Full Time - Statewide Policy & Advocacy Manager

Position Overview

NEW Pride Agenda (NPA) is looking for our next Statewide Policy & Advocacy Manager, who will

lead NPA's statewide legislative advocacy, working directly with legislators, lobbyists, coalition

partners, and community stakeholders. It will be important that the manager also has

awareness and is attentive to the national landscape as it relates to LGBTQ+ rights.

Reporting to the Executive Director and working across departments (organizing,

communications, programs), this role ensures that state-level advocacy efforts are strategic,

coordinated, and community-informed. The manager will play a key role in shaping and

advancing laws and policies that protect and uplift LGBTQ+ New Yorkers. With a deep

understanding of the legislative process, strong community engagement skills, and the ability to

work collaboratively, this position will help ensure that New York remains a leader of LGBTQ+

equity and inclusion.

Energized by a fast-paced environment, motivated to lead with independence while

collaborating with others, and driven to create real impact in people's lives—if this sounds like

you, we want you in this role.

Here's What You'll Do

• Policy Strategy & Legislative Work:Track, analyze, and monitor bills and regulations at

the state and local levels that impact LGBTQ+ rights; Craft and review policy documents;

Develop strategic recommendations

• Advocacy & Coalition Building: Build and sustain relationships with state legislators and

policymakers, coalition partners, community partners, and grassroots networks; Lead

and coordinate coalition efforts; Represent the organization in public forums, legislative

hearings, and media engagements

• Communications & Public Engagement: Produce public-facing content; Develop and

issue rapid-response messaging, especially during active legislative sessions or crises;

Lead advocacy campaigns, collaborate with communications partners; sustain media

relationships.

• Research, Analysis, and Resource Development:Conduct research on policy trends,

legislative developments, and data affecting LGBTQ+ communities; Provide trainings,

workshops, and support materials to stakeholders; Develop toolkits, advocacy guides, or

policy guides to support change-making

• Administrative & Team Collaboration:Help design and executive statewide advocacy

strategy; Contribute to fundraising efforts and strategy; Manage interns or junior staff;

Engage with programs, operations, and development teams

Thriving In This Role

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to LGBTQ+ rights, racial equity, and social justice
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in policy-based advocacy, government relations, or

related field

• Strong understanding of the New York State legislative process and political landscape
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and policy

writing

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Comfort in high-paced environments and readiness to adapt when priorities shift
• Ability to travel within New York State and work some evenings and weekends (valid

driver's license and reliable vehicle required)

Position Details

SUPERVISOR | Executive Director

SALARY | $65,000-$72,000

Final compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include

geographic location, work experience, knowledge, and skill level

CLASSIFICATION | Exempt, full-time

LOCATION | Hybrid with some travel; ; Preference for candidates based in Capitol Region,

Central NY, or Western NY / Finger Lakes Region.

Equity Opportunity Employer

NEW Pride Agenda is an equal and equitable opportunity employer and does not discriminate

based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, education

level or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will be considered for

employment.

About NEW Pride Agenda

Founded in 2019 by a coalition of established and emerging leaders, the NEW Pride Agenda

(NPA) was created with a resolute mission: to champion education and advocacy for the most

underserved members of the LGBTQ+ community.

NPA is committed to advancing justice across economic, health, racial, and gender identity

dimensions for marginalized LGBTQ+ individuals in New York State. Grounded in the belief that

LGBTQ+ rights are fundamental civil rights, the organization addressed critical issues impacting

daily life, including housing, employment, and healthcare.

The organization's accomplishments including advocacy that resulted in the NYS Executive

Branch mandating over 340,000 state employees to receive Gender Expression

Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA) cultural competency training, a first in the nation; ensuring the

repeal of the "Walking While Trans" ban; expanded state funding for LGBTQ+ health and human

services in the Executive Budget; securing insurance coverage for PrEP access; and more.

Generous time off package of time accrued including paid vacation totaling 20 days

annually, 14 days of paid organizational rest and reset breaks, 2 weeks of sick time, 12

legal paid holidays, paid family leave and medical leave, and more.

• Hybrid work-policy (3 days in-office, 2-days remote)
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Dependent care assistance program
• Domestic partnership rights and benefits
• Flexible Spending Account options
• Life insurance and legal assistance benefits
• Long-term and short-term disability options
• 401(k) pension and savings plan and 403(b) plan with employer matching

English speaking, bilingual +.