JFF
Senior Director, Government Affairs (Apply By: Wednesday, January 1, 2025)
JFF, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
About JFF
Jobs for the Future (JFF) drives transformation of the U.S. education and workforce systems to achieve equitable economic advancement for all. Our goal is to align education, workforce, and employment changemakers toward a shared North Star: By 2033, 75 million people facing systemic barriers to advancement will work in quality jobs.
To achieve that goal, we design solutions, scale best practices, influence policy and action, and invest in innovation. With a staff of more than 300 people across the country, we operate at the national, state, and local levels, forging deep partnerships with employers, investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and education and workforce development providers.
About JFF’s Policy and Advocacy Team
JFF’s Policy and Advocacy team generates nonpartisan, practice-informed policy solutions focused on economic advancement for all. Our policy experts synthesize research, evidence, and input from practitioners and policymakers to inform critical national and state policy development.
About the Position
The Senior Director, Government Affairs will play a critical role in advancing JFF’s policy agenda by driving legislative and executive engagement, developing policy proposals, and strengthening JFF’s relationships with federal policymakers and key agencies.
What You’ll Do
Develop and implement JFF’s federal government relations strategy to influence legislative and regulatory policy outcomes.
Draft legislative language, amendments, and prepare detailed policy proposals to advance JFF’s priorities.
Establish and maintain relationships with Congressional staff, administrative staff, and other policymakers.
Monitor and analyze federal legislation, regulatory developments, and appropriations processes.
Provide rapid response analysis of bills and policy proposals.
Model JFF’s commitment to DEI.
Bring an entrepreneurial mindset to JFF’s policy work.
Who You Are
You bring prior experience developing and executing complex advocacy strategies within the federal education and workforce policy space, with 8+ years of direct experience on Capitol Hill.
You have a track record of success with federal government relations.
You bring a deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
You have strong relationships with federal policymakers.
You are collaborative and thrive on working directly with others.
You are skilled at convening stakeholders.
You have exceptional organizational skills.
You are a strong writer.
You thrive in a fast-paced environment.
You model inclusive leadership and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion.
What We Offer
At JFF, we provide a gratifying work experience, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits program. JFF has offices in Boston, Oakland, and Washington, DC; employees can work in-person, hybrid, or completely remote.
The hiring range for this role is $140,000 - $175,000 annually. Starting salaries will be determined based on relevant experience and market demands.
To Apply
As part of your application, please include your resume and a thoughtful cover letter, addressed to Karishma Merchant, AVP of Policy & Advocacy, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position.
We are accepting applications through
5pm EST on January 1, 2025 . Applications submitted by that date will be reviewed and candidates will receive updates on their candidacy by the week of January 6, 2025.
At JFF, we’re committed to accessibility. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, please contact us at
hiringaccommodations@jff.org .
Positions at JFF are not eligible for employer-visa sponsorship.
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Jobs for the Future (JFF) drives transformation of the U.S. education and workforce systems to achieve equitable economic advancement for all. Our goal is to align education, workforce, and employment changemakers toward a shared North Star: By 2033, 75 million people facing systemic barriers to advancement will work in quality jobs.
To achieve that goal, we design solutions, scale best practices, influence policy and action, and invest in innovation. With a staff of more than 300 people across the country, we operate at the national, state, and local levels, forging deep partnerships with employers, investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and education and workforce development providers.
About JFF’s Policy and Advocacy Team
JFF’s Policy and Advocacy team generates nonpartisan, practice-informed policy solutions focused on economic advancement for all. Our policy experts synthesize research, evidence, and input from practitioners and policymakers to inform critical national and state policy development.
About the Position
The Senior Director, Government Affairs will play a critical role in advancing JFF’s policy agenda by driving legislative and executive engagement, developing policy proposals, and strengthening JFF’s relationships with federal policymakers and key agencies.
What You’ll Do
Develop and implement JFF’s federal government relations strategy to influence legislative and regulatory policy outcomes.
Draft legislative language, amendments, and prepare detailed policy proposals to advance JFF’s priorities.
Establish and maintain relationships with Congressional staff, administrative staff, and other policymakers.
Monitor and analyze federal legislation, regulatory developments, and appropriations processes.
Provide rapid response analysis of bills and policy proposals.
Model JFF’s commitment to DEI.
Bring an entrepreneurial mindset to JFF’s policy work.
Who You Are
You bring prior experience developing and executing complex advocacy strategies within the federal education and workforce policy space, with 8+ years of direct experience on Capitol Hill.
You have a track record of success with federal government relations.
You bring a deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
You have strong relationships with federal policymakers.
You are collaborative and thrive on working directly with others.
You are skilled at convening stakeholders.
You have exceptional organizational skills.
You are a strong writer.
You thrive in a fast-paced environment.
You model inclusive leadership and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion.
What We Offer
At JFF, we provide a gratifying work experience, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits program. JFF has offices in Boston, Oakland, and Washington, DC; employees can work in-person, hybrid, or completely remote.
The hiring range for this role is $140,000 - $175,000 annually. Starting salaries will be determined based on relevant experience and market demands.
To Apply
As part of your application, please include your resume and a thoughtful cover letter, addressed to Karishma Merchant, AVP of Policy & Advocacy, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position.
We are accepting applications through
5pm EST on January 1, 2025 . Applications submitted by that date will be reviewed and candidates will receive updates on their candidacy by the week of January 6, 2025.
At JFF, we’re committed to accessibility. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, please contact us at
hiringaccommodations@jff.org .
Positions at JFF are not eligible for employer-visa sponsorship.
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