Director, Federal Government Affairs

Job Details

Job Location: Washington, DC - Washington, DC

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Required

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: Up to 10%, Domestic

Job Category: Government Affairs

Description

Director, Federal Government Affairs

Department / Supervisor

Government Affairs (02) / Senior Vice President, Head of Federal Government Affairs

FLSA Status

Exempt

Purpose of Position

The Director, Federal Government Affairs manages all aspects of the federal lobbying and advocacy efforts, developing forward thinking strategies to support policy objectives; crafting federal policy proposals to advance AdvaMed advocacy/legislative/regulatory goals; and generating support for positions among wide spectrum of healthcare policy participants. The Director collaborates with members and health care providers to promote all sectors under the AdvaMed banner and communicate the organization's messaging. The primary purpose (85%) of the position is federal advocacy, with added duties (15%) relating to supporting health policy activities such as internal coordination of members, external communication of advocacy positions to Federal Affairs core constituents (e.g., heads of office, Washington representatives)

• Plans, organizes, and directs overall government affairs and related public affairs strategies
• Assists with planning, development, and execution of delegated advocacy efforts
• Represents the organization at internal/external meetings and events
• Manages the contracting process of any outside political consultants and ensures effective outcomes-based work

• Serves as federal government lobbyist on AdvaMed objectives before Congress and Administration
• Communicates regulatory positions to regulatory agencies, relevant Administration officials, and Congress
• Develops and implements strategies and communication plans to achieve AdvaMed legislative objectives
• Leads public affairs and advertising efforts related to government affairs
• Supports development and maintenance of strategic advocacy partnerships

• Communicates political and policy developments to AdvaMed Member executives and staff
• Leads and develops agendas for regular meetings among Member company government affairs staff and periodic meetings of other groups as assigned
• Presents on progress and status of Government Affairs initiatives to various AdvaMed committees and work groups

• Strong task management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously
• Initiative-taker with ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Excellent written/spoken communication skills
• Able to convey information in a compelling manner in small- and large-scale settings, showing executive presence throughout
• Ability to diplomatically manage competing views and form consensus-based decisions
• Motivated to seek additional personal growth and driven to seek creative methods to achieve organizational improvement
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

• Minimum Education Required: Bachelor's degree required; Advanced degree preferred
• Minimum Experience Required: 6+ years relevant experience in a position that requires progressively independent judgment and initiative; previous experience on Capitol Hill a strong plus
• Travel Required: Up to 10%, domestic
• Hybrid Work Policy: Teleworker: Minimum 1 day onsite per week
• Starting Range: $156,850-177,300