Chinese American Service League
Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy
Chinese American Service League, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Join CASL as the Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy and Make a Difference
How would you like to drive policy changes that uplift communities and advocate for equitable solutions? Join CASL as our Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy and be the voice that shapes a brighter future for all!
Your Mission:
The Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy is the senior government relations advisor to the CEO, COO, and senior leadership, reporting to the Vice President of Community Impact. The Director plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the Chinese American Service League (CASL) by leading government relations, shaping public policy, and advocating for equitable and inclusive policies at the local, state, and federal levels. This position serves as the primary representative of CASL to elected officials and key stakeholders, building strong relationships and influencing policy decisions that support CASL’s strategic goals. The Director collaborates with internal teams, ensuring CASL’s policy priorities align with its mission to create lasting community impact. Additionally, this role ensures the organization's voice is amplified through advocacy efforts and public policy engagement.
Your Impact:
As the Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy, you will:
Key Responsibilities:
Relationship Building and Advocacy : Cultivate and sustain strategic relationships with government officials, legislative offices, industry partners, and thought leaders. Establish and monitor clear engagement metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of these relationships in influencing public discourse and shaping policies aligned with CASL’s mission.
Strategic Leadership : Provide leadership and oversight on government relations initiatives, setting measurable goals and performance benchmarks to ensure alignment with CASL's strategic objectives.
Legislative and Regulatory Advocacy : Develop, coordinate, implement legislative and regulatory advocacy efforts to advance CASL’s interests at the local, state, and federal levels. Establish clear KPIs to measure the effectiveness of these efforts and regularly report on progress to senior leadership.
Monitoring and Reporting : Monitor, analyze, and report on legislative, budgetary, and administrative agency developments that could affect CASL’s mission and objectives. Set timelines for regular reporting and ensure that all updates to senior leadership include actionable insights and recommendations.
Policy Development and Submission : Support the Director of Policy and Research in drafting and submitting policy comments on behalf of CASL leadership at the city, state, and federal levels.
Advocacy Plan Oversight : Maintain an up-to-date advocacy plan and dashboard tracking relationships with government and civic officials, with specific performance metrics to evaluate the success of these relationships in securing revenue opportunities and achieving organizational goals.
Engagement Strategy : Develop tailored engagement strategies for elected representatives and key government officials, with clear performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of these engagements in advancing CASL’s policy agenda.
Government Affairs Initiatives : Lead CASL's government affairs efforts, advocating for policy issues that impact CASL’s mission and the communities it serves, with a particular focus on the AANHPI and minority sectors.
Monitoring Industry Groups : Oversee and maintain a comprehensive list of industry groups in which CASL participates, ensuring regular evaluation of effectiveness and strategic alignment.
Communications : Effectively navigates complex political and policy issues by providing senior leadership with clear, concise, and actionable communication both internally and externally.
Content Development : Research, gather, and compile information to prepare briefing summaries, reports, blogs, and articles for newsletters and other materials related to legislative and policy developments affecting CASL and the AANHPI/minority community.
Training and Compliance : Complete all required internal and external training, certifications, and ethics courses to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies and best practices in government affairs.
Salesforce Utilization : Ensure relevant interactions with government officials, legislative offices, industry partners, and thought leaders are captured and managed in Salesforce, fostering transparency, collaboration, and long-term relationship-building.
Constituent Record Management : Actively utilize and consistently update CASL’s databases to maintain accurate and comprehensive constituent records, ensuring all outreach efforts are tracked and managed.
Core Values : Demonstrate integrity, collaboration, and stewardship in all advocacy and government affairs efforts, reinforcing CASL's commitment to its mission.
Must Haves - To thrive in this role, you should have:
Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, or a related field required; master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or advocacy, with demonstrated success in leading policy initiatives.
Extensive experience in cultivating relationships and effectively engaging with local, state, and federal government officials, driving impactful legislative and policy initiatives.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, with occasional lifting or moving of objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
Environment and Scheduling:
Standard business hours, Monday through Friday (9:00 am - 5:00 pm), with flexibility to work additional hours, as necessary.
Occasional travel is required for local, state, and national engagements.
Why Choose CASL:
Inclusivity:
Join an organization that values mutual respect and acceptance, fostering a culture of inclusivity.
Empowerment:
Support staff empowerment through skill development and growth opportunities.
Collaboration:
Be part of a workplace that thrives on collaboration and teamwork.
Transformation:
Envision and realize transformative changes in people, processes, and policies.
Resiliency:
Work with a dynamic workforce and model resiliency to achieve collective strengths.
Benefits:
Join CASL and unlock a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your loved ones. As a full-time employee, you'll enjoy a range of options tailored to your needs: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage; Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA); Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Disability Insurance; Voluntary Worksite Benefits, Pet Insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Additionally, our holiday schedule includes New Year’s Day, MLK Day, Chinese New Year, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous People’s Day, Thanksgiving, the Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.
Join Us and Make a Difference:
Join us at CASL, where together, we create a brighter future for our community.
CASL is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
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How would you like to drive policy changes that uplift communities and advocate for equitable solutions? Join CASL as our Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy and be the voice that shapes a brighter future for all!
Your Mission:
The Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy is the senior government relations advisor to the CEO, COO, and senior leadership, reporting to the Vice President of Community Impact. The Director plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the Chinese American Service League (CASL) by leading government relations, shaping public policy, and advocating for equitable and inclusive policies at the local, state, and federal levels. This position serves as the primary representative of CASL to elected officials and key stakeholders, building strong relationships and influencing policy decisions that support CASL’s strategic goals. The Director collaborates with internal teams, ensuring CASL’s policy priorities align with its mission to create lasting community impact. Additionally, this role ensures the organization's voice is amplified through advocacy efforts and public policy engagement.
Your Impact:
As the Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy, you will:
Key Responsibilities:
Relationship Building and Advocacy : Cultivate and sustain strategic relationships with government officials, legislative offices, industry partners, and thought leaders. Establish and monitor clear engagement metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of these relationships in influencing public discourse and shaping policies aligned with CASL’s mission.
Strategic Leadership : Provide leadership and oversight on government relations initiatives, setting measurable goals and performance benchmarks to ensure alignment with CASL's strategic objectives.
Legislative and Regulatory Advocacy : Develop, coordinate, implement legislative and regulatory advocacy efforts to advance CASL’s interests at the local, state, and federal levels. Establish clear KPIs to measure the effectiveness of these efforts and regularly report on progress to senior leadership.
Monitoring and Reporting : Monitor, analyze, and report on legislative, budgetary, and administrative agency developments that could affect CASL’s mission and objectives. Set timelines for regular reporting and ensure that all updates to senior leadership include actionable insights and recommendations.
Policy Development and Submission : Support the Director of Policy and Research in drafting and submitting policy comments on behalf of CASL leadership at the city, state, and federal levels.
Advocacy Plan Oversight : Maintain an up-to-date advocacy plan and dashboard tracking relationships with government and civic officials, with specific performance metrics to evaluate the success of these relationships in securing revenue opportunities and achieving organizational goals.
Engagement Strategy : Develop tailored engagement strategies for elected representatives and key government officials, with clear performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of these engagements in advancing CASL’s policy agenda.
Government Affairs Initiatives : Lead CASL's government affairs efforts, advocating for policy issues that impact CASL’s mission and the communities it serves, with a particular focus on the AANHPI and minority sectors.
Monitoring Industry Groups : Oversee and maintain a comprehensive list of industry groups in which CASL participates, ensuring regular evaluation of effectiveness and strategic alignment.
Communications : Effectively navigates complex political and policy issues by providing senior leadership with clear, concise, and actionable communication both internally and externally.
Content Development : Research, gather, and compile information to prepare briefing summaries, reports, blogs, and articles for newsletters and other materials related to legislative and policy developments affecting CASL and the AANHPI/minority community.
Training and Compliance : Complete all required internal and external training, certifications, and ethics courses to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies and best practices in government affairs.
Salesforce Utilization : Ensure relevant interactions with government officials, legislative offices, industry partners, and thought leaders are captured and managed in Salesforce, fostering transparency, collaboration, and long-term relationship-building.
Constituent Record Management : Actively utilize and consistently update CASL’s databases to maintain accurate and comprehensive constituent records, ensuring all outreach efforts are tracked and managed.
Core Values : Demonstrate integrity, collaboration, and stewardship in all advocacy and government affairs efforts, reinforcing CASL's commitment to its mission.
Must Haves - To thrive in this role, you should have:
Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, or a related field required; master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or advocacy, with demonstrated success in leading policy initiatives.
Extensive experience in cultivating relationships and effectively engaging with local, state, and federal government officials, driving impactful legislative and policy initiatives.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, with occasional lifting or moving of objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
Environment and Scheduling:
Standard business hours, Monday through Friday (9:00 am - 5:00 pm), with flexibility to work additional hours, as necessary.
Occasional travel is required for local, state, and national engagements.
Why Choose CASL:
Inclusivity:
Join an organization that values mutual respect and acceptance, fostering a culture of inclusivity.
Empowerment:
Support staff empowerment through skill development and growth opportunities.
Collaboration:
Be part of a workplace that thrives on collaboration and teamwork.
Transformation:
Envision and realize transformative changes in people, processes, and policies.
Resiliency:
Work with a dynamic workforce and model resiliency to achieve collective strengths.
Benefits:
Join CASL and unlock a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your loved ones. As a full-time employee, you'll enjoy a range of options tailored to your needs: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage; Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA); Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Disability Insurance; Voluntary Worksite Benefits, Pet Insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Additionally, our holiday schedule includes New Year’s Day, MLK Day, Chinese New Year, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous People’s Day, Thanksgiving, the Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.
Join Us and Make a Difference:
Join us at CASL, where together, we create a brighter future for our community.
CASL is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
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