New York City Economic Development Corporation

Senior Vice President, Government & Community Relations

New York, New York, United States · Exec

Sponsorship not specified$175k-$180kDetected 112 days ago

NegotiationResearchCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic SpeakingOrganizational Skills

About the role

The Senior Vice President (SVP), Government and Community Relations leads short- and long-term government & community affairs initiatives across the full spectrum of NYCEDC's activities; and serve as a chief strategist to the President's Office on Government and Community Relations.

Responsibilities

Supervise staff to develop, coordinate, and implement political and community-sensitive development strategies designed to facilitate the successful completion of NYCEDC initiatives
Develop strategies to influence recognition and build a broader profile and reputation for the company
Build and enhance external relationships with a variety of stakeholders and elected officials and staff
Collaborate with the various business units within NYCEDC to develop and implement short-term and long-term strategies, including securing any necessary public approvals for projects
Manage external engagement resources as needed on high level NYCEDC projects to ensure goals are met

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a related field such as communications, journalism, political science or marketing
At least 10 years of relevant professional experience, including political campaign, journalism, government affairs or public relations
Experience managing direct reports, colleagues and/or consultants as assigned, short or long term as needed
Extensive experience with New York City land use and public approval processes is critical, as is experience with New York City and New York State legislative and budget processes
Experience managing and coaching staff
Ability to anticipate problems and devise creative solutions
Comfort interacting with senior management, mayoral officials, and business leaders
New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire
Collaborate with NYCEDC Public Affairs and NYCEDC Office of the President to assist in the preparation of senior staff for community events, City Council hearings, and other presentations as required
Demonstrated competencies in analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills, negotiation, writing, public speaking, team building and staff development, judgment and decision-making
Proven ability to lead, interact with and coordinate consistent messaging and relationships across diverse and multidisciplinary internal departments, other city agencies and/or external partners
Demonstrated presentation skills, including experience engaging effectively with diverse constituencies, including community and government leaders, and other stakeholders
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing communications strategies
Experience leveraging subject matter research and internal/external relationships to support project work and other campaigns
Strategic and analytical thinker, capable of seeing and understanding broad and differing perspectives as well as the implications of the big picture
Experience building coalitions among groups with diverse interests

Compensation

$175,000 - $180,000 USD

Benefits

N YCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support emp
Manage and coach employees; ensure all employees are oriented to their position and provided with appropriate training, development, and continuing education.

Company info

Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.
Set operational standards, goals, and strategic initiatives for the Government & Community Relations department
Coordinate the goals and priorities of individual business units within NYCEDC to ensure NYCEDC is consistent in its communications with governmental and non-governmental entities alike
Participate in fostering an integrated communications/ event and project planning approach within the External Affairs division
Manage and coach employees; ensure all employees are oriented to their position and provided with appropriate training, development, and continuing education. Monitor performance and provide coaching & feedback on an ongoing basis
Prepare concise, accurate project briefs for budget meetings
Facilitate strong inter-agency communication
Ensure that NYCEDC projects and priorities reflect and complement the priorities of the Office of the Mayor, particularly adjusting project positioning to reflect administration shifts
Enhance NYCEDC's image and reputation through effective community outreach
Other duties as assigned

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