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Director of Government Affairs

Sustainable Northwest

Portland, Oregon

Job Type Permanent
Salary Details 95,000-106,000
Deadline Nov 29, 2024
Experience 7+ years

The Director works across program areas and in coordination with the President and Leadership Team to craft proactive and reactive responses to policy developments, develop and advance legislation, engage with agencies, and explain organizational interests. The Director identifies policy change opportunities, participates in researching and writing about policy issues, develops issue campaigns, and helps identify and mobilize coalition partners.

The Director represents Sustainable Northwest before legislative and executive branch agencies at the federal, state and local level and handles press and other media inquiries as appropriate. The Director establishes program priorities, develops and manages the work plan and budget for policy related activities, and takes a lead role in raising funds to carry out program activities. 

HOW TO APPLY

A single PDF cover letter and resume to Dassi Owens, dowens@sustainablenorthwest.org . with ‘Director of Government Affairs’ in the subject line. Incomplete submissions received after 5 pm on November 29th, 2024 will not be considered. No phone calls or email inquiries, please. Interview questions will be provided in advance. References will be requested from finalist candidates.

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Category Admin & Leadership