Habitat for Humanity is a federation of HFHI and more than 1,500 U.S. affiliates. Consequently, it is essential that the Director of Federal Agency Relations understand the needs and priorities of affiliates and work closely with Habitat's U.S. Office staff to effectively represent those needs to federal agencies.
The position will:
Manage HFHI's federal regulatory affairs
Identify legislative impediments or oversights in regulations that govern programs of interest to HFH and seek regulatory solutions and improvements
Collaborate with and seek input from affiliates on regulatory obstacles to their use of federal programs and potential solutions
In connection with federal program enhancements and appropriations, the Director will partner with the Director of US Legislative Affairs to seek programmatic opportunities and adequate appropriations
The position will be responsible for anticipating, indentifying, or creating additional federal policy opportunities to further the work of HFHI and its affiliates
Review the Federal Register regularly to indentify regulatory proposals and federal announcements that impact HFHI and HFH affiliates
Draft and submit comments as appropriate
Develop materials and provide technical assistance for affiliates and US field staff on federal programs of interest
Work as a team member in the Office of Government Relations and Advocacy and work collaboratively with HFHI staff at all levels
Some travel required
Required Skills
Bachelor's Degree
6-10 years related work experience (preferably in working in the Washington DC environment and in the NGO/non-profit sector)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to make quick and effective decisions
Expert management skills
Willingness to work in a team environment
Graduate degree strongly preferred
Ability to interpret governmental regulations and influence federal policy and regulation needed
Jason Walker: jwalker@habitat.org
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 09/22/09
