Director, Federal Government Affairs

Bayer•Washington, DC

21h•$170,720 - $256,080•Onsite

About The Position

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice. Director, Federal Government Affairs YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The primary responsibilities of this role, Director, Federal Government Affairs are to: Shapes political and societal debates, policy-development and legislation. Monitors and manages the external business environment and builds a strong brand and common ground with different stakeholder groups (International Organizations, Governments, policy-makers, NGOs, Industry associations). Integrates government affairs, advocacy, communications, environmental, social and corporate governance and issues management to influence public policy and protect reputation. Drives development of corporate policy positions, advocacy strategies and fosters external presence and relevance. Responsible for managing Bayer’s healthcare issues in front of Congress and the Administration including executive branch agencies like HHS and the FDA; Identifies and develops Bayer’s lobbying, political giving and grassroots engagement strategies on federal legislation impacting our consumer health and pharmaceutical businesses; Accountable for monitoring and anticipating activities that could impact Bayer's operations in the United States and developing plans to improve our corporate reputation; The role, both personally and through the government affairs team, represents Bayer before the highest levels of government by building strong, enduring relationships; Is a key member of a team of government affairs professionals while driving a focus on core policy and government affairs priorities in coordination with the SVP of PASS; Maximizes the effectiveness of trade associations by making them aware of key Bayer priorities, the impact on our business and the imperative to support them proactively in coordination with the relevant divisions; Builds diverse coalitions of associations, NGOs and advocacy groups that broaden our support and effectiveness; Manages a significant nationwide network of political consultants; Provides oversight of the development, implementation and monitoring of lobbying activities, including but not limited to, the following: drafting issue briefs, white papers and talking points on important issues to Bayer; drafting letters to state legislators, state government officials, as well as preparing testimony; Responsible for ensuring Bayer's compliance with all ethics/lobbying laws.

Requirements

Significant experience in government relations, including state and/or federal government experience or other relevant experience at a senior level.
Experience identifying challenges to current business and their growth drivers in the near and long-term.
Collaborative working style that creates buy-in and commitment from colleagues and key external stakeholders.
Strong strategic planning skill and the ability to be forward-thinking and proactive on legislative, regulatory and public policy issues.
The skill to manage often competing business interests and develop plans that reflect the best interest of Bayer.
Ability to work comfortably in a fast –paced environment where priorities and direction may change frequently.
Proven ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the Bayer organization in all regions, including senior management.
Must be professional and have the ability to handle people and situations with tact, diplomacy, discretion, confidentiality and a sense of urgency.
Experience presenting before senior executives and policymakers on important legislative and policy issues.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with impeccable ethics and a high-level of integrity.
Strong time management, budget and organizational skills required.
Ability to identify, manage and develop talent.
Exceptional verbal, written and listening skills.

Nice To Haves

Extensive corporate and association experience is strongly desired.
Advanced degree in law and/or public policy degree helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Shapes political and societal debates, policy-development and legislation.
Monitors and manages the external business environment and builds a strong brand and common ground with different stakeholder groups (International Organizations, Governments, policy-makers, NGOs, Industry associations).
Integrates government affairs, advocacy, communications, environmental, social and corporate governance and issues management to influence public policy and protect reputation.
Drives development of corporate policy positions, advocacy strategies and fosters external presence and relevance.
Responsible for managing Bayer’s healthcare issues in front of Congress and the Administration including executive branch agencies like HHS and the FDA.
Identifies and develops Bayer’s lobbying, political giving and grassroots engagement strategies on federal legislation impacting our consumer health and pharmaceutical businesses.
Accountable for monitoring and anticipating activities that could impact Bayer's operations in the United States and developing plans to improve our corporate reputation.
Represents Bayer before the highest levels of government by building strong, enduring relationships.
Is a key member of a team of government affairs professionals while driving a focus on core policy and government affairs priorities in coordination with the SVP of PASS.
Maximizes the effectiveness of trade associations by making them aware of key Bayer priorities, the impact on our business and the imperative to support them proactively in coordination with the relevant divisions.
Builds diverse coalitions of associations, NGOs and advocacy groups that broaden our support and effectiveness.
Manages a significant nationwide network of political consultants.
Provides oversight of the development, implementation and monitoring of lobbying activities, including but not limited to, the following: drafting issue briefs, white papers and talking points on important issues to Bayer; drafting letters to state legislators, state government officials, as well as preparing testimony.
Responsible for ensuring Bayer's compliance with all ethics/lobbying laws.