Government Relations Manager Job at Association of Village Council Presidents, Bethel, AK

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  • Association of Village Council Presidents
  • Bethel, AK

Job Description

Job Type Full-time Description Summary Job Goal: The Government Relations Manager coordinates AVCP advocacy efforts to address AVCP member tribes’ top priorities and advance Family Resource Center and Tribal Resource Center initiatives. Performance Responsibilities: Include the following - Identify, track, and analyze State of Alaska and federal legislation of interest to AVCP and member tribes. Monitor State of Alaska and federal congressional activities and hearings of interest to AVCP and member tribes. Prepare AVCP executives for and/or deliver verbal testimony for tribal consultations and listening sessions, legislative hearings, interviews, etc. Provide education and assistance to empower AVCP member tribes to fully participate in the federal tribal consultation process. In coordination with the Communications Department, create educational advocacy content, including press releases and newsletter articles. Research and draft advocacy documents, including written testimony, white papers, reports, memos, etc. Collaborate with and serve as the liaison in joint advocacy efforts between AVCP and other tribal organizations/consortia. Other duties as assigned. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Excellent and demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Strong interpersonal skills, including working in a team, working and communicating in a multi-cultural environment, working and communicating with remote teams, and receiving and giving constructive criticism. Familiar with general principles of federal Indian law and laws applicable to Alaska Native tribes and tribal organizations. Ability work independently while successfully prioritizing diverse tasks. Ability to stay organized and multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Ability to research, investigate, and effectively communicate legislative matters to lay audiences. Excellent time management and delegation skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years relevant work experience required. Experience representing or working with Indian tribes, tribal consortia, or tribal organizations strongly preferred. Experience working and/or living in Rural Alaska preferred. Salary Description $87,119 - $139,613. #J-18808-Ljbffr Association of Village Council Presidents

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