Director, Government Affairs US
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Job DescriptionAre You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Matter.The Director of Government Affairs, US will lead public policy and government affairs initiatives, including advocacy. You will promote and protect Mondelēz International by managing the government and public affairs agenda, shaping and telling our company story and acting as an advocate for growing our business responsibly. To help build the Mondelēz International corporate brand and reputation, you will take the lead on the business' government affairs and engagement efforts. As part of this role, you will participate on various board and committee activities for business trade associations network and prepare and brief senior leaders at all trade association engagements. You will support senior leaders in their interactions with local governments and other key external stakeholders and interact with stakeholders on government affairs topics and issues, helping to embed Centre of Expertise Ways of Working and best practice sharing. In addition, you will forecast and prepare the business for major policy developments, reporting and posting as appropriate; support the growth agenda while balancing change/transformation in supply chain and portfolio, engaging colleagues across the business and supporting business leaders; collaborate with other leaders on the CGA team, and ensure that activities are delivered within budget.Primary ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deliver U.S. government affairs agenda in support of business objectivesServe as internal business partner to anticipate external environment to identify and manage legislative and policy challenges that may affect the businessProvide impact assessment of emerging political issues, existing or emerging regulatory policy, rules and guidelinesLead external advocacy efforts and key initiatives, representing the company in public engagements, including external meetings, public hearings, and policy conferencesEstablish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including policymakers and elected officialsEngage with trade associations on priority issuesRetain and manage government affairs and public policy consultants as necessarySupport managing of company employee political action committeeCompetenciesExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skillsProven ability to lead projects that deliver resultsAbility to work in cross functional and matrix style teamsStrong writing skillsActive listening skills with ability to understand your audience, synthesize key ideas, and weave together informationDemonstrated success in leading multiple priorities, tasks, resources, deadlines, deliverables and complex timelines. Proactive and self-starter, mature, independent and resourceful. Ability to take ownership for actions, behaviors, and contributions, while inspiring and motivating self and others.Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and ability to work in fast paced, dynamic environment and prioritize across competing initiatives.Qualifications10+ years demonstrated experience in government affairs, government, or trade associationExperience working on state and federal legislative and regulatory issues requiredSuccessful record of managing wide ranging advocacy strategiesExperience researching and analyzing public policy issuesBachelor's degree or equivalent business experienceThis role is on-site with presence on the Hill, Events, Trade Association meetings, etc.The anticipated base salary range for this position is $136,200 to $238,350; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. The salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results and eligibility to participate in our long-term incentive program.In addition, Mondelez Company offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.No Relocation support availableBusiness Unit SummaryThe United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, weproduce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country. Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-###-#### for assistance.Job TypeRegularCommunications and Public & Government AffairsCorporate & Government AffairsSummaryLocation: Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesType: Full time