Head of U.S. Government Relations (Remote)

📋 Description

• Lead the U.S. government relations strategy to advance cash transfers.
• Build bipartisan relationships with Members of Congress and staff.
• Engage with agencies (State, USDA, MCC, DFC) and White House offices.
• Oversee external lobbying services to drive strategy.
• Build coalitions with think tanks and NGOs; publish policy messages.
• Donor stewardship and cross-team collaboration to align strategy.

🎯 Requirements

• Deep expertise in U.S. Congress and foreign assistance legislation.
• Track record of influencing appropriations and related policy.
• Experience shaping policy with State, USDA, MCC, DFC and White House offices.
• Bipartisan relationship builder with strong political judgment.
• Exceptional communicator and coalition-builder.
• Commitment to GD values and leading by example.

🎁 Benefits

• Flexible, non-hierarchical culture with ownership.
• Global team across 21 countries and 69 languages.
• Professional growth opportunities and career development.
• Equal Opportunity Employer; inclusive workplace.