ARC is seeking a Policy Advisor to perform and manage strategic initiatives and projects supporting the Federal Co-Chair in the areas of relationship management, project management, policy development & management, and communications.

Duties

Responsible for providing recommendations on key regional development and community/economic development policy issues affecting the operations of the agency and ARC programs. This role will also coordinate the Federal Co¬ Chair's media/communications efforts with the communications team. This position reports directly to the Federal Co-Chair, who is a Presidential appointee. Responsibilities Sound knowledge of OMB Circulars and methods governing the administration of Federal grants, cooperative agreements, and awards, grants/assistance management processes and techniques. Adept ability to maintain policy options and proposals for the Federal Co-Chair concerning Commission policy, especially as it relates to rural economic and community development. Ability to research, gather, and analyze data to complement writing projects and obtain pertinent and accurate information. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with programmatic staff in their efforts to use communication tools in alignment with the program objectives. Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve results and provide value to the commission. Through a combination of collaboration, facilitation and problem-solving skills can synthesize details into useful information and strategy. Possess a keen understanding of the organization and can build a detailed understanding of the organization and have the capability to effectively collaborate with and influence multiple stakeholders. Excellent planning skills and ability to conduct effective meetings whether in-person or virtual. Demonstrate the ability to lead multiple and simultaneous programs using best practices and the ability to adjust to the changing nature of the environment, to adjust to various complexities and to continue provide improved business results.

Requirements

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree. 3 to 5 years relevant experience related to economic development and legislative initiatives. Hill experience a plus.

Education

Please read the "Qualifications" section.

Contacts

• Address APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION 1666 CONNECTICUT AVENUE, NW Suite 700 Washington, DC 20009 US
• Name: Human Resources
• Email: [email protected]