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TECO

External Affairs Analyst

Tampa, FL · On-site

External Affairs Analyst Company: Peoples Gas System State and City: Florida - Tampa Shift: 8 Hr. X ... You have the ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and ...

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Director of External Affairs

Boulder, CO · On-site

The Colorado Director of External Affairs advances The Nature Conservancy's mission by designing, influencing and implementing durable policy solutions that contribute to a world where nature and ...

TECO

External Affairs Analyst

Tampa, FL

External Affairs Analyst Company: Peoples Gas System State and City: Florida - Tampa Shift: 8 Hr. X ... Leadership: You have the ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary ...

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What does a director of external affairs do?

A Director of External Affairs manages an organization's relationships with external stakeholders, including government agencies, media, community organizations, and industry partners. They develop communication strategies, advocate for policy initiatives, and enhance the organization's public image. Their role often involves overseeing public relations, corporate social responsibility efforts, and regulatory affairs to align external engagement with business goals. Effective Directors of External Affairs ensure that the organization maintains positive relationships and a strong reputation within its industry and community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the director of external affairs position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director External Affairs, you need expertise in public relations, government affairs, and strategic communication, often supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in communications, public policy, or a related field. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) tools, media monitoring software, and legislative tracking systems is valuable, as are certifications in public affairs or project management. Exceptional interpersonal skills, political savvy, and the ability to build strong networks set standout candidates apart. These competencies are crucial for effectively managing organizational reputation, advocating for company interests, and fostering strong external partnerships.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for a director of external affairs?

As a Director of External Affairs, your daily responsibilities may include developing and executing strategies to strengthen relationships with government agencies, industry partners, the media, and community stakeholders. You will often coordinate cross-functional teams to address legislative issues, prepare briefing materials for senior leadership, and represent the organization at external events or meetings. Additionally, tracking relevant policy developments and responding to emerging public relations challenges are key aspects of the role. Collaboration with internal teams such as legal, marketing, and executive leadership is also common to ensure cohesive advocacy and messaging.

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Director, Regional External Affairs

Per Scholas

New York, NY • Hybrid

$85K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

POSITION: Director, Regional External Affairs

REPORTS TO: Executive Director, New York and New Jersey

LOCATION: Bronx, NY; Brooklyn, NY; Newark, NJ

Per Scholas seeks a Director of External Affairs to be part of the Per Scholas New York and New Jersey markets. You will hold key responsibilities to cultivate a strong network of partners that will advance our mission and accelerate our growth in New York and New Jersey. The Director of External Affairs will coordinate partnership management with key stakeholders, including philanthropic, government, and community partners. 

The Director of External Affairs reports to the regional Executive Director of New York and New Jersey and supports Managing Directors and Development staff on donor strategy and engagements. This may include but is not limited to supporting prospect research, developing meeting memos/advising on meeting strategy, and attending meetings, campus tours, or other cultivation opportunities.

This role calls for excellent communication and project management skills, a high degree of professionalism, and a strong detail orientation to execute seamless professional engagements between Per Scholas and our partners. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO: (NYC 80%, Buffalo 10%, Newark 10%)

  • Create effective communication channels between partners and proactively escalate and address any issues that may occur. 
  • Support the Executive Director, Managing Directors, and Development teams on external engagements and help cultivate and secure thought leadership opportunities.
  • Researches and monitors government activities that could affect the organization's business and clients.
  • In partnership with the Executive Director, builds and maintains professional relationships with members of federal, state, and local government entities and agencies.
  • Collaborates with industry advocates to build areas of common interest.
  • Collaborate with the Recruitment & Admissions, and Development teams to ensure proper coordination of partnerships. 
  • Effectively leverage existing events of engagement of partners and key stakeholders.
  • Implement a partnership management framework to manage and maintain relationships with philanthropic, government, and community partners. 
  • Supervise Senior Manager, Corporate Engagement.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO US:

Professional Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the technology, advocacy, and/or workforce sector in New York and New Jersey
  • Willingness to roll up your sleeves and dig into the details
  • Relationship building and partnership management skills
  • Strong communication skills, written and verbal
  • Strong project management skills
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships and convert them into partnerships
  • Experience utilizing Salesforce and analyzing data 

Personal Characteristics

  • You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission.
  • You are open to and accepting of feedback, coaching, and growth
  • You are a data-driven, results-oriented, and forward-looking catalyst for social change
  • You have a collaborative and flexible work style; you're excited to work both cross-functionally with other departments and independently
  • You are tech-savvy and learn quickly
  • You are detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational and time management skills.
  • You are strong at managing your time and can balance multiple projects and tasks.
  • You stand behind our purpose, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying careers and that talent should be recognized and recruited from many diverse sources.

For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary of $85,000. The salary difference is typically determined by several factors, including the candidate's geographic location and alignment with qualifications and experience.

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