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Senior Director of Public Partnerships & Policy

LA’s BEST Expanded Learning

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United States , Los Angeles

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Not provided

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Salary:

113785.00 - 182055.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Senior Director of Public Partnerships & Policy plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission of LA’s BEST by spearheading relationship development, advocacy initiatives, and policy research. This position involves building and maintaining strategic partnerships with government entities and advocacy organizations to secure public funds and advocate for policies beneficial to LA’s BEST and its beneficiaries. The Senior Director of Public Partnerships & Policy is also responsible for monitoring legislative and policy developments, conducting research on relevant trends, and synthesizing findings to inform advocacy strategies. Collaborating closely with internal teams, the Senior Director of Public Partnerships & Policy will help drive communication efforts to position LA’s BEST as a thought leader in the expanded learning field while fostering a culture of collaboration and partnership both internally and externally.

Job Responsibility:

  • Developing and nurturing relationships with local, county, state, and federal entities, including the City of Los Angeles, the County of Los Angeles, LAUSD, state agencies and legislative offices, and federal departments and elected officials, along with key department heads and senior leadership within each public agency
  • Serving as a primary liaison between LA’s BEST and public institutions, advocacy organizations, and partner organizations
  • Supporting the President & CEO in maintaining and strengthening relationships with government and elected officials
  • Leading efforts to influence statewide coalition work and collaborating with key stakeholders to advance policy initiatives and achieve common goals
  • Collaborating with key stakeholders to identify and pursue public funding opportunities
  • Maintaining relationships with public agencies and stakeholders to secure ongoing financial support
  • Advocating for policies and funding that align with LA’s BEST’s goals and mission
  • Collaborating with other youth development organizations to enhance advocacy efforts
  • Participating in coalitions, task forces, and working groups to advance shared advocacy goals
  • Fostering a culture of deep collaboration and partnership both internally and externally
  • Monitoring legislative and policy developments at the local, state, and federal levels that impact LA’s BEST
  • Leveraging policy knowledge to inform internal strategy, finance, and operational decisions
  • Researching and analyzing relevant policies and funding opportunities
  • Researching and identifying new opportunities for public funding
  • Synthesizing research findings to inform advocacy strategies
  • Conducting ongoing research related to trends and issues impacting the fields of expanded learning and youth development
  • Providing recommendations to the President & CEO for strategic planning
  • Collaborating with the President & CEO to develop and execute strategies that position them as a thought leader in expanded learning
  • Partnering with the Marketing & Communications department to create and disseminate communications content and collateral to support policy and advocacy efforts
  • Collaborating with the Director of Marketing & Communications to ensure messaging aligns with advocacy goals
  • Positioning LA’s BEST as a thought leader in the field of expanded learning
  • Sharing knowledge and insights with internal stakeholders and external partners

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, political science, international relations, or a related field is required
  • graduate degree is highly preferred
  • A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in public policy, government relations, advocacy, or community organizing is required, with a proven track record of building and maintaining strategic partnerships and advocating for policies at the local, state, and federal levels
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and nurture relationships with government entities, advocacy organizations, funders, and partner organizations to advance organizational goals and mission
  • Proficiency in advocating for policies and funding that align with organizational goals, as well as monitoring legislative and policy developments at multiple levels of government
  • Strong research and writing skills, including the ability to conduct policy research, analyze trends, synthesize findings, and translate research into actionable advocacy strategies
  • Understanding of financial principles and strategies to secure ongoing financial support for programs and initiatives, including experience in identifying and pursuing public funding opportunities
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to effectively communicate complex policy issues to diverse audiences and support the creation and distribution of communications content and collateral
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external partners, and coalitions to identify funding opportunities and enhance advocacy efforts
What we offer:
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, & vision insurance for employees
  • life insurance
  • short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match after six months of continuous employment
  • paid time off

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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