LA28 (Web)

LA28 (Web)

Senior East Manager, National Engagement

Los Angeles, California, United States · Senior

No sponsorshipDetected 13 days ago
NegotiationLeadershipCommunicationPublic SpeakingOrganizational Skills

About the role

  • LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.
  • LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Responsibilities

  • Lead contracting across over a dozen municipalities, overseeing trend monitoring and risk assessment with support from an associate
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to deliver national programming, including event production and execution
  • Partner with senior city officials to proactively resolve issues and mitigate risk to LA28 national programs
  • Manage engagement with cities and external stakeholders, overseeing project planning and execution while establishing clear goals and outcomes
  • Partner with municipalities and external stakeholders to drive public engagement and build enthusiasm for the LA28 Games
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with elected officials and key stakeholders
  • Familiarity with legislative and regulatory processes, with experience developing briefing materials for senior leadership
  • Proven ability to prioritize effectively and perform under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Capacity to navigate ambiguity and develop innovative solutions

Requirements

  • Minimum 7+years of experience in government relations, policy advocacy, or a similar environment, with a track record of managing complex initiatives
  • Proven ability to quickly cultivate and sustain relationships with local government stakeholders
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, including delivering public presentations
  • Ability to strategically align complex, cross-functional workstreams
  • The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles' third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games.

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