Director, Policy and Advocacy Job at Movember (Dublin)

Director, Policy and Advocacy (EU)

Men are dying too young – and it doesn’t have to be that way. Around the world, ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

75000.00 GBP / Year

Movember

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualifications in public policy, politics, political science or related disciplines or equivalent relatable experience
A self-starter with the ability to work independently and communicated regularly about activities
8+ years' experience in the development of policies, position statements and briefing papers or the leadership of advocacy campaigns with a policy focus within the EU
Experiencing in establishing collaborative relationships with EU bodies
A well-versed public speaker who can adapt speaking opportunities to flex for a government or internal audience
Experience working for an agency or leading agency partners
Demonstrated experience in engaging with a range of stakeholders
Excellent social research skills and ability to apply analysis and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to apply contemporary research principles and practices to your work
Experience in adapting work to politically agile times and adapting to changing government priorities

Job Responsibility

Operationalising and leading Movember’s advocacy and policy strategy in the EU
Taking responsibility for the development and management of a local advocacy partnership strategy and support management of key relationships eg. health systems, governments, policy makers, research and clinical partners, industry associations, corporates and marketing partners
Proactively engaging with Europes top politicians and NGOs to hold relationships that will change policy
Working with our online harms team to influence regulation and policy to improve the experiences of young men online
Leading and coordinating events and engagement of health professionals and health organisations to socialise and promote Movember policy agenda
Producing submissions and policy briefs on topics relevant to health for government inquiries and agencies
Partner with the Movember MarComms colleagues to develop public engagement and media strategies that drive and support policy change inline with our advocacy priorities
Managing government relations and media relations consultants, ensuring they have clear briefs, which deliver against your local advocacy strategy on time and against budget
Work as internal champion for advocacy and policy work, working to ensure colleagues in the policy and advocacy team across Movembers core six markets are aware of your work in the EU and you are learning from other markets as well as other departments

What we offer

Hybrid/Flexible working – we offer our team a split of home and office working
13 weeks paid Parental Leave and 6 weeks annual leave
Health Cash Plan – to support the costs of everyday healthcare needs (dental, optical, wellbeing)
An Employee Assistance Programme offering face to face counselling, plus legal and financial support
A fun stimulating and collaborating culture, with company events
Service awards after 3, 5 and 10 year
Committees to join – Culture team, Equity Diversity & Inclusion
Bike to work scheme
Half day Fridays for 9 months of the year

Fulltime

Government Affairs Director (Policy & Advocacy)

This role is to drive public policy and external engagement in the competition a...

Location

United Kingdom , Multiple Locations

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration, Technology, Law, Liberal Arts, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years work experience in government affairs, corporate affairs, public policy, government, or related area OR equivalent experience
Demonstrable ability to secure policy change via third parties e.g. Think Tanks, Trade Associations, Customers etc.
This role requires proficiency in written, reading, and conversational English.

Job Responsibility

Advocates for, and manages, policy issues
Develops and implements strategies for leveraging partnerships with external partners and key influencers to advance Microsoft's public policy agenda, and/or business objectives across the company in several key areas
Participates in internal/external events and is active with driving social media engagement on key issues
Builds and maintains a strong, ongoing network and coalition with complex governmental and non-governmental stakeholders
Acts as a subject matter expert for a large, critical projects, and may provide direction to teammates or a cross-functional project team, or act as a project lead across country and team lines
Applies strategy by understanding the role in the team and applying the strategy provided by senior team members
Under instruction from others, researches new tools, technologies, and methods being used in the community that can be utilized to improve product quality, performance, or efficiency
Reinforces a positive environment by learning and adopting best practices
Maintains or develops ties with external network of peers and identifies prospective talent for Microsoft research pipelines, when asked
Assists with documentation for senior team members as requested

Fulltime

Director of Policy and Regulatory Affairs

XYPN is the only turnkey advice and planning platform that makes it possible for...

Location

United States , Bozeman

Salary:

100000.00 - 142000.00 USD / Year

XY Planning Network

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of relevant experience in public policy, regulatory affairs, government relations, securities regulation, or financial services advocacy, including experience tracking, analyzing, and responding to state and/or federal regulatory developments
Proven ability to independently analyze and summarize complex securities legislation and regulatory proposals
Excellent written communication skills with experience drafting white papers, policy briefs, and comment letters
Familiarity with administrative rulemaking processes, public comment procedures, regulatory hearings, and policy engagement strategies
Strong understanding of the securities and financial services regulatory framework governing investment advisers
Strong relationship management, with the ability to build credibility across regulators, members, and industry partners
Comfort operating both strategically and operationally, from shaping advocacy priorities to executing day-to-day policy work
Strong track record of managing high-stakes policy issues and building relationships with financial regulators at the state and federal level
Legally authorized to live and work in the United States without present or future need for sponsorship

Job Responsibility

Monitor for relevant regulatory developments across all 50 states and the SEC, ensuring timely awareness of new compliance issues, rule proposals, and comment periods
Develop and maintain XYPN’s advocacy and policy roadmap, including issue tracking, prioritization, engagement status, and next steps
Partner with the Managing Director and Executive Team to shape advocacy priorities and provide informed recommendations on engagement opportunities
Develop a deep understanding of XYPN member firms, industry trends, and emerging regulatory issues to inform advocacy priorities and identify opportunities to influence regulation
Develop consistent channels for gathering member feedback, case studies, and practical examples to inform XYPN’s advocacy positions
Coordinate member-facing communications regarding advocacy initiatives, regulatory updates, and policy resources
Partner with members to prepare for legislative or regulatory hearings, meetings with state regulators and legislators, and other advocacy opportunities, including testimony and supporting materials
Develop and deliver educational sessions for legislators, regulators, XYPN members, and industry groups on regulatory trends, RIA business models, operational realities, and the impact of proposed regulation
Build productive relationships with regulators, industry stakeholders, advocacy partners, and member firms to support ongoing dialogue and collaboration
Coordinate strategic partnerships with industry associations, including IAA, FPA, NAPFA, CFP Board, and other aligned organizations

What we offer

100%- employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Unlimited vacation days (minimum of 3 weeks per year)
9 paid holidays (flexible holidays)
401(k) with match (you put in 6%, we put in 4.5%)
12 weeks paid parental leave
Health insurance w/ employer contribution
Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life and AD&D, and Accident insurance options
Pet insurance availability
Health Savings & Flex Spending Accounts available
Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance

Fulltime

Director, Advocacy Strategy and Engagement

The Director, Advocacy Strategy and Engagement will oversee the day-to-day grass...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

140000.00 - 185000.00 USD / Year

Buckeye Valley Family YMCA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher required in a relevant field. Advanced degree strongly preferred
8-12 years of issues management experience in a political or public affairs environment, Capital Hill experience preferred
Expert functional skills, advanced industry knowledge and experience, advanced managerial skills
Manages multiple teams or functions
Strategic and operational decision-making authority
Highly complex tasks and managerial tasks
Minimal supervision

Job Responsibility

Create, implement, and evaluate an integrated strategic mobilization plan for the Department to advance the policy priorities of Y-USA and increase grassroots engagement across the network
Manage the development, distribution, and maintenance of all advocacy collateral including, but not limited to, talking points, videos, newsletters, and social media content, in alignment with the Y-USA Marketing and Communications (Marcom) team
Put communications vehicles in place to create momentum and awareness as well as to test the effectiveness of activation tools and resources
Track and measure audience engagement in real time to advance or adjust mobilization campaign strategy
Contribute heavily to the planning and execution of the organization's annual DC fly-in, including development of advocacy materials, programming, strategic targeting, and participation in meetings on Capitol Hill
Participate in national coalition partner meetings and contribute to collective advocacy plans that include Y-USA
Maintain strong working knowledge of Y-USA policy positions and track key developments
Serve as liaison between the Government Relations and Marcom teams, and ensure alignment with other Y-USA departments, as necessary

What we offer

medical
dental
vision
defined benefit plan (retirement savings)
defined contribution plan (403(b) plan
life and disability insurances
technology stipend
generous paid time off

Fulltime

Director, Education and Workforce Policy, Asia

We are looking for a Director, Education and Workforce Policy focused on the Asi...

Location

Australia , Sydney

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Education Policy, Technology Policy, or related field AND plus 6+ years of experience in government affairs, corporate affairs, public policy, or government, or related area
OR equivalent experience
A track record of building and managing strategic relationships to champion education and/or workforce policy priorities
Demonstrated expertise in AI literacy, responsible AI in education, or digital skills policy.

Job Responsibility

Execute the global education and workforce policy strategy through high-impact advocacy and programs in the Asia region, especially in target countries and localities
Lead the design and execution of key policy campaigns, collaborating across functions regionally and globally to amplify Microsoft’s voice
Lead regional policy analysis and recommendations on a diverse set of education and workforce issues, with a focus on AI
Localize the global education and workforce policy agenda to a region and country’s needs and political environment
Support adoption of AI literacy frameworks, standards, and guidance across education systems (K–12, vocational, higher education, and lifelong learning)
Write policy briefs and responses to government requests for input
Anticipate emerging opportunities and threats and lead the development of forward-thinking strategies to address them
Create coalitions or work with a diverse range of partners—from government agencies to think tanks and community leaders—aligning interests and turning stakeholders into advocates for Microsoft’s policy and business goals
Cultivate and sustain influential relationships with regional institutions, ministry staff, regulators, and opinion leaders, building Microsoft’s reputation as a trusted partner and thought leader
Convene and influence key stakeholders, including ministries, employers, labor unions, civil society, and workforce intermediaries

Fulltime

Director, European and UK Public Policy

We are looking for an experienced public policy strategist and advocate to lead ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Whatnot

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of public policy or government affairs experience with or in European institutions and national governments
Strong policy judgment and subject-matter fluency across issues relevant to Whatnot
Experience building and sustaining trusted relationships with policymakers, regulators, industry groups, and civil society
Clear, effective written and oral communication skills
Comfort moving seamlessly from defining strategy to executing it
A collaborative approach to driving outcomes, with experience partnering closely with Legal, Product, Comms, and external consultants

Job Responsibility

Lead Whatnot’s advocacy across the EU and UK
Build and maintain trusted relationships with key policymakers, regulators, and government officials, as well as with business associations, civil society organisations, and other third parties
Monitor and interpret policy and regulatory developments across the EU and UK
Advise senior leadership on the implications of key policy and regulatory proposals
Position Whatnot as a credible, constructive partner on topics such as e-commerce, shipping and customs, product safety, platform liability, and consumer protection
Manage and coordinate external consultants and advisors in Brussels, London and key European markets
Collaborate closely with the Head of Global Public Policy and cross-functional partners to set priorities, refine narrative, and prepare for emerging issues

What we offer

Generous Holiday and Time off Policy
Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision
Work From Home Support
Home office setup allowance
Monthly allowance for cell phone and internet
Care benefits
Monthly allowance for wellness
Annual allowance towards Childcare
Lifetime benefit for family planning, such as adoption or fertility expenses
Retirement

Fulltime

Director of Academic Support and Advocacy

The College Center for Advising Services (CCAS) is a centralized academic advisi...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

70197.00 - 105295.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 7 years of experience in effective leadership and management in student success and support initiatives and services in higher education required
or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Excellent organization, time management, writing ability and interpersonal skills required
Ability to relate to and work well with faculty, staff, students, and colleagues
Commitment to student-centered advisement
demonstrated ability to be sensitive to and understand the needs of students from underrepresented and diverse backgrounds
Desire to proactively and energetically support students' academic success and persistence toward their education and career goals
A working knowledge of databases and data analysis is required

Job Responsibility

Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, training, conducting performance appraisals, developing and overseeing staff performance plans, and/or approving hours worked by employees
Leads one or more major operations of CCAS and plans and directs staff implementation of related programs and other events
Serves as a member of the CCAS Core leadership team
Participates in the development of CCAS strategic initiatives to ensure appropriate use of administrative and staffing resources and alignment with CCAS mission and vision
Partners with the Associate Dean/Senior Director and other leadership team members to build, deliver, and analyze the effectiveness of College Advising services
Participates in planning, implementation, and evaluation of the academic advisement program's goals and objectives
Represents CCAS on College, School or University level committees as appropriate
Stays current with processes, technology, and computer skills relevant to advising and engage in relevant professional development activities, which may include: workshops, attendance at conferences, membership in professional organizations, etc
Lead and coordinate the activities of the Time Away team for undergraduate students who take voluntary or involuntary time away from The College
Develop specialized programming designed to support the unique needs of students during their time away and facilitate their successful return to the University

Fulltime

Director, European Regulatory and R&D Policy

In this vital role you will be responsible for creating an optimal regulatory en...

Location

United Kingdom , Uxbridge; Cambridge

Salary:

Not provided

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in public health, life sciences, public policy, business administration and/or law degree
Demonstrable experience in policy development, analysis and influencing
Demonstrable experience in successfully executing global regulatory policy strategies
Experienced solutions-orientated self-starter

Job Responsibility

Leading the development and execution of strategic plans for each assigned policy area
Ensure that Amgen’s regulatory, safety and R&D policy positions are successfully represented to inform policy development and implementation
Provide internal stakeholders with strategic regulatory policy perspectives
Guide and advise senior leadership in selecting issues, establishing priorities and developing and implementing regulatory policy advocacy plans
Support the creating of necessary infrastructure/processes for developing the regulatory policy function
Influence the development and articulation of Amgen’s position on regulatory policies that impact Amgen’s business
Represent Amgen in interactions with external regulatory, political, policy and professional organisations in a manner that aligns with the “one Amgen’ approach”

What we offer

Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits
Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act

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