The Manager of Government Affairs is a full time position reporting directly to the Executive Director, Global Government Affairs in New York.

The Manager will assist global management in formulating U.S. Government Affairs strategies and positions to:
(a) counter adverse legislative developments and
(b) pro-actively propose / support helpful legislation, and create a network of resources to monitor and obtain information early in the process on proposed legislative activities.  This includes all legislation that could affect Avon (including legislation aimed at direct selling, CFT products and corporate governance), including working with trade associations and other companies' government affairs personnel on issues of common interest.
The goals are to preserve Avon's ability to conduct its business in a manner consistent with its desired method of operations, and to provide guidance to Avon's North America Management and government affairs personnel to ensure:

o Protection and preservation of independent contractor status,
o Legitimacy of multi-level marketing in all jurisdictions,
o Open/flexible direct selling channel,
o Minimization of tax liability (including customs' duties), and
o Timely opening / expansion of new markets or existing markets.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required.
- Advanced degree in political science, communications or business discipline preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of related governmental and political experience.
- Understanding of political and lobbying processes in the U.S. at both state and federal levels

How to Apply: www.avoncareers.com, requisition number NEW000E7