Manager, Government Relations

The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) is a dynamic and influential organization dedicated to representing dairy farmers and cooperatives across the United States. We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to join our team as the Manager of Government Relations.

Responsibilities

• Engage in direct advocacy with members of Congress, government agencies, and other decision-makers to influence legislation and regulations that impact the dairy sector.

• Monitor policy developments and provide timely analysis to the Executive Vice President on issues that impact the dairy industry.

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, policymakers, member cooperative representatives, industry associations, and advocacy groups. Represent NMPF in relevant coalitions and alliances.

• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including regulatory, trade policy, and communications, and with member cooperative lobbyists to ensure a coordinated and effective approach to policy lobbying.

• Prepare a variety of written materials for both internal and external audiences, including, but not limited to, issue briefs, hill one-pagers, slide presentations, and newsletter articles.

• Plan and participate in advocacy events, hearings, and briefings to promote NMPF's policy positions and enhance the organization's visibility on Capitol Hill.

• PAC: Participate in planning, strategy, and implementation of events related to NMPF’s Political Action Committee.

• Manage and file organization’s quarterly LD-2 lobbying report.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, or a related field.

• Minimum of three years of experience in legislative, government relations, lobbying, or related fields. Experience with or exposure to agricultural policy preferred.

• Strong understanding of the legislative process and political landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated time management skills and versatility to manage multiple projects at the same time.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Appetite for developing skills and gaining knowledge in a variety of subject areas.
• Knowledge of the dairy industry is a plus.

Benefits

• 7.5 hour work day
• Hybrid position, 2 remote days per week
• Retirement contribution with an 11% maximum contribution
• Generous vacation, sick and personal leave
• Office closure between Christmas and the New Year
• Free Parking or Metro Benefits
• Exceptional health, vision and dental
• Short-term, long-term, life and disability insurance
• On-site gym

We regret it is not possible to communicate with candidates except those who most closely match our current business needs. Thank you.

The National Milk Producers Federation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, or any other characteristic protected by the law.