[Remote] KAP 2026-2027 - Manager of Education Initiatives - Virginia Institute for Public Policy

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Stand Together is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing individual liberty and personal responsibility. The Manager of Education Initiatives will coordinate and advance the Virginia Institute for Public Policy's education portfolio, contributing to policy development and legislative engagement to expand education opportunities across Virginia.ResponsibilitiesDraft, analyze, and advance education legislation and regulatory proposalsMonitor and interpret legislative and administrative developments impacting education policyDevelop and execute legislative strategies, including direct engagement with legislators, staff, and executive branch officialsPrepare policy memos, talking points, testimony, and legislative summariesManage and coordinate coalitions aligned around education freedom, including support for initiatives such as microschools and parental rights effortsServe as a key point of contact for coalition partners, helping ensure alignment on priorities, messaging, and strategyFacilitate coalition meetings, briefings, and coordinated advocacy effortsCultivate and expand relationships with nonprofits, community leaders, policymakers, and fundersIdentify and engage new partners, including nontraditional allies, to broaden impactTranslate policy priorities—particularly parental rights and education transparency—into clear, compelling messaging for policymakers, partners, and the publicAuthor op-eds, policy briefs, reports, and public-facing materialsDraft communications for supporters, partners, and policymakersCoordinate messaging across coalitions and internal teams to ensure consistency and effectivenessSupport digital and social media efforts to expand reach and engagementBuild and mobilize grassroots networks to support education initiativesConduct targeted outreach to families and communities seeking expanded education optionsDevelop strategies to increase awareness of parental rights and available education pathwaysProvide guidance and resources to individuals interested in microschools and alternative education modelsSupport development efforts through donor engagement, grant support, and strategic communicationsAssist in cultivating relationships with philanthropic partners and aligned fundersContribute to proposals and reporting that demonstrate program impact and growthSkills4+ years of experience in education policy, legislative processes, and advocacy strategy2+ years of experience for the right candidateExperience in coalition building, stakeholder engagement, or public policyExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex ideasDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectivelyExperience engaging communities and building broad-based support for policy initiativesSelf-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environmentTech-savvy and comfortable with tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and communication platformsPhilosophically aligned with the principles of liberty, free markets, limited government, and the fundamental role of parents in directing their children's educationWriting sample (e.g., policy memo, legislative testimony, or articlesCompany OverviewStand Together is a non-profit organization management company that specializes in education, trade, foreign policy. It was founded in 2003, and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://standtogether.org/.