Government Relations Manager

China Visa Service Center

. Track local conservation policy at city and county councils .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeColumbia • South Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $55,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in advocacy campaign planning, grassroots and grasstop engagement, and local government operations, with a strong commitment to racial justice and environmental protection. Proficient in communication, coalition-building, and strategic problem-solving to advance conservation policies effectively.

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Advocacy Campaign PlanningGrassroots AdvocacyLocal Government EngagementStrong Communication SkillsKnowledge of Environmental Policies

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Hard Skills

Campaign PlanningLobbyingPolicy AnalysisData TrackingGrant ReportingEnvironmental Policy KnowledgeLocal Government OperationsPublic SpeakingNegotiationProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationCultural AwarenessAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Office Productivity SoftwareVideo Conferencing Tools

Industry Keywords

Conservation PolicyRacial JusticeEquityDiversityInclusionSouth Carolina Political EnvironmentCommunity EngagementStakeholder IdentificationEnvironmental ProtectionClimate Action

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Track local conservation policy at city and county councils
Build and maintain relationships with local elected officials, staff, conservation partners, community leaders, state agencies, and stakeholders
Identify opportunities aligned with CVSC’s statewide goals
Execute strategies to advance conservation policy at the local level
Work with policy staff and partners to identify conservation and environmental policies addressing systemic environmental, racial, and economic inequities
Collaborate with coalition partners to identify campaign needs and develop strategy
Track, monitor, and analyze local ordinances and policies
Attend hearings, council meetings, and other public engagement events
Identify and leverage opportunities between local and state elected officials
Track and report activities and metrics
Capture success stories for grant reporting and funding proposals
Represent CVSC within state and local government and in public settings
Perform other duties supporting the successful operation of the nonprofit organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years professional experience with advocacy campaigns, including outreach, campaign planning, lobbying, and coalition-building
Experience with grassroots and grasstop advocacy and local government engagement
Ability to professionally represent CVSC in written and oral communications
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adjust strategies and workplans in real time
Excellent written and verbal communication, facilitation, negotiating, and public speaking skills
Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely in person, over video conferencing, and over the telephone
Strong attention to detail, fast and willing learner, strong organizational skills, and ability to follow up and meet deadlines
Ability to work well within a team and with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated awareness of cultural identity, views about difference, and varying cultural and community norms
Commitment to racial justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice
Knowledge of local government operations and the South Carolina political environment
Understanding of key stakeholders in local policymaking
Experience working with local governments in South Carolina and advancing effective policy
Passion for conservation and environmental efforts protecting air, land, and water
Knowledge of environmental issues and policies advancing environmental protection and climate action
Proficiency and substantial experience with standard office productivity software and equipment
Ability to read, process, and synthesize printed materials on paper or a standard computer screen
Must be based in South Carolina

Benefits

Comp & perks

High-quality health insurance plan paid at 100% for employees and 60% for families and dependents
Flex Spending Account
Short-term disability coverage at no cost to employees
Dental coverage at no cost to employees
Vision coverage at no cost to employees
SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with a 3% match
Monthly cell phone stipend
Technology/office setup stipend for remote workers
Annual professional development budget
14 holidays
17 days of PTO, increasing with tenure
8 weeks of paid parental leave
Sabbatical program