Vice President for Government Affairs
Vice President for Government Affairs
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Job Description
Posting Description
VICE PRESIDENT FOR GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS Office of the President to serve as the Presidents senior advisor on all matters related to MITs engagement with the federal and local government. Responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive strategic plan for government relations that align with the Institutes strategic goals and advance educational research and policy interests; work with the Presidents senior team to develop an overall strategy that supports MITs mission and values taking into account MITs lobbying efforts communications work and legal strategies; build and cultivate relationships with federal officials policy makers and other stakeholders; advise MITs leadership team on federal legislative and regulatory issues in areas such as research policy immigration and federal funding; oversee the community relations function and ensure MITs involvement in regional initiatives; represent the Institute in public forums legislative hearings and community events and serve as a key spokesperson; and establish metrics to assess the effectiveness of the Institutes federal and local engagement.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: Bachelors degree in public administration public policy higher education administration or a related field; a minimum of fifteen years combined experience in higher education administration government public affairs or a closely related field; indepth knowledge of government processes and structures policymaking and legislative affairs; exceptional leadership and management skills; ability to represent the Institute in forums with diplomacy skill and patience; outstanding written and verbal communication skills and public speaking/presentation ability; and excellent collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across MIT to align government strategies with broader institutional goals. PREFERRED: Masters degree; and experience working with or in the nonprofit or education sector. Job #24867
Reopened 2/26/2025
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
