
The Head of Public Policy leads the External Affairs team at Braven, a national nonprofit dedicated to rebuilding the middle class through career acceleration for college students. This role designs and executes federal, state, and local policy strategies to shape the college-to-career field while managing key relationships with government agencies, legislators, and advocacy coalitions. Key responsibilities include developing legislative agendas, drafting policy memoranda, overseeing lobbying contracts, and mentoring a policy associate director. The position offers the appeal of driving significant social impact within a collaborative culture that values equity and professional growth. The role is based in-person at Braven hubs in Washington DC, Chicago, Atlanta, New York, or Newark, requiring hybrid work with three days in the office and occasional travel for legislative seasons.














