Public Finance Advocacy Fellow supporting the Government Finance Officers Association through fellowship opportunities. Gaining exposure to advocacy work and developing professional skills.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive administrative and logistical support to the FLC team.
Proactively manage calendars, understanding priorities and adjusting for conflicts to ensure logistics run smoothly.
Participate actively in all FLC team meetings, staying up-to-date on projects and activities.
Maintain GFOA current committee member demographics and contact information.
Field inquiries and requests directed to the FLC team, prioritizing and responding promptly as appropriate.
Support planning and logistics for on-site events in the FLC office, as well as virtual and large-scale events.
Contribute writing to GFOA’s weekly e-newsletter and Government Finance Review magazine.
Conduct research on legislative and regulatory issues affecting government finance.
Assist in drafting communication materials, including letters, briefs, and reports.
Assist with outreach activities to cultivate relationships with key stakeholders.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience and/or specific academic interest in advocacy and/or public finance
Candidates must live in the DMV
Applicants must be authorized to work full-time without restriction for any U.S. employer.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
Intermediate competency in Microsoft Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with Microsoft 365 and Teams is desired, but not required.
Demonstrated interest in government finance and public policy.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
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