GRASSROOTS ADVOCACY MANAGER

American Academy of Neurology; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

PTO & holidays

Comprehensive wellness programs

Paid parental leave

Job summary

American Academy of Neurology seeks a Grassroots Advocacy Manager to lead high-impact grassroots and grasstops advocacy initiatives that energize members and strengthen the Academy’s voice with policymakers. Working with internal teams and external partners, this role drives strategic engagement to expand influence, build robust advocacy programs, and advance the Academy’s advocacy agenda.

Based in Washington, DC, the role is hybrid (office + remote) and requires collaboration across teams to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of advocacy program management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to uphold the AAN’s values.
• Demonstrated advanced oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead grassroots and grasstops advocacy initiatives energizing members.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to engage policymakers.
• Expand influence and build robust advocacy programs.
• Advance AAN’s advocacy agenda with strategic engagement.

Skills

Advocacy program management

Oral and written communication

Planning and program development

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-project management

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPt

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Communication, Public Policy, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You’ll Do.The Grassroots Advocacy Manager leads high-impact grassroots and grasstops advocacy initiatives that energize AAN members and strengthen the Academy’s voice with policymakers. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, this role drives strategic engagement efforts that expand influence, build strong advocacy programs, and advance the overall success of AAN’s advocacy agenda.

What You’ll Do.The Grassroots Advocacy Manager leads high-impact grassroots and grasstops advocacy initiatives that energize AAN members and strengthen the Academy’s voice with policymakers. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, this role drives strategic engagement efforts that expand influence, build strong advocacy programs, and advance the overall success of AAN’s advocacy agenda.

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Who We Are.Join a diverse community of fun, energetic, and dedicated employees and members who are committed to supporting neurologists worldwide in providing exceptional care to their patients. The AAN's vision is to be indispensable to our members, and we continue to embrace our values of Community, Leadership, Well-being and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Together, we pursue our mission to enhance member career fulfillment and promote brain health for all.

The AAN, founded in Minneapolis in 1948, supports and represents more than 40,000 neurologists and neuroscience professionals worldwide who provide crucial patient care, seek new cures and treatments for brain disease and work to ensure patient access to the right care. Our headquarters is in a stunning, energy-efficient office, located in downtown Minneapolis’s dynamic Mill District, and our public policy office is near the action on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Both locations offer easy access to light rail, major bus lines, parking options, walking/biking paths, and a myriad of dining and entertainment choices, making it a vibrant hub for everyone.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Communication, Public Policy, or related field

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in advocacy program management experience
• Demonstrated ability to uphold the AAN’s values
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office, specifically in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong organizational skills including planning, delegating, and program development
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated advanced oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Association experience is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information is preferred
• Exhibits independent analytical and problem-solving skills is preferred
• Ability to consistently provide exceptional customer service in person, on the phone, and through written and electronic correspondence is preferred

Relevant education and/or experience exceeding the required qualifications may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Travel Requirements: Some travel required - up to 10%

Location: Washington DC and is identified as hybrid (required to work in the office with the ability to work remotely part of the week)

Schedule: Occasional evening and weekend required

AI utilization : the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) is assumed and expected to be used in a responsible, ethical, and transparent manner. Human judgement, critical thinking, and creativity remain essential to AAN’s operations and decision making.

What We Offer.

• Thrive at Work and Beyond
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Generous PTO & holidays
  • Comprehensive wellness programs
  • Paid parental, family, and bereavement leave
• Benefits to Secure Your Future
  • Competitive salary & incentive program
  • 10.5% 401(k) contribution & financial planning resources
  • Paid life, and both long- and short-term disability insurance
• Benefits to Grow With Us
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training programs
  • Monetary years of service recognition awards
• Feel Recognized & Connected (Culture & Community)
  • Employee awards & peer recognition to celebrate excellence
  • Team-building events & company celebrations to foster connections
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives to create a culture where everyone belongs
  • Volunteer days & charitable giving programs to make an impact beyond the workplace
• Health & Happiness (Medical, Dental, Vision & More)
  • Comprehensive health coverage with medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Telemedicine & mental health resources for accessible care
  • Onsite workout facility, gender-neutral restroom, wellness and lactation rooms
  • Transportation subsidy
  • Flavored waters & on-site fitness

Great Location: Our headquarters is a beautiful, energy-efficient office in Minneapolis, MN. Our headquarters is in a stunning, energy-efficient office, located in downtown Minneapolis’s dynamic Mill District, and our public policy office is near the action on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Both locations offer easy access to light rail, major bus lines, parking options, walking/biking paths, and a myriad of dining and entertainment choices, making it a vibrant hub for everyone.

Great People in Great Careers: The AAN offers talent opportunities in the fields of Administration, Accounting, Marketing, Communications, Digital Development, Event Planning, Social Media, Research, Health Policy, Information Systems, Project Management, and more.

Additional Resources

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The American Academy of Neurology is an equal opportunity employer.