Manager, Advocacy Engagement and Mobilization

The ALS Association is the largest ALS organization in the world. The ALS Association funds global research collaborations, assists people with ALS and their families through its nationwide network of care and certified clinical care centers, and advocates for better public policies for people with ALS. The mission of the ALS Association is to make ALS livable and cure it. For more information about the ALS Association, visit our website at www.als.org

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manager, Advocacy Engagement and Mobilization, plays a critical role in advancing The ALS Association’s mission through direct advocacy, coalition engagement, and public affairs initiatives. Reporting to the Director of Advocacy Engagement & Mobilization, this position supports day-to-day execution of federal and state advocacy efforts, manages issue campaigns, and helps strengthen relationships with policymakers, advocates, and partner organizations. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, organized project manager, and passionate advocate for people living with ALS.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the execution of federal and state advocacy strategies and policy campaigns under the direction of the Director of Engagement and Mobilization
• Draft advocacy materials including action alerts, fact sheets, blog posts, talking points, and social media content to advance the Association’s legislative and regulatory priorities
• Coordinate day-to-day advocacy communications, including updating the Advocacy Action Center and monitoring engagement metrics
• Drive the creation and execution of compelling public affairs messaging and materials that elevate and reinforce the Association’s government affairs objectives
• Assist in managing logistics for advocacy events, including briefings, webinars, and Hill or state-level meetings
• Track and analyze policy developments, hearings, and legislation relevant to ALS and related health policy issues
• Support grassroots engagement, including recruitment, training, and mobilization of advocates
• Assist with the development of advocacy reports, presentations, and dashboards to evaluate campaign effectiveness
• Provide administrative and project management support to the Advocacy & Public Policy team
• Represent The ALS Association at meetings, coalition convenings, and advocacy events as assigned
• Perform other duties as required to support the team’s mission and objectives
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Support the execution of federal and state advocacy strategies and policy campaigns under the direction of the Director of Engagement and Mobilization
• Draft advocacy materials including action alerts, fact sheets, blog posts, talking points, and social media content to advance the Association’s legislative and regulatory priorities
• Coordinate day-to-day advocacy communications, including updating the Advocacy Action Center and monitoring engagement metrics
• Drive the creation and execution of compelling public affairs messaging and materials that elevate and reinforce the Association’s government affairs objectives
• Assist in managing logistics for advocacy events, including briefings, webinars, and Hill or state-level meetings
• Track and analyze policy developments, hearings, and legislation relevant to ALS and related health policy issues
• Support grassroots engagement, including recruitment, training, and mobilization of advocates
• Assist with the development of advocacy reports, presentations, and dashboards to evaluate campaign effectiveness
• Provide administrative and project management support to the Advocacy & Public Policy team
• Represent The ALS Association at meetings, coalition convenings, and advocacy events as assigned
• Perform other duties as required to support the team’s mission and objectives
  
  

PAY TRANSPARENCY:

The ALS Association's pay range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000 annually.

The ALS Association has compensation ranges for various work locations throughout the United States, allowing us to compensate employees competitively and consistently in diverse geographic markets. The above-listed listed range shows prospective compensation for this role; the appropriate range will be established by what is eventually determined to be the candidate's primary work location. Various factors, including the complexity and significance of the role, job duties/requirements, relevant experience and abilities, and primary work location, determine individual compensation. Compensation ranges are evaluated and typically adjusted on a regular basis. Offers are made within the compensation range that is in effect at the time of the job offer.

The Association may, at its discretion, offer merit-based increases tied to individual performance. The benefits listed may differ depending on employment status with the Association. Healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with employer match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, well-being benefits, paid time off and several paid holidays are available to Association employees, among other benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The ALS Association endeavors to make www.als.org accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please email onlineaccommodations@alsa-national.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

The ALS Association highly encourages their employees to be fully vaccinated, as considered per the CDC guidelines, with the COVID-19 vaccination. Requirements to have or obtain a COVID-19 vaccination may be applicable by state, local, and other federal orders or applicable lawful requirements by third-party clinics, vendors, or events attended on ALS Association business. If applicable, proof of vaccination will be required, unless approved for a legally required exemption by The ALS Association.

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