Policy Manager

Reports to: Chief Policy Officer

Staff reporting to this position: None

Location: On-site in Washington, D.C.

Summary:

Democratic Majority for Israel (DMFI) seeks a Policy Manager to support the organization’s federal policy and congressional engagement strategy. Reporting to the Chief Policy Officer, the Policy Manager helps research and shape DMFI’s legislative priorities, manage congressional relationships on Capitol Hill, and advance Democratic support for a strong U.S.–Israel relationship.

The Policy Manager works closely with the Chief Policy Officer and senior leadership to translate policy objectives into effective advocacy, legislative engagement, and political impact, while supporting day-to-day policy execution.

Key Responsibilities

Policy & Legislative Strategy

• Support development and execution of DMFI’s congressional and federal policy agenda
• Draft policy memos, briefings, and talking points for congressional staff and external audiences
• Monitor and analyze legislation, letters, votes, and committee activity related to Israel and the U.S.–Israel relationship
• Provide policy analysis and recommendations to senior leadership

Congressional Engagement

• Help manage congressional contacts regarding policy and legislative matters
• Prepare DMFI leadership for meetings, briefings, and congressional engagements

Member Tracking & Political Analysis

• Develop and maintain member profiles and alignment assessments across the House and Senate
• Track member voting records, rhetoric, and legislative activity related to Israel
• Monitor key committees and caucuses, including Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Appropriations
• Produce concise internal summaries of hearings and legislative developments

Programming & External Engagement

• Support congressional briefings, Hill working groups, and staff engagement programs
• Summarize policy briefings, coalition meetings, and external convenings

Advocacy & Cross-Team Coordination

• Support advocacy campaigns, including helping develop and disseminate targeted outreach and action alerts
• Work closely with communications, political, and development teams to ensure alignment across policy, messaging, and strategy
• Support day-to-day policy operations and team coordination
• Perform other duties as assigned

100% employer premium paid health, dental, vision. Vacation, sick and PTO days off

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5-7 years of experience on Capitol Hill, in government relations, or in policy or advocacy roles
• Knowledge of congressional procedure and Democratic caucus dynamics
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex political relationships and sensitive issues
• Strong writing, briefing, and verbal communication skills
• Background in foreign policy or national security policy

What We’re Looking For

• Sound political judgment and discretion
• Ability to think strategically while managing day-to-day execution
• Comfort representing the organization in political and policy settings
• Strong alignment with Democratic values and DMFI’s mission
• Familiarity using legislative tracking tools like Quorum, Politico Pro, or CQ Roll Call