Manager, Public Policy

Amazon; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager of Public Policy to lead advocacy efforts for satellite broadband connectivity. This role involves crafting strategies to influence federal policy, engaging with government agencies, and aligning business objectives with public policy goals. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in public policy, particularly in connectivity and telecommunications. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of broadband initiatives while collaborating with diverse teams. If you're passionate about public policy and eager to make an impact, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of public policy experience with a focus on connectivity policy.
• Strong advocacy skills with a proven ability to persuade and inform.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute government affairs strategy for satellite broadband.
• Educate federal officials on satellite communications and cybersecurity policies.

Skills

Public Policy Experience

Advocacy Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Government Relations Strategy

Education

BA/BS Degree

Job description

Job ID: 2970120 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Work hard, have fun, and make history with Amazon Public Policy. The Manager, Public Policy will have the responsibility to help develop and execute Amazon’s public policy efforts to support Project Kuiper and satellite broadband connectivity at the federal level.

The Manager will create and execute a government affairs strategy to support our policy and regulatory goals on these issues with federal government agencies. This position also includes effectively educating key federal officials and their staff on satellite broadband and cybersecurity policies. This position will coordinate advocacy work with trade associations, consultants, and policy organizations.

The Manager will work collaboratively with our policy and business teams to ensure alignment between business priorities and public policy goals. They will assess and anticipate public policy matters, oversee and execute external advocacy efforts, and drive key initiatives. This position will assess and communicate potential government activities back to the business, develop mitigation or enhancement strategies and positions, and help coordinate external advocacy efforts, outreach programs, and key initiatives in concert with business objectives.

Key job responsibilities
Working in coordination with Amazon’s public policy team, the Manager, Public Policy, will educate government customers on policies related to satellite communications and broadband and cybersecurity policies. They will work closely with the managing Director, Public Policy, and others in Public Policy to coordinate on advocacy and to represent Amazon issues before federal agencies to preserve, establish, and enhance communications with policymakers on issues related to our business.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- BA/BS required
- At least 8 years of relevant public policy experience and a keen working understanding of connectivity policy and related issues.
- An ability and desire to travel is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- The ideal candidate will have experience interacting with government agencies on broadband and telecommunications policy.
- An expert understanding of the legislative and regulatory policy process and the technology industry.
- Expert skills in advocacy and using spoken and written rhetoric to persuade and inform.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience creating and effectively delivering factual, relevant, and easily understandable talking points and other messaging
- Broad government relations strategy experience
- Ability to maintain the highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and integrity


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