The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities seeks a Field Mobilization and Policy Manager to join its dynamic team. The goal of this position is to foster a sense of community and culture of mobilization amongst Alliance members that advances the Alliance’s measurable influence on policy and systems change.

Join the Alliance and its network of thousands of committed social sector professionals working to positively impact local communities across the country. Through their collective work, Alliance staff and its network of members help all children, adults and families achieve their full potential.

Purpose

The focus of the position is to build and deepen the engagement of Alliance members with special focus on advocacy and public policy. The Field Mobilization and Policy Manager will enhance the Government Relations office by gathering information from the Alliance network of members, building relationships, mobilizing members to take action through thoughtful digital advocacy and toolkits, developing policy communications materials, analyzing relevant legislation and managing special projects.

Responsibilities

  • Field Mobilization – In support of the Government Relations office goals, leverage field relationships related to advocacy and engagement.
  • Communications and Digital Advocacy – Work with the Senior Director of Government Relations to draft action alerts, engagement emails and other types of communication to members.
  • Mapping – Gather and maintain member data to map Alliance members in support of advancing public policy advocacy, e.g. members of key congressional committees, power relationships with key policy makers, organizational competencies, state and local policy issue leadership, etc.
  • Policy Analysis and Research – Support the Senior Director of Government Relations with legislative/policy analysis and research in the areas of health, education, child welfare, economic mobility, tax, budget/appropriations and equity.

See the job description for a full list of responsibilities.

Desired Education and Experience

High school diploma required. Associate’s or bachelor’s in business/management, nonprofit management, human services, communication, public policy or other applicable fields preferred. At least three to five years of related professional experience preferred.

See job description for a full list of qualifications.

How to Apply

Send a resume and cover letter with salary requirements to the Alliance via email, and note the title of the position in the email subject line. Applicants not providing salary requirements will not be considered. No phone calls please.

The Alliance is fully committed to equal employment opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees. The Alliance does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria.

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Field Mobilization and Policy Manager