Lead Associate, Federal Domestic Policy (P2)

Save the Children

For over 100 years, Save the Children has been fighting for the rights of children. The right to a healthy start in life. To have access to education. To be in a safe environment, protected from harm. We work in some of the world's hardest-to-reach places - over 100 countries, including the U.S. No matter what your role is, when you join Save the Children, you're creating positive, irreversible change for children, and the future we all share.

The Role

As the Lead Associate, Federal Domestic Policy, you'll be integral to our work in helping vulnerable children achieve a brighter future. In this role, you will be responsible for advancing Save the Children's government relations work related to U.S. domestic policy on several issues including early childhood education, appropriations, general education policies as well as other policies as assigned. You will report to the Managing Director, Domestic Policy, and work with internal stakeholders, external partners, lawmakers and their staff to educate and advocate on key policies that improve the wellbeing and outcomes for children in the United States.

Location

Hybrid - Washington, DC

What You'll Be Doing (Essential Duties)

*not inclusive of all role responsibilities. May be subject to change

Federal Advocacy (50%)

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  • Support the development and execution of a policy and advocacy strategy to advance Save the Children's U.S. domestic policy priorities.
  • Educate and build bipartisan, bicameral relationships with members of Congress and the Administration on key issues, policies, and solutions impacting children and families, including appropriations, education, particularly early childhood education, and other emerging focus areas.
  • Advocate for legislation and policies that improve outcomes for children and families across priority issue areas.
  • Advocate to Congress through the appropriations process to secure robust funding for relevant domestic programs, such as the Child Care and Development Block Grant, Head Start, and 21st Century Community Learning Centers.
  • Engage with the Executive Branch and relevant federal agencies to shape, advance, and implement federal policies aligned with Save the Children's goals, including through regulations, rulemaking, and Executive Orders.
  
  
  
  

Partnerships and Coalitions (25%)

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  • In coordination with the Managing Director, Domestic Policy, represent Save the Children in coalitions related to relevant policy issues and build and establish partnerships with other organizations.
  • Identify and develop new partnerships and/or coalitions focused on children.
  
  
  
  

Policy Research, Materials and other projects (25%)

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  • Develop materials for advocacy and/or external engagement including fact sheets, policy statements, talking points for senior level staff, and sign-on letters.
  • Provide analysis on key legislation in relevant policy areas.
  • Review existing policy research, and determine potential Save the Children research opportunities.
  • Assist in development of Save the Children research materials focused on the needs of children.
  • Collaborate with members of the domestic policy team and other departments.
  • Perform other related duties as necessary.
  
  
  
  

Required qualifications for the role

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent, plus at least 3 years of relevant experience

• Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals and teams at all levels, both internally and externally
• This position is based in Washington, DC and will require attendance of in-person meetings on Capitol Hill, with agencies and coalition partners.
• Professional proficiency in MS Office suite

• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English

Preferred qualifications for the role

• Experience in a Congressional office, NGO, think-tank, or in the Executive Branch in a position involving congressional relations, policy research and/or appropriations.
• Professional experience working on education or early childhood education policies.
• Experience working effectively in coalitions and networks.

Compensation

Save the Children is offering the following salary ranges for this position, dependent on candidate location:

• Geo 1 - NY Metro, DC, and other locations with labor costs significantly above national average: Target Salary for this position is $66,300 - $74,100 base salary

• Geo 2 - Locations around the US National Labor Cost Average: Target Salary for this position is $60,350 - $67,450 base salary

• Geo 3 - Locations significantly below the US National Labor Cost Average: Target Salary for this position is $54,400 - $60,800 base salary

The salary ranges listed above are for US based candidates. For candidates located outside of the US, salary ranges will be based on the salary scales of the local employer of record. Actual base salary may vary based on, but not limited to, relevant experience, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location (more information on job structure is available here).

About Us

We are looking to build an inclusive team at Save the Children. We offer a range of outstanding benefits to support this goal:

• Flexible schedules and time off: Flexible schedules, generous PTO, 11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays and hybrid working opportunities
• Health: Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Family: A variety of paid leaves: caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness and fertility benefits
• Employee Rewards Program: Annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees
• Retirement: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)
• Wellness: 15 safety and wellness days annually (if hired on or after July 1, safety and wellness days prorated to 8 days), mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events
• Employee Assistance Program: free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services
• Learning & Growth: Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities and mentorships

Click here to learn more about how Save the Children US will invest in you.

Save the Children is committed to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for the children it serves and helping protect the children with whom we are in contact. All Save the Children representatives are explicitly prohibited from engaging in any activity that may result in any kind of child abuse.

Save the Children is committed to minimizing safety and security risks for our valued employees, ensuring all are given training, support and information to reduce their risk exposure while maximizing the impact of our programs for children and families. Our shared duty, both agency and individual, is to seek and maintain safe working conditions for all.

If you require disability assistance with the application or recruitment process, please submit a request to applicantsupport@savechildren.org.