The YMCA of the USA is looking for an incumbent who will cultivate long-term relationships with members of Congress, the White House and Administration, along with state and local officials in order to procure appropriate funding mechanisms for YMCA programs and to establish and execute an integrated YMCA public policy strategy at the federal (and state) level/s. Incumbent will coordinate and support the work of Government Relations federal lobbyists.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Firm understanding of Y-USA Legislative Agenda, with particular emphasis on nonprofit issues
* Coordinate, support and monitor Y-USA Federal Government relations activities
* Cultivate new and mutually beneficial funding opportunities with federal government for Y-USA and local associations
* Position the YMCA as a leader on nonprofit, youth/ family and health and well-being issues
* Serve as an advocate for the Y-USA on the federal, state, regional and local levels of government-but primary responsibility is federal.
* Coordinate advocacy events such as National Advocacy Days, coalition building, lobbying, letter writing and grass roots organizing
* Track legislation and other federal public policy and administrative/regulatory actions of interest to local YMCA constituents and issue development
* Maintain regular interaction with members of congress and their staff
* Contribute to the development of external communications through development of presentations, speeches, and workshops
* Communicate effectively with Resource experts at Y-USA
* Execute communication of positions on proposed laws and regulations as set forth by Chief Government Relations Officer
* Maintain relationships with local YMCA CEOs and volunteers, understanding national vs. local needs
* Provides strategic guidance and coordination of the federal agenda with our staff of experienced lobbyists.
* Ensure that staff have the resources, information, and support to achieve strategic objectives/priorities
* Manage the performance of Intern program using performance goals appropriately

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

* A bachelor's degree is required. A law degree and/or a master's degree in government relations or related field is preferred
* A minimum of ten years experience in government relations/lobbying and/or management positions is required; federal level experience is important
* Must possess 5 or more years management experience
* Must possess the ability to cultivate political relationships and to lobby for the Y-USA interests
* Must possess the ability to delegate assignments and monitor work of Y-USA internal and external lobbyists
* Serve as liaison with Congress, federal government agencies and national organizations
* Proven experience in public speaking is required
* Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory and judicial processes is required
* Knowledge and understanding of the policy and political decision-making process in the nation's capital and state governments is required
* Must possess a demonstrated ability to work well with staff at all levels
* Must possess a demonstrated ability to influence others to achieve objectives
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and internet research
* Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills are required
* Must possess the ability to travel as needed
* Must possess the ability to manage, coach and mentor staff as needed
* Commitment to character development values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility

To Apply:
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