Vice President, Public Affairs and Advocacy

3 days ago


Washington, United States U.S. Chamber of Commerce Full time

About Us:If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner. We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.  Position Overview:The United States Chamber of Commerce is seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President for Public Affairs and Advocacy. This senior leadership role is pivotal in shaping and executing the Chamber's public affairs and advocacy strategies at both the state and federal levels. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and executing large-scale issues management campaigns including grassroots and grasstops mobilization, polling and research, message development, paid media, and digital advocacy. This role involves educating, recruiting, and activating supporters to advance the Chamber's policy objectives at the state and federal levels.Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement comprehensive public affairs and issue advocacy strategies that align with the Chamber's mission and goals.Grassroots and Grasstops Mobilization: Lead efforts to engage and mobilize grassroots and grasstops supporters, ensuring robust participation in advocacy campaigns.Polling and Research: Oversee the design and execution of polling and research initiatives to inform advocacy strategies and measure campaign effectiveness.Message Development: Craft compelling messages that resonate with diverse audiences, including policymakers, business leaders, and the general public.Paid Media and Digital Advocacy: Manage paid media campaigns and digital advocacy efforts to amplify the Chamber's voice and influence public opinion.Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including policymakers, business leaders, and coalition partners.Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a high-performing team of public affairs and advocacy professionals, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment.Budget Management: Oversee budget planning and management for public affairs and advocacy initiatives, ensuring efficient use of resources.Qualifications:Experience: Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in public affairs, advocacy, or related fields, with a strong background in grassroots and grasstops mobilization, polling and research, message development, and digital advocacy.Leadership: Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire and manage large teams of internal and external team members and partners.Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive messages and deliver impactful presentations.Strategic Thinking: Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex political and policy landscapes.Relationship Building: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.Digital Savvy: Expertise in available best-in-class digital advocacy tools and platforms, with a keen understanding of how to leverage different tools and channels to achieve advocacy goals.Education: Bachelor's degree in political science, communications, public relations, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.The salary range for this position is $202,179.00 to $250,000.00, with the possibility of additional compensation through a discretionary bonus. The actual salary paid for this position will vary based on market data, an applicant’s qualifications, relevant degrees, certifications, and other factors. Our full-time employees are eligible for benefits, including health care, vision, dental, retirement, and paid leave.We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Our talent acquisition and employment policies are inclusive. We respect both the spirit and letter of the laws of equal employment opportunity.



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