Senior Manager, Political Affairs

Job Description:

• Serve as a strategic leader within RCG’s Corporate Affairs team
• Responsible for the comprehensive management, growth, and compliance of RCG USA’s Political Action Committee
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Public Affairs, Government Relations, Community Engagement, and legal counsel
• Lead and evolve the long-term vision, growth strategy, and operations of RCG USA PAC
• Develop member engagement and ship tour program
• Plan and execute convenings (roundtables, briefings, receptions, and site visits)
• Support PAC fundraising events and engagement activities
• Provide political intelligence and research to inform grassroots and coalition strategies
• Monitor political and regulatory developments impacting the vacation and tourism industry
• Work with counsel to ensure full compliance with all FEC, IRS, and state-level regulatory and reporting requirements for PACs
• Track and report performance metrics, including fundraising progress, participation, disbursements, and election outcomes

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of experience in PAC management, political fundraising, campaign finance compliance, and/or related public affairs roles
• Experience working with or within political campaigns, party committees, or political fundraising organizations preferred
• Extensive knowledge of FEC compliance, federal and state campaign finance laws, and lobbying disclosure requirements
• Demonstrated experience in a senior role managing a corporate, association, or other PAC program with national reach
• Proven strategic thinker and collaborator with the ability to lead complex projects and grow a political program
• High-level project management, analytics, and organizational skills
• Exceptional oral and written communication and presentation skills, including for executive-level audiences
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to draft clear, compelling communications for internal and external audiences
• Strong political acumen and understanding of the political campaign ecosystem
• Professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive political and legal matters
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, while also being an excellent collaborator
• Ability to travel for industry events and ship tours

Benefits:

• competitive compensation and benefits package
• excellent career development opportunities