Government Affairs and Advocacy Specialist
Quick answer
NPR is hiring a mid-level Government Affairs and Advocacy Specialist (Washington, D.C.-based) paying $132,000 - $139,000 plus benefits to build and maintain a political network and manage advocacy strategies.
- Role
- Government Affairs and Advocacy Specialist
- Organization
- NPR
- Location
- Washington, D.C. (hybrid role)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $132,000 - $139,000 plus benefits
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
NPR is seeking a full-time, exempt position to build and maintain a political network across Capitol Hill and federal agencies, manage advocacy strategies, and track legislative, regulatory, and policy developments impacting public radio stations.
What you'll do
- Build and maintain a sophisticated political network across Capitol Hill and federal agencies
- Proactively manage a dynamic advocacy strategy for federal initiatives
- Track, analyze, and brief internal leadership on legislative, regulatory, and policy developments
- Design and execute proactive engagement plans
- Regularly meet with Hill staff to educate them on relevant public radio updates
- Conduct in-depth research on Members of Congress and executive branch officials
What it takes
- 5-7 years experience in a government affairs or advocacy role
- Time spent working in Congress with an emphasis on the House of Representatives
- Existing professional networks on the Hill, with an emphasis on the House of Representatives
- Experience navigating the federal appropriations process
- Experience with nonpartisan advocacy initiatives
- Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google suite products
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive benefits including health and wellness, paid time off, and financial well-being
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Washington, D.C. with a hybrid work schedule.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is $132,000 - $139,000 plus benefits.
What are the minimum qualifications?
The minimum qualifications include 5-7 years of experience in government affairs or advocacy, working in Congress, and navigating the federal appropriations process.
How do I apply?
Please submit your resume and cover letter by 5:00 pm EST on October 9th, 2026, and include a response to the prompt in your cover letter.
Is the role remote?
The role is hybrid, with some duties better performed at an NPR facility. The employee must be in the office at least 3 days a week, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
How to apply
Apply directly on NPR's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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