Advocacy Manager

Toyota North America•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time. Who we’re looking for Toyota’s Government Affairs Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Advocacy Manager. The primary responsibility of this role is to manage Toyota’s grassroots engagement programs and advocacy events. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Government Affairs, the person in this role will support department's objective to develop effective political and advocacy programs. This position is based at our office in Washington, D.C. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location. What you’ll be doing Manage Toyota’s Grassroots Program: Oversee employee, dealer, and supplier engagement in Toyota’s grassroots efforts, fostering an informed, active and aligned community around public policy. Advocacy Content Creation: Manage creation of multimedia content that advances Toyota’s advocacy goals. Draft advocacy materials, including action alerts, talking points, and fact sheets. Dealer Advocacy Support: Provide strategic, technical and operational guidance for grassroots activations and events to Director of Dealer Policy for the Toyota/Lexus Dealer Advocacy Network (TLDAN). Supplier Advocacy Support: Provide strategic, technical and operational guidance for grassroots activations and events to Director of Supplier Policy for the Toyota Supplier Advocacy Network (TSPAN). Oversee Large-Scale Advocacy Events: Manage high-profile advocacy events for Toyota’s Government Affairs team (e.g., annual Washington DC fly-in for nearly 100 senior executives, fly-in for executive women leaders at Toyota, advocacy events for Toyota and Lexus dealers and suppliers, and political events) ensuring smooth execution and alignment with broader strategic goals. What you bring A minimum of 5 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, public affairs, communications, or a closely related field Experience managing grassroots, marketing, or communications initiatives with the ability to foster an informed and active participant base Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships Demonstrated strategic thinking skills, with the ability to anticipate challenges, analyze complex issues, and develop proactive solutions Bachelor’s degree (or higher) Willingness and ability to work outside of normal business hours Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% of the time Added bonus if you have Master’s degree Messaging and communication strategy experience Familiarity with the legislative process Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and execute large-scale events for government affairs, including high-level meetings and public engagements What We’ll Bring During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include: A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable) Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute Paid holidays and paid time off Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA) Relocation assistance (if applicable) The annual base salary range for this position is $119,200.00 - $193,700.00.Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Belonging at Toyota Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com. At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. Career Possibilities: Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we’re empowered to forge our own paths — to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better. If you want to be part of the next-generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, public affairs, communications, or a closely related field
Experience managing grassroots, marketing, or communications initiatives with the ability to foster an informed and active participant base
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships
Demonstrated strategic thinking skills, with the ability to anticipate challenges, analyze complex issues, and develop proactive solutions
Bachelor’s degree (or higher)
Willingness and ability to work outside of normal business hours
Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% of the time

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
Messaging and communication strategy experience
Familiarity with the legislative process
Proven ability to plan, coordinate, and execute large-scale events for government affairs, including high-level meetings and public engagements

Responsibilities

Manage Toyota’s Grassroots Program: Oversee employee, dealer, and supplier engagement in Toyota’s grassroots efforts, fostering an informed, active and aligned community around public policy.
Advocacy Content Creation: Manage creation of multimedia content that advances Toyota’s advocacy goals. Draft advocacy materials, including action alerts, talking points, and fact sheets.
Dealer Advocacy Support: Provide strategic, technical and operational guidance for grassroots activations and events to Director of Dealer Policy for the Toyota/Lexus Dealer Advocacy Network (TLDAN).
Supplier Advocacy Support: Provide strategic, technical and operational guidance for grassroots activations and events to Director of Supplier Policy for the Toyota Supplier Advocacy Network (TSPAN).
Oversee Large-Scale Advocacy Events: Manage high-profile advocacy events for Toyota’s Government Affairs team (e.g., annual Washington DC fly-in for nearly 100 senior executives, fly-in for executive women leaders at Toyota, advocacy events for Toyota and Lexus dealers and suppliers, and political events) ensuring smooth execution and alignment with broader strategic goals.

Benefits

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
Paid holidays and paid time off
Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan.