Government Affairs Strategy Lead

The Metropolitan Museum of Art; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Commuter Benefits

Museum Pass

Job summary

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is seeking a Senior Manager of Government Affairs to lead the museum's policy strategy in city, state, and federal arenas. You will oversee funding requests, briefings, and advocacy materials, and manage a dedicated Government Affairs team.

You will build partnerships with lawmakers, agencies, and cultural coalitions, ensure compliance, and align communications with Museum priorities while reporting to the Chief Diversity & Government Affairs Officer.

Qualifications

• BA required; related field preferred.
• 10+ years in government affairs or public policy.
• 5+ years in management in government affairs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee government affairs strategy across City, State, and Federal levels.
• Manage team, briefs, and advocacy materials.
• Maintain relationships with lawmakers and agencies.
• Monitor policy developments and brief leadership.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Public policy

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical writing

Education

BA in public policy or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Policy tracking tools

Research databases

Job description

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is seeking a Senior Manager of Government Affairs to lead the museum's policy strategy in city, state, and federal arenas. You will oversee funding requests, briefings, and advocacy materials, and manage a dedicated Government Affairs team.

You will build partnerships with lawmakers, agencies, and cultural coalitions, ensure compliance, and align communications with Museum priorities while reporting to the Chief Diversity & Government Affairs Officer.