Government Affairs Assistant - Illinois Environmental Council - Springfield, IL

For more information please visit: Illinois Environmental Council 

Government Affairs Assistant

About IEC

Since 1975, the Illinois Environmental Council has worked to safeguard Illinois—its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends by building power for people and the environment. Representing over 100 environmental organizations and individuals from across the state, IEC carries out its mission to advance public policies that create healthy environments across Illinois through education, advocacy and movement building.

IEC advances sound environmental laws and policies at all levels of government by bringing together the Illinois environmental community to influence decision makers and ensure clean air, clean water, and healthy communities. From lobbying at the State Capitol to building consensus around an annual environmental agenda, IEC takes pride in leading our environmental movement in Illinois. We coordinate our affiliate member organizations to share resources, mobilize supporters and respond quickly to the most pressing issues facing the environment in Illinois.

Coordinator, Gov't & Community Affairs - NYPL - New York, NY

Coordinator, Government and Community Affairs
The New York Public Library (Manhattan, NY)
New York, NY

The office of Government and Community Affairs (GOVREL) is responsible for NYPL interaction with government officials, agencies, and community stakeholders.

Its primary functions are to:

• Work with elected and governmental officials at the City, State and Federal levels to preserve and expand public funding (expense and capital).
• Organize, implement and support all advocacy activities, including contacts with and outreach to community stakeholders and elected officials and staff on all levels of government - City of New York (Mayor’s Office, City Council, Community Boards, etc.), New York State (Governor’s Office, Senate, Assembly, etc.) and Federal (Senate, Congress, etc.).
• Track and monitor proposed legislation and provide legislative and policy analysis.
• Liaise with government officials regarding the process and progress of Library capital projects.

Reporting to the Vice President for Government and Community Affairs, the Coordinator, Government and Community Affairs:

• Provides logistical support of government and community affairs events and activities
• Coordinates and manages special projects as assigned, including advocacy, budgeting, community engagement, research, legislative analysis and legislative tracking
• Manages and coordinates mailings and meeting materials
• Manages and updates all government and community affairs databases
• Prepares and submits lobbying reports and filings
• Provides general office support for the government and community affairs unit
• Performs related duties as required
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.)
• Results oriented and possess the ability to multitask while meeting deadlines
• Strong adapdability skils and versatility with administrative needs
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse and decentralized staff
• Must have a flexible availability to attend evening/weekend meetings and events
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs)

Minimum qualifications in addition to:

• Knowledge of government budget, legislative and agency processes preferred
• Knowledge of Bronx, Staten Island and Manhattan communities and demographics preferred

ID: 2016-9226
Department: GOVREL Office of Government & Community Affairs
Hours: 35 Hour Work Week
Non-Union
Evenings and Weekends as Required

Government Affairs Coordinator - Planned Parenthood - Washington, DC

Government Affairs Coordinator
Planned Parenthood 

Washington, DC

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is the nation’s leading women’s health care provider, educator, and advocate, serving women, men, teens and families. For almost 100 years, PPFA has done more than any other organization in the United States to improve women’s health and safety, prevent unintended pregnancies, and advance the right and ability of individuals and families to make informed and responsible health care decisions.

The Government Relations Division seeks an Administrative Coordinator. Reporting to the Vice President of Public Policy and Government Affairs, he/she will coordinate, oversee and/ or perform a wide variety of administrative and programmatic support to the department. The position requires a highly organized, personable individual. The chosen candidate must be detail oriented, work well independently and as part of a team, and thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment. General duties include top-notch organizational and prioritization of administrative support and development and execution of written materials.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Manages the Vice President’s schedule to ensure that her time reflects the strategic priorities of the Government Relations Division. The Coordinator oversees start-to-finish facilitation of all the Vice President’s meetings and commitments, including logistics, travel, meeting preparation and development, and next steps/takeaways.

* Oversees communication and correspondence for the Vice President. Develops initial drafts of speaking materials and presentations, and develops other background materials for the Vice President.

* Drafts comprehensive briefing memos for the President of PPFA and the Vice President of Public Policy and Government Affairs for meetings organized by the Government Relations Division.

* Coordinates as the liaison to the Office of the President to prioritize meetings and information flow from the Government Relations Division to the President. Acts as a key resource for senior staff in other departments to ensure they know the Government Relations Division’s messaging and up-to-date information.

* Liaises with external government offices and Capitol Hill to execute meetings and advance PPFA priorities.

* Manages the budgeting process for the Government Relations Division and acts as the point of contact for writing new contracts with vendors and making timely payments through the Finance Department.

* Assists the Vice President in strategic planning for upcoming events or goal setting.

* Engages on or leads a variety of special projects including developing Government Relations’ retreats, strategic initiatives, and systems to make more effective work happen.

* Takes on additional assignments as needed, and has an interest in professional growth.

REQUIREMENTS / TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.

* One to three years of related work experience.

* Government, the Hill, and/or not-for-profit experience preferred.

* Project management and administrative or advance work experience preferred.

* Strong track record of working effectively with colleagues at all levels and executing events.

PERSONAL QUALITIES /OTHER ATTRIBUTES
* Demonstrates a sense of ownership (and enjoys), keeping track of to-do’s and projects to move forward.

* Able to focus on specific details and ensures accuracy in all work.

* Strong writer with an ability to speak in the voice of the principal over time.

* Has poise and maturityto work with high level individuals and people with diverse backgrounds.

* Has the interest and ambition to take on new assignments and develop new skills.

* Brings a strong appreciation for a diverse workforce and sensitivity to cultural differences.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite as well as experience with Google Apps including Mail, Calendar, and Drive.

* Must be able to laugh and enjoy working with a team.

TRAVEL
* 0-25%

DIVERSE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Planned Parenthood Federation of America is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Planned Parenthood is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.


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Activation Date: Monday, June 20, 2016
Expiration Date: Saturday, August 20, 2016

Government Affairs/Conservation Finance Director - The Trust for Public Land

Government Affairs/Conservation Finance Director - New Jersey/Pennsylvania
The Trust for Public Land

Morristown, NJ

The Conservation Finance Field Director collaborates with Conservation Finance colleagues, Conservation Research colleagues and programmatic experts across the country to foster new sources of park and land conservation funding at the state and local government level. The position is responsible for developing and conducting community outreach and technical assistance to foster new sources of public funding for parks and land conservation through ballot measures and legislative action. The Director is also responsible for marketing these services, developing proposals for services, designing public opinion research, negotiating contracts, making presentations, and coordinating a team of internal and external experts in public finance research, public opinion surveys, and campaigns. The job requires coordination with field and research staff based in many different offices and collaboration with legal, finance, philanthropy, and marketing staff.

This position utilizes skills in leadership, strategy, policy, politics, and coalition and program building towards our efforts to deliver the Trust for Public Land's mission. The director will build consensus and support across internal and external stakeholders and will seek to build awareness, credibility, and board based support for land conservation and The Trust for Public Land's mission.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provide Conservation Finance services, including assisting communities in evaluating the feasibility of ballot and legislative measures through research and analysis of voter demographics, election history, public opinion, legal constraints, internal capability, and likelihood of support from agencies, elected officials, and partner organizations. Support the development and implementation of specific measures, including:
* analysis of existing and proposed efforts;
* evaluation of alternative legal and financing structures of measures;
* polling and message development;
* recommending measure timing and dollar amount;
* developing ballot language;
* campaign fund raising;
* communicating with voters;
* building campaign organizations;
* state legislative lobbying; and
* coalition-building and management.

Manage research and survey projects from start to finish, including scoping project parameters, development of project scheduling and facilitating regular communication with internal and external project partners.

Manages development of campaign strategies, allocation of resources, and collaboration with other Conservation Finance staff.

Collaborates with Conservation Research staff to develop detailed financial models that enable the design and implementation of mechanisms that provide long term financial support to park and conservation programs.

Market and promote TPL's Conservation Finance programs, including presenting these services to local governments and project partners.

Build and manage teams of regional staff, national staff, and outside consultants to deliver program services.

Work with Philanthropy staff to identify foundation and major individual donor prospects, develop proposals, make solicitations, and close gifts for TPL's Conservation Finance program.

Develop and manage relationships and fee-for-service contracts with special district, municipal, county, and state government entities, elected officials, and key staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Communications, Political Science Urban Planning or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to set and meet deadlines and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently
• Required Experience:
• 5 + years' experience in politics including direct political campaign experience, advocacy, legislative work, fundraising, and media relations.
• Proven ability to successfully develop strategy for, plan, directs, manage, and execute electoral or ballot measure campaigns.
• Experience with synthesizing and summarizing qualitative and quantitative data and ability to quickly identify the essence of an issue.
• Experience working with public or election officials, research experts, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Experience commissioning and managing policy research and disseminating it effectively to policymakers, the media and the public.
• Experience working with state and local governments, including upper-level agency staff and elected officials, both legislative and executive.
• Experience working for and with other nonprofit organizations.
• Experience working with coalitions and on legislative campaigns
• Experience in nonprofit fund raising, including a track record of securing support, from foundation and individuals.

Required Skills:

• Superior written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking. Excellent presentation and facilitation skills with demonstrated ability to develop strategic approaches to stakeholder involvement and meeting facilitation.
• Solid foundation in grassroots and grass tops organizing.
• Demonstrated qualitative and quantitative analytical skills applied to public policy issues
• Required knowledge:
• Familiarity with regional land use issues, communities, land trusts, and governments.
• Familiarity with public finance field, including government budgeting, state and local revenue sources, and bonding procedures.
• Knowledge of park and open space issues, growth management, urban planning and development, and related topics.
• Keen understanding of and appreciation for the importance of rigorous, timely and policy-relevant research.
• Helpful/Preferred qualifications
• Prior experience working in partnership with volunteers helpful.
• Familiarity and facility with digital campaign communication tools (including online and social media) and techniques will be considered a plus.

How to apply
Submit Resume and Cover Letter:http://www.tpl.org/about/jobs/government-affairs-conservation-finance-director-atlantic-seaboard

Executive Director - Chicago Heights Development Corporation - Chicago Heights, IL

Executive Director
Chicago Heights Development Corporation
Chicago Heights, IL

Job Level Mid II (4-8 years)
Salary Range $75,000 to $100,000

Job Description
The Chicago Heights Development Corporation, a newly created non-profit economic development corporation in the metro Chicago area, is seeking a difference maker to lead the day to day operations of the organization. An equal amount of the organizational time will be devoted to business attraction and business retention. The successful candidate will establish the full business operations which include industrial development, urban infill real estate development for retail, mixed-use, administration and budgeting of tax increment finance districts; aggressive business recruitment; deal making; business retention/expansion; and general marketing.

Ideal candidate will have economic development experience in the metro Chicago area, be extremely energetic, analytical, high level of initiative, excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of success. Bachelor’s degree in a related area (master’s preferred) and 5 to 7 years of progressively increased experience in economic development, real estate development, public finance, or advisory services. At least three years of management experience and prefer candidates with experience deal making, business development, government affairs and working in step with a Board of Directors.

E-mail resume, references and salary history to AWG & Associates to awg.griffin@gmail.com. Initial screening of applicants will begin on April 4, 2016. 

Community profile and job descriptions can be at: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/d3lt634x7issrwq/AAD8_3zHM2TV_KQx8hQxjZMna?dl=0.

Contact Information
Contact Name: Anthony Griffin
Phone 708-288-3179
Email awg.griffin@gmail.com
Website www.dropbox.com/sh/d3lt634x7issrwq/AAD8_3zHM2TV_KQx8hQxjZMna?dl=0

Community Benefit/Gov't Relations - Eugene, OR

Sr. Consultant Community Benefit 

and Government Relations
Kaiser Permanente 

Eugene, OR

To enhance the health of the communities we serve through the development, implementation, and management of locally based Community Benefit and Government Relations strategies, programs and plans, resulting in community health improvements. Manages resources and maintains community, government and business partnerships. Works on programs of complex and diverse scope which require analysis of various factors and participation of diverse stakeholder groups, spanning across geographic areas. Works with minimal supervision and exercises latitude within policies in developing and implementing strategies. Works in collaboration with internal KP stakeholders, as well as community-based and civic organizations, government, public health and foundation partners. Responsible for program operations, convening of community partners, grants management and review, budgeting, strategic planning, reporting, and measurement, complying with all organization policies.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Community Benefit programs and partnerships: Design, develop and manage community benefit programming efforts focused on low-income and vulnerable populations. Foster, promote and manage partnerships with local community, government, public health, nonprofit and foundation partners. Oversee strategic planning for local activities. Represent the NW region on issues related to access to care, health equity, safety net services, community health initiatives, community health careers and employee community engagement. Support Community Benefit programs in collaboration with internal partners for efficient coordination of local initiatives, ensuring compliance with all national and local policies and procedures including maintenance of various databases.
• Community Benefit convening and leveraging KP assets: Oversee, convene and facilitate multi-disciplinary workgroups, project teams and committees. Develop agendas, facilitate meetings and coordinate the production of reports and other outcomes. Promote opportunities for learning and knowledge exchange between KP and external community groups related to access to care, health equity, safety net services, community health initiatives, community health careers and employee community engagement. Represent KP at community health forums and public policy meetings. Promote community benefit involvement and learning with KP staff, Northwest Permanente's Physicians, and Dentists.
• Local government stakeholder relations: Represent KP with local and county government and administrative officials. Direct, plan and coordinate the region's local government relations activities in coordination with internal partners such as MSBD, Community Benefit, Public Relations and others. Build and sustain strategic relationships with local government officials within KPNW's service area and promote and leverage KPNW resources to best position the organization before local policy makers. Approve contributions to local ballot measure campaigns as appropriate.

Basic Qualifications: Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of experience developing, implementing and evaluating a comprehensive public health or community based strategy
• Minimum three (3) years of recent experience in planning and implementing complex communications plans and projects
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in project management

Education

• Bachelors degree in public health, non-profit management, business, education or other related field or four (4) years of experience in directly related field
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required

Additional Requirements:

• Experience in building broad-based coalitions and initiatives with diverse stakeholder groups
• Experience in evaluating comprehensive and complex community initiatives
• Experience working with underserved and/or rural populations
• Experience successfully managing outreach and/or social service work groups
• Experience working with health care providers and health care educators
• Demonstrated team building and team working experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Responsible steward of organizational resource and assets in a not-for-profit setting

COMPANY Kaiser Permanente

TITLE Sr. Consultant Community Benefit and Government Relations

LOCATION Eugene, OR

REQNUMBER 447584