Government Affairs Associate (Project Management)
At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We're driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life' and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you'll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals' lives better makes life better – join our team today!
Your Role:
As a Government Affairs Associate, you will have the opportunity to contribute to this cause while gaining valuable insights into the policies that shape the U.S. animal health landscape. You will develop your advocacy and public policy engagement skills, work on defined projects, and gain deep experience in government affairs within a multinational corporation.
Your Responsibilities:
- In coordination with the Elanco Corporate Affairs team, lobby and advocate for public policies that support the public policy objectives of Elanco.
- Monitor and analyze federal legislation and legislative opportunities affecting animal health, sustainability, and innovation policy.
- Manage the day-to-day administration of the Elanco PAC, supports its growth, and compliance.
- Communicate regularly with Elanco business segments, functions, and leaders about important public policy developments, implications, and alternatives.
- Engage in digital advocacy campaigns and analyze policies from stakeholder organizations governing regulation of animal health products.
- Complete or support various legislative and public policy research projects.
- Assist with administrative duties such as updating internal databases, managing email traffic, attending relevant think tank events and taking notes, and providing support with translation of key documents (dependent on language skills).
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications):
- Education: BS/BA degree required (preferred fields: political science, public policy, agriculture, science, business, journalism)
- Required Experience: Minimum 6 months experience in public affairs, inclusive of internships
- Strong writing, communication, and research skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to build rapport with executives and colleagues.
- Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and Canva
- Social media skills, with knowledge of digital advocacy through platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn preferred
- Full working proficiency in English
- Must have valid passport
Additional Information:
- Location: This is an in-person full-time role based in Elanco's Washington, DC office.
- Travel: 15-20%
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
- Multiple relocation packages
- Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
- 8-week parental leave
- 9 Employee Resource Groups
- Annual bonus offering
- Flexible work arrangements
- Up to 6% 401K matching
Elanco currently anticipates that the base salary for this position could range from $65,700.00 to $109,500 depending partly on the successful candidate's qualifications, including education and experience. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending partly on company and individual performance). Additionally, Elanco offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees that includes a company-matching 401(k); vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Of course, the compensation is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Elanco reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion, and Elanco's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Elanco employees.
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
