Strategic Partnerships Director – Political & Advocacy
Posted May 15, 2026
**This role is in-person in Washington, DC
About Us:
Swayable is a fast-growing AI and automated data science platform that measures public opinion and the impact of messages and advertising content on it. We are a 40-person team backed by top technology and social impact investors, including Y Combinator. Founded in 2018 by physics PhDs, it is led by the former Executive Director for Digital Strategy at the New York Times. Clients include major consumer-facing brands (American Express, Airbnb, Paramount Pictures), technology companies (Anthropic, Meta, Amazon), academic researchers (MIT, Yale, Stanford) and mission-aligned civic advocacy campaigns (e.g. on climate, human rights and elections). Joining Swayable means being on a team whose work changes the course of history. The technology we develop is at the leading edge of transforming some of the world’s most important campaign organizations and enterprises: combatting disinformation, protecting democracy, and supporting the sustainable growth of consumer-facing brands. Check our our values & culture deck to learn more: https://tinyurl.com/4zjchwzs
Swayable made its mark by transforming the way major progressive campaigns measure the impact of their messages. We are looking for the right Partnerships Manager to represent the platform in the DC/politics/advocacy world so we can continue to accelerate our impact and growth. Role Overview:
We’re seeking a connected, consultative, and strategic professional who can serve as the bridge between influential political and advocacy circles and our platform's potential. This person will lead our go-to-market strategy in this ecosystem, and will provide feedback to the executive team. If you thrive on relationship-driven impact, enjoy shaping marketing and messaging strategy, and excel at “opening doors,” this role is crafted for you.