Greenfoot is looking for candidates to fill the role of Director, Sustainability Policy. On-Site position in Washington DC. No visa sponsorships supported, no agencies please.

Must-Haves

Bachelor’s degree, in government, public policy, political science, or related field
Eight years of issue advocacy, public policy, public affairs, grassroots, or related experience
Solid knowledge and/or experience in sustainability, recycling and plastics policy
Enthusiasm, energy and tenacity to work in a fast-paced environment in an effort to advance the mission and priorities of our client
Ability to quickly learn complex policy issues, contribute to team success, and collaborate with internal customers

Nice-To-Haves

Relevant advanced degree or certifications

Job Description

Our client, a national trade association representing the world’s leading chemical and plastics manufacturers, currently has an opportunity for a Director for its Plastics division located in Washington, D.C. Our client represents its members on public policy issues; coordinates the industry’s research and testing programs; and administers Responsible Care®, the industry’s environment, health, safety and security performance improvement initiative.

The position supports federal plastics policy development and coordinates our client’s federal advocacy workstreams within the Plastics division by working closely with the client’s federal lobbying team. The position is responsible advancing a pro-active policy and advocacy agenda that benefits an integrated plastics value chain. The position is further responsible for leading the planning and execution of key initiatives with internal and external stakeholders, engaging regularly with company government and public affairs representatives and supporting applicable subject matter experts. The position reports directly to the Senior Director, Plastics Sustainability.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in government, public policy, political science, or related field, and at least eight years of issue advocacy, public policy, public affairs, grassroots, or related experience. Familiarity with federal legislative and regulatory processes, the ability to engage and influence legislatures and internal customers, as well as the ability to work on a variety of complex matters simultaneously and manage multiple projects and prioritize issues. Strong organizational skills, creative, out-of-the box thinking, a collaborative approach and an ability to both lead and be part of a team, as appropriate, are a must. Industry trade association experience, relevant advanced degree or certifications and prior experience in environmental and sustainability policy are preferred.

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