VP, Federal Policy & Government Relations

Save the Children; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 187,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules and time off

Health care benefits

Hybrid working opportunities

Job summary

Save the Children seeks a Head of Government Relations and Policy to set and lead the federal policy strategy across international and domestic issues. You will oversee three policy teams focused on global development, humanitarian, and domestic policy, ensuring results through congressional and executive action.

You will align federal strategy with enterprise priorities, coordinate with SCAN and other teams, and represent Save the Children with U.S. government stakeholders and coalitions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent plus at least 15 years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with the legislative process, including domestic and foreign appropriations.
• Experience managing staff, budgeting, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Set and drive federal government relations and policy strategy across international and domestic issues.
• Lead three policy teams in developing integrated strategies that deliver policy change for children.
• Oversee engagement with Congress, the Administration, and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with lobbying laws and organizational policies.
• Manage the Government Relations department budget and cross-divisional grants.

Skills

Policy strategy

Legislative process

Team leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Travel willingness

MS Office proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

15+ years relevant experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Save the Children seeks a Head of Government Relations and Policy to set and lead the federal policy strategy across international and domestic issues. You will oversee three policy teams focused on global development, humanitarian, and domestic policy, ensuring results through congressional and executive action.

You will align federal strategy with enterprise priorities, coordinate with SCAN and other teams, and represent Save the Children with U.S. government stakeholders and coalitions.