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Role Description

The Government Affairs Manager ("GAM") position is a high-growth role on the Government Affairs team, reporting directly to the Vice President of Government Affairs. This role supports Elusys’ global Government Affairs strategy and portfolio, including:

• Direct lobbying on biodefense and preparedness-related issues
• Advocacy on federal appropriations and authorization efforts
• Policy development and public affairs
• Global policy issues

The GAM will also:

• Help develop think-tank style policy papers
• Support external 501(c)4 programs
• Drive integrated strategies that strengthen Elusys’ impact within the national and international biodefense landscape
• Support the Business Development department in negotiating key government procurement transactions and strategic business partnerships
• Coordinate closely with the Operations Team

The GAM will guide day-to-day execution of Elusys’ Government Affairs strategy and coordinate with other team members, providing support for hired contract lobbyists and industry advocacy coalitions. This role will represent Elusys in high-visibility forums that strengthen the company’s strategic presence and advance health security, biodefense, and preparedness policy interests.

The successful candidate is a proactive, solutions-oriented leader with strong communication skills and a track record of navigating complex policy environments. This individual thrives under tight timelines, adapts quickly, and consistently drives strategies that advance corporate priorities and long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; majors in political science, business, finance, or related fields strongly preferred
• Minimum 1-4 years of experience working on Capitol Hill in a staff assistant, legislative aide/correspondent or comparable experience in lobbying
• Preferable experience navigating healthcare, defense, or appropriations issues
• Demonstrated understanding of navigating complex legislative, political, and regulatory environments
• Personal interest in defense or healthcare issues
• Exceptional ability to build strategic bipartisan relationships
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to motivate cross-functional teams
• Outstanding communication skills, including extraordinary written, verbal, and presentation abilities
• Highly self-directed and a strategic thinker

Requirements

• Must be based in the Washington D.C. area
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Travel: up to 20% (not including local, Washington D.C. travel)