"Alerted.org

The Director, Microsoft Corporation Stakeholders Voluntary Political Action Committee (MSVPAC) holds a significant role within Microsoft's U.S. Government Affairs team, which is part of the Corporate, External, and Legal Affairs (CELA) organization. This role entails helping to shape the strategic direction of Microsoft's Political Action Committee (PAC) and linking corporate priorities with political initiatives.

The Director, MSVPAC manages the strategic, operational, and day-to-day functions of Microsoft's Political Action Committee. This role includes creating strategies to grow and sustain PAC membership, building relationships to boost member engagement, and ensuring that MSVPAC activities align with Microsoft's corporate goals. It requires a deep understanding of federal legislative and political processes, which must be clearly communicated to both existing and prospective PAC members.

This role can be based in our Redmond, WA or Washington D.C. office.

Microsoft is on a mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Our culture is centered on embracing a growth mindset, a theme of inspiring excellence, and encouraging teams and leaders to bring their best each day. A growth mindset encourages each of us to lean in and learn what matters most to our customers, to create the foundational knowledge that enables us to make customer-first decisions in everything we do. In doing so, we create life-changing innovations that impact billions of lives around the world. You can help us achieve our mission.

Responsibilities

+ Developing strategies to grow PAC membership through recruitment, marketing, and engagement activities.

+ Ensuring compliance with federal, state, local laws, and internal policies related to PAC contributions and reporting.

+ Managing fundraising campaigns and events, involving executives and employees in political and PAC-related initiatives.

+ Collaborating with the U.S. Government Affairs team to align state and federal programs.

+ Working with internal stakeholders to align MSVPAC initiatives with Microsoft's business goals and resources.

+ Help develop membership benefits and campaigns to boost engagement.

+ Embody our Culture (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about/corporate-values) and Values (https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/culture)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration, Technology, Law, Liberal Arts, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years work experience in government affairs, corporate affairs, campaign, fundraising, PAC, or related area OR equivalent experience.

+ 5+ years in political fundraising, PAC management, or grassroots activities.

+ 5+ years of experience with federal or state political/campaign work.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Possess a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft’s strategic objectives and the broader technological, political, policy, and industry landscape.

+ Strategic thinking and problem-solving.

+ Multitasking and deadline management.

+ Interpersonal and collaborative abilities.

+ Responsive and action-oriented across teams.

+ Goal-setting and influence to achieve objectives.

+ Knowledge of political contribution regulations and reporting.

+ Diplomacy skills with executives and officials.

+ Communication and public speaking skills.

+ High ethical standards and integrity.

+ Proficiency in data management and attention to detail.

Government Affairs IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $132,200 - $258,000 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $165,800 - $278,900 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until July 30, 2025.

\#CELA

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .