Overview
The Alliance for American Leadership (A4AL) is a bipartisan political action committee dedicated to revitalizing U.S. global leadership through strategic investments in international development. We believe effective foreign assistance fights global poverty, strengthens U.S. national security, prevents pandemics, and supports American economic growth.
Demonstrated Impact
- 650+ meetings with congressional offices
- 800+ advocates mobilized across all 50 states
- $400 million in global health funding protected from rescissions
- This is lobbying that works.
Role Overview
The Director of Government Affairs will lead A4AL’s federal advocacy strategy on Capitol Hill and with relevant executive-branch stakeholders. This role is responsible for advancing A4AL’s policy priorities, managing congressional relationships, and translating grassroots energy into legislative wins.
This is a senior, externally facing role suited for someone with deep Hill experience, strong policy instincts, and the ability to operate in a fast-moving political environment.
This is a volunteer, unpaid role. It is perfect for someone between jobs or for a retired government affairs professional who wants to give back. We are asking our Director of Government Affairs to volunteer at least 20 hours a week for the organization, but are also accepting applications from Government Affairs Advisors who have less time to commit.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead A4AL’s lobbying strategy related to foreign assistance, global health, famine relief, and development reform
- Manage and expand relationships with Members of Congress, chiefs of staff, legislative directors, and key committee staff
- Coordinate advocacy with executive-branch stakeholders (State, OMB, NSC) where appropriate
- Track legislative developments, appropriations cycles, and policy threats/opportunities
Policy and Strategy
- Draft policy briefs, memos, talking points, and legislative recommendations
- Help refine A4AL’s reform agenda for U.S. foreign assistance and development institutions
Grassroots Integration
- Work closely with A4AL’s organizing team to align Hill strategy with campus and grassroots advocacy
- Prepare advocates for congressional meetings, fly-ins, and district engagement
- Ensure youth-led advocacy is targeted, credible, and effective
Political and Coalition Building
- Coordinate with allied organizations, PACs, think tanks, and advocacy groups
- Support candidate endorsement strategy by advising on policy positioning and political context
- Represent A4AL in meetings, briefings, and public forums
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience on Capitol Hill or in a government-relations role
- Strong understanding of U.S. foreign policy, foreign assistance, appropriations, or national security
- Demonstrated experience lobbying Congress or managing legislative strategy
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced political environment
- Commitment to bipartisan, results-driven advocacy
- Passion for youth-led movements and enthusiasm for mentorship
Why Join A4AL
- Direct impact on U.S. policy affecting millions of lives worldwide
- Opportunity to shape a growing, youth-powered movement with real political leverage
- Proven success protecting funding and influencing Congress
- Collaborative team spanning government, policy, and grassroots organizing