Job Description

New York City is home to approximately 1.64 million older adults, and the Department for the Aging is committed to helping them age in their homes and communities. Our mission is to eliminate ageism and ensure the dignity and quality of life of diverse older adults. We also work to support caregivers through service, advocacy, and education.

The Government Affairs Unit acts as the agency’s primary liaison to elected officials, community boards, aging services providers, and advocates in order to promote NYC Aging’s mission and priorities. The Unit prepares NYC Aging’s city, state, and federal legislative agenda and represents the Commissioner at public hearings, high-level meetings, and community events. The Unit also analyzes pending legislation and keeps the agency abreast of any relevant legislative developments.

NYC Aging seeks a dynamic, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to serve as Government Affairs Officer to the Department’s government affairs work and strategies. Under the supervision of the Director of Government Affairs, the Government Affairs Officer is responsible for supporting the advancement of NYC Aging’s outreach efforts, intergovernmental endeavors, and awareness campaigns for the Borough of Manhattan. In addition, responsibilities will include:

- Attend various intergovernmental and community meetings to represent NYC Aging; represent NYC Aging and promote its programs, services, and initiatives.

- Establish and maintain relationships with elected officials, community leaders, and service providers.

- Represent NYC Aging at Community - and Borough - Board meetings, resource fairs, community organization, and tabling events as required.

- Lead or participate in various presentations, events, and special projects on behalf of NYC Aging.

- Work closely with NYC Aging’s Bureaus and Units on outreach strategies, awareness campaigns, and other initiatives focused on the aging community.

- Assist in preparing for annual Borough Budget Consultations and Public Hearings on NYC Aging’s Annual Plan Summary.

- Maintain a current and comprehensive understanding of aging services and issues in New York City.

- Perform other related and necessary tasks as needed.

Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.