OpenAI
US Congressional Lead, Global Affairs
Washington, DC · Senior · Contract
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About the role
- You will face new challenges as the impact of cutting edge generative AI technologies continues to be explored and as the needs of the organization evolve.
- This role is based in Washington, DC and may require frequent travel to participate in meetings and events with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Track record of effectively working with cross-functional teams, especially communications, policy and legal teams, and aligning a diverse range of internal and external partners
- As a US Congressional Lead on the Global Affairs team, you will help develop strategies and advance OpenAI's engagement with the U.S. Congress, including developing and managing relationships with House and Senate lawmakers and staff.
Requirements
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical and policy concepts to diverse audiences
Skills
- OpenAI releases industry-leading research and tools.
- Are well versed in the issues around emerging AI technologies, especially in the U.S. Congressional context.
- Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills
Benefits
- Ability to execute in fast and flexible environments through rapid cycles of analysis, decision, and action
Company info
- OpenAI's mission is to ensure that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity.
- We believe that achieving our goal requires effective engagement with public policy stakeholders and the broader community impacted by AI.
- Accordingly, our Global Affairs team builds authentic, collaborative relationships with public officials and the broader AI policymaking community to inform and support our shared work in these domains.
- We ensure that insights from policymakers inform our work and - in collaboration with our colleagues and external stakeholders - seek to further regulation, industry standards, and safe and beneficial development of AI tools.
- Are an enthusiastic and effective coalition builder who thrives as a member of a high performing, peer-led global team.
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