VP of Government Relations - Washington
23 hours ago
Job description
Vice President, Government Relations (Conservation)Location:
Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Travel:
Some travel required
Position Summary
A leading national conservation nonprofit seeks a Vice President of Government Relations to lead federal advocacy strategy and oversee congressional and Executive Branch engagement.
This executive will direct legislative and administrative campaigns, manage advocacy staff and budgets, ensure compliance with federal lobbying laws, and strengthen relationships with policymakers, coalition partners, media, and stakeholders.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and execute federal legislative and administrative advocacy strategy
Build and maintain relationships with Congress, the White House, and federal agencies
Oversee a team of lobbyists and grassroots outreach professionals (multiple management layers)
Develop priority policy objectives and allocate resources to advance them
Direct grassroots lobbying and national outreach initiatives
Ensure compliance with federal lobbying, reporting, and ethics requirements
Represent the organization in coalitions, hearings, press events, and public forums
Present updates and strategy to executive leadership and Board of Directors
Collaborate with communications and development teams on media and funding initiatives
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
Environmental law, wildlife policy, or conservation background required
15+ years of experience in government relations or federal advocacy
7+ years supervisory experience; experience managing multiple layers of staff
Grassroots organizing and coalition leadership
Deep knowledge of the federal legislative process and lobbying regulations
Experience drafting testimony and legislative materials
Experience within national nonprofit or environmental organizations preferred
Strong leadership, strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including media engagement
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