Job Description

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPECIALIST

Description

Monitors and complies with legislative and regulatory issues that may impact the business in the U.S., country of assignment, or international region. Supports the government relations team with research and document drafting.

Monitors and complies with legislative, regulatory, trade, and public affairs issues in the U.S. , country of assignment, or international region at all levels of government; undertakes special research projects as requested by the Manager or Director; prepares white papers and other documentation of current legislative and regulatory issues that may impact the business.

Drafts summaries of new laws, regulations, and interpretations; distributes summaries and new laws, regulations and interpretations to Manager and/or Director; prepares draft presentations of pending and new legislation and regulations for presentation to business leaders.

Prepares draft responses for governmental departments and legislative staffs that clarify the organization\xe2\x80\x99s position on proposed legislation or regulations.

Schedules and plans lobbying meetings and events; coordinates meetings and events with highest levels of Cummins\xe2\x80\x99 leadership.

Tracks filing or reporting deadlines for political action committees or lobbying efforts.

Develops an understanding of government operations and lobbying practices and focus; develops government contacts that will benefit the organization\xe2\x80\x99s business and community goals; develops strong internal contacts across all functions and business units; develops contacts in states and localities with large Cummins\xe2\x80\x99 presence; develops a strong understanding of the business and business issues within the U.S. , country of assignment, or international region.

Maintains logs, databases, and other tracking tools for the department; develops expert skills in using technology to assist with job duties.

Complies with all laws, regulations, and ethical concerns within area of jurisdiction and broadly across the organization.

Qualifications

Skills

Situational adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Instills trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Regulatory Compliance - Illustrates knowledge of regulatory requirements by identifying compliance issues in daily work; develops and documents mitigation plans that take into account Cummins\xe2\x80\x99 culture to address identified issues to ensure compliance and reduce risks for Cummins and its shareholders.

Business Writing - Writes business messages using appropriate grammar and style guidelines for the given format or publication and target audience; simplifies complex information into messages relevant to the target audience.

Persuades - Using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others.

Builds networks - Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.

Ensures accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

Political Acumen - Compares and contrasts the interests of key stakeholders (individuals, political parties, media, and outside groups such as NGOs, organized labor, PACs, etc.) to form effective and persuasive advocacy strategies and communications.

Government Advocacy - Demonstrates deep understanding of the mechanics of how the legislative, executive and judicial branches enact law or policy changes at the national, state/provincial and local government level in the country of assignment; identifies engagement opportunities and legal obligations relating to lobbying and political activities at the national, state/provincial and local levels.

Legislative Research - Reviews and interprets legislative text, regulations and policy proposals, and compares/contrasts with other laws or regulations; summarizes government policy proposals in context of business needs.

Education, Licenses, Certifications

College, university, or equivalent degree required.

Experience

Minimal relevant work experience required.

Building relationships within the government particularly the identified Ministries and including Industry Associations

Job GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

Primary Location India-Haryana-Gurgaon-India, Gurgaon, DBU and PGBU

Job Type Experienced - Exempt / Office

Recruitment Job Type Exempt - Experienced

Job Posting Nov 12, 2023, 1:30:00 PM

Unposting Date Ongoing

Organization Corporate

Role Category Hybrid - Potential for Partial Remote

Relocation Package Eligible

Req ID: 23000AAG

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