Vice President of Government Affairs

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Position Summary

The AI Policy Network (AIPN) seeks a seasoned Vice President of Government Affairs to co-lead our lobbying and advocacy strategy on artificial intelligence (AI) and artificial general intelligence (AGI) preparedness alongside President of Government Affairs Mark Beall. You will drive day-to-day execution of AIPN’s federal engagement program, ensuring our policy proposals translate into concrete legislative and regulatory outcomes. This senior role is ideal for a strategic operator with deep Capitol Hill experience, a bipartisan network, and the ability to translate cutting-edge AI issues into actionable policy solutions.

Compensation: $190,000 – $260,000

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with Mark Beall to refine and execute AIPN’s multi-year lobbying roadmap.
• Identify legislative windows and craft detailed Hill strategies that advance our AGI-preparedness priorities.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives with research, comms, and development teams to align advocacy, content, and fundraising.

Congressional Engagement

• Maintain high-trust relationships with key members and staff on Armed Services, Commerce, Intelligence, Judiciary, and Appropriations committees in both House and Senate.
• Orchestrate briefings, hearings, and roundtables; prepare principals for testimony.
• Provide real-time intelligence on floor schedules, mark-ups, and emerging amendments.

Policy Development & Drafting

• Translate AIPN’s research into model bill language, amendments, and regulatory comments.
• Oversee production of policy memos, talking points, and decision memos for lawmakers.
• Ensure proposals are technically accurate and politically viable.

Coalition-Building & External Relations

• Coordinate with AIPN's lobbyists, coalition partners, and think tanks to amplify AIPN’s voice.
• Represent AIPN at conferences, media appearances, and private briefings.
• Serve as a senior spokesperson on AI national-security issues.

Team Management

• Mentor junior staff and fellows; set performance goals and provide feedback.
• Help manage consultants, track budgets, and report on advocacy KPIs to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in federal government affairs, lobbying, or senior congressional staff roles; proven success moving complex tech or national-security legislation.
• Demonstrable bipartisan relationships across relevant committees; gravitas to engage senior policymakers.
• Familiarity with AI safety, export controls, critical-infrastructure policy, or related fields.
• Exceptional writing, briefing, and negotiation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MPA, JD, MS in Technology Policy) a plus.