
Act as spokesperson and policy expert on reproductive health and justice.
Ensure compliance with nonprofit, campaign finance, and lobbying regulations.
Track and evaluate results, reporting to boards and leadership.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required in Public Policy, Political Science, Government Affairs, Nonprofit Management, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
7 years of progressive experience in government relations, policy advocacy, political strategy, or nonprofit leadership, including 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired may be considered.
Must have demonstrated supervisory experience.
Must be committed to providing excellent customer service and support the vision and values of Planned Parenthood of WI.
Demonstrated experience with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, shown through political campaigns, community organizing, and/or civic engagement work.
Effective communication skills (written and verbal) to explain public policy issues to staff, elected officials, government administrators, and organizational leaders.
Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes, and ability to communicate about them clearly.
In-depth knowledge of Wisconsin’s reproductive health care delivery system, state and federal policy landscape, and the needs of underserved or marginalized communities
Proven success in organizing communities into action, legislative strategy, coalition-building, and issue advocacy at the state or local level.
Experience developing electoral and civic engagement strategies, including voter education and mobilization campaigns.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, VAN, and Bill Tracker.
Benefits
Company contribution toward medical insurance deductible
Generous Paid Time Off
11 Days of Holiday Pay
Immediate 401(k) Vesting with up to 6% company contribution
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Job title
Director of Strategic Advocacy – Government Relations
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