Policy Organizer

Herrera Strategy is a full-service progressive public affairs agency specializing in labor rights, immigrant advocacy, environmental justice, and human rights campaigns.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a values-aligned Policy Organizer to join our growing team. This role offers exceptional exposure to high-level policy work and client relationships - ideal for someone early in their career ready to take on significant responsibility and learn by doing. You'll work closely with senior leadership while building expertise across multiple policy areas, developing relationships with government leaders at all levels, and making real impact from day one.

Core Responsibilities

Relationship & Coalition Management

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with elected officials and their staff
• Participate in client meetings and serve as a key point of contact
• Support coalition-building efforts and manage multi-stakeholder initiatives
• Represent clients at relevant events and meetings as needed
• Travel to Springfield during legislative session as needed

Strategic Policy Work

• Conduct comprehensive policy analysis and review proposed legislation
• Coordinate and schedule meetings with legislators and key stakeholders
• Synthesize feedback from diverse stakeholder groups, including both supporters and opposition
• Generate detailed reports and briefing materials for clients and internal use
• Support database management and help create materials that translate complex information into clear, actionable insights

What We're Looking For

Essential Qualifications

• Strong writing skills across formats - from detailed policy analysis to punchy messaging
• Exceptional social skills with ability to build relationships and navigate political environments
• Experience in coalition management - or similar experience
• Strong analytical capacity with ability to synthesize complex information quickly, with regard to policy and political analysis
• Quick learner with intellectual curiosity and drive to understand complex policy issues
• Collaborative mindset with willingness to take direction and handle both strategic and administrative tasks
• Self-motivated with genuine commitment to advancing progressive policy and social justice
• Critical thinking skills with strategic instincts for when to push and when to listen
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Interest in public policy and legislative processes

Preferred Experience

• Background in public affairs, government relations, or policy analysis
• Experience in research, communications, or project management
• Understanding of legislative processes and stakeholder engagement
• Organizing experience (volunteer or professional), particularly identifying and mobilizing around self-interest
• Proficiency with technology and willingness to learn new systems

Professional Qualities

• Socially confident with diplomatic communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive information
• Ability to work and respond quickly while maintaining quality

What We Offer

• Hybrid work arrangement
• Direct mentorship and collaboration with senior leadership
• Career development opportunities with clear advancement potential
• Diverse project exposure across multiple policy areas and client sectors
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to: info@herrerastrategy.com with the subject line: Policy Organizer Application: [Your Name]

In your cover letter, please address:

• An issue you're passionate about and how you would convince someone unfamiliar with it that it matters
• A time when you built support for an idea among people who initially disagreed with you
• A situation where you needed to quickly establish a connection with someone you'd never met before

About Herrera Strategy

Herrera Strategy is a high-impact social policy agency with a proven track record of punching above its weight in delivering meaningful policy change and campaign outcomes for working people. Organizing and effective communications are at the center of everything we do, and we believe in the power of effective coalitions to make big things happen. Herrera Strategy is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our business.