Director of Government Relations and Public Affairs

Job ID : 090728.3
Job Title : Director of Government Relations and Public Affairs
Organization : VOLVO GROUP North America
Job Location : Washington DC
Company URL : http://www.volvogroup.com
Salary Range :
Job Description :

Position Title: Director of Government Relations

Reporting to the Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs of Volvo Group North America, the Director of Government Relations will be responsible for anticipating, identifying and lobbying on North American environmental and energy challenges and opportunities that have the potential to impact Volvo’s business worldwide.

Responsibilities:
• Managing Volvo Group’s environmental and energy portfolio with regard to Federal and State legislative and regulatory (non-compliance) issues.
• Helping develop and implement strategies to promote Federal public policy positions to benefit Volvo Group, working closely with the Vice President of Government Relations and other Volvo Group government relations and business area/unit personnel.
• Preparing written summaries of US Federal and select US State environmental and energy activities and developments of interest to the Volvo Group, and assisting in preparing letters, testimony, management briefings and memoranda regarding government-related matters.
• Monitoring the legislative and regulatory environment in order to identify, evaluate, analyze and report major changes and emerging issues which could have a significant impact upon the Volvo Group and its North American operations.
• Developing credible working relationships with public officials and staff, including communicating information about Volvo Group and its business areas/units to public officials, and abiding by all laws and established guidelines (including Federal lobbying law).
• Initiating and maintaining contacts with selected coalitions, trade associations, and other interest groups that relate to environmental and energy issues.
• Representing the company in meetings before legislators and staff, regulators, trade and legislative organizations, and building and maintaining legislative support for the industry.
• Assisting with creation and distribution of communications tools, legislative/regulatory alerts and other materials for distribution to Volvo Group business areas/units and external audiences.
• Performing other duties, task and responsibilities as assigned by management to support Volvo Group’s goals and objectives.

Skills and Knowledge Required:
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Assertive and dynamic individual who is proactive in communicating and able to develop effective relationships at all levels both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated understanding of Federal policymaking, solid analytical skills and demonstrated ability to solve problems quickly and creatively.
• High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted initiatives in conjunction with day- to-day activities with minimum supervision as well as work in a team environment.
• Ability to develop high levels of credibility and forge solid and positive professional relationships with all levels of the organization through the use of tact, diplomacy and discretion.

Education and Experience:
5-10 years of professional experience in Congress, the Federal government, or in other government affairs positions that involve working closely with Congress and the Federal Government in environmental and energy policy. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, political science, and or related field is required. An engineering background and an understanding of the transportation industry is a plus. Complete understanding of the Federal legislative and regulatory process and familiarity and experience with Congressional energy and environmental authorizations and appropriations. A wide network of contacts within the Federal government, elected officials and staff, business community and public interest groups is preferred. Knowledge of California legislative and regulatory process is also desirable.

How to Apply :

Please visit http://www.volvogroup.com |
Please include a cover letter and salary requirements.

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