AI Policy Director, Government Affairs

Civic AI Security Program, a 501 (3) nonprofit; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered lunch

Dinner at Berkeley office

Job summary

CivAI in Berkeley is seeking a Director of Policy to lead engagement with Congress and the U.S. government. You will manage government relationships and, depending on fit, present CivAI’s software demonstrations to offices both virtually and in person.

You will travel to Washington, build bipartisan relationships, track AI policy developments, and help educate high-leverage audiences about AI capabilities and risks.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in government, nonprofit, think tank, or corporate policy roles.
• Strong network of policy contacts across government.
• Experience meeting with policymakers and managing relationships.
• Background in AI, technology, national security, or related policy areas.
• Willing to travel to DC and Bay Area as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate meetings with policymakers to present software demos.
• Build bipartisan relationships with policymakers and their staffs.
• Draft internal and external reports to inform broader AI policy strategy.
• Hone CivAI’s strategy for engaging policymakers with compelling presentations.
• Represent CivAI at meetings and conferences among high-leverage audiences.
• Maintain a significant DC presence with travel to Washington for meetings and demos.

Skills

Policy experience

Stakeholder network

Government affairs

Job description

CivAI in Berkeley is seeking a Director of Policy to lead engagement with Congress and the U.S. government. You will manage government relationships and, depending on fit, present CivAI’s software demonstrations to offices both virtually and in person.

You will travel to Washington, build bipartisan relationships, track AI policy developments, and help educate high-leverage audiences about AI capabilities and risks.