Regional Strategy Director

The role

You will build and lead a team of regional government relations directors. You will design systems for accountability and coordination to scale flood adaptation policies across states.

What you will do

• Develop and manage a team of approximately four regional government relations directors
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development support
• Foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the regional team
• Serve as a strategic thought partner for building and activating nonpartisan coalitions
• Build and oversee internal project management systems, workflows, and reporting processes
• Serve as the primary bridge between regional directors and DC-based headquarters staff
• Support regional directors in day-to-day advocacy and relationship-building work

Required qualifications

• Track record of building, leading, and developing high-performing teams
• 10+ years of experience in strategy-focused roles in mission-driven organizations or companies
• At least 5 years in a formal people management role
• Strong project management skills
• At least 3 years of experience in a state government relations, association management, lobbying, or senior legislative staffing role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s Degree

Benefits

• Generous and flexible paid time off
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k plan with 4% employer match
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Basic life insurance and other voluntary benefits
• Up to $4,000 in relocation assistance to DC for new employees living outside of the D.C. metropolitan area
• Hybrid work schedule
• Company-sponsored outings, such as happy hours, after-work activities, a holiday party, and an annual retreat
• Office closure the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Modern office with gym access, snacks and drinks, a smart casual dress code, and a collaborative floor plan

About the company

The American Flood Coalition is a nonpartisan group that drives transformational adaptation to higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding. It comprises more than 500 elected officials, local leaders, military groups, and businesses.