Job Description
Job Description Summary
As the PAC and Government Relations Manager, you will lead the Transamerica Political Action Committee (PAC) functions and Government & Policy Affairs communications.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Manage compliance with federal and state campaign finance and election laws, including PAC filings with the FEC. Ensure Transamerica PAC operates consistently in accordance with all applicable laws and corporate governance guidelines/requirements.
- Act as liaison with the PAC Board; prepare materials for board meetings, etc.
- Direct PAC solicitation campaigns; prepare material, conduct PAC events and develop recognition programs.
- Represent the PAC in working with candidate campaigns regarding fundraising events that the PAC is co-hosting; prepare invitations, direct logistics for the event, ensure compliance with Federal Election Commission (FEC) and ethics rules, etc.
- Develop and conduct grassroots outreach programs to eligible employees and agents.
- Lead the monitoring and tracking of developments on specific legislative and regulatory issues, including research and analysis. Support research and analysis on other issues as assigned.
- Take on lobbying issues and support other company lobbyists as needed.
- Represent the Company in federal trade association grassroots programs and committees.
- Arrange Company visits for key members of Congress, including preparing background issue briefs and Company information.
- Prepare and disseminate weekly newsletters and other communications on issues of interest to Transamerica PAC contributors.
- Develop communication materials to support lobbying functions in various formats and delivery methods, such as Outlook and email.
- Maintain and update the Transamerica Citizen Action Network (CAN) grassroots website, PAC website and intranet community discussion.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in political science, communications, marketing or other business-related field.
- Five years of relevant experience, including three years working in a congressional office PR function or trade association, as a grassroots coordinator or other relevant marketing/communications role.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills to articulate information to a wide audience.
- Organizational and research skills.
- Proficiency using MS Office tools and social media, including use of graphics.
Preferred Qualifications
- In-depth knowledge of FEC compliance
- Excellent team player
Working Conditions
- Hybrid Office/home environment
- Occasional travel