Director, Policy/Government Relations

Organon & Co. Director, Policy / Government Relations Covington, Kentucky Apply Now

The Director of State Government Affairs will provide direction, coordination, and execution of State Policy and Government Affairs initiatives, and advocacy efforts, related to Organon’s U.S. objectives.

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Direct responsibility for state policy and advocacy in key states in the central and southern United States.

Responsibilities also include the advancement of Organon’s relationships with key external stakeholders (both governmental and non-governmental) that influence public policy, provide counsel about possible courses of action, and identify key external engagement opportunities on policy.

Provide direction and perspective for Organon’s political programs (PAC and grassroots) and collaborate with Federal Policy, Global Policy, and Communications in furtherance of Organon’s Environmental, Societal, and Governance (ESG) related initiatives.

CAN BE 100% REMOTELY BASED - MUST BE located in a Central US location (ideally ILLINOIS or GEORGIA).

Primary activities include, but are not limited to :

Responsibilities

• As part of the U.S. Policy and Government Affairs Team, implement public policy positions and advocacy strategy consistent with the Company’s business and public policy objectives.
• Responsible for managing state government advocacy activities covering states in the central region of the U.S.
• Individual responsibility to represent Organon in key states and additional regional states to be determined. Exact coverage may evolve based on needs and interests / experience.
• Manage interaction with state public officials, including legislative and executive branch officials and staff, as well as relevant external stakeholders.
• Partner with the Organon U.S. Federal Relations, Global Communications, Legal, and other internal stakeholders on issues requiring coordinated input.
• Manage external consultants, policy development projects, and budget.
• Ensure the company’s lobbying and campaign contributions are compliant with all state agencies, laws, rules, and regulations.
• Represent Organon in external-facing roles, including trade associations, third-party organizations, and other situations, as needed.

Required Education, Experience and Skills

• BS / BA required.
• Experience in State Government Affairs and / or State Policy role in the biopharmaceutical industry.
• At least 10 years of experience in managing U.S. state government affairs issues and activities related to health care policy in multiple states, including legislative advocacy.
• Demonstrated experience to develop and execute public policy and state legislative strategy.
• Experience in analyzing state legislation and regulations.
• Proven ability to build relationships with high-level executives in healthcare and / or in state government.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills.

Preferred Education

Master’s or graduate degree preferred.

Who We Are :

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for.

US and PR Residents Only

If you require reasonable accommodation(s) in completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email us at [email protected].

Organon proudly embraces diversity in all of its manifestations and is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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