Senior Manager, Policy
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 115000 - 129000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Audubon
The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based community-driven impact dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planets health acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative bipartisan approach across habitats borders and the political spectrum Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at and on Facebook Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Position Summary:
The Senior Policy Manager will lead policy efforts and oversee governmental affairs functions to advance Audubons mission and bird conservation objectives in Washington State. Reporting to Audubons Vice President Washington this role works closely with state and national staff to develop and implement strategic policy agendas initiatives and campaigns.
Under the guidance of the Vice President the Senior Policy Manager will lead the development and execution of our policy agenda and goals that advance Audubons priorities at the state and federal levels focused in the near-term on proactive climate and clean energy policies; private working lands and public land policies that facilitate habitat restoration conservation and protection; and conservation funding. This work includes collaborating with the conservation staff in strategy development and execution of statewide policy agendas and collaboration with Audubons Government Affairs staff on federal policy agendas.
The Senior Policy Manager builds coalitions develops strategic partnerships guides cross-team collaboration and serves as a primary spokesperson and advocate for Audubons policy priorities. This position requires leadership strategic planning and the ability to navigate complex political governmental and stakeholder environments while strengthening grassroots engagement and supporting the organizations broader fundraising efforts.
Compensation:
$115000 - $129000 / year
Additional Job Description
Essential Functions
- Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive policy agenda for Washington ensuring alignment with regional and national priorities.
- Provide advice and input to the Vice President and Audubons Government Affairs team on organizational strategy pertaining to policy matters and engage advisory board members as needed to assist in achieving Audubons policy goals in Washington.
- Build and maintain bipartisan relationships with state-elected officials Tribal governments agencies and local leaders and collaborate with Audubons policy staff to build and cultivate relationships with members of the U.S. Congress to advance our conservation priorities.
- Serve as a primary advocate and spokesperson for Audubons policy positions delivering presentations and representing the organization to legislators regulatory bodies coalitions and public audiences. Serve on issue specific task forces as appropriate.
- Identify and act on policy opportunities in Washington by monitoring legislative and regulatory developments at the state and federal levels.
- Develop and strengthen partnerships coalitions and alliances across diverse constituencies to increase support for Audubons policy goals and priorities in Washington.
- Expand statewide grassroots advocacy capacity by designing engagement strategies collaborating with chapter network manager to provide training and work with chapters and volunteers.
- Coordinate with staff contract lobbyists and external consultants as needed to effectively implement policy strategies fostering teamwork and cross-departmental collaboration.
- Promote an organizational culture rooted in equity diversity inclusion and belonging and foster cooperation communication and trust across all policy and partnership efforts.
- Support resource development strategies including grant writing and donor engagement to advance policy campaigns and conservation objectives.
- Maintains and fosters culture of safety.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in policy political science or government affairs. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
- Seven plus years of experience in public policy government relations advocacy conservation policy or related fields.
- Strong knowledge of Washington States political policy and regulatory landscape with demonstrated experience influencing federal state and local policy outcomes.
- Applied expertise in issues such as climate and clean energy policy natural climate solutions habitat and wildlife conservation working lands and conservation funding.
- Demonstrated success building bipartisan support for environmental or public-interest policy initiatives.
- Experience leading complex multi-stakeholder initiatives and managing staff contractors and cross-functional teams.
- Proven ability to build coalitions and collaborate with Tribal governments agencies NGOs community organizations and grassroots networks.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including public speaking and the ability to distill complex policy issues for diverse audiences.
- Commitment to Audubons organizational values of care collaboration change integrity impact and innovation.
- Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work diplomatically across a large complex organization.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort with digital advocacy systems; ability to travel as needed.
- Drivers license and own transportation required.
This position is represented by the Communication Workers of America (CWA).
National Audubon Society Competencies: This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies.
Fostering Relationships: Build trust mutual respect and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment.
Analytical Thinking: Recognize and value diverse perspectives and experiences in data analysis to foster a more comprehensive and equitable approach to problem-solving.
Creativity and Innovation: Leverage creativity and imagination to generate new insights and solutions while embracing diverse ideas and approaches that foster innovation.
Facilitating Change: Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity equity accessibility and belonging in the change process.
Team Leadership: Communicate vision and engage others or the team to solve problems while valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusivity.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal state or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
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Required Experience:
Senior Manager
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About Company
Audubon protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow.
