Senior Education Policy Analyst
Job Description
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the country’s greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps common-sense reforms from being passed, and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way.
Americans for Prosperity is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.
Americans for Prosperity (AFP) seeks an Education Policy Senior Analyst to assist its effort in developing an educational freedom agenda across the 50 states. We seek a liberty-minded individual with experience in state education policy with knowledge in educational funding systems and finance policy who recognizes that freedom and opportunity lead to prosperity. Reporting to one of AFP’s Policy Portfolio Directors, the candidate will work collaboratively with other members of the team to craft analysis and other content related to current legislation, policy proposals, and provide research to support our policy initiatives.
If you are excited to drive a conversation around issues critical to the kind of reforms needed to unleash educational freedom and choice and are looking for an out-of-the-box policy career opportunity, apply today!
How You Will Contribute:
- Work to advance the principals of a free and open society by producing analysis and research material to assist in the production of policy products, including but not limited to issue summaries, issue briefs, advocacy tools, testimony, opinion and commentary, and any other material needed to support the organization's engagement efforts.
- Assist with the development of letters of support for legislation at the federal and state level, as well as internal briefing documents for staff and management on an as-needed basis.
- Aid in the translation of complex issues into talking points/written text for communications and grassroots teams.
- Analyze legislation to evaluate its alignment to AFP’s policy priorities.
- Work with state chapters to better understand the impact of current federal and state legislation and regulatory policies.
- Assist on other special projects as needed.
What You Will Bring:
- A minimum of five years of experience working in a related field (i.e. policy analysis, Capitol Hill position, state Capitol position, etc.).
- Expertise in K-12 education policy, with a preferred focus in education funding formulas.
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, environment.
- Integrity, humility, and an entrepreneurial attitude.
- A positive attitude and an earnest interest in building strong partnerships with state chapters and coalition partners.
- A firm commitment to advancing a society of equal rights and mutual benefit where people can succeed by creating value for others.
- Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.
What We Offer:
- Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
- A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
- Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
- Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.
Our Values: Working at Stand Together is different from many other organizations. Our culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers our employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.
We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success, and that is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity.