Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Washington, DC

PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE: The Director, under the guidance of the Vice President, will provide vision, leadership and direction for PPFA’s policy development and Federal government relations. The Director will represent PPFA on the Hill, and supervise policy staff, as well as the development of policy, and resources for the Hill and affiliates.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

POSITION SCOPE: Establishes and monitors work standards and procedures and leads development, implementation and evaluation of entire government relations work and objectives, and where appropriate, ensures that activities are integrated into the work performed by other departments or divisions.

PROBLEM-SOLVING: Solves critical and complex challenges for the GR department, including overseeing the problem-solving challenges and strategizing for other staff. This includes congressional and federal strategy, policy development and goal-setting for the PPFA. The position must have and use in-depth knowledge of the issues facing PPFA and our operating environment and decisions must consider organizational impact.

KNOWLEDGE: The position requires job knowledge of the full range of policy matters facing Planned Parenthood including health care financing and reform, reproductive rights and justice, sex education and congressional appropriations. It requires extensive knowledge of governmental and congressional operations. The position also requires extensive knowledge of internal PPFA operations and departments. Further, the position requires stepped up knowledge of management techniques, practices and theories and ability to develop programs. Must have a level of expertise that enables the Director to have a broad perspective in developing programs or operations, and to translate plans into action.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY: Development and administration of department budget along with monitoring income and expenses and reporting significant variances to assure conformance with approved budget.

CONTACTS:

Internal Contacts: Regularly interact with senior management staff or volunteer leadership to present and discuss work plans and priorities, and to report work status. The job performance ensures that PPFA achieves its business goals. The position will initiate and develop a broad range of important contacts that directly affect the reputation and business dealings of PPFA or its programs.

External Contacts: Initiates and develops a broad range of important Congressional contacts that directly affect the reputation and business dealings of PPFA or its programs. Responds to critical and controversial issues. Actively seeks new contacts to expand PPFA’s sphere of influence on a national and/or international scale.

SUPERVISION: Directly supervises both supervisors and other staff members and is responsible for all related personnel actions.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Juris Doctorate (JD) or Master’s Degree preferred but not required and related work experience.

Years of Experience: Minimum of 10 years - Congressional or Administration experience is preferred.

Type of Experience: Directly related work experience required; previous supervisory and/or management experience required.

Skills: Strong writing skills with an emphasis on persuasive writing and editing, plus public speaking skills. Training and advocacy skills, understanding of reproductive health issues, legislative (both state and federal) and legal process. Mediation and customer service skills; problem resolution/negotiation skills. Computer literacy (word processing, database or spreadsheet applications).

Other Requirements: Knowledge of diverse groups, working with a multicultural workforce and sensitivity and appreciation to cultural differences is required.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. Planned Parenthood of America does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Planned Parenthood Federation of America is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values team work, collaboration, creativity, and building a diverse team.