FULL TIME – REMOTE
Reports to: COO
About The Policy Circle
The Policy Circle is the premier pipeline for women leaders at the state and local level whose
values are grounded in limited government principles and committed to civil discourse. The
women in our community don’t just follow policy conversations; they create real civic impact in
their states and communities.
Policy Circle Briefs are the foundation of our educational platform. They equip women with the
context, multiple perspectives, and practical understanding they need to engage thoughtfully in
civic life. As we scale our impact, we are seeking a curious, collaborative, and highly organized
Senior Policy Manager to lead the development of policy content that informs women,
strengthens our community, and fuels civic engagement.
Role Description
The Policy Circle believes informed citizens make stronger communities. Our Policy Briefs don’t
tell readers what to think – they equip them to think critically by presenting balanced facts,
multiple perspectives, and thoughtful questions.
The Senior Policy Manager leads The Policy Circle’s established Brief development process
from concept through publication. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys researching
complex issues, interviewing subject matter experts, writing and editing policy Briefs, and
translating nuanced policy topics into clear, balanced, and engaging resources for a broad
audience.
Working closely with colleagues across the organization, the Senior Policy Manager owns every
stage of the Brief development process, from research and outlining to AI-assisted drafting,
stakeholder engagement, publication, and ongoing updates. They ensure every Brief reflects
The Policy Circle’s commitment to intellectual honesty, civil discourse, and thoughtful civic
engagement.
Policy Circle Briefs are not advocacy pieces or white papers. They are balanced educational
resources that present multiple perspectives, explore tradeoffs, and equip readers to think
critically and reach their own conclusions. The ideal candidate is an exceptional researcher,
writer, editor, project manager, and collaborator who embraces emerging AI tools to improve
research and workflow efficiency while recognizing that human judgment, curiosity, and editorial
excellence remain essential.
Role Responsibilities
The responsibilities of this role are centered on The Policy Circle’s three strategic pillars, which
provide the framework for advancing our mission. Together, they reflect the role’s responsibility
to strengthen our policy content, equip women for meaningful civic engagement, and build the
relationships and community needed to expand our impact.
Cultivate Champions
Build trusted policy content that strengthens The Policy Circle’s reputation and expands our
network of champions.
● Lead the direction, development, and ongoing evolution of The Policy Circle’s policy
content portfolio, including Policy Circle Briefs, timely policy analysis, blogs, companion
resources, and other educational content.
● Serve as The Policy Circle’s go-to internal policy expert, providing guidance on policy
issues, emerging developments, and opportunities for the organization to contribute to
timely conversations.
● Maintain a strong pulse on the policy landscape, identifying opportunities for new
content, updates to existing Briefs, and issues The Policy Circle should address, amplify,
or translate for its community.
● Develop outlines and write, edit, and update Policy Circle Briefs and other policy content,
using AI to strengthen research, drafting, editing, and workflow efficiency.
● Conduct interviews and build relationships with subject-matter experts, researchers,
policymakers, think tanks, and partner organizations.
● Ensure all policy content reflects The Policy Circle’s standards for accuracy, editorial
balance, intellectual honesty, accessibility, and relevance.
Expand Civic Impact
Develop policy content that equips women to better understand issues, engage in meaningful
discussions, and take informed civic action.
● Develop policy content that helps women understand complex issues, engage in
meaningful discussions, and take informed civic action.
● Extend the reach and useful life of every Brief through executive summaries, discussion
guides, learning modules, “What You Can Do Next” sections, blogs, and other
companion resources.
● Serve as a strategic policy partner to Programs, Communications, Partnerships, and
Development, helping translate policy issues for broader audiences and connect content
to organizational priorities.
● Track audience engagement and recommend improvements that increase the relevance,
usefulness, reach, and impact of The Policy Circle’s policy content.
Build Authentic Community
Lead a collaborative Brief development process that engages diverse voices and strengthens
relationships across The Policy Circle community.
● Lead The Policy Circle’s collaborative Brief development and review process, engaging
internal teams, subject-matter experts, Circle Leaders, donors, partners, and other
stakeholders at the appropriate points.
● Gather, synthesize, and incorporate feedback while maintaining a clear, balanced
editorial voice and protecting the integrity of the final product.
● Manage and provide editorial direction to the Policy Editor, including assignments,
priorities, standards, timelines, and quality expectations.
● Build and manage the editorial calendar
● Continuously improve the policy content development process by strengthening
collaboration, integrating AI tools, and increasing efficiency, consistency, and quality.
Qualifications:
● 5+ years of experience in public policy, journalism, research, think tanks, government,
higher education, nonprofit organizations, or a related field.
● Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
● Demonstrated ability to objectively research complex policy issues, present competing
perspectives fairly, and synthesize nuanced information into balanced educational
content that informs rather than persuades.
● Exceptional project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage
multiple complex projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
● Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and build productive relationships with
diverse stakeholders.
● Experience using AI as a core part of research, writing, editing, and project management
workflows. Curiosity about emerging AI tools and a commitment to continually improving
how technology can strengthen policy content is essential.
● Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
● Passion for The Policy Circle’s mission and a commitment to informed, respectful civic
discourse.
How You’ll Make an Impact
At The Policy Circle, publishing a Brief is not the finish line, it’s the beginning. Every Brief is
designed to equip women with the knowledge and confidence to engage thoughtfully in civic life,
spark meaningful conversations, strengthen relationships, and inspire action in communities
across the country.
In this role, you will help shape one of The Policy Circle’s most valuable organizational assets.
You will create trusted policy content that informs women, fuels discussion, supports our
programs, strengthens partnerships, equips our development team, and advances our mission.
Successful candidates will:
● Produce high-quality Policy Circle Briefs that are published on time.
● Lead a collaborative and efficient Brief development process that engages the right
internal and external stakeholders.
● Build and maintain a strong network of trusted subject matter experts and contributors.
● Leverage AI to improve research, drafting, and workflow efficiency while maintaining
exceptional editorial quality.
● Ensure Policy Circle Briefs are consistently used across Circles, CLER, programs,
fundraising, partnerships, and communications.
● Continuously improve the quality, reach, and impact of Policy Circle’s policy content.
● Help equip women to better understand complex issues, think critically about competing
ideas, engage in meaningful conversations, and strengthen their communities.
Working at The Policy Circle
This is a remote position with potential for travel. Compensation will be commensurate with
experience. Generous benefits package including but not limited to: Medical, vision, and dental
coverage starting within the first 30 days of employment; Matching 401k – after 90 days of
employment; Life insurance; Paid parental leave; 10 company holidays and 26 PTO days;
Half-day Fridays; and cell phone reimbursement.
How to Apply
To apply, qualified individuals should submit the following application materials in one PDF
document:
● Resume
● Cover letter (1 page max) including:
○ An introductory paragraph sharing why The Policy Circle’s mission resonates
with you, your perspective on personal and economic freedom and personal
agency, and what draws you to this role;
○ And a paragraph describing your relevant experience and the strengths you
would bring to this role, including examples of measurable results.
● Salary requirements
Applications should be emailed to hr@thepolicycircle.org. There is no application deadline for
this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site
until it is filled. While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are
only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be
considered. No phone calls, please.
