Government Relations Director

About the Role:
The National Democratic Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working to support and strengthen democratic institutions worldwide through citizen participation, openness, and accountability in government. The Government Relations Manager works under the direction of the Chief Government Relations and Communications Officer to increase support for international democracy assistance and the work of the organization. This position expands advocacy and external outreach to the U.S. Congress, the Executive Branch and donors to increase support and understanding of NDI's role in promoting international democracy, credible and fair elections, and open and transparent governance.
Your Responsibilities:
Manage and develop strategies to engage the U.S. Congress and the Executive Branch to ensure NDI programming is well-known to donors, and teams are actively engaged in coordinated and effective outreach
Expand congressional outreach with Members of Congress and staff to increase support and understanding of NDI's role in promoting international democracy, credible and fair elections and open and transparent governance
Develop and maintain persistent and persuasive written and verbal communication to educate the U.S. Congress on legislative policies that promote democracy assistance