Head of Government Affairs

Job overview

The Head of Government Affairs role is onsite in Washington, DC, with a compensation range of $220,000–$300,000 per year. Fuse’s mission is to accelerate the transition to fusion energy while safeguarding humankind. The role leads government affairs strategy, advances policy and funding priorities, and builds relationships with Congress and government agencies. It connects Washington policy signals and opportunities with company leadership and supports the company’s growth in fusion energy.

What you'll do

• Design and execute government affairs strategy
• lead campaigns related to defense and energy and water authorizations and appropriations
• represent Fuse before Congress and executive branch officials
• build agency relationships
• direct lobbyists and consultants
• advise company leadership
• anticipate policy debates
• build and lead the government affairs team.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

government affairs

public policy

federal appropriations

congressional relations

fusion energy

defense policy

energy policy

washington dc

fuse

onsite

$220k–$300k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• relocation assistance for roles that require it
• flexible time off
• year-end paid time off
• supportive leave policies
• and paid leave for new parents.

Why this role

The role is not remote and requires relocation if the candidate is not local to Washington, DC; U.S. Person status and eligibility for a U.S. security clearance are required.

About the employer

Fuse is hiring for this role. Industry: Other General Government Support. Sector: 92.