IFS
Public Affairs Lead, Americas
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$135k-$150kDetected 25 days ago
LogisticsFDA RegulatoryResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPublic SpeakingRegulatory Affairs
About the role
- This role requires exceptional judgment, diplomatic skill, and the ability to translate complex technology issues into compelling narratives for policymakers, media, and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Support regulatory adherence by ensuring the company stays informed and proactive on compliance requirements
- Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders across federal agencies, congressional offices, and state government bodies
- Support executive engagement with government officials, ensuring productive dialogue and strategic alignment
- Collaborate with communications and marketing teams to develop policy positions, public consultation responses, and advocacy messaging
- Support executive messaging on policy and regulatory matters, ensuring clarity, consistency, and credibility
- Events & Executive Support
- Support planning and execution of policy-focused events, roundtables, and briefings
- Support team and executives for media appearances, congressional testimony, and public speaking engagements
- Coordinate logistics and messaging for high-profile engagements with government and institutional partners
Requirements
- 5-8 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or related roles, with a focus on technology policy, regulatory affairs, or federal advocacy
- Proven experience engaging with federal agencies, congressional offices, or state government entities
- Experience working with national and beltway media, including drafting op-eds, coordinating interviews, and managing press relationships
- Strong understanding of technology issues (AI, data governance, cybersecurity, critical infrastructure) and their intersection with public policy
- Exceptional judgment and diplomacy: Ability to navigate complex, politically sensitive situations with tact and strategic insight
- Clear communicator: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex issues into accessible, compelling narratives
Nice to have
- Experience working at a technology company, consulting firm, government agency, or think tank
- Familiarity with Industrial AI applications in sectors like aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or energy
- Existing network of contacts within federal government, trade associations, or policy research organizations
- We believe that coming together as a community, in person, is important for innovation, connection and fostering a sense of belonging.
- VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation
- $135,000-$150,000, plus bonus
- 401K with Company contribution
- Community involvement and volunteering events
- What We're Looking For
- Required Experience
- 5-8 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or related roles, with a focus on technology policy, regulatory affairs, or federal advocacy
Benefits
- Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday
- Medical, dental, & vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Tuition assistance
This listing is sourced directly from IFS's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.