Government Relations

Extra Hands VA’s has a distinct roster of talent with experience in government relations, political campaigns, lobbying and legislative support roles. Fulfilling these duties and responsibilities for the public sector requires familiarity with standard office software, knowledge of your company’s corporate structure, familiarity with the political process, experience with rfp management and proposal writing, outstanding communication skills and persuasive abilities.

Our Service Levels Include:

Legislative Receptionist

Entry Level Administrative Support

• Receive, screen, and route correspondence and telephone calls
• Communicate with the clients’ office personnel and other assigned staff
• Take complete messages and ensure messages are directed to the appropriate party
• Professionally interact with constituents and clients
• Copy and email documents
• Discreetly handle confidential information
• Provide additional administrative support as needed

Legislative Manager

Monitor legislation and conduct legislative research

• Develops communications and proposals that will be steered through the legislative process
• Support all communications activities such as mailings, newsletters and social media
• Provides outstanding customer service to all partners and contacts
• Maintain database of legislators, donors and political journalists
• Update and maintain the website
• Assist in preparation for committee hearings or floor sessions
• Provide clerical and office management support
• Assist in training and supervising office interns

Legislative Lead Liaison

Oversight of Legislative support team

• RFP Management
• Research and development of legislative briefs
• Social Channel Comms Strategy
• Email Marketing
• Manage Private Dinners and Events
• Operational oversight and Bookkeeping