Senior Manager, Government Affairs & Policy Communications
About The Position
We are searching for the best talent to join our team as the Senior Manager, Government Affairs & Policy Communications to be located in either New Brunswick, N.J. or Washington D.C. Position Summary: The Senior Manager, Government Affairs & Policy (GA&P) Communications, will focus on advancing Johnson & Johnson’s policy priorities through external communications. The Senior Manager will report to the Director, Enterprise Strategic Response, and closely partner with GA&P leaders, including the Senior Vice President of Worldwide Government Affairs and Policy, the Senior Director of Government Affairs Global Strategy, Operations, and Communications, and other leaders across Johnson & Johnson. The Senior Manager will lead and assist in developing plans, implementing programs and working with media to ensure the Company’s positions are clearly understood by key stakeholders.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree is required.
- A minimum of 8+ years of professional experience working in communications, public affairs or media relations reflecting a strong record of success.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with a proven ability to produce well-written and compelling documents on tight deadlines.
- Strong relationship management skills and experience working with partners cross-functionally and globally.
- Experience pitching and maintaining reporter relationships, particularly with politically focused and industry publications.
- Expert on communications trends and opportunities for GA&P collaborators.
- Proven record of counseling and advising senior management and business leaders.
- Passion for media and consuming news, in all forms, through a variety of channels.
- Takes initiative, anticipates next steps and sets high standards
- Experience managing third-party agency relationships.
Nice To Haves
- Brand Reputation Management
- Communications Measurement
- Content Creation
- Corporate Communications Management
- Corporate Communications Strategy
- Corporate Management
- Cultural Competence
- External Communication
- Innovation
- Market Research
- Media Relations
- Organizing
- Relationship Building
- Social Awareness
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Strategic Thinking
- Technical Credibility
Responsibilities
- Build trusted relationships and collaborate across multi-functional teams to proactively advance GA&P priorities.
- Prepare external communications strategies in response to policy and government inquiries.
- Manage the development and production of a variety of communications materials, including statements, talking points, press releases and digital content.
- Coordinate internal teams to align positions and messaging on emerging topics.
- Monitor and assess external comms and media environment related to GA&P priorities.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key media outlets, particularly policy and political trades.
- Manage agency relationships to support strategy development and execution.
- Maintain understanding of industry standards and emerging trends.
- Mentor colleagues and nurture an environment of continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
- Savings plan (401(k))
- Long-term incentive program
- Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
- Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year
- Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
- Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
- Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
- Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
- Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
- Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
