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The Jewish Federation of Greater Houston
Houston, Texas, United States
(on-site)
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The Jewish Federation of Greater Houston
Houston, Texas, United States
(on-site)
Job Type
Full-Time
Min Experience
5-7 Years
Min Education
BA/BS/Undergraduate
Job Function
Government Relations
Public Affairs Manager
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Public Affairs Manager
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Description
The Public Affairs Manager plays a key role in advancing the mission of the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston by cultivating strategic partnerships and leading initiatives in government relations and community engagement. This position is responsible for developing and executing strategies that elevate the Federation’s visibility, mobilize the Jewish community on key issues, and ensure meaningful relationships with civic, faith, and government stakeholders.
The ideal candidate brings strong experience in public affairs, advocacy, or nonprofit leadership, with a demonstrated commitment to policy, civic engagement, and Jewish communal life.
Government Relations and Advocacy:
- Implement government relations strategies in collaboration with the Public Affairs Director including engagement with elected officials and policy makers at the local, state, and federal levels.
- Represent the Federation in coalitions and external advocacy efforts to amplify Jewish community priorities.
- Prepare and deliver briefing materials, position papers, and legislative updates for internal and external stakeholders, including the Federation’s Public Affairs Committee.
- Monitor and analyze relevant legislation and public policy trends; advise senior leadership on advocacy opportunities.
- Maintain relationships with public officials, national Jewish advocacy organizations, and community leaders.
- Support Israel-related policy engagement and Federation initiatives.
- Manage the administration of the organization’s Nonprofit Security Grant and assist with communication to organization about the details of this grant program
Community Relations and Partnerships:
- Nurture partnerships with faith groups outside the Jewish community, nonprofit organizations, civic leaders, and community groups to advance shared goals and initiatives.
- Collaborate with other members of the Impact Team to plan and execute programs that strengthen cross-sector relationships.
- Manage logistics and communications related to community site visits, partner events, and public programming.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and has an interest in advocacy or government affairs.
- 5-7 years of work experience in public affairs or related field.
- Possess passion for the Jewish Community and for public policy issues.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to support the planning of public events.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of Israel politics and current events.
- Strategic and creative thinker.
- Works well in a team environment.
Job ID: 79976688
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