Political Advocacy Manager

Government Relations Advocate

NRECA is a unique national trade association providing advocacy, financial services and business support services to over 900 consumer owned electric cooperatives across the country. NRECA employees are united by our mission, inclusive culture, collaborative workplace and commitment to service excellence. As a "best place to work" employer, we operate with integrity, transparency and a spirit of innovation.

As a member of our Government Relations department, you will be joining a team that advocates on behalf of NRECA members on federal legislative and regulatory matters and in national policy forums and develops and trains our grassroots to impact policies at the federal, state and local level. This position is onsite located in Arlington, VA.

We are looking for someone to support and advance two key political engagement programs at NRECA : America's Electric Cooperatives PAC and Co-ops Vote. This person will work collaboratively with the Political Affairs team to contribute substantively to the PAC and Co-ops Vote programs, including program direction, engagement, growth and work product. They will maintain the PAC database and own the PAC recognition awards distribution list. They will be responsible for the quarterly PAC newsletter, working with political fundraisers to plan and execute PAC events at the NRECA Capitol Hill office and assist with Co-ops Vote content creation.

Key Responsibilities :

• Supports and advances the PAC and Co-ops Vote programs through materials, and engagement initiatives.
• Maintains PAC membership database; generates reports and metrics as needed.
• Collaborates across teams to draft and distribute the PAC Quarterly Newsletter to 25,000+ members; identifies opportunities to improve content and reach.
• Partners with Finance and Advocacy teams to prepare documentation, track contributions / expenditures, and ensure legal compliance.
• Coordinates with PAC Director and fundraisers to plan and execute Capitol Hill PAC events; manages event calendar.
• Oversees PAC sign-up platforms for CEOs and Directors; enhances cooperative.com user experience to boost engagement and recruitment.
• Manages PAC recognition programs, including ordering and distributing 10,000+ membership pins annually.

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The preceding job description has been written to reflect management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

NRECA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail

humanresources@nreca.coop

or call : 703-907-5992 - NRECA Arlington Human Resources. Please call 402-483-9275 - NRECA Lincoln Human Resources, for Lincoln, NE employment opportunities. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.