TITLE: State Director of Public Affairs
REPORTS TO: Associate State Director
LOCATION: Sacramento, CA
REASON FOR OPENING: Replacement
POSITION PURPOSE:
To provide leadership, coordination and support for state advocacy efforts to maximize the effectiveness of March of Dimes advocacy in California.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintain March of Dimes position at the state capitol as a proactive, visible organization that takes the lead on maternal and child health issues in California.
• Recruit high-level volunteers who serve on the State Public Affairs Committee and provide leadership on the statewide advocacy agenda.
• Manage and expand the State Public Affairs Committee to include a diverse volunteer base of committed high-level volunteers.
• Direct the development and implementation of an annual state public affairs plan/budget focusing on the Foundation-wide Public Affairs Priorities.
• Develop, plan and implement an annual lobby day event at the state capitol for statewide volunteers and staff.
• Track, analyze and disseminate updates on key bills identified as March of Dimes priorities.
• Coordinate and maintain a resource list of volunteers and staff who have access to Members of Congress, both US Senators, the Governor, state legislature and officials.
• In collaboration with the March of Dimes Public Affairs Consultant, increase awareness and support of March of Dimes issues among the Governor and key state policy makers.
• Act as gatekeeper for internal clearance policies to ensure that the March of Dimes speaks with one voice to convey a consistent message to state policymakers.
• Prepare effective and concise support materials and training (issue fact sheets, speaking points, briefing and position papers, testimony) for use by volunteers at key public affairs activities.
• Work with the State Public Affairs Chair to communicate regularly with the chapter and division lead public affairs staff and boards of directors on public affairs issues and activities with appropriate follow-up and action steps.
• Participate as an active member of the chapter management team by providing input on statewide issues involving mission, fundraising, communications and operations.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
• 3-5 years legislative experience and knowledge of public policy required (maternal and child health preferable).
• Advanced degree in public policy, maternal and child health, health advocacy or related field a plus.
• Skills in leadership, organization, volunteer recruitment and development, and communications required.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written skills and interpersonal skills.
NOTE: A credit and criminal background check is required for this position.
MUST Send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to:
Associate State Director
March of Dimes California Chapter
1050 Sansome Street, Fourth Floor
San Francisco, CA 94111
Fax: (415) 788-2870
Email: californiajobs@marchofdimes.com
Important: Please reference "State Director of Public Affairs (MOD)" in the subject line of the email when responding. Include a one paragraph explanation of how your experience qualifies you for the position.
In order to assist us in further assessing your skills and experience please provide responses to the following:
1. Do you have volunteer recruitment and development experience?
a. yes
b. no
2. With respect to legislative bills, please identify which best fits your experience:
a. write and develop bills
b. bill analysis
c. lobby experience
d. all of the above
3. Do you have at least 3 years legislative experience and knowledge of public policy?
a. yes
b. no
4. Rate your proficiency level in leadership skills:
a. No experience
b. Minimal
c. Moderate
d. excellent
5. Do you live in Sacramento?
a. yes
b. no
Once your reply is received, your background and qualifications will be reviewed by the hiring department. If they feel that there is an appropriate match between your skills and qualifications and those required in the position, you will be contacted. Please understand that we receive resumes from many qualified applicants and regret that we are not always able to provide ongoing information on the status of a resume once it is forwarded to the hiring department.
Thank you for your interest in employment with the March of Dimes!
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