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PURPOSE AND SCOPE: This role assists in the development, coordination, and implementation of grassroots activities and PAC for Fresenius Medical Care employees, in coordination with Government Affairs, to further advance the company's mission and grow employee advocacy. The individual will act on legislative, regulatory, and fundraising initiatives identified by the Fresenius Medical Care Government Affairs team to achieve desired outcomes. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing the grassroots advocacy programs to further support legislative and regulatory initiatives by recruiting and training employee advocates, coordinating strategic grassroots campaigns, administering strategies for advocacy, monitoring and tracking advocacy campaigns, and assembling and tracking budget expenses. This individual will work collaboratively with the Federal and State teams, and Communications to support opportunities for member participation, plan and execute events and meetings, assist with fundraising, political activities, member recruitment, and membership support. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in the establishment of a grassroots advocacy presence Assist in the development and implementation of strategic and tactical plans to conduct legislative and/or regulatory campaigns Build relationships with coalitions and national associations to ensure coordinated efforts Activate and involve members at the grassroots level on advocacy efforts, including, but not limited to clinic tours Provide timely updates to relevant stakeholders Work with the Policy team to prepare legislative briefing papers and primers for use by members at the grassroots level Support the administrative operations of the PAC Work with team to maximize PAC disbursements and candidate events Supports compliance with Federal lobbying disclosure requirements where applicable Supports the fundraising efforts of the PAC Developing professional expertise; applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Normally receives general work instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. Work is reviewed for soundness. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situation or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Builds productive working relationships. May refer to senior level staff for assistance with higher level problems that may arise. Escalates issues to supervisor/manager for resolution, as deemed necessary. Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations. Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor. Other duties as assigned. Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. SUPERVISION: Reports to the Senior Director, Government Affairs No direct reports EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree required EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: 2 - 5 years' related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent directly related work experience. Lobbying and health care policy background (Hill, federal agency, or with corporate/trade association's government affairs office). Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders in Washington, D.C., corporate headquarters, clinic employees, patients, trade associations, and other parties as required Willingness to provide administrative support for wide-ranging projects including, but not limited to, political programs, research projects, grassroots and other items as assigned Ability to exercise considerable discretion and independent judgment when making decisions and interacting with stakeholders Ability to analyze complex information and communicate effectively Must have a detailed knowledge of organization Ability to drive processes forward in timely, compliant manner Willingness and initiative to take on new projects Proficient use of Microsoft Office and forward-leaning office technology EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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