Government and Stakeholder Relations Mgr

The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) is the world’s leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash—two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world. Our Headquarters is in Lithia, Florida with operations throughout North America (U.S./Canada) and South America.

The Government and Stakeholder Relations Manager will research and execute comprehensive policy, political, regulatory and stakeholder strategies at the local and state level that support and promote the mission and broad objectives of Mosaic and the phosphate industry. This person will identify, analyze and anticipate emerging public policy issues and trends; develop and execute government advocacy plans before a wide variety of external audiences to favorably position Mosaic in relation to emerging issues and enhance trust and goodwill towards the company and the phosphate sector. At the same time, this person will develop, direct and execute comprehensive policy and strategy related to stakeholder outreach and engagement through interaction and communication with critical organizations and communities; and in collaboration with colleagues at all levels of the business who have a vested interest in the success of strategic outcomes. On a daily basis this person will mitigate important issues with a variety of stakeholders.

What will you do?

• Government Relations and Political Plans – Identify, evaluate and understand emerging local and state  issues that impact Mosaic and engage strategically in public policy debate and advocacy. Proactively develop and advance Mosaic’s position to a wide range of stakeholders.. Conduct regular, targeted outreach to key contacts including the development of relationships with carefully selected community and non-profit organizations that have an impact. Serve as advisor to industry and trade organizations as needed and play an integral role in the political strategy and activities of the company at the state level. Foster and cultivate new and existing relationships that benefit and increase goodwill toward the company on the local and state level.

• Partnering with communications and our local public affairs teams assist with the execution of Mosaic’s stakeholder engagement strategy – Identify, assess and understand opportunities and challenges related to the advancement of Mosaic’s license to operate. Develop and activate internal government relations reports and plans to engage leaders on key issues and strategies.

• Work with the Mosaic’s Public Affairs team to develop and execute broad corporate strategies for influencing favorable perceptions with the general public and key constituents in the company’s core operating areas. Manage issues affecting multiple functional groups, which will include collaborating with and providing strategic public affairs counsel to leadership, developing multi-disciplinary public affairs and stakeholder engagement plans, and ensuring consistency and synchronicity in communications, government relations, stakeholder outreach and community relations. Work with members of the global Public Affairs team to identify significant policy trends and issues and help craft and deliver the Mosaic story in ways that increase support for operations and maintain license to operate. Research, develop and create internal and external communications with a focus on building a greater understanding among non-technical audiences who are integral to Mosaic’s continued operations in Florida. Engage in special projects as required.

• Developing, planning, coaching and managing 2+ direct reports to meet overall goals aligned to global Public Affairs and company priorities.

What do you need for this role?

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs, Political Science, Journalism or related field

• 8+ years of public affairs and government relations experience required

• 3+ years’ experience with strategic planning, including strategy development with measurable goals and outcomes

• 3+ years’ experience with project management, including preparing briefing documents, presentations and working with a variety of communications tools

• Experience managing people preferred

• Strong experience with stakeholder and government relations

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent presentation, facilitation and listening skills

• Ability to understand and communicate persuasively about highly technical issues employees, potential external allies and opponents, and the public at all levels

• Highly professional demeanor and must have diplomacy skills

• Positive and goal-oriented individual who exhibits uncompromising principles and a superior work ethic

• Ability to create effective partnerships at all levels of a highly-matrixed organization

• Strong business acumen

• Well-organized with superior follow-through

• Excellent problem solver with strong decision-making skills

• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills

What's in it for you: 

• A competitive base salary + bonus incentives  

• 11 paid holidays each year 

• A generous 401k with a company match and annual company contribution

• Paid sick leave  

• Paid vacation time 

• A robust benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, life & disability  

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid Paternity/Maternity Leave
   

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