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Founding Staff, DC Office, (Science Communications, Engagement and Policy Research)

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Location
Washington DC
Posted
10 days ago
Department
Governance
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Have previously worked in a science communications heavy role, ideally communicating complex technological topics to a broad range of stakeholders at pace
  • Are a strong and accurate communicator who is skilled at breaking down complex topics into accessible and implementable proposals relevant to your interlocutor
  • Have previously developed policy communications packages and prepared senior colleagues for high stakes environments
  • Are a verifiably trusted and reliable operator with a wide-reaching DC network across AI relevant groups in the U.S. government and across the intelligence community
  • Have previously acquired and managed high stakes relationships and expanded an organisation's contact portfolio while maintaining high integrity
  • Deeply understand political and personal dynamics across relevant stakeholder groups and enjoy navigating and bringing them together around shared topics of interest
What the job really is

Apollo Research is seeking founding staff for its DC office, focusing on science communications, relationship management, and policy/legal research related to AI governance. The roles involve communicating complex AI topics to decision makers, building relationships with policymakers, and engaging with legislative processes. Candidates will contribute to strategic vision and ensure safe AI development and deployment.

Things to weigh
  • The role is primarily aimed at mid-career policy professionals but is open to more junior applicants if they are a good fit.
  • The majority of the work is non-public and involves high-stakes interactions with government decision makers.
  • Candidates should be prepared for a fast-paced environment given the nature of the work and the urgency of AI policy issues.
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