Manager, Advocacy Engagement and Mobilization

The ALS Association

Manager of Advocacy Engagement and Mobilization at The ALS Association supporting advocacy initiatives. Engaging with policymakers and advancing legislative priorities for people living with ALS.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the execution of federal and state advocacy strategies and policy campaigns under the direction of the Director of Advocacy Engagement and Mobilization.
Draft advocacy materials including action alerts, fact sheets, blog posts, talking points, and social media content to advance the Association’s legislative and regulatory priorities.
Coordinate day-to-day advocacy communications, including updating the Advocacy Action Center and monitoring engagement metrics.
Drive the creation and execution of compelling public affairs messaging and materials that elevate and reinforce the Association’s government affairs objectives.
Assist in managing logistics for advocacy events, including briefings, webinars, and Hill or state-level meetings.
Track and analyze policy developments, hearings, and legislation relevant to ALS and related health policy issues.
Support grassroots engagement, including recruitment, training, and mobilization of advocates.
Assist with the development of advocacy reports, presentations, and dashboards to evaluate campaign effectiveness.
Provide administrative and project management support to the Advocacy & Public Policy team.
Represent The ALS Association at meetings, coalition convenings, and advocacy events as assigned.
Perform other duties as required to support the team’s mission and objectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in public policy, political science, communications, or related field preferred.
Experience in government relations, public policy, or issue advocacy, preferably in health care or nonprofit sectors.
Strong understanding of the federal and state legislative processes.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to produce compelling advocacy materials.
Experience with advocacy tools (e.g., Quorum, Fiscal Note, VoterVoice, or similar platforms) and digital communications.
Detail-oriented self-starter able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Collaborative team player who thrives in a mission-driven, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
401(k) plan with employer match
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Well-being benefits
Paid time off
Several paid holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

Advocacy Material DraftingLegislative Process UnderstandingCampaign Effectiveness EvaluationGrassroots EngagementPublic Affairs Messaging

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationDetail-OrientedCollaborative Team PlayerSelf-Starter