Gov't Affairs & Public Policy Lead (Federal) at Volkswagen in Reston, VA

Role Summary

• Assure that Electrify America and VW AG units are informed about Federal government actions that affect the Electrify America’s business.
• Affect the outcome of public policy processes before the Federal legislative & executive branches of government.
• Foresee Federal public policy opportunities that advance the interests of Electrify America and develop strategies to develop those activities.
• Build positive relations with governmental officials & institutions as well as outside organizations involved in the formation of public policy.

Role Responsibilities

• Analyze & explain impact Federal Regulatory developments as they relate to Electrify America’s obligations outlined in appendix C of the partial consent decree
• Draft & disseminate internal analyses & reports regarding policy developments.
• Draft statements of corporate positions on policy issues including memoranda, fact sheets & comments for legislative hearing & administrative proceedings.
• Support the presentation of company positions in meetings with federal government officials, and support the drafting of proposed legislative & regulatory language.
• Support communication efforts with government representatives, industry representatives & representatives of other entities involved in development of policy.
• Participate in the Electric Vehicle committees, national associations, think tank dialogues, etc. related to the above matters.

Qualifications:

Years of Experience: 7+ years of relevant experience

Education:

Bachelor's degree (Required)

Master's degree in Public Affairs of Law Degree (Desired)

Skills:

• Analytical and conceptual thinking – using logic and reason, creative and strategic
• Communication skills – interpersonal, presentation and written
• Computer savvy – skilled in the use of software
• Integration – joining people, processes or systems
• Influencing and negotiation skills
• Problem solving
• Resource management

Specialized Skills:

Required:

• 5-7+ years of experience in federal government affairs or public policy
• 2-4 years of proven success developing or influencing Federal legislation, regulation or public policy
• Capable of becoming registered as a lobbyist & if an attorney, must be a member in good standing of a State Bar Association.