● Lead and manage policy task forces: Convene and coordinate NCC’s policy task forces, working with internal leadership, external chairs, and subject-matter experts to shape a comprehensive and pragmatic solutions agenda addressing California’s most pressing challenges.
● Develop and drive a solutions agenda: Craft actionable, evidence-based policy proposals in NCC’s core issue areas—Housing, Homelessness, Water & Energy, and Middle Class Jobs—that respond to public needs and advance bipartisan, durable solutions.
● Advocate for policy adoption and implementation: In partnership with NCC leadership, coalition partners, and lobbying team, lead efforts to steward NCC’s solutions through legislative, administrative, and regulatory processes, from bill introduction to implementation and oversight
● Build and manage strategic coalitions: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with partner organizations, advocacy groups, business leaders, labor, community stakeholders, and public officials to build broad, cross-sector support for NCC’s policy priorities.
● Monitor and respond to emerging issues: Stay abreast of state and local policy developments, political dynamics, and public opinion trends; proactively identify opportunities and risks for NCC’s agenda and adapt strategies accordingly.
● Oversee policy research and analysis: Manage the production of policy briefs, white papers, and legislative analyses to inform NCC leadership, partners, and the public about key issues and policy proposals.
● Support stakeholder and investor communications: Partner with the investor relations and communications teams to articulate the policy agenda to funders, the media, and the public, showcasing impact and building confidence in NCC’s leadership on solutions.
● Represent NCC externally: Serve as a public voice for the organization’s policy agenda, representing NCC in coalitions, legislative hearings, public forums, and media opportunities.
Qualifications:
● Background in policy research, development and/or advocacy ideally at the California state level. Committee experience preferred.
● Proven track record of developing and executing successful policy solution strategies within government or at organizations that directly interface with policymakers.
● Ability to come up to speed on a variety of different policy areas and on the minutiae of different policy areas and advocacy processes.
● Strong communications and interpersonal skills to navigate the complexities of coalition building and the policy advocacy process.
● Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
● Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
● Passion for and commitment to the mission of the New California Coalition and its work in shaping a better future for California.