Director of Intergovernmental Affairs

The New York City Mayor’s Office oversees city services across the five boroughs, focusing on affordability, reducing inequality, public safety, efficient service delivery, and a stronger economy. The Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) promotes the economic, civic, and social integration of immigrant New Yorkers, expands access to justice, and advances policies that strengthen immigrant communities city‑wide.

MOIA, established in 1984 and incorporated into the City Charter in 2001, acts as a bridge between city government and immigrant communities. It advises on and supports the development and implementation of policies and programs that improve access to services, partners with city agencies and community organizations to strengthen language access, and advances initiatives that support immigrant communities.

About the role

The Director of Intergovernmental Affairs plays a central role in advancing MOIA’s partnerships across city and state government and with external stakeholders. The Director serves as a key liaison, monitors emerging programs and policy developments, keeps MOIA staff informed about available services, and supports teams in resolving constituent issues that require coordination with government partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with City and State agencies, elected officials, and key external partners.
• Monitor and track emerging programs, policy developments, and initiatives that affect immigrant New Yorkers.
• Ensure MOIA staff remain informed about available services and programs across City and State agencies.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen partnerships and collaboration across government and community stakeholders.
• Support MOIA teams in resolving constituent issues that require coordination with government partners.
• Represent MOIA in meetings with government partners and intergovernmental affairs staff across City Hall.
• Represent the Agency and Commissioner at internal and external meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Five (5) or more years of experience working in government, public policy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience building partnerships across government agencies and working effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and sound judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑intensity environment.
• Knowledge of City government is preferred.
• New York City residency generally required within 90 days of appointment (with limited exceptions for long‑term City employees).

Preferred Skills

• Strong relationship‑building and stakeholder‑engagement abilities.
• Experience working with government agencies or elected officials.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments in a high‑intensity environment.
• Ability to track policy developments and emerging programs.
• Strong organizational and project‑management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong judgment and collaborative work style across teams.
• Capacity to work independently and exercise a high degree of initiative.

Benefits

• Eligibility for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness and state repayment assistance programs (see U.S. Department of Education for details).
• Residency requirement flexibility for City employees with two continuous years of service, allowing residence in select neighboring counties.

Pay

$100,000 – $125,000