Director of Advocacy and Government Affairs

National Fair Housing Alliance

. Lead implementation of legislative advocacy campaigns and government relations initiatives advancing fair housing and fair lending .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • District of Columbia • United StatesLead💰 $105,700 - $110,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legislative advocacy and government relations, with a strong background in civil rights, fair housing, and fair lending policies. Proven ability to manage relationships with stakeholders and lead complex policy initiatives effectively.

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Legislative AdvocacyGovernment RelationsPolicy DevelopmentCoalition BuildingPublic Policy Analysis

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Hard Skills

Advocacy ImplementationPolicy MessagingBill AnalysisFederal Legislative AdvocacyRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementCommunicationPresentation SkillsStrategic PlanningCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Nonprofit Management CertificationAdvocacy CertificationCivil Rights Law Certification

Industry Keywords

Civil RightsFair HousingFair LendingCongressional ProcessFederal Lobbying Disclosure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead implementation of legislative advocacy campaigns and government relations initiatives advancing fair housing and fair lending
Translate NFHA’s approved policy agenda into coordinated action
Manage relationships with government officials, coalition partners, and industry
Recommend implementation approaches within approved plans, budgets, policy positions, and delegated authority
Plan, execute, and evaluate legislative advocacy and advocacy events
Present at conferences and community events
Contribute policy-related content to member trainings and conferences
Develop field advocacy strategies and lead their implementation
Provide technical assistance on policy and advocacy to external partners
Engage coalition partners and industry on Capitol Hill priorities and coordinate coalition activities
Represent NFHA in relevant civil rights, fair housing, and fair lending coalitions
Build partnerships to advance fair housing and lending policy
Support management of the Governmental Affairs Advisory Committee
Draft testimony, written comments, policy messaging, talking points, reports, policy briefs, and publications
Analyze bills for rapid response to policy and legislative developments
Lead Capitol Hill meetings and coordinate preparation and follow-up
Support administrative priorities related to NFHA’s advocacy efforts
Draft comments on proposed federal regulations and coordinate review and submission
Participate in departmental planning and program development
Prepare lobbying and disclosure reports and coordinate final review and filing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, law, sociology, or related field required, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in advocacy, government affairs, public policy, legislative work, or a closely related field
Demonstrated experience leading implementation of advocacy initiatives or complex policy-related projects
Background in civil rights, housing, lending, or related policy fields required
Working knowledge of congressional process, federal legislative advocacy, Executive Branch processes, and agency rulemaking
Working knowledge of congressional appropriations and budgeting processes
Ability to identify relevant funding proposals and explain their implications for NFHA’s advocacy priorities
Understanding of how legislative and regulatory development affects advocacy planning and implementation
Familiarity with federal lobbying disclosure requirements and ability to identify matters requiring legal or compliance guidance
Ability to travel and represent NFHA at conferences and other events; up to 20%
Ability to work in-person at the NFHA office a minimum of 2 days/week
Relevant certifications in nonprofit management, advocacy or civil rights law are a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% paid health, vision, and dental coverage for employees and family
100% paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
Employer contribution to 403(b) retirement plan, separate from employee contribution
Comprehensive paid time off benefits including holidays, vacation, and sick leave