Director of Advocacy and Policy

4 days ago

Albany, New York, United States National Multiple Sclerosis Society Full time
Job Summary

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Advocacy and Policy to join our team. This role will be responsible for leading our advocacy and policy efforts in New York and Massachusetts, working closely with the AVP of State Advocacy & Policy to identify and develop policy priorities, and supporting colleagues across the country in evaluating legislation and advancing the Society's positions at the state level.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead advocacy strategy in New York and Massachusetts to advance 2-3 of Society's priorities.
  • Identify policy issues by evaluating existing programs and identifying gaps in services in consultation with volunteers, providers, staff, and others as appropriate.
  • Employ strategic thinking to prioritize issues.
  • Consult with staff and volunteers to develop state advocacy initiatives.
  • Facilitate new alliances and collaborate with other like-minded agencies, advocacy groups, and coalitions involved in policy initiatives.
  • Recruit and engage MS Activists in activism roles (Grassroots and Grasstops at both the state and federal level).
  • Ensure MS Activists have opportunities to participate in Society advocacy events, including the annual Public Policy Conference in Washington, DC, Congressional In-District visits, and/or advocacy days at the state Capitol, and that their experience generates year-round engagement.
  • Plan and implement State Action Day, the Society's state day at the Capitol.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree in political science, public policy, public administration, social science, healthcare policy, or related field preferred.
  • 6-9 years of experience in policy and government relations.
  • Strong relationship building and communication skills with the ability to build trust and motivate staff and volunteers to perform at their best to achieve strategic business outputs.
  • Ability to think through problems, make inclusive decisions, and lead others through complex situations.
  • Must have the ability to present information to individuals at all levels, both inside and outside the Society.
  • Communication skills must include excellent writing abilities, the ability to build and grow relationships via in-person outreach as well as through other technologies.
  • Must possess ability to distill complex issues and ideas in an easily understood manner to a wide variety of internal and external audiences, including MS Activists, legislators, etc.
  • Must have excellent interpersonal, emotional intelligence, and organizational skills. This position must be able to lead Society staff, volunteers, collaborating agencies, and the community.
  • Must have an understanding of the political landscape and legislative process in either New York or Massachusetts; understanding in both preferred.
What We Offer

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society provides a highly competitive, comprehensive benefit package to employees, including a considerable Paid Time Off Plan, Paid Holidays, 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match, Educational Reimbursement Plan, Professional Development Assistance, Commuter Benefit Plan, Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits, and additional voluntary benefit offerings.

How to Apply

We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to receiving your application. Please check the job posting to see if a Cover Letter or any other documents are required for the position you are applying to. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.

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