A senior level role that will report to the Vice President of Government and
Community Relations.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
development of federal government relations strategy; building relationships
with key individuals in Congress and the Administration and the implementation
of policies that could influence the growth and competitiveness of Walgreens;
provide vision, leadership, and direction for federal public policy development
and federal government relations; communication with contract lobbyists,
legislators, Congressional staff members, interest groups, trade associations
and federal agencies to convey the company positions on issues; track and
monitor legislation and pending legislation based on input from appropriate
internal departments and business units; proactively identify and communicate
legislative issues and trends that impact the company operations and concerns;
writing memos and preparing briefing materials; monitoring hearings; drafting
grassroots messaging and monitoring results; effectively coordinate activities
to ensure that issues are communicated quickly and accurately to appropriate
internal personnel; Leads, mentors, and manages staff; Supports succession
planning and talent development of organization; engages in political activity
representing Walgreen Co. as approved by management.
Qualifications: B.A./B.S required, JD or Master's degree desired; have a
minimum of 10 years experience in federal government relations including a
previous history that includes working on Capitol Hill for a minimum of 5 years;
health care related committee experience is preferred; working knowledge of
pharmacy issues, Medicaid, Medicare and health care; working understanding of
the federal legislative processes, as well as strong oral and written
communication skills; strong organization skills; ability to multitask varied
legislative issues and meet extremely tight deadlines; outstanding attention to
detail and follow-through; analytical and creative thinker, self-starter.
10-20% travel may be required.
Contact: Jennifer.Meechan@walgreens.com
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 02/03/10
