Date Posted:
May 13, 2026
Position Title:
Senior Vice President, Government Affairs
Office/Company:
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-06526
Reports To:
Location:
Arlington, VA
Contact:
Salary:
Competitive salary and eligibility for incentive pay, and an excellent benefits package, including paid holidays, personal time, flexible working hours, 401(k) plan, health/dental insurance, health savings plan, and partial pre-tax parking/Metro subsidy.
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The Senior Vice President, Government Affairs leads NEMA’s government relations and advocacy strategy, advancing NEMA’s mission and member priorities at both the federal and state levels.- Lead an outcomes‑driven federal and state advocacy program, including trade and tariff issues affecting global supply chains.Bachelor’s degree in a public policy‑related field required; master’s degree preferred. Minimum 10 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or a related field.
Responsibilities:
• - Set and execute NEMA’s federal and state policy agenda with member leaders; define success metrics and deliver regular performance reporting.
• - Represent NEMA with senior leaders across the executive branch, Congress, regulators, and states; build durable relationships and advance priorities in key forums (e.g., DOE, DOT, EPA, DOC, USTR, DOD).
• - Build and lead coalitions with trade associations and allied organizations to achieve shared advocacy outcomes.
• - Facilitate and staff Board‑level government affairs committee. Lead member representatives to develop consensus policy positions and mobilize advocacy, including Capitol Hill engagement and facility visits.
• - Partner with NEMA Communications to align advocacy messaging and communications strategies and tactics, including rapid response on emerging issues.
• - Lead and develop a high‑performing government relations team.
Qualifications:
• - Executive relationship builder with strong presence and deep command of policy and regulatory processes; leverages a trusted network to advance NEMA priorities through formal and informal channels.
• - Exceptional communicator in verbal and written skills, persuasive advocate with credibility at senior levels; able to serve as a media‑ready spokesperson for the industry.
• - Strategic, innovative, and collaborative leader who is solutions‑oriented and results‑driven; provides policy thought leadership in close partnership with the CEO.
• - Thrives in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment, managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines; deploys team effectively with clear and regular guidance on delegation and accountability.
• - Experienced people leader with a track record as a magnet for talent; enjoys building and developing a team and effectively provides feedback for performance improvement and career growth.
Instructions:
NEMA CAREERS
Other:
Equal opportunity employer.
