VP, Public Affairs Sales & Growth (Hybrid)

DSPolitical, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary with commissions

Open leave

Parental leave

Health coverage

Flex Spending Plan

401K with match

Student loan repayment

Professional development

Recognition programs

Equipment reimbursement

Job summary

Optimal is seeking a Vice President of Public Affairs Sales to lead growth in the advocacy and nonprofit sectors, shaping the agency's visibility and expanding mission‑driven business.

This executive role requires building long‑term client relationships, directing proposals and RFP responses, and guiding cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑impact campaigns from DC or New York on a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in public affairs, campaign strategy, or mission‑driven business development.
• Proven experience managing sales pipelines and securing high‑value contracts.
• Strong writing, presentation, and relationship‑building skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct the agency’s new business strategy in advocacy and public affairs sectors.
• Oversee development of high‑impact proposals, RFP responses, and pitch materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with consultants, foundations, advocacy groups, and aligned partners.

Skills

Sales leadership

Public affairs

Strategy & growth

Proposal development

CRM tools

Team leadership

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Optimal is seeking a Vice President of Public Affairs Sales to lead growth in the advocacy and nonprofit sectors, shaping the agency's visibility and expanding mission‑driven business.

This executive role requires building long‑term client relationships, directing proposals and RFP responses, and guiding cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑impact campaigns from DC or New York on a hybrid schedule.