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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a seasoned Government Affairs Director to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of our organization's interaction with the government, including lobbying, policy development, and communication strategies. They will also be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to promote the organization's interests with respect to legislative and regulatory issues. The Government Affairs Director will work closely with senior management to develop positions on government matters and will represent the organization in meetings with government officials, trade associations, and other external organizations. They will also monitor and analyze proposed legislation and regulatory developments and coordinate the organization's response. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of the legislative process and a proven track record of influencing public policy.
Responsibilities
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- Monitor and analyze proposed legislation and regulatory developments.
- Represent the organization in meetings with government officials.
- Coordinate the organization's response to proposed legislation and regulations.
- Work closely with senior management to develop positions on government matters.
- Lobby on behalf of the organization.
- Communicate the organization's positions to government officials and the public.
- Develop relationships with government officials and other external organizations.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure alignment of government relations strategies and business objectives.
- Prepare reports on government relations activities for senior management.
Requirements
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- Minimum of 10 years of experience in government relations or a related field.
- Deep understanding of the legislative process.
- Proven track record of influencing public policy.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Ability to work effectively with senior management.
- Ability to represent the organization effectively in a variety of settings.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with the legislative process?
- How have you influenced public policy in the past?
- Can you give an example of a government relations strategy you have developed and implemented?
- How do you build relationships with government officials?
- Can you describe a time when you successfully represented an organization in a meeting with government officials?