Senior Vice President of Policy Strategy and Advocacy

2 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States COMMUNITY SERVICE SOCIETY OF NEW YORK Full time
Position Overview

The Senior Vice President of Policy Strategy and Advocacy is a pivotal role within the Leadership Team at the Community Service Society of New York. This position will oversee a dedicated team of six to eight policy analysts focused on driving progressive reforms to combat economic, racial, and social disparities, ultimately enhancing upward mobility for low-income residents of New York City.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the policy department, including budget management, recruitment, supervision, and performance evaluation of staff, while establishing departmental objectives and tracking achievements.
  • Lead significant research initiatives within the policy department, including the annual Unheard Third survey, while conducting independent research and mentoring departmental staff in their research endeavors.
  • Collaborate with the President and Executive Vice President, as well as work independently with staff to formulate and refine the policy agenda.
  • Provide updates to the Board of Trustees regarding the progress of key policy initiatives.
  • Seek new funding opportunities and keep funders informed about ongoing projects in coordination with the Development Department.
  • In partnership with the Vice President of Governmental & Public Affairs, represent the organization in public forums with elected officials, advocate for legislative positions, build coalitions with key stakeholders, respond to media inquiries, and develop comprehensive media strategies.
  • Draft reports, policy briefs, opinion pieces, and review and edit similar documents produced by team members. Collaborate with the Vice President of Communications and Marketing to ensure effective policy brief design and social media outreach.
  • Engage with advocacy partners and coalitions across all facets of the department's initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • A Ph.D. or master's degree in public policy, urban planning, economics, or a related discipline is required, along with a minimum of five years of supervisory experience.
  • Knowledgeable about a wide array of policy and community development issues in New York City and State, with a solid understanding of associated social policy matters.
  • Demonstrated research expertise with strong qualitative, quantitative, and methodological skills.
  • Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication abilities are essential.
  • Possess sound judgment, meticulous attention to detail, and the capacity to provide constructive feedback to research personnel.
  • A creative problem-solver and strategic thinker who takes initiative.
  • Able to effectively engage with the organization's constituents, policymakers, and advocacy groups.

Compensation and Benefits: The annual salary for this role ranges from $165,000 to $195,000. The Community Service Society offers a comprehensive benefits package, including performance-based bonuses, health, dental, and vision insurance, life and long-term disability coverage, a 403b retirement savings plan, a defined benefit retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, an Employee Assistance Program, and more, in addition to paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal days.

Work Environment: The organization currently provides a hybrid work model, requiring in-office attendance at least two days per week, with the option for three days of remote work.



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