Outreach Director – Western Region

The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) is seeking an experienced Outreach Director – Western Region to lead a dynamic Western Outreach Team. The Director will be responsible for USGLC’s engagement with our network of influential business, national security, non-profit, civic and foreign policy local leaders to support America’s role in the world and further efforts with members of Congress to support strategic investments in diplomacy and international assistance, alongside a strong military, that strengthen U.S. national security and our economic interests as well as reflect American values.

The Outreach Director – Western Region will be an experienced professional with the knowledge and connections to sustain USGLC’s existing state-based coalitions and expand our network of supporters to advance U.S. economic and national security through USGLC’s mission.

This is a full-time exempt position reporting to the National Engagement Director. The ideal candidate will reside in the Western Region and will require frequent travel within the region and to Washington, DC headquarters.

At USGLC, we are committed to a culture of inclusiveness and belonging among staff, volunteers, and partners.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop USGLC Western State Outreach Multi-Faceted Educational and Outreach Strategy in select states (Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Oklahoma, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, Idaho and Washington) by identifying, recruiting and working with influential business, civic, military, academic, and faith-based leaders to support USGLC’s outreach goals and congressional engagement.

• Implement the Western State Outreach Strategy through the development and execution of local events and meetings, regular communications, Advisory Council engagement at the local level and other mobilization actions.

• Manage Regional Outreach Team including the Outreach Director for TX, CO, NM, who has responsibility for a subset of the Western Region states as well as indirect supervision of an associate.

• Implement USGLC’s Impact Educational Activities in the western states in coordination with others on the Outreach team.

• Represent USGLC at local events in the western states and nationally as needed on the importance of a strong diplomatic and international assistance effort.

Position Requirements

• A minimum of five years of experience in a political campaign and/or issue-advocacy setting. Presidential, senatorial, and/or congressional campaign experience is highly desirable, with experience preferred in western states.

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy, international relations or another related field preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to proactively engage prominent leaders in the political, business, faith-based, military, academic and civic communities in the western states. Experience planning meetings and large events, writing, organizing and training local influencers.

• Experience in successfully managing and mentoring staff.

• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, work under pressure in a team-based environment, and proactively anticipate and address department needs.

• Outstanding public speaking skills, ability to create and deliver presentations before high-profile audiences with knowledge of international relations.

• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced, fluid and flexible team environment.

• Ability and desire to travel domestically, primarily in the Western states, on a frequent basis.

Compensation

A projected salary range of $70,000 – $90,000 will be offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The USGLC also provides a package of benefits, including health and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid annual and sick leave and federal holidays.

To Apply

Please email a cover letter and resume to  . Please reference “Outreach Director – Western Region” in the email subject. Short-listed candidates will be contacted. No calls, please.

About the USGLC

The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition is a bipartisan, broad-based influential network of 500 businesses and NGOs; national security and foreign policy experts; and business, faith-based, academic and community leaders in all 50 states who support a smart power approach of elevating diplomacy and development alongside defense to build a better, safer world.

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