Legislative Coordinator

Why Join Us? As a Legislative Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in shaping our organization's legislative agenda. You will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and passionate team, contribute to meaningful initiatives, and make a positive impact on the community. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about legislative affairs and want to be part of a team that makes a difference, then we want to hear from you. Apply now and join us in our mission to create a better future for all. LawMaker is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company.

Job Title: Legislative Coordinator

Location: Obock, Djibouti

Employment Type: Contract

About the Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Legislative Coordinator to join our team. As a Legislative Coordinator, you will be responsible for supporting the legislative activities of our organization. You will work closely with our legislative team to ensure that our organization's goals and objectives are achieved through effective advocacy and communication with policymakers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor legislative activity at the local, state, and federal levels and provide regular updates to the legislative team.
• Conduct research on legislative issues and provide analysis and recommendations to the legislative team.
• Assist in the development and implementation of legislative strategies and initiatives.
• Track legislation and help prepare written testimony or statements for hearings and meetings.
• Build relationships and maintain contact with key stakeholders, including legislators, regulatory agencies, and community organizations.
• Coordinate and attend meetings and events related to legislative efforts.
• Draft and edit legislative documents, including letters, memos, and reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of legislative activity and communications.
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop and execute effective communication strategies to support legislative efforts.
• Provide administrative support to the legislative team, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and coordinating travel arrangements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in legislative affairs, government relations, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of the legislative process and experience with legislative tracking systems.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.