As a Federal Lobbyist (internal title: Federal Legislative Liaison), you will advocate for AFP’s positions in Washington, D.C., working under the direction of the Director of Federal Affairs. Your goal: break down the barriers that stand in the way of people realizing their full potential.
You will focus on federal legislative advocacy in three key policy areas: economics, energy, and AI and emerging technology.
This role is ideal for a motivated government affairs professional with a few years of Capitol Hill, state legislative, or advocacy experience who is ready to take on greater lobbying responsibility. You will build relationships with congressional offices, coalition partners, trade associations, and think tanks, and grow into a trusted voice for AFP on the Hill. You should share our commitment to advancing every individual’s right to economic opportunity through free markets.
How You Will Contribute
- Build and maintain relationships with congressional staff, members of Congress, and federal agency contacts to advance AFP’s legislative priorities on economics, energy, and AI and emerging technology
- Conduct meetings with congressional offices to advocate for AFP’s positions, with guidance from the Director of Federal Affairs
- Monitor, research, and analyze federal legislative and regulatory developments, and track pending legislation
- Draft and update position papers, fact sheets, talking points, letters, and briefing materials
- Provide liaison and resource support to members of Congress, coalition partners, volunteers, and activists
- Support the preparation of testimony, comment letters, and presentations for senior team members
- Partner with the policy team to share Hill intelligence and inform ongoing policy initiatives
- Coordinate with the government affairs, communications, legal, and research teams to align advocacy with organizational priorities
- Participate in coalition meetings with trade associations and think tanks to advance shared policy objectives
What You Will Bring
- Build and maintain relationships with congressional staff, members of Congress, and federal agency contacts to advance AFP’s legislative priorities on economics, energy, and AI and emerging technology
- Conduct meetings with congressional offices to advocate for AFP’s positions, with guidance from the Director of Federal Affairs
- Monitor, research, and analyze federal legislative and regulatory developments, and track pending legislation
- Draft and update position papers, fact sheets, talking points, letters, and briefing materials
- Provide liaison and resource support to members of Congress, coalition partners, volunteers, and activists
- Support the preparation of testimony, comment letters, and presentations for senior team members
- Partner with the policy team to share Hill intelligence and inform ongoing policy initiatives
- Coordinate with the government affairs, communications, legal, and research teams to align advocacy with organizational priorities
- Participate in coalition meetings with trade associations and think tanks to advance shared policy objectives
Stand Out Candidates Will Also Bring
- Build and maintain relationships with congressional staff, members of Congress, and federal agency contacts to advance AFP’s legislative priorities on economics, energy, and AI and emerging technology
- Conduct meetings with congressional offices to advocate for AFP’s positions, with guidance from the Director of Federal Affairs
- Monitor, research, and analyze federal legislative and regulatory developments, and track pending legislation
- Draft and update position papers, fact sheets, talking points, letters, and briefing materials
- Provide liaison and resource support to members of Congress, coalition partners, volunteers, and activists
- Support the preparation of testimony, comment letters, and presentations for senior team members
- Partner with the policy team to share Hill intelligence and inform ongoing policy initiatives
- Coordinate with the government affairs, communications, legal, and research teams to align advocacy with organizational priorities
- Participate in coalition meetings with trade associations and think tanks to advance shared policy objectives
What We Offer
- Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
- A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
- Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
For this role, the anticipated base salary range is $120,000–$175,000 per year. This role may also be eligible for additional bonus compensation designed to align total compensation with an employee’s overall contribution to the organization.
Our Principles-Based Management™ (PBM) compensation philosophy is grounded in an individualized approach that rewards the long-term value each person creates for the organization. Compensation decisions are informed by a variety of factors, including relevant experience, capabilities, demonstrated skills, role responsibilities, and expected contribution. Consistent with this approach, base salary may vary within or outside of the anticipated range based on these considerations.
Skills Required
- A few years of Capitol Hill, state legislative, or advocacy experience
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with congressional staff, members of Congress, and federal agency contacts
- Experience monitoring, researching, and analyzing federal legislative and regulatory developments
- Experience drafting position papers, fact sheets, talking points, letters, or briefing materials
- Commitment to advancing individual economic opportunity through free markets
What We Do
Stand Together is a philanthropic community that partners with America's boldest changemakers to tackle the root causes of the country's biggest problems. By providing funding, a unique network, and a proven management playbook, they empower nonprofit leaders, educators, and activists to drive lasting solutions in areas like education, economic opportunity, and community development, ultimately helping people realize their full potential and live lives of meaning.
