SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Coordinator, Advocacy supports major portions of ASTA’s work to advocate for the travel agency community at all levels of government, within the travel industry, and before the traveling public. This position entails both administrative and substantive work in support of ASTA’s Advocacy Department.

Within the Advocacy Department, the Coordinator will work closely with departmental staff to support ASTA initiatives to advance the legislative, regulatory, grassroots, and political agenda of the travel agency industry. This includes day-to-day oversight of fundraising, disbursements, and compliance related to the Society’s political action committee (ASTAPAC), development and execution of ASTA’s federal and state lobbying campaigns, and annual Legislative Day fly-in.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generally supports the Advocacy Department in all matters related to ASTA’s federal and state advocacy agenda
• Assists in the drafting of member communications on legislative and regulatory issues
• Day-to-day management of federal and state grassroots advocacy campaigns
• Assists in planning for and execution of ASTA’s annual Legislative Day
• Maintains up-to-date records of ASTAPAC’s fundraising and disbursements
• Acts as a liaison to the Accounting Department to ensure that ASTAPAC maintains complete and accurate records and that disbursements are processed in a timely manner
• Assists in the drafting and disseminating of ASTAPAC member solicitations
• Prepares federal disclosure filings relating to lobbying activities and political fundraising
• Assists the department in the organization and preparation for periodic meetings with the department’s member oversight committee, the Government & Political Affairs Committee

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field. Key qualifications include:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, professional work
• Ability to meet deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Experience in political campaigns, grassroots advocacy, the travel industry, or nonprofit associations is highly desirable.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $50,000 to $55,000, based on experience and qualifications. ASTA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Location: Alexandria, VA (hybrid work schedule)
• Company-subsidized medical, dental, vision, life, and both short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, personal, sick leave, and holidays)
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• On-site fitness room
• Commuter benefits
• Free parking

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to [email protected] with "Coordinator, Advocacy" in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, so early submission is encouraged.

Note to Recruiters: Please do not call or email regarding this position. Unsolicited outreach from recruiting agencies will not be considered.

About American Society of Travel Advisors

The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) is the leading global advocate for travel advisors, the travel industry and the traveling public. Its members represent 80 percent of all travel sold in the United States through the travel agency distribution channel. Together with hundreds of internationally based members, ASTA’s history of industry advocacy traces back to its founding in 1931 when it launched with the mission to facilitate the business of selling travel through effective representation, shared knowledge and the enhancement of professionalism.

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