Education Policy & Advocacy Lead

Edtx; Austin (TX); Híbrido; USD 90.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Educate Texas, an initiative of Communities Foundation of Texas, seeks a Deputy Director of Policy and Advocacy to drive evidence-based education and workforce policy priorities in Texas. The role collaborates with EDTX colleagues, co-leads policy councils, and translates research into clear policy recommendations and communications.

Based in Austin, the candidate will monitor legislation, build relationships with policymakers and practitioners, and manage policy projects, events, and budgets

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
• 4+ years of policy, public affairs, or government relations experience.
• Knowledge of educator effectiveness, college/career readiness, AI and workforce policy.
• Experience with policymaking processes in legislative or agency contexts.
• Experience in coalition building, communications, data analysis, or stakeholder engagement.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and coordinate policy and advocacy strategies.
• Monitor legislation, agency rules, and research; translate into recommendations and materials.
• Cultivate relationships with policymakers, staff, and practitioners.
• Co-lead policy councils, plan events, and manage research projects.
• Create targeted communications and testify when needed.
• Manage multiple projects and budgets with attention to results.

Conocimientos

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Policy advocacy

Project management

Budget management

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in education policy or related field

Descripción del empleo

Educate Texas, an initiative of Communities Foundation of Texas, seeks a Deputy Director of Policy and Advocacy to drive evidence-based education and workforce policy priorities in Texas. The role collaborates with EDTX colleagues, co-leads policy councils, and translates research into clear policy recommendations and communications.

Based in Austin, the candidate will monitor legislation, build relationships with policymakers and practitioners, and manage policy projects, events, and budgets