Government Relations Coordinator

Government Relations Coordinator - Washington, District of Columbia, United States, RTI DC Office

Details

RTI’s Government Relations (GR) team is looking for a Government Relations Coordinator to provide project management and operational support for its operations.  For this role, we are looking for a candidate who is organized, proactive, adaptable, and excited by the opportunity to improve the human condition thorough engagement with all levels of government. 

Requirements:

• Provide day-to-day operational support on projects and activities. Including conducting basic policy research, developing project timelines, identifying deliverables, and assisting with budgeting, travel, and scheduling.  
• Assist with planning and execution of meetings and events (to include taking minutes and action items).
• Draft presentations, white papers and talking points for RTI researchers and GR staff in support of GR activities focused on both internal and external audiences.
• Track priority public policy developments using both public information and subscription platforms.
• Prepare quarterly and semi-annual federal and state compliance reports.
• Update project teams and researchers on developments through internal communications platforms and meetings.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Formal project management experience or training preferred. 
• Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to listen and communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 1 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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