Public Policy Manager (Washintgon, DC)

Our Customer’s mission is to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. Through their family of apps and services, they are building a different kind of company that connects billions of people around the world, gives them ways to share what matters most to them, and helps bring people closer together.

We are seeking a Public Policy Manager on a contract basis to help support our customer’s business needs. This role is on-site in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities:

• Manage projects end-to-end, ensuring deadlines, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations are met.
• Engage with policy stakeholders and support policy programs and campaigns related to AI, open-source innovation, wearables, VR, and other emerging technologies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on programs and initiatives related to security, privacy, integrity, safety, content moderation, competition, and sustainability.
• Apply knowledge of AI technologies, open-source systems, and emerging tech to support organizational strategy.
• Support external engagement efforts, including representing the organization in policy discussions and with industry stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in policy, law, technology, or a related field.
• 2 - 4+ years of professional experience in policy, legal, or technology-related roles.
• Strong project management experience with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to be responsive and adapt in fast-paced environments.
• Hands-on experience with technology and understanding of policy environments.

Preferred:

• Understanding of open-source AI and its value.
• Knowledge and experience with AI, wearables, VR, and related technologies.
• Experience in policy stakeholder engagement and program/campaign execution.
• Experience in areas such as security, privacy, integrity, safety, content moderation, competition, and sustainability.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills for engaging with policymakers, industry experts, and cross-functional teams.

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements)

* Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, FSA.

* Accrued PTO: Up to 15 days per 12 months on assignment

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.