Strategic Partnerships & Government Affairs Lead

Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, Inc; St. Louis (MO); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, Inc. in St. Louis seeks a Director of Partnerships and Government Affairs who will lead the Center’s engagement with local, state, and federal government to align policy activity with the mission and strategic plan.

Reporting to the President and collaborating with the Executive Assistant, this role coordinates legislative monitoring, funding opportunities, and public‑sector partnerships while ensuring compliance with lobbying and nonprofit requirements.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in policy or administration.
• Proven leadership in nonprofit or public-interest organizations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.

Responsabilidades

• Lead relationships with local, state and federal officials and agencies.
• Track policy developments and translate them into actionable intelligence for leadership.
• Identify and pursue public funding opportunities and collaborations.
• Coordinate responses to government inquiries and external outreach.
• Ensure compliance with lobbying, disclosure and nonprofit requirements.
• Represent the Center in coalitions, forums, and advisory bodies.
• Support executive thought leadership and public communications.

Conocimientos

Leadership experience

Public sector engagement

Strategic judgment

Policy analysis

Relationship building

Board collaboration

Executive communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Descripción del empleo

The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, Inc. in St. Louis seeks a Director of Partnerships and Government Affairs who will lead the Center’s engagement with local, state, and federal government to align policy activity with the mission and strategic plan.

Reporting to the President and collaborating with the Executive Assistant, this role coordinates legislative monitoring, funding opportunities, and public‑sector partnerships while ensuring compliance with lobbying and nonprofit requirements.