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About Us:

If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.

We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.

Position Overview:

Help develop and execute policy advocacy and programming for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Americas Department to support the work of its binational business councils and other initiatives.

Responsibilities:

+ Support the Americas binational business council leads by managing the activities of the councils/initiatives, including developing policy and programs along with planning and implementing events in the U.S. and the region.

+ Help promote and execute business missions and meetings in the region as well as visits from senior-level government officials and business leaders from the Americas and the U.S. This includes developing agendas and interfacing with speakers, government officials, and key partners.

+ Prepare written communications, including letters, briefing memos, policy documents, blog posts, press releases, and reports.

+ Provide regional and country-specific updates on political and economic developments and trade and investment policy issues.

+ Support the delivery of advocacy and advisory services to members.

+ Support member and stakeholder relationship management and outreach to expand membership.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in international relations or a comparable field and 3-5 years' related experience, preferably with an international focus.

+ A broad understanding of international trade and investment policies and regional political and economic developments and how they impact the business community.

+ Experience with event and program development and management.

+ Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading.

+ Strong organization and attention to detail.

+ Ability to interact effectively with senior-level executives and foreign and domestic government officials.

+ Willingness to travel overseas.

The salary range for this position is $73,697.00 to $82,000.00. The actual salary paid for this position will vary based on market data, an applicant’s qualifications, relevant degrees, certifications, and other factors. Our full-time employees are eligible for benefits, including health care, vision, dental, retirement, and paid leave.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Details

Job Family Advocacy - International

Job Function Manager

Pay Type Salary