Federal Government Affairs, Director

Roche • Washington, DC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity The Director will be responsible for initiating and executing comprehensive strategies around priorities in Washington that will support Genentech's mission to bring innovative treatments to patients. The individual will be responsible for implementing an outreach strategy with Members of the United States Congress that showcases the company as a science-driven and patient focused business whose priority is to shape the policy landscape through credible engagement. The Director will monitor and analyze policies, trends and activities in Washington and will be responsible for communicating the business impact to key external and internal stakeholders. Occasional travel to corporate headquarters in San Francisco and to other events as necessary. The Federal Government Affairs team is responsible for education and advocacy in Washington with the U.S. Congress, the Administration, and other federal agencies. Prioritization and advancement of legislative and regulatory goals are done in coordination with key leaders and colleagues throughout various business functions.

Requirements

• You have a Bachelor's Degree.
• You have 7-10 years experience working on or with Capitol Hill.
• You have an understanding of the legislative and political process
• Demonstrated experience in healthcare and expertise in issues of critical importance to company and its business.
• Strategic Agility: Sets clear objectives and implements comprehensive government affairs strategies that include lobbying, coalition building, messaging, material generation and other means necessary in order to meet defined goals. Proactively recognizes political threats and opportunities (e.g., monitoring news, etc.), independently initiates strategy, and drives objectives by effectively bringing individuals together. Pivots quickly in undefined environments and creatively utilize resources to adapt to shifting political landscapes.
• Inspiring and Influencing: Develops and communicates succinct, targeted messages through strong oral and written skills to reach a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders. Leads by setting a positive tone for initiatives and inspiring both peers and external stakeholders.
• Teamwork and Collaboration Adept at anticipating the needs and questions of diverse internal and external audiences, ensuring all stakeholders are brought along collaboratively. An energetic team player who is genuinely open to constructive feedback and contributes to a supportive, well-functioning team dynamic. Must exhibit core values: Trust, Transparency, Collaboration and Respect

Nice To Haves

• Deep ties with House Republican offices and across the broader conference.
• Strong relationships with external trades, coalitions, and other companies to drive and coordinate industry-wide strategy.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Advocacy & Relationship Building: Cultivate and maintain deep relationships with Republican Members of Congress, their staff, and the Administration to proactively advance company objectives.
• Navigating Ambiguity & Threat Mitigation: Navigate the legislative and political environment to address regulatory, legislative and policy issues that may impact corporate growth and profitability. Integrate Genentech’s outside consultants effectively in the development of policy and political strategies.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Develop cross-departmental relationships to inform advocacy priorities and positions, and to ensure that business decision-makers have a strong understanding of the political and policy landscape in Washington.
• Business & Pipeline Integration: Continually learn about the company's clinical programs and shifting pipeline to successfully re-orient advocacy strategies and educate external stakeholders on the business impact of policy.
• Team Building and Collaboration: Provide strategic direction and cultivate a unified purpose while working collaboratively as part of a dynamic government affairs team.
• Political Action Committee (PAC) Management: Execute tactics around the company’s Political Action Committee focused on political giving strategy and internal growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director