Grassroots Advocacy Manager — Capitol Hill & Coalitions

America’s Credit Unions; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

America’s Credit Unions seeks a highly organized Manager, Grassroots to lead state-focused advocacy campaigns, design communication strategies, and coordinate grassroots and grasstops education across the organization. You will bridge national advocacy objectives with local action, manage Hill Hikes, and collaborate with state leagues and partners to advance credit union priorities.

You will train staff and volunteers, develop regional engagement plans, and oversee materials for outreach

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in legislator or legislative context, trade association, or related setting.
• Knowledge of legislative research and policy development at state or federal level.
• Strong ability to build and maintain coalitions and alliances on policy issues.
• Excellent organizational and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement state communication strategies to advance federal campaigns and policy projects.
• Manage in-person Capitol Hill meetings for advocates (Hill Hikes).
• Build and maintain relationships with state leagues, credit unions, and external partners on issues.
• Collaborate to provide grassroots and grasstops education and promote engagement with the association.
• Conduct political and legislative trainings and workshops for state league affiliates and coalition partners.
• Lead where needed on coalition-building for state and national advocacy activities.
• Organize exhibit booths at national conferences representing state legislators and procure service proposals/contracts.
• Support Grassroots Committee by developing action items and resources.
• Assist member meetings with state legislators as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

America’s Credit Unions seeks a highly organized Manager, Grassroots to lead state-focused advocacy campaigns, design communication strategies, and coordinate grassroots and grasstops education across the organization. You will bridge national advocacy objectives with local action, manage Hill Hikes, and collaborate with state leagues and partners to advance credit union priorities.

You will train staff and volunteers, develop regional engagement plans, and oversee materials for outreach