Hybrid Government Affairs Manager

NYC Tourism + Conventions; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

PTO days

Paid holidays

Floating holiday

Healthcare plans

Retirement plan

Cell phone credit

Transit allowance

Job summary

NYC Tourism + Conventions seeks an experienced Manager, Government Affairs to lead the day-to-day government relations function within the Legal and External Affairs Group. Reporting to the COO & General Counsel, you will manage relationships with city agencies, officials, and stakeholders while guiding policy monitoring and advocacy efforts.

You’ll develop strategic briefs, coordinate with external lobbyists, and supervise the Government Affairs Committee, contributing to the organization’s

Qualifications

• A./B.S. degree with 5–7 years of government relations experience.
• Deep knowledge of New York City government is required.
• Strong network of NYC contacts and relationships is imperative.
• Experience in politics, tourism or marketing is a plus.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for NYC Tourism to city agencies, elected officials and staff.
• Lead stakeholder engagement across NYC’s five boroughs.
• Monitor relevant policy developments and advise on actions.
• Prepare policy memos and recommended courses of action.
• Manage Government Affairs Committee and external consultants.

Skills

Verbal communication

Project management

Independent work

Attention to detail

Discretion

Quantitative skills

Education

A./B.S. degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

NYC Tourism + Conventions seeks an experienced Manager, Government Affairs to lead the day-to-day government relations function within the Legal and External Affairs Group. Reporting to the COO & General Counsel, you will manage relationships with city agencies, officials, and stakeholders while guiding policy monitoring and advocacy efforts.

You’ll develop strategic briefs, coordinate with external lobbyists, and supervise the Government Affairs Committee, contributing to the organization’s