American Farm Bureau Federation · 3 weeks ago
Director, Government Affairs
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$135K/yr - $145K/yr
5+ years expAmerican Farm Bureau Federation is focused on implementing public policy and regulatory programs. The Director of Government Affairs will advocate for Farm Bureau policies, develop action plans, and maintain relationships with Congress and federal agencies.
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Responsibilities
Represent Farm Bureau and advocate the organization’s policy positions to Congress, the Executive branch, the media and other private sector organizations. Present Farm Bureau views in speeches before appropriate groups, public forums, and Farm Bureau meetings
In collaboration with members of the Public Policy Department, develop and implement long- and short-term action plans that lead to the accomplishment of Farm Bureau’s policies and other issues as assigned
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with appropriate personnel in assigned Congressional and federal administrative and regulatory agencies through regular contacts. Keep abreast of rulings and rulemaking proceedings and prepare analyses and/or statements on these matters
Build and assume leadership roles in private sector coalitions to expand external support for Farm Bureau’s policy objectives. Maintain good working relationships with agricultural organizations and associations to leverage support for Farm Bureau policies
Prepare and deliver remarks to public audiences, regulators and regulatory agencies, as well as draft congressional testimony, letters to Capitol Hill, memoranda for internal distribution within Farm Bureau, public-facing policy briefs and detailed regulatory comments on Federal rulemakings
Establish and maintain good working relationships with state Farm Bureau leadership and staff. Work with state Farm Bureaus in visits to Washington, D.C. and make presentations at meetings called by the states
Serve as a resource person for AFBF Communications team in the development and dissemination of advocacy materials
Organize and coordinate meetings and conferences in appropriate subject areas as needed and serve on special committees and coalitions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher
Minimum five years public policy experience
Strong operational understanding of executive and legislative branches of federal government
Knowledge or background in agricultural production
Approximately 20% travel
Public Speaking
Preferred
Strong understanding of agriculture issues and processes, including: Energy, Tax, Transportation
Understanding of the Farm Bureau organization, including its purpose, structure, and operation
Trade association experience desired
Congressional and/or Executive Branch experience desired
Company
American Farm Bureau Federation
Our Mission: The American Farm Bureau Federation is the Voice of Agriculture®.
51-200 employees
Funding
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