Executive Director of Government Relations

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Executive Director of Government Relations
About the Company
Top-ranking university
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1838
Employees 10,001+
Categories
Virginia Commonwealth University Higher Education Life Science Universities Education Colleges & Universities
Specialties
higher education college university graduate school research art business life sciences medical and medicine nursing dentistry allied health communications
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director for Government Relations to lead the strategic advancement of its interests across local, state, and federal levels. The successful candidate will be the chief architect of the company's government relations strategy, responsible for forging influential partnerships, shaping public policy, and elevating the company's voice on critical issues. This key leadership role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of legislative, regulatory, and political processes, and a proven ability to advocate effectively for institutional interests in education, research, healthcare, and economic development. The Executive Director will also be tasked with developing and implementing strategic legislative and executive branch agendas, monitoring and analyzing relevant developments, and ensuring a unified and strategic approach to government affairs across the company.
Applicants for the Executive Director position should have significant experience in government relations, public policy, or legislative affairs, preferably within a complex sector such as higher education or healthcare. A bachelor's degree is required, with a preference for an advanced degree in a related field. The role demands exceptional communication skills, high emotional intelligence, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure. The ideal candidate will have a collaborative leadership style, a strong commitment to ethics and integrity, and the ability to foster bipartisan relationships and coalitions. Experience in managing a team and working cross-functionally with executive leadership is essential, as is a proactive and strategic approach to engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
Hiring Manager Title Chief of Staff
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management Operations General Management Strategy
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Location:
Richmond, VA, United States
Category:
Higher Education

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