Application Guide
How to Apply for Outreach Director – Western Region
at Center for US Global Leadership
🏢 About Center for US Global Leadership
The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) is unique as a bipartisan network that unites diverse sectors—business, non-profit, national security, and civic leaders—to advocate for diplomacy and international assistance alongside defense. Working here means influencing U.S. foreign policy through strategic, cross-sector collaboration in all 50 states, appealing to those passionate about bipartisan solutions and American global leadership.
About This Role
As Outreach Director – Western Region, you'll develop and execute a multi-faceted educational and outreach strategy across nine western states (TX, NM, CO, OK, UT, AZ, NV, ID, WA), recruiting influential leaders from business, military, academic, and faith-based communities to support USGLC's congressional engagement goals. This role is impactful because it directly mobilizes regional networks to advance bipartisan support for diplomacy and international assistance, shaping policy through grassroots advocacy.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves strategizing outreach plans for states like Arizona or Nevada, coordinating with the Regional Outreach Team via virtual meetings, and engaging with business or civic leaders to schedule events or Advisory Council sessions. You might draft communications for local stakeholders, monitor progress on Impact Educational Activities, and analyze regional political developments to adapt outreach efforts.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Center for US Global Leadership Is Looking For
- Has 5+ years in political campaigns or issue-advocacy, with preference for presidential, senatorial, or congressional campaign experience in western states like Texas or Colorado.
- Demonstrates proven ability to proactively engage high-profile leaders in political, business, or civic sectors, with experience building coalitions across diverse groups.
- Possesses strong management skills, capable of leading a regional team (including an Outreach Director for TX, CO, NM) and indirectly supervising associates.
- Holds a bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, international relations, or a related field, with knowledge of U.S. foreign policy and bipartisan advocacy.
📝 Tips for Applying to Center for US Global Leadership
Highlight specific western state campaign or advocacy experience (e.g., 'managed outreach in Arizona for a senatorial campaign') to align with the regional focus.
Emphasize bipartisan collaboration examples, as USGLC values uniting diverse stakeholders; avoid partisan language in your application.
Detail your experience with event execution and leader recruitment, quantifying results like 'recruited 50+ business leaders for a policy forum in Nevada.'
Showcase management of teams or indirect supervision, as the role involves overseeing a Regional Outreach Team and an associate.
Tailor your resume to include keywords like 'multi-faceted outreach strategy,' 'Advisory Council engagement,' and 'Impact Educational Activities' from the job description.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Explain your passion for bipartisan advocacy and how your experience aligns with USGLC's mission to advance U.S. interests through diplomacy and international assistance.", 'Provide concrete examples of developing and implementing outreach strategies in western states, including event management and leader recruitment.', 'Highlight your ability to engage prominent leaders across sectors (business, military, faith-based) and manage teams effectively.', 'Connect your background to specific states in the Western Region, demonstrating familiarity with their political or civic landscapes.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Study USGLC's recent policy initiatives and bipartisan successes, such as their advocacy for foreign assistance budgets or specific legislative campaigns.
- → Review the organization's network of 500+ businesses and leaders to understand key stakeholders in western states like Texas or Arizona.
- → Explore USGLC's Impact Educational Activities and past events in the Western Region to tailor your application to their methods.
- → Familiarize yourself with current U.S. foreign policy debates related to diplomacy and international assistance, as USGLC engages in these issues.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Focusing solely on partisan campaign experience without highlighting bipartisan or cross-sector collaboration.
- Vague descriptions of outreach or management skills; instead, use specific metrics and examples from western states.
- Neglecting to address the remote nature of the role and how you've succeeded in managing teams or projects virtually.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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