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Government Relations & Advocacy Officer (U.S.)TerraEquity.org • Richmond, Virginia, United States
Government Relations & Advocacy Officer (U.S.)

Government Relations & Advocacy Officer (U.S.)

TerraEquity.org • Richmond, Virginia, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About Us:
TerraEquity Institute is a U.S.-established global nonprofit advancing human rights, environmental justice, inclusive development, and digital access worldwide.

Role Summary:
We are seeking an experienced U.S.-based Government Relations & Advocacy Officer to lead our lobbying and policy engagement with Congress, federal agencies, and national advocacy partners. The ideal candidate has strong U.S. policy experience and a passion for shaping equitable, global-impact legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead TerraEquity's U.S. lobbying and advocacy strategy.
  • Engage with Congress, federal agencies (State Dept., USAID, EPA), and policy coalitions.
  • Monitor U.S. policy trends and draft policy briefs, talking points, and testimony.
  • Represent the organization in meetings, hearings, and national advocacy forums.
  • Support public affairs and policy communications for U.S. audiences.

Qualifications:

  • U.S. citizen or U.S.-based professional with deep understanding of federal policymaking.
  • Have an experience in government relations, lobbying, public policy.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and policy analysis skills.
  • Prior experience in human rights, development, or environmental policy is a plus.
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