Vice President of Government Affairs

The AI Policy Network
  • Location
    Washington, D.C.
  • Sector
    Non Profit
  • Experience
    Mid Career / Advanced
  • Posted
    Today
  • Location Type
    Onsite

Position description

Please attach a cover letter to your resume explaining your interest in the position and AI policy.

 

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.

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