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Government Affairs Manager

LocationHouston, TX
SetupOn-site
LevelMid
Posted2w ago
Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

Houston Food Bank is hiring a mid-level Government Affairs Manager (Houston, TX) paying $74,080 - $92,600 to build relationships with state government officials and provide advocacy training.

Role
Government Affairs Manager
Organization
Houston Food Bank
Location
Houston, TX
Work setup
On-site
Level
Mid
Compensation
$74,080 - $92,600
Category
Communications & Marketing

The role

The Government Affairs Manager is responsible for building relationships with state government officials, researching and analyzing policies, and providing advocacy training for partner organizations. This role requires 3-5 years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, or a related field.

What you'll do

  • Builds relationships with state government officials
  • Researches and analyzes policies
  • Provides advocacy training for partner organizations
  • Maintains a database of government officials and their staff
  • Assists in connecting state government officials with HFB or community stakeholders
  • Works with key stakeholders to elicit input on systems change

What it takes

  • Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, or a related field
  • 3-5 years of related experience
  • 3-5 years in public policy or related work
  • 2-3 years of management experience with direct reports
  • Fluency in government policy and funding process
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What you'll bring

Strategic relationship buildingPolicy research and analysisAdvocacy trainingPublic speaking and presentationData analysisProject management

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Houston, TX.

What is the compensation range?

The compensation range is $74,080 - $92,600.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Affairs, or a related field, 3-5 years of related experience, and 2-3 years of management experience with direct reports.

How do I apply?

To apply, visit the Houston Food Bank job posting page.

Is the job remote?

The job is in-office.

How to apply

Apply directly on Houston Food Bank's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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