Nationwide · 17 hours ago
Consultant, Political Programs
Ohio - Columbus, One Nationwide Plaza
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expNationwide is a Fortune 100 company that focuses on delivering innovative business solutions with excellence. The Consultant for Political Programs will lead the Political Action Committee (PAC) and manage grassroots and political strategies, ensuring compliance and educating associates on political engagement.
BankingFinancial ServicesInsuranceLife Insurance
Responsibilities
Collaborates with Director, Political Programs, Senior Vice President, Government Relations, and business leaders to develop political fundraising strategy. Implements fundraising programs to increase PAC revenues
Creates and implements education and communication materials related to PAC (e.g., campaign strategy and video, presentations, documents, solicitation materials and website copy)
Coordinates and handles logistics for exclusive PAC events across the country – both virtual and in person
Helps train and organize PAC Ambassadors across the company. Presents at meetings and travels to regional office locations to educate associates on importance and value of PAC
Manages and builds PAC member participation and member retention
Develops and implements new fundraising tactics, such as member benefit events, new giving levels and incentives and member appreciation campaigns
Collaborates closely with broader government relations events to support the education of Nationwide associates on the value of political engagement while building and maintaining a positive brand for PAC
Administers PAC, ensuring compliance with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and all state registration and campaign finance reporting requirements. Reviews filings with the FEC and state campaign offices. Maintains solid understanding of campaign finance law, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations and the Security Exchange Commission (SEC) pay-to-play regulations to ensure Nationwide’s compliance
Collaborates on broad External Affairs events and initiatives to educate Nationwide associates on the value of political engagement
Coordinates get-out-the-vote efforts and strategies and assists with voter education efforts in all Nationwide locations
Crafts and distributes calls to action to Nationwide associates on federal and state legislative issues. Work with Nationwide key contacts to lobby elected officials
Develops and leads grassroots tactics to influence legislative and regulatory issues facing Congress, state legislatures and state and local ballot initiatives
Qualification
Required
Typically, seven or more years of demonstrated ability in governmental relations, political action committee (PAC) management or political fundraising
High degree of political acuity with a familiarity of federal and state government structure and workings
Extensive knowledge of the political process including legislative initiatives, legislative and executive processes, legislative communication techniques and the dynamics of politics at all levels of government
Acute political sensitivity and ability to maintain confidentiality
Understanding of the science of influence and how to implement sales and marketing tactics to encourage PAC participation
Ability to work comfortably and effectively with top-level government officials, association leaders and senior executives
Excellent presentation, interpersonal communication and public speaking skills
Proven critical thinking skills and able to develop new and creative ideas
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to adhere to tight requirements and timelines
Database and website content management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, including Excel and Word
Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values and Guiding Behaviors
Preferred
Undergraduate studies in political science, public relations, communications or other business related field
Experience in fundraising and/or sales, with proven results, influencing and achieving fundraising/sales goals
Experience with elected officials at the federal and/or state level, political campaigns, campaign finance, PAC administration and/or corporate political engagement activities
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision
Life insurance
Short and long term disability coverage
Paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date
Nine paid holidays
8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
401(k) with company match
Company-paid pension plan
Business casual attire
And more.
Company
Nationwide
Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the United States.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jim Grafmeyer
VP, Chief Enterprise Architect
Tony Fenton
Vice President Commercial Lines Underwriting & Product - Commercial, E&S and Specialty
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