Elizabeth van Zyl
Director of External Affairs @Arnold Ventures
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WORK HISTORY
Director of External Affairs @Arnold Ventures
Washington, DC, US
Lead high-level relationship building and engagement with bipartisan members of Congress, federal agencies, and national coalitions to advance philanthropy’s evidence-based U.S. finance, affordable housing, workforce readiness, higher education, and criminal justice policy priorities. Develop and execute political strategies aligned with organizational goals, including building a new portfolio of bipartisan relationships with key committee members to build long-term trust and influence. Prepare strategic briefings, talking points, and policy memos for Board of Directors and executive leadership to guide federal advocacy. Represent philanthropy at political and policy events, briefings, and conferences to elevate visibility and credibility with decision-makers. Collaborate cross-functionally with communications, advocacy, and programmatic teams to align messaging and outreach.
EDUCATION
Gonzaga University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), cum laude, Political Science
Santa Clara University School of Law
Credits completed for JD, International Human Rights Law Clinic
San Diego State University
Master of Arts (M.A.) Candidate, Political Science and International Relations
Golden Gate University, School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence, with distinction, International Law
SKILLS
ABOUT ELIZABETH VAN ZYL
Strategic policy, advocacy, communications, and external affairs leader with more than a…
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