Job description

Director of Public Affairs Programs
The Edward M. Kennedy Institute

The Director of Public Affairs Programs leads the development, planning, and implementation of in-person and virtual all Public Affairs Programs and supports its government relations activities.

Director of Public Affairs Programs Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent record of professional achievement with a demonstrated track record of success and increasing responsibilities
• At least 4-7 years of experience in events, programming, organizing, or politics
• Experience with content development and policy research; ability to effectively identify timely political and policy issues
• Proven ability to support relationships with diverse and high-ranking stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to lead and implement projects and staff independently
• Excellent written communication skills
• Ability to create and maintain working relationships with internal and external team members
• Strong organizational, time management and project management skills
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and effectively solve problems in a fast-paced office
• Demonstrated flexibility and poise working under pressure
• Must be detail-oriented and meticulous with professional standards for task execution
• Enthusiasm and commitment to teamwork
• Passion for promoting civic engagement and healthy political discourse to people of all ages
• Should possess an interest in current federal, state, and local government, related policy news
• A sense of leadership, initiative and ownership of project area
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google workplace applications, Eventbrite, Adobe Design Cloud, and MailChimp; ease of learning additional CRM and design software
• Demonstrates a willingness and ability to work nights and weekends as necessary

Director of Public Affairs Programs Job Responsibilities

• Develop relevant, educational, and engaging content for all Public Affairs Programs
• Work with the Board of Directors for input on Public Affairs Programs
• Lead the organization’s contributions to The Senate Project with partner organizations
• Work closely with the CEO to develop and execute dialogue sessions at the Cape House
• Develop other national dialogue programs in consultation with the Board and CEO
• Conduct outreach to national dialogue experts and strengthen relationships with other entities
• Manage relationships and communications with all program speakers, moderators, event partners, and other program participants
• Lead all necessary planning to determine program needs and assess operational and logistical requirements for production of programs
• Draft all program-related content and communications
• Conduct direct outreach to solicit new and strengthen relationships with partners/prospective partners and to build audiences for individual programs
• Consult and collaborate on marketing and communications strategies to support promotion of Public Affairs Programs
• Solicit, strengthen, and support relationships with programmatic partners
• Oversee state legislative outreach for student visits
• Answer questions and schedule calls with legislators/legislative staff as necessary
• Develop and execute relevant communications to municipal, state and federal officials
• Work with Development team to assist in developing potential sponsors and grantors along with converting Public Affairs Program audiences to members
• Participate in other development activities as needed, as well as Institute-wide events
• Attend external events for networking and visibility purposes
• Manage the budget for all related programs and projects

Who We Are

The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate is dedicated to educating the public about the important role of the Senate in our government, encouraging participatory democracy, invigorating civil discourse, and inspiring the next generation of citizens and leaders to engage in the civic life of their communities.

We at the Kennedy Institute believe that civic education and engagement includes learning about important historic and contemporary policy issues, understanding how the issues are addressed inside and outside our democratic structures of government, and taking action on civic issues in ways that reinforce democratic practices and broaden democratic participation.

The Kennedy Institute strives to provide balanced, transparent, and inclusive civics education experiences that make room for conversations between people of broad ideologies and perspectives in respectful, productive ways.

The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for The United States Senate is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Please, no phone calls. No solicitation calls will be entertained.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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