Strategic Events & Content Manager for Capitol Hill Outreach

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 93,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Services Corporation (LSC) seeks a Strategic Programming and Event Manager to develop substantive content for events and presentations, and to partner with grantees on local programming. This role supports outreach to Members of Congress and stakeholders, translating complex legal issues into compelling content.

The position reports to GRPA's Communications Director, requires travel, and works within the Office of Government Relations and Public Affairs in Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.
• Strong editorial judgment with ability to identify compelling topics and speakers.
• Ability to translate complex legal and policy issues into accessible content.
• Experience developing substantive programming for events and executive presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead content development for LSC events and programs, including Board meetings and Capitol Hill briefings.
• Develop event concepts, themes, agendas, and program content with stakeholders.
• Assess risks and ensure messaging reaches target audiences effectively.
• Research topics, vet speakers, moderators, and participants for events.
• Prepare speakers and briefing materials, talking points, and scripts.
• Translate research and policy into engaging programming for policymakers and audiences.
• Coordinate with Travel and Event Manager to align programming with budgets and timelines.
• Collaborate with GRPA to support mission and outreach objectives.
• Conduct post-event evaluations to identify lessons learned and improvements.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal comms

Editorial judgment

translating complex topics

Strong interpersonal skills

Project management

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Presentation tools

CRM systems

Event-management platforms

Generative AI tools

Job description

Legal Services Corporation (LSC) seeks a Strategic Programming and Event Manager to develop substantive content for events and presentations, and to partner with grantees on local programming. This role supports outreach to Members of Congress and stakeholders, translating complex legal issues into compelling content.

The position reports to GRPA's Communications Director, requires travel, and works within the Office of Government Relations and Public Affairs in Washington, DC.