Policy Advocacy Manager

Policy Advocacy Manager

Status: Full-Time (Benefits Eligible)

Salary: $71,500 – $79,500

Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid, eligible for relocation bonus)

ABOUT THE AAAF

The Asian American Advocacy Fund (AAAF) seeks an experienced individual to join our team as Policy Advocacy Manager. Our mission is to amplify the collective power of Georgia’s Asian American communities through community organizing, storytelling, electoral organizing, and policy advocacy.

We exist to build a shared Asian American community – working in solidarity with other marginalized communities to learn from our shared struggles and strengths, and to fight for change towards collective liberation.

JOB SUMMARY

The Policy Advocacy Manager, reporting directly to our Deputy Director, will support and advance the organization’s policy and electoral work. They will play a key role in the development and implementation of advocacy strategies, researching policy issues impacting the Asian American community, and engaging with community partners to promote positive change.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Oversee the day-to-day responsibilities and professional development of at least one Policy Associate and provide guidance to ensure their tasks align with the organization’s objectives.
2. Develop long-, mid-, and short-term strategic political analyses to inform strategy and resource allocation.
3. In partnership with the Deputy Director, lead the development and ongoing assessment and adaptation of strategies, campaigns, and tactics of the political team to support our goals.
4. Lead implementation and execution of an endorsement process aimed at supporting candidates and policies aligned with the goals of the Asian American Advocacy Fund.
5. Collaborate with internal team members to research and define criteria for endorsing candidates and policies.
6. Create and execute accountability plans for decision makers, such as endorsement candidates and legislators.
7. Facilitate discussions and gather input from community members to understand their priorities and preferences for endorsements.
8. Lead the team to develop effective strategies for influencing policy decisions.
9. Draft, conduct research for, and help to develop content for reports, fact sheets, talking points, issue memos, and other materials.
10. Represent the organization at hearings, public forums, conferences, meetings, and with other external stakeholders.
11. Identify opportunities for public education and support on AAAF issues.
12. Attend and participate in policy-related workgroups, coalitions, and meetings.
13. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Policy Advocacy Expertise, likely gained from 3+ years of experience implementing successful grassroots and/or legislative advocacy campaigns.
2. Ability to persuade and influence individuals or groups to gain support.
3. Experience in identifying and analyzing options for action; making recommendations informed by prior experiences.
4. Knowledge of local, state, and federal government structures and legislative processes.
5. Proven Project Management skills, demonstrated through the ability to oversee projects of intermediate complexity.
6. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
7. Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, or a related field.

NICE TO HAVES:

1. Policy advocacy experience within the Georgia Legislative Session.
2. Master’s degree and/or advanced degree preferred.
3. Ability to speak an Asian language or previous experience working with the Asian American community.

POSITION SUMMARY

Salary: $71,500 to $79,500, dependent on experience.

Location & Travel: Atlanta, GA region. This position qualifies as a hybrid role.

Benefits:

The AAAF offers a competitive benefits package that seeks to support our staff and encourage work-life balance.

WHY WORK WITH US?

To join a multifaceted organization that leverages communications, organizing, and political strategies to build community power and advocate for systemic change.

The AAAF is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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