Vice President, Public Affairs
OptimalWashington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted February 24, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Optimal is a performance marketing agency on a mission to bring together the best data, technology, and people to achieve our clients' marketing goals.
Job Description
Optimal is hiring a Vice President, Public Affairs to grow our presence in the market and lead strategic growth within the public affairs, nonprofit, and advocacy sectors. The role involves shaping agency visibility, cultivating client relationships, and managing a team to expand mission-aligned business.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in public affairs, campaign strategy, or mission-driven business development
- Proven experience managing sales pipelines, securing high-value contracts, and scaling strategic client work
- Deep understanding of political, nonprofit, or foundation funding ecosystems
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and represent complex offerings externally
- Strong writing, presentation, and relationship-building skills
- Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM tools
Benefits
- Base salary that commensurates with experience with an opportunity for limitless earning potential via commissions
- Open leave (paid time off)
- Paid leave for new parents
- Medical, Dental, and Vision with Nationwide Coverage
- Flex Spending Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K with company matching
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Mobile phone & home internet reimbursement and much more!
