Federal Government Relations Lead

ADL (Anti-Defamation League); Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ADL (Anti-Defamation League) in Washington, DC seeks an Assistant Director, Government Relations to drive the federal policy agenda and coordinate with national partners. The role focuses on combating antisemitism, influencing policy, and elevating ADL’s programs with leaders across government and civil society.

You will manage priority campaigns, build coalitions, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience advancing policy agendas in Washington, D.C.
• Strong understanding of policy-making processes in federal government.
• Demonstrated ability to work with Congressional Members from both parties.
• Ability to build coalitions to advance policy.

Responsibilities

• Serve as ADL’s federal legislative and executive branch advocate for ADL’s federal policy agenda.
• Lead project management for federal priorities with stakeholders and deadlines.
• Support National Affairs initiatives and coordinate with other departments.
• Build strategic relationships with congressional offices, caucuses, and White House staff.
• Coordinate engagement with federal and national stakeholders.
• Prepare communications on behalf of National Affairs leadership.
• Track major federal policy debates and assist regional federal engagement.
• Develop themes for events such as webinars and Never is Now Conference.

Skills

Project management

Policy advocacy

Federal policy

Stakeholder engagement

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ADL (Anti-Defamation League) in Washington, DC seeks an Assistant Director, Government Relations to drive the federal policy agenda and coordinate with national partners. The role focuses on combating antisemitism, influencing policy, and elevating ADL’s programs with leaders across government and civil society.

You will manage priority campaigns, build coalitions, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.