Vice President, Government Relations

Defenders of Wildlife

Washington, DC

Hybrid senior

Description

The Vice President of Government Relations leads Defenders' congressional advocacy and key federal Executive Branch initiatives. This role strengthens relationships with Congress, the White House, agencies, and partner organizations, directs legislative campaigns, and shapes policy positions. Responsibilities include managing advocacy strategy, supervising staff, overseeing budgets, ensuring compliance with lobbying laws, and driving constituency-building efforts.

Skills Required

Political experience, Lobbying, Federal legislative process, Leadership skills, Staff recruitment, Team development, Organizational development, Planning, Budgeting, Administration, Organizational positioning, Environmental community knowledge, Environmental laws, Wildlife policy issues, Conservation biology, Writing and verbal communications, Drafting and presenting testimony, Media skills, Press releases, Editorial writers, Television and radio interviews, Grassroots organizing strategies, Federal compliance and reporting laws

Benefits

Not specified

Job Details
Compensation:
$195,000 - $210,000 / year
Work Schedule:
Hybrid
Seniority:
senior
Degree Required:
Under Graduate
Posted:
2026-01-26 10:40:24
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