Vice President, Political Affairs Greater Washington D.C. Area

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Political Affairs to lead advocacy efforts across political action, grassroots engagement, and champion development. The role includes developing fundraising and engagement strategies, strengthening member participation in the legislative process, and building relationships between industry stakeholders and policymakers. The successful candidate will plan advocacy events and campaigns, coordinate with government relations and policy teams, and track engagement and legislative outcomes. The position also supervises a senior manager and ensures political, fundraising, and event activities comply with applicable regulations and ethics requirements. Candidates should have 10–15 years of experience in advocacy, campaigns, political action committees, or grassroots work; association political action experience is preferred. Strong understanding of the legislative process, political judgment, and the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders are important. Excellent written and oral communication, collaboration, leadership, mentoring, and problem-solving skills are required. An undergraduate degree in political science, public policy, communications, or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.

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