Date Posted:
June 9, 2026
Position Title:
Vice President/Senior Director, Government Affairs – Tax Policy
Office/Company:
National Venture Capital Association (NVCA)
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-08068
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$160,000 – $240,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
NVCA is seeking a highly strategic and politically savvy Vice President/Senior Director, Government Affairs to lead the organization’s federal advocacy efforts on tax issues impacting venture capital, entrepreneurs, and innovation.Leading NVCA’s advocacy strategy on federal tax policy and related economic issues.5–15+ years of professional experience working on Capitol Hill, at Treasury, in lobbying, government affairs, tax policy, or related policy‑focused roles.
Responsibilities:
• Leading NVCA’s advocacy strategy on federal tax policy and related economic issues.
• Building and maintaining strong bipartisan relationships across key congressional committees and with coalition partners and trade associations.
• Analyzing legislative and regulatory developments and briefing NVCA leadership and members on policy implications.
• Guiding membership committees such as the Tax Advisory Committee and advising membership peer groups such as the CFO Task Force.
• Drafting comment letters, policy memos, talking points, testimony, advocacy materials, and member communications.
• Representing NVCA in meetings, conferences, media engagements, and coalition activities.
Qualifications:
• 5–15+ years of professional experience working on Capitol Hill, at Treasury, in lobbying, government affairs, tax policy, or related policy‑focused roles.
• Deep expertise in federal tax policy and the legislative process.
• Strong existing relationships on Capitol Hill, particularly with tax‑writing committees and key economic policymakers.
• Demonstrated success influencing legislation, regulations, or public policy outcomes.
• Excellent written, verbal, and strategic communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex tax concepts into clear and compelling policy positions.
Instructions:
Email [email protected]
Other:
Equal opportunity employer. and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.
