Public Affairs Liaison

Job Title: Public Affairs Liaison (Junior Level)

Location: DMV
Reports To: SVP, Corporate Strategy and Development
Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

A Washington, DC area non-profit is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Public Affairs Liaison to support our public affairs and strategic engagement initiatives. This junior-level position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with Senior Leadership and the CEO, helping to amplify our organizational voice and expand our influence through partnerships, events, and external communications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Event & Speaking Opportunity Support:
  Assist in identifying high-impact events and speaking engagements for Senior Leadership and the CEO that align with organizational goals and visibility priorities.
• Speech & Message Development:
  Work with policy associates to help draft and edit speeches, statements, talking points, and other communications tailored for key audiences and stakeholders.
• Briefing Material Coordination:
  Help prepare and refine briefing materials for Senior Leadership, ensuring content is accurate, strategic, and aligned with our messaging.
• Public Policy Support:
  Provide assistance on public policy initiatives, including research, meeting preparation, note-taking, and tracking legislative or regulatory developments relevant to the organization’s mission.
• Event Attendance in Washington, D.C.:
  Represent the organization at relevant meetings, hearings, forums, and public affairs events in Washington, D.C., and report back key takeaways to the team.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Support efforts to build and maintain partnerships with sponsors, external stakeholders, and community leaders to advance policy and programmatic initiatives.
• Outreach & Relationship Management:
  Contribute to outreach efforts targeting partner organizations and communities, assisting in the development of relationships that support organizational objectives.
• Event Planning & Logistics:
  Assist with planning and executing events, including internal meetings and co-hosted events with partner organizations—supporting agenda development, scheduling, and thematic coordination.
• Special Projects Coordination:
  Support external and cross-functional projects that align with broader strategic goals, helping manage logistics and stakeholder communications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs, Communications, Political Science, or a related field preferred
• 1–2 years of experience in public affairs, policy, nonprofit, or related fields 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and manage competing deadlines
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Passion for mission-driven work and community engagement