Public Policy Manager II

Job Title: Public Policy Manager II

Location: Washington, DC

Duration: Contract - 12 months

Pay Range: $41/hr $45/hr (W2)

Job ID: 409785

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking an Innovation Policy Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in AI solutions, wearables, VR, and policy program design and a proven ability to create and execute experiences, events, and campaigns that educate policy stakeholders and advocate for the economic and social value of innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Lead demos that provide policy audiences with hands-on experiences using AI solutions, wearables, and VR.


• Design, develop, and execute innovation policy experiences and events for education and outreach.


• Develop strategic outreach programs and policy campaigns to advocate for the economic and social value of AI innovation.


• Support engagement with policymakers, trade associations, industry partners, key opinion formers, and non-profits on innovation policy topics.


• Work cross-functionally with Product, Marketing, Legal, Communications, Partnerships, and global policy teams to build and drive programs and campaigns.


• Build coalitions with external organizations to advance company policy goals.


• Develop and project manage innovative policy programs and campaigns, including for new AI products.


• Independently manage smaller advocacy campaigns or co-manage larger initiatives, serving as a primary client lead when needed.


• Lead cross-functional initiatives with internal and external stakeholders to champion AI innovation.


• Travel domestically on a frequent basis to support events and engagements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in public policy, law, political science, or a related field.


• 5+ years of experience in policy or legal roles focused on AI or related technologies.


• Knowledge of AI solutions and policy considerations associated with emerging technologies.


• Experience developing and executing stakeholder engagements, events, and advocacy campaigns.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with AI technologies, wearables, VR, programs and campaigns, security, privacy, integrity, and competition policy environments.


• Knowledge of open-source innovation and the surrounding policy landscape.


• Policy stakeholder engagement and coalition-building experience.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.


• Opportunities for growth with global clients.


• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.


• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.