Lead Associate, Public Partnerships

About the Organization

Mercy Chefs, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit, faith-based charitable organization committed to providing high-quality, professionally prepared meals to victims, first responders, and volunteers during natural disasters and national emergencies. Mercy Chefs recruits food service professionals from across the United States and trains church and community-based volunteers. Mercy Chefs provides food service support to the activities of other organizations.

Summary

Mercy Chefs is seeking a Lead Associate, Public Partnerships to expand and manage our government funding efforts. This role involves internal coordination, complex partnership management, and maintaining relationships with Federal and State government officials. The lead associate will actively track and pursue funding opportunities, manage key relationships, and provide direct support to leadership. The position will handle support documentation, opportunity tracking, and scheduling and follow up communication coordination. The Lead Associate reports to the Director of Strategic Initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)

Public Partnership and Government Relations

• Maintain and grow relationships with federal state officials
• Support funding pursuits by monitoring opportunities, preparing briefing materials, and coordinating submissions
• Track public funding opportunities and ensure timely follow-up with relevant offices
• Coordinate state / federal lobbying reporting as needed
• Spend time on Capitol Hill, attending and assisting in meetings with congressional offices and key stakeholders

Internal Coordination

Knowledge Management and Documentation

Management Support

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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