External Affairs Manager

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the country’s greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps common‑sense reforms from being passed, and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way.

Americans for Prosperity is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.

Americans for Prosperity is seeking a Manager of External Affairs. As part of the Government Affairs Team, the External Affairs Team builds and manages relationships with key stakeholders from advocacy groups and think tanks to industry leaders, corporations, and congressional and White House staff to advance shared priorities. It works with individuals who can advocate for AFP’s goals, support pizzas, share reliable intelligence, and coordinate joint efforts.

It also manages Government Affairs‑related marquee events and sponsor ships within the Washington, DC area.

• Produce external affairs communication to partners including regular updates on legislative and campaign activity as well as collaboration opportunities.
• Serve as liaison for specific Capitol Hill committee relationships.
• Represent AFP at coalition meetings, conferences, and events.
• Oversee Washington DC sponsor ships and support Government Affairs‑related marquee events.
• Oversee all coalition letter activity.
• Produce intelligence updates on key legislative priorities.

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• A highly driven, go‑getter attitude.
• Existing relationships and credibility mówi key stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together’s vision and principled approach to solving problems and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.

• Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
• A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
• Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non‑hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
• Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.

For this position we anticipate paying between $100,000 - $140,000 per year and this position may be eligible for additional bonus compensation. The actual amount may be higher or lower based on various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. Employees may be eligible to participate in our benefits programs which include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts, life insurance, AD&D, disability, retirement, paid vacation, paid parental leave and educational assistance.

Specific eligibility criteria are defined by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy, or guideline.

Working at Stand Together is different from many other organizations. Our culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom‑up empowerment. PBM® empowers our employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.

We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success, and that we’re proud to  Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity.