Government Affairs & Aging Outreach Officer

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York’s Department for the Aging seeks a Government Affairs Officer to support outreach, intergovernmental endeavors, and awareness campaigns under the Director of Government Affairs. The role advances NYC Aging’s mission to serve older New Yorkers.

Responsibilities include attending intergovernmental and community meetings, building relationships with officials and service providers, representing NYC Aging at board meetings and events, and collaborating with bureaus on outreach

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in community work or related duties.
• High school graduation or equivalent with six years of related experience.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to (1) or (2), with at least one year of experience as described in (1).

Responsibilities

• Attend intergovernmental and community meetings to represent NYC Aging and promote its programs and initiatives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with elected officials, community leaders, and service providers.
• Represent NYC Aging at Community- and Borough-Board meetings, fairs, organizations, and events as required.
• Lead or participate in presentations, events, and special projects for NYC Aging.
• Collaborate with Bureaus and Units on outreach strategies and awareness campaigns for the aging community.
• Assist in preparing for annual Borough Budget Consultations, Public Hearings, and NYC Aging 101 seminars.
• Maintain current knowledge of aging services and issues in NYC.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience in community work

High school diploma + 6 years experience in community work

Education/experience equivalent to (1) or (2) with at least 1 year of experience

Job description

City of New York’s Department for the Aging seeks a Government Affairs Officer to support outreach, intergovernmental endeavors, and awareness campaigns under the Director of Government Affairs. The role advances NYC Aging’s mission to serve older New Yorkers.

Responsibilities include attending intergovernmental and community meetings, building relationships with officials and service providers, representing NYC Aging at board meetings and events, and collaborating with bureaus on outreach