Director, Federal Advocacy

PHRMA•Washington, DC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking a Director for the Federal Advocacy team to support its advocacy efforts. The Director is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships and building support for PhRMA priorities, policies and positions. They will primarily lobby members of the United States Congress, focusing on the Ways and Means Committee, House Republicans and their staff regarding issues of importance to patients and the pharmaceutical industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Government Relations or other related field of study
Minimum of 6 years of combined legislative, White House, government affairs consulting and/or pharmaceutical industry experience
Understanding of procedures, protocols of standing committees regarding witnesses, testimony and Congressional activities, working knowledge of the Congressional process and ethics rules and regulations
Strong relationship building skills, integrity and reputation
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated collaborator and team player

Nice To Haves

Strong advocate for the pharmaceutical industry who is passionate about the health care challenges we face today.
Well-regarded, self-starter with a reputation for integrity and results.

Responsibilities

Lobby lawmakers on the Ways and Means Committee, House Republican members and their staff on potential/proposed legislation and the impact of such legislation on patients and the pharmaceutical industry.
Coordinate with PhRMA colleagues and member company staff on policy positions and the development of legislative strategy related to PhRMA priorities.
Anticipate, track and analyze legislation relevant to industry priorities, involving PhRMA staff and member company representatives as needed.
Represent the Federal Advocacy team at internal PhRMA meetings and collaborate across departments on policy, engagement strategy and messaging materials.
Build and maintain relationships with Member company staff and other stakeholders.
Manage consultants who provide services to the Federal Advocacy team.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
flexible spending
life
AD&D
LTD
STD
parental leave
wellbeing program
back-up care
health advocate service
employee assistance program
commuting benefits
401k plan with employer contributions upon the first day of hire and immediate vesting
generous paid time off plan
seven paid holidays (plus inauguration day)
half day Fridays preceding holidays
half day Fridays in the summer months
paid winter break
tuition reimbursement
industry on-site and off-site training
management/professional development programs