Government Relations Specialist

About PMI: With more than 265,000 members in 174 countries, the Project Management Institute, Inc. (PMI) is the leading membership association for the project management profession and the largest association dedicated to project management in the world. As the leading advocate for the profession, PMI is actively engaged in setting professional standards, providing a professional career path for project managers and maintaining a family of professional credentials: Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM^®), Project Management Professional (PMP^®), Program Management Professional (PgMP)^® and PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)^SM. The PMP, held by more than 275,000 project managers worldwide, is the only project management credential that is globally transferable.

PMI provides members with access to the knowledge, skills, educational support and networking opportunities needed to drive business results through project management, program management and portfolio management. The Institute is highly regarded for its extensive research capabilities and its program to accredit colleges and universities and Registered Education Providers to teach PMI approved project management courses. PMI was founded in 1969. Please visit PMI.org for more information.

PMI is seeking an experienced professional to develop and maintain PMI's relationships with U.S. federal governmental entities to expand the incorporation of project management practices within organizations that deploy project management. Serve as a link and resource in bridging effective relationships and strategic alliances between PMI departments and U.S. federal government entities.

Create and cultivate alignment and development of relationships with U.S. federal government to assure market understanding, customer satisfaction and mutually beneficial relationships that progress the profession overall, and support the expansion and enhancement of the body of knowledge. Promote advocacy, outreach, and advancement of the strategic plan through development and implementation of integration strategies for project management in federal government entities. Assure market penetration, progress, and positive development of programs, products and services aligned with organization and operational strategy. Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of a detailed administration plan, budget and schedule for the operation of PMI's U.S. federal government relations program to increase PMI's influence within the U.S. federal government sector. May include strategic alliances between PMI and organizations; the alignment of organizations with PMI's standards and certification; and PMI's representation in discussions, forums and activities related to project management practices within organizations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, communications, or other relevant field. Master of Business Administration or related degree strongly preferred.
At least five years of progressively responsible experience in government relations, public affairs, or outreach and advocacy with demonstrated results in broadening markets; research and development; relationship building and related business development activities.
Strong relationship management skills, including the ability to work with individuals in prominent and influential positions across diverse sectors and cultures.
Strong listening and data collection skills.
Proven planning and prioritization skills in building and implementing long-range and long-term actions and relationships.
Ability to successfully manage multiple, concurrent tasks, as well as prioritize actions as relationship opportunities evolve.
Strong problem-solving ability and sound business judgment in assessing multiple competing opportunities.
Event planning experience. Experience and self-reliance to perform and coordinate associated administrative activities and processes.
Ability to see the big picture and develop long range strategies while attending to details.
Knowledge, experience, and ability to travel domestically, including weekends and/or holidays. Must be available to travel; 10- 20% with trips of up to one week in duration.

Benefits

*100% paid employee benefit coverage (medical, dental, vision, and prescription)
*Up to 20 Paid Days Off (4 weeks) per year to start
*+ 9 Paid holidays
*Reimbursements: Tuition, Seminar and Professional Membership Dues

*Employee Assistance Program
*Service Recognition Awards Program
*401k with company match up to 7%

*Professional Development
*Flex time
*Business casual, friendly environment, just to name a few.
ALL BENEFITS ARE EFFECTIVE THE FIRST OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING YOUR HIRE DATE.

Send salary history and resume to:

Project Management Institute

Attn: HR-GOVT-REL-SPCLST-DC

14 Campus Blvd., Newtown Square, PA 19073

E-mail: mailto:employment@pmi.org?subject=Government%20Relations%20Specialist%20-%20Washington%20D.C.

Please send resumes as MS Word attachments only. No Phone Calls please. EOE.

SOURCE: ONLINE JOB WEBSITE 3/19/09
TO VIEW THE ORIGINAL JOB OPENING PLEASE CLICK HERE


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	About PMI: With more than 265,000 members in 174 countries, the Project Management Institute, Inc. (PMI) is the leading membership association for the project management profession and the largest association dedicated to project management in the world. As the leading advocate for the profession, PMI is actively engaged in setting professional standards, providing a professional career path for project managers and maintaining a family of professional credentials: Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM^®), Project Management Professional (PMP^®), Program Management Professional (PgMP)^® and PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)^SM. The PMP, held by more than 275,000 project managers worldwide, is the only project management credential that is globally transferable. PMI provides members with access to the knowledge, skills, educational support and networking opportunities needed to drive business results through project management, program management and portfolio management. The Institute is highly regarded for its extensive research capabilities and its program to accredit colleges and universities and Registered Education Providers to teach PMI approved project management courses. PMI was founded in 1969. Please visit PMI.org for more information. PMI is seeking an experienced professional to develop and maintain PMI's relationships with U.S. federal governmental entities to expand the incorporation of project management practices within organizations that deploy project management. Serve as a link and resource in bridging effective relationships and strategic alliances between PMI departments and U.S. federal government entities. Create and cultivate alignment and development of relationships with U.S. federal government to assure market understanding, customer satisfaction and mutually beneficial relationships that progress the profession overall, and support the expansion and enhancement of the body of knowledge. Promote advocacy, outreach, and advancement of the strategic plan through development and implementation of integration strategies for project management in federal government entities. Assure market penetration, progress, and positive development of programs, products and services aligned with organization and operational strategy. Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of a detailed administration plan, budget and schedule for the operation of PMI's U.S. federal government relations program to increase PMI's influence within the U.S. federal government sector. May include strategic alliances between PMI and organizations; the alignment of organizations with PMI's standards and certification; and PMI's representation in discussions, forums and activities related to project management practices within organizations. Requirements Bachelor's degree in business, communications, or other relevant field. Master of Business Administration or related degree strongly preferred. At least five years of progressively responsible experience in government relations, public affairs, or outreach and advocacy with demonstrated results in broadening markets; research and development; relationship building and related business development activities. Strong relationship management skills, including the ability to work with individuals in prominent and influential positions across diverse sectors and cultures. Strong listening and data collection skills. Proven planning and prioritization skills in building and implementing long-range and long-term actions and relationships. Ability to successfully manage multiple, concurrent tasks, as well as prioritize actions as relationship opportunities evolve. Strong problem-solving ability and sound business judgment in assessing multiple competing opportunities. Event planning experience. Experience and self-reliance to perform and coordinate associated administrative activities and processes. Ability to see the big picture and develop long range strategies while attending to details. Knowledge, experience, and ability to travel domestically, including weekends and/or holidays. Must be available to travel; 10- 20% with trips of up to one week in duration. Benefits 100% paid employee benefit coverage (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) Up to 20 Paid Days Off (4 weeks) per year to start + 9 Paid holidays Reimbursements: Tuition, Seminar and Professional Membership Dues Employee Assistance Program Service Recognition Awards Program 401k with company match up to 7% Professional Development Flex time Business casual, friendly environment, just to name a few. ALL BENEFITS ARE EFFECTIVE THE FIRST OF THE MONTH FOLLOWING YOUR HIRE DATE. Send salary history and resume to: Project Management Institute Attn: HR-GOVT-REL-SPCLST-DC 14 Campus Blvd., Newtown Square, PA 19073 E-mail: mailto:employment@pmi.org?subject=Government%20Relations%20Specialist%20-%20Washington%20D.C. Please send resumes as MS Word attachments only. No Phone Calls please. EOE. SOURCE: ONLINE JOB WEBSITE 3/19/09 TO VIEW THE ORIGINAL JOB OPENING PLEASE CLICK HERE	Newest Members EZCORP Inc. Bristol-Myers Squibb See3 Communications GlaxoSmithKline Advocacy Associates National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) Manufacturer & Business Association eOutreach Smithfield Foods Click here for our full member directory.
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