Summary: The National Pork Producers Council’s Vice President of Domestic Policy is a senior level manager that carries out government engagement, advocacy, and lobbying efforts on behalf of the U.S. pork industry. The VP is responsible for positioning the pork industry as a leader and key partner with influential government audiences. The position will have overall strategic and operational responsibility to formulate policy and develop strategies to advance domestic priorities. The VP will work to advance federal policy, advocate on behalf of producers to the executive branch and build coalitions. The VP will be a thought leader and a key part of the management team reporting to the CEO. This is a registered lobbyist position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead and develop a committed team, supervising a department, to maximize performance. Including developing strategies to support a collaborative culture, shared accountability, and organizational efficiency.
Advocate on priority policy issues including, but not limited to farm programs, risk management, biotechnology, futures markets, tax, food safety, and labor.
Develop and execute a comprehensive lobbying strategy based on the policy priorities of the organization through Congress, the Executive Branch, and Federal agencies via face-to-face or virtual engagement, written materials, and news media. Including but not limited to:
Assisting in the drafting of testimony and comments
Appearing or coordinating the appearance of members before legislative and regulatory panels,
Meeting with Congressional and regulatory officials and staff.
Monitor and report on any significant legislative and regulatory developments related to critical policy priorities that have a direct impact on the pork industry.
Review various information sources for items of interest and communicate information to relevant team members.
Collaborates with NPPC’s leadership team to develop and execute organizational strategic plan. Develop consensus at the staff and board level on industry implications of federal legislation and regulations, appropriate position, and best strategy to shape.
Develop and work closely with internal and external committees including policy organizations in the federal and state government, universities, and other organizations.
Maintains knowledge and stays current on legislative/regulatory issues that may have an impact on agriculture and the pork industry.
Builds and deploys effective lobbying strategy by coordinating efforts of the domestic policy team members with other departments within the organization including utilizing resources (grassroots), managing external consultants, building coalitions, and use of media resources and political activities.
Ensures that a range of relationships are in place and maintained as strategies are executed.
When appropriate acts as a spokesperson with the media and Congress, representing NPPC on legislative and regulatory issues.
Ensure the NPPC board, staff and state partners are aware of any emerging issues and NPPC related policy. Develop and execute a strategic plan for each related issues.
Works with the CEO to engage the organizations officers and board in the development and implementation of NPPC’s position on issues and the related strategy to shape legislation.
Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor: Take on other assignments and special projects which may be outside of primary responsibilities.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy or a related field, or equivalent work experience is required. A graduate degree is preferred.
A minimum of 15 years of experience in dealing with complex and high profile legislative and policy matters, ideally within the agriculture/livestock industry.
NPPC values candidates who bring significant experience serving as a strategic advisor to organizational leadership (either in the public or private sector) and a track record of leading a strategic, proactive, and high performing government affairs program.
Agriculture policy expertise, strategic thinking skills, and political expertise are of critical importance.
Proven record of advancing important issues through the legislative processes.
The VP will be an outstanding mentor and manager of teams and have experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. They will know how to build consensus regarding important policy positions and relevant strategies.
Candidates will have strong political expertise and deep experience in the political process at both the federal and Congressional level
Thorough understanding of U.S. Congressional and Cabinet policy-making processes, including an understanding of the roles and decision points in the Executive branch, Congress, role of think tanks, associations, and related organizations.
Strong bipartisan network and personal relationships with Members and staff on relevant House and Senate Committees and within the leadership of the House and Senate; strong Hill experience is essential.
Excellent oral and written communications skills with the capabilities to negotiate, persuade, and make effective presentations to varying audiences internal and external to NPPC.
Has effectively managed budgets for these services and has a positive track record of effective portfolio management of these services.
A high-level of confidence, and proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving, as well as a professional executive presence for interacting with and influencing key leadership and public policy decision makers, senior management, and executives internal and external to the Association. The ability to influence, negotiate with, and persuade others is important as well as the ability to be flexible and demonstrate strong judgment/decision-making skills.
Travel: Requires 25% travel. Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Location: The position is based out of the Washington, DC office.
The job is open until filled. Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter to andersont@nppc.org.
Dec 11, 2023
Full time
Summary: The National Pork Producers Council’s Vice President of Domestic Policy is a senior level manager that carries out government engagement, advocacy, and lobbying efforts on behalf of the U.S. pork industry. The VP is responsible for positioning the pork industry as a leader and key partner with influential government audiences. The position will have overall strategic and operational responsibility to formulate policy and develop strategies to advance domestic priorities. The VP will work to advance federal policy, advocate on behalf of producers to the executive branch and build coalitions. The VP will be a thought leader and a key part of the management team reporting to the CEO. This is a registered lobbyist position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead and develop a committed team, supervising a department, to maximize performance. Including developing strategies to support a collaborative culture, shared accountability, and organizational efficiency.
Advocate on priority policy issues including, but not limited to farm programs, risk management, biotechnology, futures markets, tax, food safety, and labor.
Develop and execute a comprehensive lobbying strategy based on the policy priorities of the organization through Congress, the Executive Branch, and Federal agencies via face-to-face or virtual engagement, written materials, and news media. Including but not limited to:
Assisting in the drafting of testimony and comments
Appearing or coordinating the appearance of members before legislative and regulatory panels,
Meeting with Congressional and regulatory officials and staff.
Monitor and report on any significant legislative and regulatory developments related to critical policy priorities that have a direct impact on the pork industry.
Review various information sources for items of interest and communicate information to relevant team members.
Collaborates with NPPC’s leadership team to develop and execute organizational strategic plan. Develop consensus at the staff and board level on industry implications of federal legislation and regulations, appropriate position, and best strategy to shape.
Develop and work closely with internal and external committees including policy organizations in the federal and state government, universities, and other organizations.
Maintains knowledge and stays current on legislative/regulatory issues that may have an impact on agriculture and the pork industry.
Builds and deploys effective lobbying strategy by coordinating efforts of the domestic policy team members with other departments within the organization including utilizing resources (grassroots), managing external consultants, building coalitions, and use of media resources and political activities.
Ensures that a range of relationships are in place and maintained as strategies are executed.
When appropriate acts as a spokesperson with the media and Congress, representing NPPC on legislative and regulatory issues.
Ensure the NPPC board, staff and state partners are aware of any emerging issues and NPPC related policy. Develop and execute a strategic plan for each related issues.
Works with the CEO to engage the organizations officers and board in the development and implementation of NPPC’s position on issues and the related strategy to shape legislation.
Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor: Take on other assignments and special projects which may be outside of primary responsibilities.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy or a related field, or equivalent work experience is required. A graduate degree is preferred.
A minimum of 15 years of experience in dealing with complex and high profile legislative and policy matters, ideally within the agriculture/livestock industry.
NPPC values candidates who bring significant experience serving as a strategic advisor to organizational leadership (either in the public or private sector) and a track record of leading a strategic, proactive, and high performing government affairs program.
Agriculture policy expertise, strategic thinking skills, and political expertise are of critical importance.
Proven record of advancing important issues through the legislative processes.
The VP will be an outstanding mentor and manager of teams and have experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. They will know how to build consensus regarding important policy positions and relevant strategies.
Candidates will have strong political expertise and deep experience in the political process at both the federal and Congressional level
Thorough understanding of U.S. Congressional and Cabinet policy-making processes, including an understanding of the roles and decision points in the Executive branch, Congress, role of think tanks, associations, and related organizations.
Strong bipartisan network and personal relationships with Members and staff on relevant House and Senate Committees and within the leadership of the House and Senate; strong Hill experience is essential.
Excellent oral and written communications skills with the capabilities to negotiate, persuade, and make effective presentations to varying audiences internal and external to NPPC.
Has effectively managed budgets for these services and has a positive track record of effective portfolio management of these services.
A high-level of confidence, and proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving, as well as a professional executive presence for interacting with and influencing key leadership and public policy decision makers, senior management, and executives internal and external to the Association. The ability to influence, negotiate with, and persuade others is important as well as the ability to be flexible and demonstrate strong judgment/decision-making skills.
Travel: Requires 25% travel. Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Location: The position is based out of the Washington, DC office.
The job is open until filled. Please submit your resume/CV and cover letter to andersont@nppc.org.
About Arevon
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., and New York City, Arevon Energy, Inc. is a leading independent producer of utility-scale renewable power across the United States. The company has around 4 GW of solar and energy storage projects in operation and under construction, representing $4 billion of investment, and a 5 GW pipeline. With a team of more than 200 people and a strong investor base, Arevon is growing rapidly through both development and M&A activities. Arevon also leverage decades of experience to provide asset management services to other clean energy owners. The company is backed by institutional investors that together manage more than $1 trillion in assets and have a strong focus on sustainability investments. Arevon is powering the energy transition.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to everything we do. Arevon thrives on and celebrates different views, beliefs, and values. We are committed to our talented team and partners, regardless of background or affiliation, and to actively promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our business. We strive to be a place where you can be you and bring yourself to work.
Arevon is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to affirmative action planning and encourages diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran, or marital status.
The Position
Arevon is recruiting for the position of Government Affairs Manager, an outstanding opportunity for individuals seeking an exciting, high-growth work environment in one of the most important industries of the 21st century. The Government Affairs Manager will report to the Vice President of Government Affairs and Marketing.
Responsibilities
· Track and influence state policy developments, including legislative and regulatory activity
· Analyze legislative and regulatory activity and communicate internally how it could affect the company’s existing and future assets
· In collaboration with the VP of Government Affairs and Marketing, develop and execute strategic advocacy and outreach in key states
· Participate in trade associations and industry coalitions to advance Arevon’s policy positions
· Communicate Arevon’s positions persuasively to key decision-makers, including legislators, regulators, consultants, and other external stakeholders
· Cultivate and maintain relationships with policy professionals within the energy industry, in the NGO community, and in government
· Coordinate with internal subject matter experts on development, tax, and RTO policy issues
· Evaluate and direct external consultants in promoting the company’s positions
· Write and deliver testimony before legislative committees and regulatory bodies as necessary
· Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
· Organize site visits to educate policymakers and other stakeholders
· In coordination with the Marketing and Communications team, create informative and engaging advocacy materials for use with elected officials and their staff. This may include memos, fact
sheets, talking points, press releases, and social media assets. Guarantee all content is error-free and publication-ready.
· Consistently execute Arevon’s brand presence across all media
Qualifications and Characteristics
· A Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent education, training, and experience
· 6+ years of related work experience in public policy or legislative advocacy
· Experience working in a bipartisan manner on energy policy or related issues
· Experience working in a state legislature is a plus
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required, including writing, proofreading, grammar, syntax, and use of AP Style
· Commitment to customer service is a must
· Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities daily
· Possess an eye for detail and the desire for continuous process improvement
· Ability to work with team members in different locations around the country
· Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams
· Ability to travel domestically, up to 30% of the time
Location
Ideally, the incumbent would be based in Scottsdale, Arizona, where the team functions on a hybrid schedule (in-office days of Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Fully remote location will be considered for candidates with proven industry experience. Please specify your desired location in your cover letter.
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, 1-2 page writing sample, and your resume to Arevon’s job portal at https://arevonenergy.com/careers. Applications missing a cover letter and/or writing sample will not be considered.
Nov 21, 2023
Full time
About Arevon
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., and New York City, Arevon Energy, Inc. is a leading independent producer of utility-scale renewable power across the United States. The company has around 4 GW of solar and energy storage projects in operation and under construction, representing $4 billion of investment, and a 5 GW pipeline. With a team of more than 200 people and a strong investor base, Arevon is growing rapidly through both development and M&A activities. Arevon also leverage decades of experience to provide asset management services to other clean energy owners. The company is backed by institutional investors that together manage more than $1 trillion in assets and have a strong focus on sustainability investments. Arevon is powering the energy transition.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to everything we do. Arevon thrives on and celebrates different views, beliefs, and values. We are committed to our talented team and partners, regardless of background or affiliation, and to actively promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our business. We strive to be a place where you can be you and bring yourself to work.
Arevon is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to affirmative action planning and encourages diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran, or marital status.
The Position
Arevon is recruiting for the position of Government Affairs Manager, an outstanding opportunity for individuals seeking an exciting, high-growth work environment in one of the most important industries of the 21st century. The Government Affairs Manager will report to the Vice President of Government Affairs and Marketing.
Responsibilities
· Track and influence state policy developments, including legislative and regulatory activity
· Analyze legislative and regulatory activity and communicate internally how it could affect the company’s existing and future assets
· In collaboration with the VP of Government Affairs and Marketing, develop and execute strategic advocacy and outreach in key states
· Participate in trade associations and industry coalitions to advance Arevon’s policy positions
· Communicate Arevon’s positions persuasively to key decision-makers, including legislators, regulators, consultants, and other external stakeholders
· Cultivate and maintain relationships with policy professionals within the energy industry, in the NGO community, and in government
· Coordinate with internal subject matter experts on development, tax, and RTO policy issues
· Evaluate and direct external consultants in promoting the company’s positions
· Write and deliver testimony before legislative committees and regulatory bodies as necessary
· Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
· Organize site visits to educate policymakers and other stakeholders
· In coordination with the Marketing and Communications team, create informative and engaging advocacy materials for use with elected officials and their staff. This may include memos, fact
sheets, talking points, press releases, and social media assets. Guarantee all content is error-free and publication-ready.
· Consistently execute Arevon’s brand presence across all media
Qualifications and Characteristics
· A Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent education, training, and experience
· 6+ years of related work experience in public policy or legislative advocacy
· Experience working in a bipartisan manner on energy policy or related issues
· Experience working in a state legislature is a plus
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required, including writing, proofreading, grammar, syntax, and use of AP Style
· Commitment to customer service is a must
· Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities daily
· Possess an eye for detail and the desire for continuous process improvement
· Ability to work with team members in different locations around the country
· Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams
· Ability to travel domestically, up to 30% of the time
Location
Ideally, the incumbent would be based in Scottsdale, Arizona, where the team functions on a hybrid schedule (in-office days of Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Fully remote location will be considered for candidates with proven industry experience. Please specify your desired location in your cover letter.
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, 1-2 page writing sample, and your resume to Arevon’s job portal at https://arevonenergy.com/careers. Applications missing a cover letter and/or writing sample will not be considered.
Government Affairs Director
North American Blueberry Council
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 annually, DOE/DOQ
Office/Hybrid/or Fully Remote Position
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
The North American Blueberry Council (NABC) seeks a Government Affairs Director (Director) with exceptional communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills. Under the direction of the President, the Director leads the organization’s policies and objectives involving international, federal and state government affairs. They are responsible for nurturing relationships with government officials, associated authorities and all committees representing the interests of the blueberry industry. The Director will be a strong collaborator, understanding the importance of establishing a network of congressional leadership who support the platform policies on behalf of NABC. Planning events, such as town halls, webinars, farm visits, lobbying trips to Washington, D.C. and other meetings, is an essential part of this role. The Director will also manage a Government Affairs Committee budget, requiring them to be fiscally savvy and budget oriented. Advancing NABC’s mission and goals is a vital part of this position, as is knowing how local policy, municipal budgets and regulatory policies impact NABC’s programs. If you are interested in an office, hybrid or fully remote position, have a background in public policy or advocacy and want to work alongside key decision-makers, apply today!
See the full recruitment brochure: https://indd.adobe.com/view/f6bafc48-91e6-439a-9814-7e4870e1f75e
THE JOB / IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Government Affairs Director works closely with the President, Vice President of Global Business Development, Vice President of Engagement & Education, Senior Director of Nutrition & Health Research, the Government Affairs 10-Member Committee and an outside lobbying consulting firm to advance the Council’s objectives within a legislative and regulatory framework. The Director will have a strong background in international, federal and state governmental processes, using this knowledge to represent the blueberry industry’s best interests. The Director helps identify legislative and government relations issues, opportunities, priorities and collaborates with other entities to build areas of common interest. This individual is a fact finder, working with research teams to support their initiatives, to create government relations materials, and serve as a favorable representative for the organization and the industry. Their responsibilities include representing the organization’s priorities and positions to key decision makers in the Administration and Congress, guiding the development and execution of strategic government relations priorities, and preparing talking points, legislative summaries, fact sheets, testimony, and reports to present to government officials and committees.
The ideal candidate is passionate about governmental affairs and has an understanding of global and domestic agricultural and commodity trades. They are eager to build relationships and establish trust with their colleagues and key stakeholders. The Director has strong analytical skills and will take a deep dive into the laws and policies that impact the industry. The ideal candidate is familiar with the Farm Bill, disaster relief programs, USDA food procurement programs, labor and immigration reform, trade policy, conservation, food safety, food nutrition and labeling and other relevant topics. They are persuasive and will use their networking skills to benefit the organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, political science, public relations or a related field.
Five years of experience in advocacy or public policy.
Salary
The annual salary range is: $110,000 - $130,000 annually, salary will be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience.
HOW TO APPLY
For first consideration, apply by November 29th by completing an application and attaching your cover letter and resume at wbcpinc.com/job-board/
Save the Dates:
Round one virtual interviews will take place on January 12th. Round two in-person interviews will take place on January 23rd. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.
Please contact your recruiter, Andrea Walters, with any questions:
awalters@nabcblues.org
(916) 542-1590
NABC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Nov 02, 2022
Full time
Government Affairs Director
North American Blueberry Council
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 annually, DOE/DOQ
Office/Hybrid/or Fully Remote Position
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
The North American Blueberry Council (NABC) seeks a Government Affairs Director (Director) with exceptional communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills. Under the direction of the President, the Director leads the organization’s policies and objectives involving international, federal and state government affairs. They are responsible for nurturing relationships with government officials, associated authorities and all committees representing the interests of the blueberry industry. The Director will be a strong collaborator, understanding the importance of establishing a network of congressional leadership who support the platform policies on behalf of NABC. Planning events, such as town halls, webinars, farm visits, lobbying trips to Washington, D.C. and other meetings, is an essential part of this role. The Director will also manage a Government Affairs Committee budget, requiring them to be fiscally savvy and budget oriented. Advancing NABC’s mission and goals is a vital part of this position, as is knowing how local policy, municipal budgets and regulatory policies impact NABC’s programs. If you are interested in an office, hybrid or fully remote position, have a background in public policy or advocacy and want to work alongside key decision-makers, apply today!
See the full recruitment brochure: https://indd.adobe.com/view/f6bafc48-91e6-439a-9814-7e4870e1f75e
THE JOB / IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Government Affairs Director works closely with the President, Vice President of Global Business Development, Vice President of Engagement & Education, Senior Director of Nutrition & Health Research, the Government Affairs 10-Member Committee and an outside lobbying consulting firm to advance the Council’s objectives within a legislative and regulatory framework. The Director will have a strong background in international, federal and state governmental processes, using this knowledge to represent the blueberry industry’s best interests. The Director helps identify legislative and government relations issues, opportunities, priorities and collaborates with other entities to build areas of common interest. This individual is a fact finder, working with research teams to support their initiatives, to create government relations materials, and serve as a favorable representative for the organization and the industry. Their responsibilities include representing the organization’s priorities and positions to key decision makers in the Administration and Congress, guiding the development and execution of strategic government relations priorities, and preparing talking points, legislative summaries, fact sheets, testimony, and reports to present to government officials and committees.
The ideal candidate is passionate about governmental affairs and has an understanding of global and domestic agricultural and commodity trades. They are eager to build relationships and establish trust with their colleagues and key stakeholders. The Director has strong analytical skills and will take a deep dive into the laws and policies that impact the industry. The ideal candidate is familiar with the Farm Bill, disaster relief programs, USDA food procurement programs, labor and immigration reform, trade policy, conservation, food safety, food nutrition and labeling and other relevant topics. They are persuasive and will use their networking skills to benefit the organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, political science, public relations or a related field.
Five years of experience in advocacy or public policy.
Salary
The annual salary range is: $110,000 - $130,000 annually, salary will be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience.
HOW TO APPLY
For first consideration, apply by November 29th by completing an application and attaching your cover letter and resume at wbcpinc.com/job-board/
Save the Dates:
Round one virtual interviews will take place on January 12th. Round two in-person interviews will take place on January 23rd. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.
Please contact your recruiter, Andrea Walters, with any questions:
awalters@nabcblues.org
(916) 542-1590
NABC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Government Affairs Director
North American Blueberry Council
Salary: $100,000-$125,000 annually, DOE/DOQ
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
The North American Blueberry Council (NABC) seeks a Government Affairs Director (Director) with exceptional communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills. Under the direction of the President, the Director leads the organization’s policies and objectives involving international, federal and state government affairs. They are responsible for nurturing relationships with government officials, associated authorities and all committees representing the interests of the blueberry industry. The Director will be a strong collaborator, understanding the importance of establishing a network of congressional leadership who support the platform policies on behalf of NABC. Planning events, such as town halls, webinars, farm visits, lobbying trips to Washington, D.C. and other meetings, is an essential part of this role. The Director will also manage a Government Affairs Committee budget, requiring them to be fiscally savvy and budget oriented. Advancing NABC’s mission and goals is a vital part of this position, as is knowing how local policy, municipal budgets and regulatory policies impact NABC’s programs. If you are interested in an office, hybrid or fully remote position, have a background in public policy or advocacy and want to work alongside key decision-makers, apply today!
See the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/79508255-086b-4ac2-98e5-aaaac069442b
THE JOB / IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Government Affairs Director works closely with the President, Vice President of Global Business Development, Vice President of Engagement & Education, Senior Director of Nutrition & Health Research, the Government Affairs 10-Member Committee and an outside lobbying consulting firm to advance the Councils’ objectives within a legislative and regulatory framework. The Director will have a strong background in governmental processes, using this knowledge to represent the blueberry industry’s best interests. The Director helps identify legislative and government relations issues, opportunities, priorities and collaborates with other entities to build areas of common interest. This individual is a fact finder, working with research teams to support their initiatives, and has a branding mindset to create government relations materials and serve as a favorable representative for the organization and the industry. Their responsibilities include developing talking points, legislative summaries, fact sheets, testimony and reports to present to government officials and committees.
The ideal candidate is passionate about governmental affairs and has a deep understanding of global and domestic agricultural and commodity trades. They are eager to build relationships and establish trust with their colleagues and key stakeholders. The next Director has strong analytical skills and will take a deep dive into the laws and policies that impact the industry. The ideal candidate is familiar with the Farm Bill, COVID-19 relief programs, USDA food procurement programs, labor and immigration reform, trade policy, conservation, food safety, food nutrition and labeling and other relevant topics. They are persuasive in nature and will use their networking skills to benefit the organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, political science, public relations or a related field.
Five years of experience in advocacy or public policy.
Salary and Benefits
The annual salary range is: $100,000-$125,000; salary will be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience.
Retirement: After one year of service, retirement funds deposited on a monthly basis by NABC directly to an accredited retirement fund of the employers choosing at a rate of 7.5% of yearly income.
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance: Basic coverage for employee only.
Vacation: Commensurate with career experience.
Sick Days: 5 days of paid sick time upon start; total of 10 days per year after one year of service.
Paid Holidays: 11 per year.
Teleworking Options: Opportunity for remote or hybrid work schedule.
HOW TO APPLY
For first consideration, apply IMMEDIATELY by completing an application and attaching your cover letter and resume at wbcpinc.com/job-board/
Save the Dates:
Strong candidates will be interviewed as they apply.
Please contact your recruiter, Sam Sackman, with any questions:
sam@wbcpinc.com
541-630-0657 (direct) 866-929-9227 (Toll Free)
NABC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Mar 16, 2022
Full time
Government Affairs Director
North American Blueberry Council
Salary: $100,000-$125,000 annually, DOE/DOQ
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
The North American Blueberry Council (NABC) seeks a Government Affairs Director (Director) with exceptional communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills. Under the direction of the President, the Director leads the organization’s policies and objectives involving international, federal and state government affairs. They are responsible for nurturing relationships with government officials, associated authorities and all committees representing the interests of the blueberry industry. The Director will be a strong collaborator, understanding the importance of establishing a network of congressional leadership who support the platform policies on behalf of NABC. Planning events, such as town halls, webinars, farm visits, lobbying trips to Washington, D.C. and other meetings, is an essential part of this role. The Director will also manage a Government Affairs Committee budget, requiring them to be fiscally savvy and budget oriented. Advancing NABC’s mission and goals is a vital part of this position, as is knowing how local policy, municipal budgets and regulatory policies impact NABC’s programs. If you are interested in an office, hybrid or fully remote position, have a background in public policy or advocacy and want to work alongside key decision-makers, apply today!
See the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/79508255-086b-4ac2-98e5-aaaac069442b
THE JOB / IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Government Affairs Director works closely with the President, Vice President of Global Business Development, Vice President of Engagement & Education, Senior Director of Nutrition & Health Research, the Government Affairs 10-Member Committee and an outside lobbying consulting firm to advance the Councils’ objectives within a legislative and regulatory framework. The Director will have a strong background in governmental processes, using this knowledge to represent the blueberry industry’s best interests. The Director helps identify legislative and government relations issues, opportunities, priorities and collaborates with other entities to build areas of common interest. This individual is a fact finder, working with research teams to support their initiatives, and has a branding mindset to create government relations materials and serve as a favorable representative for the organization and the industry. Their responsibilities include developing talking points, legislative summaries, fact sheets, testimony and reports to present to government officials and committees.
The ideal candidate is passionate about governmental affairs and has a deep understanding of global and domestic agricultural and commodity trades. They are eager to build relationships and establish trust with their colleagues and key stakeholders. The next Director has strong analytical skills and will take a deep dive into the laws and policies that impact the industry. The ideal candidate is familiar with the Farm Bill, COVID-19 relief programs, USDA food procurement programs, labor and immigration reform, trade policy, conservation, food safety, food nutrition and labeling and other relevant topics. They are persuasive in nature and will use their networking skills to benefit the organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, political science, public relations or a related field.
Five years of experience in advocacy or public policy.
Salary and Benefits
The annual salary range is: $100,000-$125,000; salary will be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience.
Retirement: After one year of service, retirement funds deposited on a monthly basis by NABC directly to an accredited retirement fund of the employers choosing at a rate of 7.5% of yearly income.
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance: Basic coverage for employee only.
Vacation: Commensurate with career experience.
Sick Days: 5 days of paid sick time upon start; total of 10 days per year after one year of service.
Paid Holidays: 11 per year.
Teleworking Options: Opportunity for remote or hybrid work schedule.
HOW TO APPLY
For first consideration, apply IMMEDIATELY by completing an application and attaching your cover letter and resume at wbcpinc.com/job-board/
Save the Dates:
Strong candidates will be interviewed as they apply.
Please contact your recruiter, Sam Sackman, with any questions:
sam@wbcpinc.com
541-630-0657 (direct) 866-929-9227 (Toll Free)
NABC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.