Director, Government Relations & Federal Funding Strategy

Jm Aq; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Healthcare

Dental

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Vision

Dependent care FSA

Health Savings Account

Transit benefits

Job summary

McAllister & Quinn, a Washington, D.C.-based federal grants consulting and government relations firm, seeks a Director to lead client portfolios and coordinate with senior leadership on congressional engagement and appropriations strategies.

The Director will manage client projects, support meetings on Capitol Hill, and oversee research, drafting, and materials for funding opportunities. This role requires a four-year degree and strong congressional experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; four-year program.
• Four to five years of government-relations experience.
• Experience on Capitol Hill and with federal appropriations preferred.
• Exceptional written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication.
• Client-service mindset with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Managing Directors and Senior Managing Director with client and project management
• Support the Research Analyst in maintaining organized records using internal filing systems and data management tools
• Participate in and help facilitate client meetings and calls
• Schedule and participate in legislative meetings and liaise with congressional staff on behalf of clients
• Prepare meeting agendas and concise briefing materials for recurring client calls
• Track legislation and client issue areas to evaluate relevant congressional and administration policies
• Support business development efforts by drafting and refining client-facing pitch materials and presentations

Skills

Capitol Hill

Congress knowledge

Government relations

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Client-service mindset

Attention to detail

Project management

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

McAllister & Quinn, a Washington, D.C.-based federal grants consulting and government relations firm, seeks a Director to lead client portfolios and coordinate with senior leadership on congressional engagement and appropriations strategies.

The Director will manage client projects, support meetings on Capitol Hill, and oversee research, drafting, and materials for funding opportunities. This role requires a four-year degree and strong congressional experience.