Job description:

NAIOP Massachusetts, The Commercial Real Estate Development Association, is seeking an energetic and organized Government Affairs Assistant to support the day-to-day work of the organization’s activities with a focus on advocacy.

About the Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP)
NAIOP Massachusetts, The Commercial Real Estate Development Association, represents the interests of companies involved with the development, ownership, management, and financing of commercial properties. NAIOP’s members are involved with office, lab, industrial, mixed use, multifamily, retail, and institutional space. NAIOP provides educational and networking opportunities while advocating for laws, policies and regulations that advance economic development.

Through regulatory, legislative, and judicial advocacy, NAIOP works to advance economic development, strengthen communities, and ensure that issues facing the industry are understood by leading policymakers.

Duties include:
• Attending virtual and in person meetings.
• Note taking and generating meeting summaries.
• Scheduling and calendar management.
• Policy and data research.
• Drafting of organization comment letters, statements and official communications.
• Event support for the organization’s 50+ events as needed.
• Press monitoring and drafting materials for public/media consumption.
• Social media, email, web content and other collateral support for the organization.
• Support the Senior Vice President of Policy and Public Affairs and CEO in advocacy activities and general administrative work.
• Coordinating feedback from stakeholders and members for Senior Vice President and CEO review.
• Building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under deadlines.
• Highly positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to manage work in a small office environment, including ability to adapt quickly and jump in wherever needed.
• Excellent organizational skills, especially in scheduling and document management.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent project management and planning skills.
• Computer literate – familiarity with Zoom, Microsoft Office Suite, Google suite, Constant Contact (or similar email marketing platform). Database management and CANVA proficiency a plus.
• Basic understanding of the Massachusetts Legislature and state government recommended
• Driver’s license and access to a vehicle preferred
• 1-2 years of previous work experience in an office environment. Relevant internship experience accepted.

NAIOP’s offices are located in Needham. The expectation is that employees will be in the office a minimum of three days a week – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – but may need to come into the office or attend meetings in downtown Boston as needed on other weekdays. Work can be done remotely on days not in the office, but the expectation is that employees work regular business hours and are available over Microsoft Teams and in communication during the work period.

Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, and formal writing sample (1-2 pages) to Anastasia Daou (daou@naiopma.org) with the subject line “[LAST NAME] Application for Policy and Public Affairs Assistant”. Applications are due by 5pm ET on Friday, January 30.

NAIOP strongly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. NAIOP is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment based on merit without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Job type: Full Time
Fully remote: No
Salary range: The budgeted salary range for this position is $50,000-$60,000 annually. In addition, NAIOP offers generous benefits, including health and dental, 401k match, and more.

Location: Needham Massachusetts

Apply: daou@naiopma.org