U.S. Advocacy Manager

October 28

☕ Washington – Remote

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⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

👔 Manager

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The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc.

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Compliance • Education • B2B

The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc. is an organization dedicated to supporting internal auditing professionals worldwide. It provides resources, professional development, and certification programs such as the Certified Internal Auditor® designation, enhancing the skills and competencies required for effective internal auditing. The IIA works to establish global internal audit standards and offers a variety of educational programs, webinars, and certifications to help mitigate risks and improve organizational governance.

201 - 500 employees

Founded 1941

📋 Compliance

📚 Education

🤝 B2B

📋 Description

• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders in the U.S. House of Representatives, the U.S. Senate, the Administration, and federal financial regulatory agencies (e.g., the Securities and Exchange Commission). • Educate policymakers on internal auditing and its role in fostering transparency, risk management, and sound governance across industries. • Monitor relevant legislative proposals, hearings, regulations, and public comment periods, focusing on policies that support economic growth, limited government intervention, and fiscal responsibility. • Partner with IIA staff, volunteers, and members to advance the organization’s public policy goals. • Identify emerging political risks and opportunities to advance The IIA’s interests. • Lead campaigns to promote The IIA’s public policy agenda, including drafting legislative recommendations, building coalitions, and coordinating media efforts. • Support initiatives that increase IIA PAC engagement and grassroots advocacy among members. • Assist in the development of advocacy materials, including position papers, public comment letters, presentations, and multimedia to advance IIA’s goals. • Collaborate with the global advocacy team to ensure alignment with The IIA’s North American and international advocacy efforts.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, economics, public policy, or a related field; Master’s degree or J.D. is a plus. • At least four years of experience in congressional or Senate offices, federal agencies, or public policy roles, with a demonstrated ability to engage in government relations. • Strong bipartisan relationship-building skills, with existing connections to key House and Senate offices. • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-profile projects and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to work independently while also leading by influence and consensus. • Familiarity with internal auditing, ESG/climate issues, cybersecurity, and financial governance is a plus.

🏖️ Benefits

• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.