Senior Policy Advisor

Company: Institute for Responsive Government
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Position: Senior Policy AdvisorReports to: Policy and Research DirectorLocation: Remote, with 10-20% travelApplication Deadline: December 1, 2024The Challenge and OpportunityThe Institute for Responsive Government helps policymakers find solutions that make government more efficient, accessible, and responsive to the needs of real human beings. We start with the mechanics of democracy: our key focus areas include practical pro-voter policies like Automatic Voter Registration and voter-centric election administration, and resource solutions like predictable federal funding to loosen chronic policy problems. Then, we work to make democracy meet its promises. Government should provide customer service and material benefits at every touchpoint - from health benefits to taxes to the DMV. If we choose to come together with our neighbors to make up a democracy, that government must deliver well enough to make us choose participation.--The OrganizationBuilding on a decade of success working in partnership with state political leaders from both parties, lawmakers, NGOs, and academic leaders, the Institute for Responsive Government is a hub for policy and technical experts, organizers, and government officials working together to craft pragmatic, human-centered policies designed to make government more responsive to all of us.--The PersonAs Senior Policy Advisor,-- you will lead elements of Responsive Gov's state-level policy development in a fast-paced environment. You are a detail-oriented, proactive, and strategic professional looking for a flexible job that helps strengthen our democracy.Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Lead state-level policy development in a fast-paced environment, requiring high responsiveness and quick decision-makingConduct rapid analysis of complex policy issues, delivering clear and concise recommendationsLeverage strong judgment to provide strategic guidance on key policy decisionsServe as a subject matter expert on voting policy, with a focus on structural reforms such as proportional representationCollaborate with stakeholders and advocacy groups to influence and shape policy outcomesPrepare well-crafted policy briefs, reports, and advocacy materials with clarity and precisionAdvocate for voting and government reform policy reforms in meetings, legislative hearings, presentations, and written communicationsSkills and QualificationsThe Ideal Candidate is:Committed to our core mission of supporting democracyCommitted to resilience and dynamic perseverance in the face of evolving strategic challengesEager to continue to scale existing campaigns, open new doorways, and forge new, strategic partnershipsA self-starter, with an ability to quickly integrate and explain complicated policy concepts in an accessible wayA strong writer and communicator, with an ability to convey complex concepts conciselyDedicated to producing results and maximizing impactStrong at prioritization and strategic decision-makingExcited to tackle new projects and ideasCreative and when they see a problem, they come up with a plan to fix itComfortable in a fast-paced environmentFlexible and able to work in a remote structure--Oriented towards what is and could be possible at all times, embodying an abundance mindsetA do-er and connector, not a "meetings for the sake of meetings" personEducation and ExperienceLegal background preferred to assist in navigating regulatory frameworks and policy impactsExperience in legislative processes, government relations, or policy advocacy is highly desirableProven ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders from a variety of ideological backgroundsThe Tangible GoodThe salary range for this position is $135K - $155K. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401(k) program with a 3% employer contribution + 3% employer match that is fully vested day one and 100% of health/dental/vision premiums fully covered.Powered by JazzHRPI69b636ea1246-25660-35945378

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