Planned Parenthood Great Plains
Director of Legislative Affairs and Organizing
Planned Parenthood Great Plains, Overland Park, Kansas, United States, 66213
Planned Parenthood Great Plains has provided access to sexual and reproductive health care since 1935. The high-quality, expert, and compassionate care we provide is shown through our empathetic and supportive staff members. Past challenges, and those we face today, have served only to solidify PPGP’s commitment to our patients and the community. We continue to reflect on the progress we have made over the last eight decades and look forward to continuing our efforts to secure a world of informed reproductive freedom. Join our dedicated team and “Care. No matter what.”
The Director of Legislative Affairs and Organizing is responsible for developing and implementing legislative, organizing, and electoral strategy, and public policy programs. Additionally, building and solidifying relationships with legislators in four states, working with state agencies to ensure the protection of Planned Parenthood’s interests, representing PPGP/PPGPV in pro-sexual and reproductive health coalitions and other progressive coalitions, overseeing PAC activities, and supervising External Affairs staff, interns and volunteers is all critical work. The incumbent assists in administrative duties, fundraising, and special events, and work closely with members of PPGP’s Development, Education and Communications teams. A collaborative style, strong work ethic, and enthusiasm for building bridges between staff, Board, donors and other key stakeholders are essential.
Accountabilities
Public Policy
Develops and implements PPGP’s legislative affairs strategic plans for Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas and Oklahoma and activities in coordination with other Planned Parenthood departments and/or coalition groups. Monitors local, state and federal legislative or regulatory actions that impact the delivery of services.
Directs the development of grassroots lobbying activities in the capitol, including coalition lobby days and smaller scale affiliate grassroots contacts with legislators. Maintains database of legislators’ positions on Planned Parenthood issues and their voting records.
Provides advice and direction to Planned Parenthood staff and volunteers concerning the need for direct involvement with the legislature and for testimony by affiliate staff or others on behalf of Planned Parenthood.
Lobbying
Supervises and supports lobbying staff and external partners. Stays informed of bill status, hearings, vote counts, anti-choice activity, voting records through regular updates.
Participates in lobby days and supports direct lobbying of elected officials on behalf of PPGP’s and PPGPV’s interests and on legislation that impact PPGPV’s and PPGPV’s provision of services, mission and goals.
Organizing
Directs the development and implementation organizing plans to mobilize and engage PPGP’s and PPGPV’s grassroots activists and volunteers.
Ensures PPGP’s and PPGPV’s websites, action alert pages, and all other external information is current.
Builds and maintains relationships throughout the region and develops staff to do the same.
Planning and Reporting
Assists in developing and implementing the PPGP strategic plan and manages the reporting processes external affairs programs and activities.
Facilitates weekly check-ins, monthly and quarterly calls, and bi-annual face-to-face meetings with organizers to review reports and conduct plan evaluation and training.
Assists in the facilitation of annual reporting and planning meetings/calls.
Financial Management
Assists with budget development in consultation with senior leaders.
Participates in drafting grant proposals related to public affairs projects and activities in consultation with Development and prepares relevant grant reports as required by funders.
Oversees accurate and timely reporting of all PPGPV staff time and expenses to the Finance department per IRS guidelines.
Partnership Management
Represents PPGP/PPGPV at pro-sexual and reproductive health coalition tables and on appropriate committees in all four states and nationally and keeps senior leaders and the President/CEO informed of their activities through regular updates.
Coordinates PPGP/PPGPV’s public policy, legislative, and political activities and strategies with other pro-sexual and reproductive health coalition organizations and PPFA when appropriate.
PPGPV and Electoral Duties
Develops and implements state electoral plans in consultation with PPGP’s senior leaders.
Leads PPGPV candidate recruitment efforts and works closely with other progressive coalition partners to identify pro-sexual and reproductive health candidates. Assists both partnering organizations and candidates in articulating a pro-Planned Parenthood message.
Stays abreast of current 501(c)(3) and 501(c)4 IRS and PPFA guidelines and informs other internal partners of changes.
Manages PPGPV and PPGPV PAC reporting according to legal regulations in each state.
Media and Communications Duties
Coordinates appropriate media contacts and activities with media/press in the state capitols in consultation with the Director of Communications and Marketing, and acts as PPGP/PPGPV spokesperson when appropriate.
Assists with the development and implementation of media and communications strategies in consultation with Development, Communications and Marketing, and statewide, external teams.
Assists in the preparation of written materials including correspondence, reports, talking points, and media and advocacy documents as needed and distributes them to appropriate audiences.
Competencies
Information Seeking:
Ability to recognize the need to gather data from a variety of sources to expand understanding of a complex issue, conducts the search for the information, evaluates the results and constructs a plan of action based on the data.
Decision Making -
Evaluates data and courses of action using an unbiased and rational approach and makes timely decisions that are well reasoned and effective.
Strategic Thinking -
Considers longer-term goals and thinks broadly and with a future-orientation.
Influencing Others -
Understands others’ perspectives and needs, identifies common goals, and presents compelling arguments.
Relationship Building:
Attends to language, tone, and nonverbal cues to gain insights into others’ needs, feelings, and perspectives and adjusts own behavior accordingly. Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect to achieve shared results.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion : Demonstrates a commitment to equity and inclusion through observable behaviors, setting the example for team members, and participating in affiliate initiatives.
Drive for Results : Demonstrates determination, persistence, and a commitment to producing results that exceed expectations.
Communication:
Knowledgeable of effective and appropriate communication patterns and the ability to use and adapt that knowledge in various contexts; includes verbal and written communications.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in political science, communications, or business from a four-year college or university or five to seven years related experience and/or training.
2-4 years supervisory experience
Experience in legislative affairs or advocacy required, preferably for multiple states.
Demonstrated experience in mobilizing a team to accomplish challenging goals.
Media relations experience preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; including the ability to present materials/position in a public forum with the ability to withstand opposition without losing composure.
Starting salary range is $92,000 - $115,000
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Commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI)
PPGP is wholly committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We firmly commit to the creation of an environment that values racial equity, diversity, and inclusion, where all individuals feel they are treated fairly, respectfully, and are empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. Our commitment is essential to PPGP’s mission of ensuring reproductive freedom as a fundamental right for all individuals. We are committed to supporting employees, applicants, patients, volunteers and vendors with diverse backgrounds. Our vision is to foster a workplace culture that is a safe space where all employees feel included and comfortable sharing their experiences. We demonstrate our commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion when we:
Demonstrate and Expect Transparency and Accountability
Educate and Support the Development of our PPGP community
Practice Effective Communication
Foster Trust by Being Responsive to the Needs of our PPGP community
Demonstrate the Use of Inclusive Practices
Display the Ability to Cultivate Belonging
EOE/AA—PPGP is an equal-opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQIA+.
THE WORK OF PPGP
Planned Parenthood Great Plains has been a leading provider of sexual and reproductive health care for more than 85 years, serving women, men, and families in communities across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Each year, we provide care to more than 30,000 people across our four-state region through in-clinic and telehealth appointments. We believe that every person deserves to have access to the resources and information they need in order to make decisions about their own health.
PPGP serves people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse needs. PPGP’s medical staff includes board certified OB/GYN and family medicine physicians, as well as advanced practice clinicians including nurse practitioners and physician assistants. PPGP’s clinicians provide sexual and reproductive health care, perform examinations, and diagnose and treat infections. PPGP also provides comprehensive, age-appropriate sex education, and our sister corporation, Planned Parenthood Great Plains Votes, is a leading advocate for the sexual and reproductive rights of people in our region.
PPGP believes that diversity in identity and perspective enriches our agency and allows us to better serve our clients. We are committed to workforce diversity and aspire to reflect the communities we serve. We encourage all individuals to share their pronouns during interviews and meetings. To that end, we strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups to apply.
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The Director of Legislative Affairs and Organizing is responsible for developing and implementing legislative, organizing, and electoral strategy, and public policy programs. Additionally, building and solidifying relationships with legislators in four states, working with state agencies to ensure the protection of Planned Parenthood’s interests, representing PPGP/PPGPV in pro-sexual and reproductive health coalitions and other progressive coalitions, overseeing PAC activities, and supervising External Affairs staff, interns and volunteers is all critical work. The incumbent assists in administrative duties, fundraising, and special events, and work closely with members of PPGP’s Development, Education and Communications teams. A collaborative style, strong work ethic, and enthusiasm for building bridges between staff, Board, donors and other key stakeholders are essential.
Accountabilities
Public Policy
Develops and implements PPGP’s legislative affairs strategic plans for Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas and Oklahoma and activities in coordination with other Planned Parenthood departments and/or coalition groups. Monitors local, state and federal legislative or regulatory actions that impact the delivery of services.
Directs the development of grassroots lobbying activities in the capitol, including coalition lobby days and smaller scale affiliate grassroots contacts with legislators. Maintains database of legislators’ positions on Planned Parenthood issues and their voting records.
Provides advice and direction to Planned Parenthood staff and volunteers concerning the need for direct involvement with the legislature and for testimony by affiliate staff or others on behalf of Planned Parenthood.
Lobbying
Supervises and supports lobbying staff and external partners. Stays informed of bill status, hearings, vote counts, anti-choice activity, voting records through regular updates.
Participates in lobby days and supports direct lobbying of elected officials on behalf of PPGP’s and PPGPV’s interests and on legislation that impact PPGPV’s and PPGPV’s provision of services, mission and goals.
Organizing
Directs the development and implementation organizing plans to mobilize and engage PPGP’s and PPGPV’s grassroots activists and volunteers.
Ensures PPGP’s and PPGPV’s websites, action alert pages, and all other external information is current.
Builds and maintains relationships throughout the region and develops staff to do the same.
Planning and Reporting
Assists in developing and implementing the PPGP strategic plan and manages the reporting processes external affairs programs and activities.
Facilitates weekly check-ins, monthly and quarterly calls, and bi-annual face-to-face meetings with organizers to review reports and conduct plan evaluation and training.
Assists in the facilitation of annual reporting and planning meetings/calls.
Financial Management
Assists with budget development in consultation with senior leaders.
Participates in drafting grant proposals related to public affairs projects and activities in consultation with Development and prepares relevant grant reports as required by funders.
Oversees accurate and timely reporting of all PPGPV staff time and expenses to the Finance department per IRS guidelines.
Partnership Management
Represents PPGP/PPGPV at pro-sexual and reproductive health coalition tables and on appropriate committees in all four states and nationally and keeps senior leaders and the President/CEO informed of their activities through regular updates.
Coordinates PPGP/PPGPV’s public policy, legislative, and political activities and strategies with other pro-sexual and reproductive health coalition organizations and PPFA when appropriate.
PPGPV and Electoral Duties
Develops and implements state electoral plans in consultation with PPGP’s senior leaders.
Leads PPGPV candidate recruitment efforts and works closely with other progressive coalition partners to identify pro-sexual and reproductive health candidates. Assists both partnering organizations and candidates in articulating a pro-Planned Parenthood message.
Stays abreast of current 501(c)(3) and 501(c)4 IRS and PPFA guidelines and informs other internal partners of changes.
Manages PPGPV and PPGPV PAC reporting according to legal regulations in each state.
Media and Communications Duties
Coordinates appropriate media contacts and activities with media/press in the state capitols in consultation with the Director of Communications and Marketing, and acts as PPGP/PPGPV spokesperson when appropriate.
Assists with the development and implementation of media and communications strategies in consultation with Development, Communications and Marketing, and statewide, external teams.
Assists in the preparation of written materials including correspondence, reports, talking points, and media and advocacy documents as needed and distributes them to appropriate audiences.
Competencies
Information Seeking:
Ability to recognize the need to gather data from a variety of sources to expand understanding of a complex issue, conducts the search for the information, evaluates the results and constructs a plan of action based on the data.
Decision Making -
Evaluates data and courses of action using an unbiased and rational approach and makes timely decisions that are well reasoned and effective.
Strategic Thinking -
Considers longer-term goals and thinks broadly and with a future-orientation.
Influencing Others -
Understands others’ perspectives and needs, identifies common goals, and presents compelling arguments.
Relationship Building:
Attends to language, tone, and nonverbal cues to gain insights into others’ needs, feelings, and perspectives and adjusts own behavior accordingly. Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect to achieve shared results.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion : Demonstrates a commitment to equity and inclusion through observable behaviors, setting the example for team members, and participating in affiliate initiatives.
Drive for Results : Demonstrates determination, persistence, and a commitment to producing results that exceed expectations.
Communication:
Knowledgeable of effective and appropriate communication patterns and the ability to use and adapt that knowledge in various contexts; includes verbal and written communications.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in political science, communications, or business from a four-year college or university or five to seven years related experience and/or training.
2-4 years supervisory experience
Experience in legislative affairs or advocacy required, preferably for multiple states.
Demonstrated experience in mobilizing a team to accomplish challenging goals.
Media relations experience preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; including the ability to present materials/position in a public forum with the ability to withstand opposition without losing composure.
Starting salary range is $92,000 - $115,000
________________________________________
Commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI)
PPGP is wholly committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We firmly commit to the creation of an environment that values racial equity, diversity, and inclusion, where all individuals feel they are treated fairly, respectfully, and are empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. Our commitment is essential to PPGP’s mission of ensuring reproductive freedom as a fundamental right for all individuals. We are committed to supporting employees, applicants, patients, volunteers and vendors with diverse backgrounds. Our vision is to foster a workplace culture that is a safe space where all employees feel included and comfortable sharing their experiences. We demonstrate our commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion when we:
Demonstrate and Expect Transparency and Accountability
Educate and Support the Development of our PPGP community
Practice Effective Communication
Foster Trust by Being Responsive to the Needs of our PPGP community
Demonstrate the Use of Inclusive Practices
Display the Ability to Cultivate Belonging
EOE/AA—PPGP is an equal-opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQIA+.
THE WORK OF PPGP
Planned Parenthood Great Plains has been a leading provider of sexual and reproductive health care for more than 85 years, serving women, men, and families in communities across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Each year, we provide care to more than 30,000 people across our four-state region through in-clinic and telehealth appointments. We believe that every person deserves to have access to the resources and information they need in order to make decisions about their own health.
PPGP serves people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse needs. PPGP’s medical staff includes board certified OB/GYN and family medicine physicians, as well as advanced practice clinicians including nurse practitioners and physician assistants. PPGP’s clinicians provide sexual and reproductive health care, perform examinations, and diagnose and treat infections. PPGP also provides comprehensive, age-appropriate sex education, and our sister corporation, Planned Parenthood Great Plains Votes, is a leading advocate for the sexual and reproductive rights of people in our region.
PPGP believes that diversity in identity and perspective enriches our agency and allows us to better serve our clients. We are committed to workforce diversity and aspire to reflect the communities we serve. We encourage all individuals to share their pronouns during interviews and meetings. To that end, we strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups to apply.
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