State Government Affairs Director (Southeast)

#### OVERVIEW

The Foundation for Government Accountability (FGA) is hiring a State Government Affairs Director (Southeast) to own our government affairs work across Alabama, Arkansas, North Carolina, and South Carolina. In this role, you’ll build the legislative strategy for each state, cultivate the relationships that move bills, and shepherd FGA’s reform priorities through the 2027 sessions.

You’ll drive FGA’s agenda in your states and become the go-to strategist for the lawmakers who decide which bills move. When a legislative fight heats up, you run the war room: set the strategy, rally the partners, and get the reform passed.

The ideal candidate brings at least five years in state government affairs, policy advocacy, or related political work, with a track record of winning tough policy fights. This role is remote, and we strongly prefer candidates who live in Alabama, Arkansas, North Carolina, or South Carolina. Expect regular travel across these four states, with the heaviest stretches during session.

#### CULTURE AND FIT

The people who consistently succeed at FGA are those whose actions and behavior reflect our five Core Values. If you adhere to these values and answer “yes” to each of the following questions, you may be a fit.

1)

Candid to Solve: Being willing to have tough conversations in order to solve issues and build trust.

* Do you seek out constructive feedback—and provide it to others—to solve issues and build trust with coworkers?

2)

Grow or Die: We don’t have a neutral gear; we must consistently challenge ourselves and each other to grow in our talents and skills.

* Are you aware of your strengths and weaknesses, and do you seek out complementary skills and growth in order to mitigate your weaknesses?

3)

Politically Savvy: Policy doesn’t change in a vacuum, but in a political reality that we must understand and account for.

* Do you agree that embracing the realities of politics is necessary t