Government Affairs Coordinator - Science

Posted November 07, 2025
Compensation $80,000 - $90,000 annually
LocationWashington D.C.
Job Type Direct Hire
Industry Other

Job Description

The Ford Agency is looking for an organized Coordinator to join a DC consulting firm. This individual will be tasked with monitoring legislation and regulations, drafting policy summaries, and responding to client inquiries. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven. This is a great role for someone with strong writing skills who has prior exposure to a STEM related government affairs, policy, and regulatory environment.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Track and summarize policy updates and regulations related to current projects
  • Maintain detailed meeting minutes and draft various documents for department review and external stakeholder presentation
  • Present projects at relevant meetings, regulatory agencies, and scientific community events
  • Respond to inquiries in a timely and thorough manner
  • Organize content for webinars, conferences, and other educational events
Qualifications Include:
  • Bachelor's Degree in political science, public health, science or public policy
  • 3+ years of government affairs, regulatory, or policy experience with a STEM focus
  • Professional writing and verbal communication skills
  • Project Management experience preferred

Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.

The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.