Director of Strategic Advocacy and Government Relations

We are searching for a Director of Strategic Advocacy & Government Relations to shape public policy, strengthen civic engagement, and advance reproductive health, rights, and justice in Wisconsin.

• Company contribution toward medical insurance deductible
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 12 Days of Holiday Pay
• Immediate 401(k) Vesting with up to 6% company contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Compensation starts at $87,006 per year. Additional $1.50 per hour for bilingual (English/Spanish).

The Director of Strategic Advocacy & Government Relations leads the organization’s efforts to shape public policy, strengthen civic engagement, and advance reproductive health, rights, and justice in Wisconsin. The role develops and manages legislative strategies, builds partnerships with policymakers and community leaders, ensures compliance with nonprofit and campaign finance laws, and oversees electoral and voter engagement strategies to expand participation and accountability.

As a senior leader, the Director aligns government relations, political strategy, organizing, and communications to meet organizational goals and serves as a spokesperson and strategist, representing the organization in coalitions and public forums while supervising staff and managing key initiatives.

• Committed to providing excellent customer service and supporting the vision and values of Planned Parenthood of WI.
• Demonstrated experience with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through political campaigns, community organizing, and/or civic engagement work.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to explain public policy issues to staff, elected officials, government administrators, and organizational leaders.
• Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes.
• In-depth knowledge of Wisconsin’s reproductive health care delivery system, state and federal policy landscape, and the needs of underserved or marginalized communities.
• Proven success in organizing communities into action, legislative strategy, coalition-building, and issue advocacy at the state or local level.
• Experience developing electoral and civic engagement strategies, including voter education and mobilization campaigns.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, VAN, and Bill Tracker.

• Bachelor’s degree required in Public Policy, Political Science, Government Affairs, Nonprofit Management, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 7 years of progressive experience in government relations, policy advocacy, political strategy, or nonprofit leadership, including 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Predominantly sedentary with intermittent standing and walking.
• Repetitive motions of hands and wrists related to typing and using a mouse.
• Holding, grasping, and/or gripping objects.
• Kneeling, stooping, crawling.
• Pushing/pulling.
• Vision: close vision reading.
• Auditory: hearing.
• May require lifting up to 25 pounds.

The position is generally performed in an office environment but may involve occasional interruptions with normal noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. Occasional evening and/or weekend hours may be necessary. This position requires traveling statewide; a valid driver’s license and auto insurance are required. Must have transportation.

• Lead development and execution of state and local legislative strategies.
• Build strong relationships with elected officials and partners.
• Research policy issues and recommend organizational positions.
• Ensure compliance with lobbying, ethics,…