Job specifications

Organisation: National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV)
Job title: Public Policy Coordinator
Work arrangement: Remote, but applicants must reside in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia (DMV) area and be able to attend in-person commitments in Washington, D.C.
Employment type: Full-time status not explicitly stated; exempt position
Salary: $60,000–$65,000 per year
Application deadline: October 28, 2026
Experience required: At least 2 years of relevant work experience

About the Role

NNEDV is seeking a Public Policy Coordinator to support its Public Policy team in advancing policies that promote justice and safety for survivors of domestic violence. The successful candidate will provide administrative and project support, coordinate advocacy events, monitor legislation, conduct research, and help develop policy communications and advocacy initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Administrative and project support: Schedule meetings, prepare notes, manage project timelines, organise team files, and coordinate follow-up activities.
• Research and reporting: Support the annual Domestic Violence Counts survey and report, manage survey data, summarise research, and prepare reports, advocacy letters, fact sheets, and policy documents.
• Event coordination: Organise Advocacy Days, congressional briefings, and other virtual and in-person events, including speaker arrangements, accommodation, materials, meeting technology, and follow-up.
• Policy monitoring: Track legislation using the Quorum government affairs system, monitor policy discussions, attend national policy meetings, and summarise relevant developments.
• Advocacy and communications: Develop action alerts, coordinate email and social media distribution, update website policy content, and maintain current policy resources.
• Stakeholder engagement: Build relationships with NNEDV teams, member coalitions, and external partners to strengthen policy initiatives.
• Internship coordination: Recruit, onboard, and support interns while assigning and monitoring their work.

Qualifications and Skills

• At least two years of relevant work experience, preferably in public policy. Experience in legislative or executive branches is an advantage.
• Experience with event planning, scheduling, and logistical coordination.
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, organisation, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proficiency in Zoom, Microsoft Excel and Word, Adobe, SurveyMonkey, Quorum, InDesign, and content management systems.
• Strong commitment to public interest work and NNEDV’s mission of advancing safety and justice for domestic violence survivors.

Location

Although the position is remote, applicants must live in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia (DMV) area and be available for in-person meetings and advocacy commitments in Washington, D.C.

This location requirement is important for applicants based outside the United States.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter explaining how your experience aligns with the role.

• Email: talent@nnedv.org
• Subject line: Public Policy Coordinator
• Deadline: October 28, 2026

Applicants should highlight their policy research, writing, event coordination, legislative monitoring, project management, and advocacy experience.