Associate Director of Federal Government Affairs

## Job Description

### Title
Associate Director of Federal Government Affairs

### Location
Washington, D.C.

### Reports To
Global Head of Government Affairs

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## Position Summary
The Associate Director of Government Affairs will serve on the federal government affairs team for the Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) and will report to the Director of Federal Government Affairs. The role requires a robust understanding of the legislative process and established relationships with policymakers and staff on Capitol Hill, as well as officials within the executive branch (USDA, FDA, USTR, Commerce, EPA, etc.).

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## Primary Responsibilities

– Analyze and understand the business impact of proposed federal legislation and regulations that may affect the company’s operations and workforce.
– Develop creative government relations strategies to support KHC’s business interests and advocacy efforts.
– Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant government officials, legislative offices, industry partners, and thought leaders in Washington, D.C.
– Demonstrate leadership skills, including the ability to advance company interests in consensus‑driven environments.
– Anticipate emerging federal issues of importance to the company.
– Build and maintain strong relationships with internal Kraft Heinz stakeholders.
– Provide government affairs counsel to business leadership.
– Identify and resolve challenges for the business.
– Collaborate cross‑functionally with key internal colleagues and subject‑matter experts across the company to identify and manage issues.

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## Qualifications

– 8+ years of demonstrated success within government, a trade association, and/or a corporate government affairs function.
– Robust understanding of the legislative process and established relationships with policymakers on Capitol Hill and in the executive branch (USDA, FDA, USTR, Commerce, EPA, etc.).
– Domain expertise in food and agricultural policy.
– Strong project management skills and a track record of coalition‑building.
– Proven track record of delivering results.
– Ability to represent the company effectively in a variety of public settings.
– Experience managing outside resources, including consultants, on legislative or public policy initiatives (preferred).
– Ability to work as a team player.
– Excellent oral and written communication skills.

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## Preferred Qualifications

– Experience working with a CPG or manufacturing company.
– J.D. or Master’s degree.

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## Individual Skills

– Exhibits strong and independent judgment.
– Strong leader, collaborator, team player, and individual contributor.
– Strong communication skills with comfort speaking with business stakeholders.
– Independent self‑starter.
– Effective at organizing and prioritizing.
– Skilled in project planning, management, and execution.
– Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

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## EEO Policy
Kraft Heinz is an EO employer – Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories.

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’s strategy and values.

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## New Hire Base Salary Range
**$164,200.00 – $205,200.00**

**Bonus:** This position is eligible for a performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.

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## Benefits
Coverage for employees (and eligible dependents) includes affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savings for the future. Plans are tailored to meet the needs of employees and their families. Coverage is provided in accordance with the terms and conditions of applicable plans and governing documents.

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## Wellbeing
We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that support physical, social, emotional, and financial wellbeing for employees and their families.

Programs may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment factors. Examples include:

**Physical** — Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
**Social** — Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
**Emotional** — Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
**Financial** — 401(k), Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

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## Location(s)
Govt Relations Office

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Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. To ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants requiring assistance in the job application process may contact **[email protected]**.

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