Manager, Government Affairs

The Global Business Alliance (GBA) is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated professional with at least three years’ worth of experience to help manage its government affairs programming. The Manager of Government Affairs will play a central role in advancing GBA’s strategic external affairs initiatives, including gubernatorial roundtable programming, CEO Leadership Council activities and congressional caucus leaders.

Location: Washington, DC

Reports to: Senior Vice President, Head of Government Affairs

The Global Business Alliance is the premier voice of international companies in the United States. Our members are international companies with major operations in the United States and an indispensable part of our nation’s economic success. Our mission is to actively promote and defend an open economy that welcomes international companies to invest in America.

• Manage government affairs related events, including membership meetings, CEO level programming, gubernatorial round tables, and Capitol Hill advocacy days
• Partner with internal teams (communications, membership, events) to deliver organizational excellence and enhance member value
• Execute a robust cadence of educational briefings for federal policymakers
• Coordinate with GBA members to advance our advocacy efforts on both the state and federal level
• Develop opportunities for GBA to collaborate with other leading business associations and think tanks

• A minimum of three years working in the government affairs space, ideally for a Member of Congress or within the Administration as a legislative aide, communications director/press secretary, or an equivalent political campaign position
• Experience with or a strong interest in political grassroots engagement, fundraising, or campaign initiatives
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with exacting attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Strong organizational skills, with excellent follow-through and a positive attitude in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a high degree of professionalism

At GBA, you will work at the forefront of U.S. economic advocacy, influencing policies that shape the future of America’s international competitiveness. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a mission-driven organization that values collaboration, excellence and innovation.

Please email your cover letter and resume to opportunities. In the subject line, please state: “Manager, Government Affairs.” Resumes/applications sent through Linked In direct will not be accepted.

GBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a range of competitive employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision plans; generous retirement savings and 401(k) matching programs; paid parking/transit benefits; paid time off; paid parental leave and family flex leave. GBA currently operates with a hybrid in-person and remote work model; this schedule is subject to change as needed. This position has a salary range up to $80,000/year depending on skill and experience.