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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Government Relations Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will act as the primary liaison between our organization and government entities, ensuring that our organization complies with all relevant legislation and regulations. They will also be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to influence government policy, legislation and regulations in a way that benefits our organization. The Government Relations Officer will also monitor legislative and regulatory activities, provide accurate and timely reports to senior management, and coordinate the organization's response to proposed legislation. This role requires excellent communication, negotiation and analytical skills, as well as a deep understanding of the political landscape and the ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Act as the primary liaison between the organization and government entities.
- Develop and implement strategies to influence government policy, legislation and regulations.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory activities.
- Provide accurate and timely reports to senior management.
- Coordinate the organization's response to proposed legislation.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Ensure the organization complies with all relevant legislation and regulations.
- Represent the organization at meetings, conferences and other events.
- Conduct research and analysis on government policies and legislation.
- Advise senior management on potential impacts of proposed legislation.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration or a related field.
- Proven experience in government relations or a similar role.
- Strong understanding of the political landscape.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and analytical skills.
- Ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with government relations?
- How do you handle pressure and tight deadlines?
- Can you give an example of a time when you influenced government policy or legislation?
- How do you build relationships with key stakeholders?
- Can you describe a time when you had to analyze complex legislation or regulations?