Overview Now is the time to join us and make a difference. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Here at the American Heart Association, you matter and so does your career. We are currently hiring for a   State Government Relations Director in Durham, NC. The State Government Relations Director is responsible for serving as the primary representative of the Association to the assigned state legislature and relevant state agencies to generate awareness and support for the Association’s public policy agenda. They strategically coordinate and supervise efforts to foster the state public policy priorities of the Association. Responsible for working with Association staff, volunteers, coalitions and partner organizations to build support for Association policy issues and to integrate advocacy messaging into relevant Association programs and events. They are responsible for developing and advancing a local policy agenda in Durham, NC and other communities. The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally. #TheAHALife is our company culture, our way of life, reflecting our diversity, equity & inclusion, our focus on work-life harmonization and our Guiding Values. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued™ at the American Heart Association by following us on   LinkedIn   ,   Instagram   ,   Facebook   ,   X (formerly Twitter)   , and at heart.org. Responsibilities Meets one on one with members of the state legislature, their staff, and other state government officials to gain support for the American Heart Association’s advocacy issues. Monitors and engages on state-level legislative and regulatory issues of concern to the Association and apprises appropriate Association volunteers and staff of emerging advocacy issues and local ordinances. Provides policy research, development of support materials, recruitment of spokespersons, preparation of testimony, and other activities as needed to advance the Association’s legislative agenda. Participates in coalition building efforts and collaborative partnerships to leverage opportunities that advance the Association’s advocacy issues. Recruits membership for and provides staff support to volunteer state advocacy committee(s). Collaborates with the committee to develop an annual state legislative agenda. Provides strategic direction on statewide grassroots and key contact, recruitment, retention and mobilization efforts. Provides strategic direction and support materials for state lobby days and/or local in-district meetings. Collaborates with communications staff partners on development and timing of media advocacy efforts. Prepares required reporting information including local, state and/or federal lobbying reports and other reporting as vital. Provides advocacy presentations and training opportunities to volunteers and staff as needed. Attends and participates in relevant Association meetings throughout the year, including national and affiliate staff training, affiliate and state-level meetings with staff partners, and metro board meetings. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, related field or equivalent work experience Three (3) years of experience and success in legislative and regulatory lobbying Three (3) years of proven experience building and managing issue advocacy coalition(s) Three (3) years of experience developing and implementing grassroots and media advocacy tactics Outstanding oral and written communications skills Policy analysis and technical (legislative and regulatory) writing skills Ability to simultaneously manage multiple, sophisticated projects in varying stages of development under time constraints Knowledge of the principles and practices of strategic planning, budgeting, and managing work Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of voluntary health organizations or nonprofit organizations Experience working in health care policy Experience in volunteer management Understanding and appreciation for the use of technology and information systems Compensation & Benefits The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit   Rewards & Benefits   to see more details. Compensation   – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed. Performance and Recognition   – You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs, based on the type of position. Benefits   – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation. Professional Development –   You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule. Work-Life Harmonization –   The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year. Tuition Assistance   - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization. The American Heart Association’s 2024 Goal: Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality. At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities. We're committed to ensuring our workforce, workplace culture and mission have a shared impact across a diverse set of backgrounds. EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities #LI-Remote Please mention that you saw this position posted on LobbyingJobs.com

At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference.  If this is your profile, we want to hear from you. The Director, Government Affairs guides and represents the company on legislative issues with elected officials and their staff.  This includes monitoring progress of legislative initiatives of interest to the company and providing analysis to company officials.  The Director, Government Affairs develops strategy for and visits elected government officials and their staff to advise them of company issues. The incumbent will direct and work with the internal team to best represent Eisai with designated trade and business associations, advocacy groups on political and legislative issues of importance to the company.  This position will also design and implement lobbying strategies with external consultants, as well as staff key workgroups at trade associations.  Finally, this position will assist with the management of the Eisai Political Action Committee (PAC). Essential Functions Develop and implement government affairs strategy to address short- and long-term corporate, disease, and brand objectives. Represent Eisai’s patient-focused legislative positions with key external decision makers (policymakers, patient and professional advocacy groups, trade organizations, etc.). Work with BIO, PhRMA and GBA Federal Committees to identify, address and drive issues. Provide background and staff support to Eisai leadership at trade organizations. In coordination with federal lobbying firms, develop a lobbying strategy relative to key national level policies. Identify, analyze and report on legislative initiatives as well as emerging issues that could have a significant impact on Eisai and the biopharmaceutical industry. Work with Eisai business groups to integrate government affairs strategies into the Eisai disease, pipeline, and product portfolio. Develop patient-focused strategies and operate with a strong sense of purpose and alignment with our hhc mission. At Eisai, everything we do is guided by a simple principle: patients and their families come first and we have a responsibility to listen to and learn from them. We call this human health care or hhc. Requirements 4-year college degree, with a minimum of 10 years of government affairs/Capitol Hill experience, preferably in biopharmaceuticals (e.g., public policy affecting pharmaceuticals), or other related management positions. Advanced degree preferred. Strong knowledge and experience with legislative process. Exceptional ability to develop networks with individuals and associations who influence public policy and participate in industry coalitions. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues affecting the biopharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, and general health care policy. Demonstrated ability to work both independently as a self-motivator across a matrix organization. Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and networking skills. Amenable to travel requirements, including off hour and weekend responsibilities. Experience running a Corporate PAC. Approximately 25% travel to Corporate and PAC events. #IND123 #LI-CC #LI-Hybrid Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.  Similarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans. Eisai Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of all new hires in the United States. Please click on the following link for more information: Please mention that you saw this position posted on LobbyingJobs.com

Greater New York Hospital Association (GNYHA) is a trade association representing not-for-profit and public hospitals, health systems, and nursing homes in New York State, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Reporting to the Vice President, Government Affairs, the Government Affairs Assistant will be responsible for supporting the GNYHA government affairs team. Primary areas will be New York State (Assembly and Senate) and New York City (City Council). Responsibilities: Provide support during the New York State legislative session: tracking and analyzing legislation, communicating with GNYHA experts on legislation to determine positions, writing various publications (newsletter, position memos, slides, etc.), research policy issues affecting GNYHA members Monitor legislative hearings, press conferences, and social media; report on any issues affecting GNYHA members (oral and/or written) Plan monthly in-person meeting of hospital government affairs representatives Attend virtual meetings with elected officials, health system representatives, and other stakeholders Occasionally accompany staff at in-person meetings in New York City (e.g., City Council) and Albany (e.g., State Assembly and Senate). Travel optional but encouraged. Assist in lobbying disclosure reporting process Skills and Experience: Bachelor’s degree required (including but not limited to politics, public health, communications, the sciences, law) 0-2 years’ experience working in healthcare policy, government, public health, and/or a strong desire to work in these sectors Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills; ability to confidently articulate ideas publicly Ability to work independently; highly organized and strong attention to detail Salary Range:   $52,500 - $60,000   *Please submit a cover letter with your application.*   Work Schedule:   A hybrid model with the expectation to work physically in our office Tuesdays and Wednesdays as mandatory in-office days with a third in-office day at your discretion, in conjunction with your supervisor and the business needs of your department. This schedule may be subject to change in GNYHA’s sole discretion.   Company Policy Regarding COVID-19 Vaccinations:   GNYHA employees must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment or be approved for a reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law. If hired, a copy of a COVID-19 vaccination card or an accommodation request must be provided to Human Resources. Equal Opportunity Employer – Race, Sex, Veteran or Disability status, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation If you need an accommodation to complete the electronic employment application, please email us at application.assist@gnyha.org or call  (212) 246-7100.  If calling, please ask to be transferred to our Recruiting Department.  If no one is available, please leave a message and a member of our Recruiting team will return your call within two business days.  Please note this line is only for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job.  Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Please mention that you saw this position posted on LobbyingJobs.com

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION America's Essential Hospitals (AEH) is the leading association and champion for hospitals dedicated to equitable, high-quality care for all, including those who face social and financial barriers to care. Since 1981, America's Essential Hospitals has advanced policies and programs that promote health, health care access, and equity. We support our more than 300 members with advocacy, policy development, research, education, and leadership development.   DESCRIPTION Reports to:   Vice President for Legislative Affairs Position Summary: The Lobbyists directly supports AEH’s advocacy efforts by establishing and maintaining relationships with key congressional staff on committees of jurisdiction. The Lobbyist develops legislative materials, supports grassroots and stakeholder initiatives, and engages member hospitals in federal advocacy efforts. Benefits of Working at America's Essential Hospitals: The Lobbyist enjoys a 4-day per week remote schedule, coming to the office on Tuesdays and as needed for internal and external meetings, events, or projects. America’s Essential Hospitals offers an inclusive, team-oriented work environment with flexible work schedules, competitive pay, annual bonus plans, generous benefit package, and most importantly - an opportunity to make an impact. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced government affairs professional who is passionate about driving healthcare access and equity. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE AEH LOBBYIST: *Below is a summary, not an inclusive list of all responsibilities Lead development for AEH’s legislative materials Conduct legislative outreach and communicating AEH’s advocacy messages and policy positions with members of Congress and legislative staff Assume a leading role in AEH work with member hospitals, consultants, and other stakeholders Assist in planning and executing legislative events and Hill briefings for congressional staff, including materials preparation Develop advocacy materials such as message cards, talking points and briefing packets for AEH staff and members Educate association members on legislative and policy issues and effective advocacy efforts through teleconferences, webinars and in-person meetings Represent association Political Action Committee at political events for members of Congress Create grassroots advocacy engagement opportunities Represent AEH at coalition meetings with other national associations and attending hearings and other meetings as necessary Work with other AEH departments to coordinate advocacy activities, including education and conference planning, membership, and research  POSITION REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE FOR THE AEH LOBBYIST Bachelor’s degree in government relations, healthcare, or related field A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in government relations, political/ grassroots campaigns, or policy development Capitol Hill staff or healthcare lobbying or policy experience strongly preferred ESSENTIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE AEH LOBBYIST: Possesses a good understanding of federal lobbying and the ability to form bipartisan relationships with legislative staff Strong analytical writing and verbal communications skills Highly organized and skilled in synthesizing complex materials Strong organizational and time management skills, with demonstrated ability to coordinate complex projects, prioritize assignments, meet tight deadlines, and regularly report on status. Good judgment and accountability Respectful, service-oriented attitude toward coworkers and customers Ability to think strategically and creatively Ability to commute to the Washington, DC office Ability to provide proof of vaccination (Required for AEH employees*). * Reasonable Accommodations will be made for individuals with a sincerely held religious belief or disability LOCATION Washington, DC   EOE STATEMENT America's Essential Hospitals is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by law.   Please mention that you saw this position posted on LobyingJobs.com

About the National Service Office The National Service Office is the central operational engine for two evidence-based programs: Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First. In 2020, what was formerly the National Service Office solely for Nurse-Family Partnership united with Child First, a merger empowering two proven models to share complementary expertise, infrastructure and integrated services. The resulting unified entity works to ensure that healthcare, early childhood development, and the mental wellness of the entire family are served in proven ways to achieve long-term positive outcomes.   Our Commitment to You We recognize that inequity stems from policies and practices that cause and justify inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across underserved communities, including various racial, ethnic, gender, religious, and sexual orientation groups.  The NSO is committed to addressing its principles and practices that cause inequality and is committed to promoting anti-racism, anti-oppression, diversity, equity, and inclusion in our research, education, and operations. We respect and honor differences in race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and veteran status and have an ongoing commitment to identify and address issues that affect our staff and the communities we serve.   Position Description The primary purpose of this position is to pursue state legislative, regulatory, and grassroots advocacy strategies that support growth, sustainability and impact of public funding and policies for the Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First programs. This role will cultivate and manage key relationships with policymakers at the state and local level, as well as district staff members of Congress, stakeholders and other funders, etc. to build support for the Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First programs for a group of regionally assigned states.  This position is based remotely and requires working across the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. In addition to travel within region, this position will occasionally require travel to other regions in the country, including travel to Washington D.C. and Denver, Colorado. The position will be based in one of the assigned states. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop and successfully execute annual planning and resulting strategies and tactics to achieve national and state advocacy goals and state-level policy, funding and private-public partnership goals. Sustain and grow existing public funding for the Nurse-Family Partnership and/or Child First programs across assigned states.  Implement strategies that contribute to the goals of the national public policy priorities, including the alignment of federal priorities to state-level efforts which reinforce key maternal, infant, nurse workforce and mental health policy issues, expand funding availability and seek regulatory changes to improve both models’ efficiencies and effectiveness. Cultivate strong, bipartisan relationships with key stakeholders including elected officials and staff, executive branch and state agency officials, district-level congressional staff, political influencers, community leaders, coalitions and other stakeholder groups.  Identify and analyze key public policy and funding trends impacting states and network partners across assigned portfolio, and provide comprehensive, data-specific reporting and presentations upon request. Oversee management and accountability of state lobbying contracts for a subset of states and throughout the assigned portfolio. Develop and leverage grassroots advocates, political influencers and strong stakeholder partnerships to achieve state advocacy cultivation and outreach goals, including hosted events, forums and media. Ensure timely and accurate submissions of progress in Salesforce, Fiscal Note, Voter Voice and other reporting requests deemed essential to productivity tracking Provide support as requested in the attendance, planning and execution of PGA-related advocacy events, meetings and retreats.  Work collaboratively with a cross-functional team across multiple departments to support local implementing agency partners on implementation, blended/braided funding strategies and meeting regulatory or administrative requirements.   Flexibility and adaptability; demonstrated ability to adjust to changing priorities and political/fiscal climates.   Knowledge, Skills & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Administration, Public Health, or related field required Minimum 5 years’ experience in lobbying and/or advocacy; legislative and regulatory processes, budget cycles, working with elected officials, federal/state/local government agencies, and coalitions. Minimum 5 years’ experience developing and executing strategic and tactical plans at the state level. Minimum 5 years’ experience in people/program management. Minimum 2 years’ experience managing contract lobbyists and knowledge of lobbying strategies, compliance, etc. Minimum 2 years’ experience working with coalitions and managing partnerships. Excellent organizational, negotiating, verbal, and written communication skills. Familiarity with public funding, policies, programs that support Maternal and Child health and/or child welfare initiatives, including Title V, TANF and MIECHV preferred. Knowledge of Medicaid, health care systems and/or managed care is preferred Ability to travel 30% of the time (dependent upon current public health orders and business need)   Supervisory Responsibilities This position reports to Senior Manager, Government Affairs and has no direct reports.   Salary Salary is determined based on experience and skill set. Geographical adjustments will be considered. Range: $67,750 - $90,105/year   Benefits The National Service Office offers the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Group Term Life Insurance, Short-term and long-term disability, vacation time, personal time, sick time and 14 paid holidays.    Core Organizational Values Be tenacious caregivers by bringing passion and excellence to our clinical practice and professional services Actively listen to and persistently serve our families and our implementation network  Provide leadership in the field of evidence-based and home visitation programs Seek and find solutions Innovate and stay relevant Translate and enhance the science of pregnancy, brain, and early childhood development to serve vulnerable babies and families Promote health equity and eliminate disparities to improve outcomes for the moms and babies we serve now and beyond. Respect and honor differences in race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran status Be respectful, collaborative and tenacious in all our interactions with each other and on behalf of our families and implementation network   To learn more about the programs and the national service office, please visit  www.nursefamilypartnership.org   and  www.childfirst.org .   Please mention that you saw this position posted on LobbyingJobs.com

SAP’s U.S. Government Affairs division carries out the advocacy and lobbying efforts in markets where it does business. Government Affairs is part of the SAP Global Government Affairs Department which positions SAP and our leaders before influential government audiences on select, highly relevant topics in support of SAP´s business objectives. Our core priorities include public policy; business support and thought leadership.  The Senior Manager of U.S. State Government Affairs, West Region, will join a growing, dynamic team and be able to immediately and directly enhance SAP’s advocacy at the U.S. state level by supporting our Public Sector business.  This position, reporting directly to the Vice President and Head of U.S. Government Affairs, will play a critical role for our team by working with U.S. state and local government leaders to develop and achieve the company’s policy, political, business and relationship goals in a way that reflects the values of SAP.   BASIC RESPONSIBILITY: The Senior Manager of U.S. State Government Affairs, West Region will be responsible for state and local legislative and executive branch lobbying and will also work directly with our U.S. Public Sector sales organization in its efforts to sell SAP’s products, services and solutions to government, education, and health customers.  In sum, the role’s basic responsibilities include: Create and execute U.S. state and local government affairs objectives in assigned states and local municipalities located in the U.S. West region. Provide advice for U.S. State Government Affairs, including Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs. Lead strategic oversight to support business objectives. Identify and manage risks to the business and serve as trusted advisor and business partner to the Executive team by providing strategic political advice and managing external consultants. Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory issues at the state and local government level that may impact business operations. Assist in developing and executing strategic plans to advocate for our legislative and regulatory priorities with state government agencies, commissions, and legislatures. Represent the company in meetings with local and state elected and appointed officials, trade associations, advocacy groups and other relevant individuals and organizations to advocate for our business priorities.   SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: The Senior Manager of U.S. State Government Affairs will be the principal face of SAP among state and local government officials in the assigned Western States. The specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Support both the VP, Head of U.S. Government Affairs and the VP, Head of U.S. State Government Affairs in the direction and organization of all efforts within the West region in the U.S. Government Affairs department. Identify and influence government action that may impact SAP’s business. Work closely with the public sector sales teams at the local and state level to drive adoption and usage of SAP technology solutions. Develop and maintain external relationships with elected officials in your region including state governors and legislators, mayors and regulators.  Promote SAP as a local and global leader in providing software, services and solutions to help improve people’s lives and organizations run better. Develop a working knowledge of states’ technology legislation, regulations, and practices; advocate for public policy positions including, but not limited to issues of digital government, technology, privacy, cybersecurity, sustainability, cloud, IoT, tax, procurement, supply chain and market access. Monitor state legislation in assigned region and react; accordingly, testify, educate, and work to advance pro-innovation legislation benefitting SAP. Manage government affairs consultants/lobbyists in select geographies. Drive and host audience visits to SAP facilities in the U.S. Western region. Prepare materials for senior executive team including position papers, policy briefings, presentations, and other materials related to government actions. Participate in political events as a representative of SAP America PAC. Represent SAP before our business and trade organizations. Represent SAP at external events, meetings and conferences as needed. Collect and share policy and intelligence on government activities, recommend and drive advocacy strategies and tactics which will drive value. Ensure compliance of lobbying and political activities with state and local laws/regulations and SAP’s Code of Business Conduct.   QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: Bachelor's degree required; Prior state government experience, public policy and/or lobbying and advocacy background required. The ideal candidate will preferably live in Sacramento, CA or the broader San Francisco Bay Area.   WORK EXPERIENCE: 7-10 years related work experience in State government and/or state government affairs, lobbying and advocacy, or corporate external relations. B.A. degree in political science, public policy, or related field. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Credibility/ability and experience in influence policy debates. Ability to listen and discern what is being said verbally and through other communication which conveys deeper messages or issues. High level of self-motivation and customer focus with an acute understanding of business drivers and principles. Ability to effectively explain complex business models and influence policy decisions at all levels of government on behalf of SAP’s businesses. Experience in public policy decision-making and relationship building. Maintain a strong, extensive professional network among state and local government officials and advocacy organizations across multiple states. This is a dynamic team, and the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to all activities on the team as needed. A strict adherence and appreciation of ethics and compliance laws, regulations, and internal requirements. Any state or local bans on lobbying due to current or former government work experience need to be fully disclosed.   PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: The successful candidate will have: Excellent communications skills (written and oral). Proven creative problem-solving history, ability to work well collaboratively and under pressure. Outstanding leadership and professional presence. Highly motivated self-starter capabilities be results orientated and must enjoy a fast-paced environment. A team player approach, and willingness to pitch in when necessary. Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills. A strong record of reliability and the ability to develop new and creative ideas. An exemplary performance record and a clear reputation for ethical conduct. Outstanding people skills and a strong substantive ability to converse on complex public policy. A keen sense of protocol and the ability to work comfortably and effectively with top level government officials and with the senior leadership of SAP. The ability to be a quick study -- someone who can quickly learn the company’s issues and the business community’s perspective on them.     We are SAP SAP innovations help more than 400,000 customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with 200 million users and more than 100,000 employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, we build breakthroughs, together.   Our inclusion promise SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.   SAP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Americas:  Careers.NorthAmerica@sap.com  or  Careers.LatinAmerica@sap.com , APJ:  Careers.APJ@sap.com , EMEA:  Careers@sap.com .   EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.   Requisition ID:327558 | Work Area: Communication | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time  | Additional Locations:  Job Segment:  Regional Manager, SAP, Cloud, ERP, Public Policy, Management, Technology, Legal PLEASE MENTION THAT YOU SAW THIS POSITION POSTED ON LOBBYINGJOBS.COM

DESCRIPTION Job summary Work hard, have fun and make history with Amazon Public Policy. The Manager, Public Policy, will help lead public policy activities with think tanks, trade associations, and other key external partners in Washington, DC. The Manager, Public Policy, will be a highly visible position that will create, execute, and manage response to key public policy issues. Working with the Director, Public Policy, and the entire Americas Public Policy team, the Manager will help to drive our external engagement efforts by communicating with trade associations, think tanks, non-profits, and other key external partners. They will build strategies to deepen relationships with these external partners, including representing the company at conferences and meetings. The Manager, Public Policy, will work collaboratively and transparently with different business units to ensure alignment between business priorities and public policy goals. The Manager will assess and communicate external activities back to the business and the public policy team, develop strategies and positions, and manage and coordinate external advocacy efforts, external partner outreach programs, and key initiatives with Congress and the media. The Manager will also work collaboratively with external partners on policy issues of importance to the company. The position is based in Arlington, VA. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • BS/BA required. • At least 8 years of relevant experience with a keen working understanding of public policy, including the mechanics of legislative and administrative policymaking process and procedures, effective lobbying techniques, and collaboration with other companies and trade groups. Candidates will be able to demonstrate their experience through work within government, companies, consultancies, trade associations, or equivalent organizations. • An ability and desire to travel is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Law Degree or Master’s Degree. • Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience creating and effectively delivering factual, relevant, and easily understandable talking points and other messaging. • Experience identifying and understanding key technical aspects pertaining to corporate operations in political environments, understanding business implications, and synthesizing information for internal and external customers, and recommending a best course of action. • Demonstrated ability to effectively and comfortably interact at the highest corporate, government, and regulatory agency levels. Team Culture Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and we host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust. Work/Life Balance Our team also puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren’t focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we’re happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life—both in and outside of work. Mentorship and Career Growth Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future. Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us . Please mention that you saw this position on LobbyingJobs.com

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading global financial services firm with assets over $2 trillion and operations in more than 60 countries.  The firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers, small business and commercial banking, financial transaction processing, asset management and private equity. The Corporate Responsibility (CR) department mission is to advance a stronger, more durable and safe financial system and an inclusive economy and society for clients, customers and communities around the world.  The department includes sub-departments focused on policy advocacy and lobbying, philanthropy, sustainability, impact finance, community engagement and data analysis and research. Global Government Relations (GGR) is housed within Corporate Responsibility and is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive policy, regulatory and advocacy strategy on behalf of JPMorgan Chase.  This includes engaging in balanced advocacy with regulators and policymakers, understanding and providing thought leadership on how policies affect the firm's clients and economic growth overall, and governing internal coordination among regions and lines of business on global regulatory reform issues. The State and Local Government Relations (SGR) team is part of GGR and monitors legislative activities, analyzes policy and political trends, educates state and local public officials on issues of shared interest, collaborates with the firm's lines of business and clients about emerging issues, and develops, supports and promotes the advancement of public policy priorities impacting the firm and our clients. The Role JPMorgan Chase is hiring a Vice President to be part of the State and Local Government Relations (SGR) team.  The position is located in Sacramento and reports to the West Region Director of State and Local Government Relations. The Vice President for State and Local Government Relations will be responsible for: Representing JPMorgan Chase & Co. with state and local government officials in CA, NV, AK, and HI. Identifying and influencing state or local legislative proposals that impact JPMC. Identifying proactive legislative and public policy opportunities at the state and local level. Managing state bankers associations, contract lobbyists and national organizations, as assigned. Managing regional Political Action Committee (PAC) budgets. Understanding the governmental and political environment within assigned region. Providing regular updates to senior leaders on legislative and political environment. Coordinating with Corporate Responsibility colleagues to identify, develop and leverage opportunities to engage with government officials regarding the firm's growing philanthropic initiatives and market expansion efforts, including our Racial Equity Commitment. Collaborating on strategy with Market Leadership Teams, regional communications colleagues, Business Resource Groups and other internal stakeholders within assigned region. Supporting senior executives in market on government facing priorities. Building relationships with state and local elected officials and maintaining continuous feedback on firmwide initiatives. Qualifications: Strong and effective lobbying experience. Exceptional relationships and understanding of politics and state and local legislative process. Strong understanding of financial services and business issues. Impeccable integrity. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. Proven strong work ethic. Graduate degree or equivalent experience preferred. 10+ years of total relevant experience. About Us JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. The health and safety of our colleagues, candidates, clients and communities has been a top priority in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. JPMorgan Chase was awarded the “WELL Health-Safety Rating” for all of our 6,200 locations globally based on our operational policies, maintenance protocols, stakeholder engagement and emergency plans to address a post-COVID-19 environment. As a part of our commitment to health and safety, we have implemented various COVID-related health and safety requirements for our workforce. These requirements may include sharing information in the firm’s vaccine record tool, vaccination or regular testing, mask wearing, social distancing and daily health checks. Requirements may change in the future with the evolving public health landscape. JPMorgan Chase will consider accommodation requests. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans About the Team Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success. ​The    Corporate Responsibility  (CR) department mission is to advance a stronger, more durable and safe financial system and an inclusive economy and society for clients, customers and communities around the world. The department includes sub-departments focused on policy advocacy and lobbying, philanthropy, sustainability, impact finance, community engagement and data analysis and research. Please mention that you saw this position posted on LobbyingJobs.com