Job Description
About the Job: We are seeking a highly motivated Legislative & Government Affairs Coordinator to join our team in Sacramento, CA. As a key member of our government relations department, you will be responsible for coordinating meetings with elected officials, researching and developing key relationships with stakeholders and diverse communities, and tracking legislative items.
Key Responsibilities:
Relationship Building: Coordinate and arrange meetings with elected officials, research and help identify and develop key relationships to leverage collaborative opportunities with a range of stakeholders and diverse communities
Legislative & Policy Process: Coordinate with CAIR's government affairs team during legislative sessions and track relevant legislative items, research and support in analyzing policies and campaigns, and support the monitoring of issues and potential regulations that will impact the CA Muslim community
Voter Education: Set up forums and town hall meetings to connect the American Muslim community to their elected officials and relevant political issues, coordinate promoting efforts in civic engagement within the Muslim community
Programs & Events: Collaborate and participate in specific federal work such as USCMO's Annual National Muslim Advocacy Day, help organize statewide government relations programs and events such as Muslim Day at the Capitol, Muslim Youth Leadership Program, and Capitol Ramadan Reception
Requirements:
Familiarity with public policy, government affairs, and/or campaign work
Bachelor's degree in political science, public relations, public affairs, or a related field is preferred
Education or knowledge of developing policy, advocating before elected representatives, state or federal departments and agencies, and building and working with coalitions
Key Responsibilities:
Relationship Building: Coordinate and arrange meetings with elected officials, research and help identify and develop key relationships to leverage collaborative opportunities with a range of stakeholders and diverse communities
Legislative & Policy Process: Coordinate with CAIR's government affairs team during legislative sessions and track relevant legislative items, research and support in analyzing policies and campaigns, and support the monitoring of issues and potential regulations that will impact the CA Muslim community
Voter Education: Set up forums and town hall meetings to connect the American Muslim community to their elected officials and relevant political issues, coordinate promoting efforts in civic engagement within the Muslim community
Programs & Events: Collaborate and participate in specific federal work such as USCMO's Annual National Muslim Advocacy Day, help organize statewide government relations programs and events such as Muslim Day at the Capitol, Muslim Youth Leadership Program, and Capitol Ramadan Reception
Requirements:
Familiarity with public policy, government affairs, and/or campaign work
Bachelor's degree in political science, public relations, public affairs, or a related field is preferred
Education or knowledge of developing policy, advocating before elected representatives, state or federal departments and agencies, and building and working with coalitions
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Government Relations Coordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Acalanes Ridge offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
