KBR Careers · 2 months ago
Executive Branch Affairs Vice President
Arlington, Virginia
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expKBR is a company focused on government relations and public policy, seeking an Executive Branch Affairs Vice President. This senior leader will develop and manage relationships with U.S. government executive branch agencies, driving KBR's engagement strategy and influencing policy outcomes to support the company's growth.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as KBR’s primary liaison to executive branch organizations, ensuring proactive engagement and advocacy for KBR’s interests
Build and sustain high-impact relationships with senior officials across federal agencies, the White House, and key regulatory bodies
Coordinate with trade associations, think tanks, community partners, and advocacy organizations to advance KBR’s priorities and reputation
Work in partnership with Legislative Affairs Vice President to ensure consistent messaging across US government customers
Represent KBR at industry events, executive branch meetings, and special forums
Lead a robust campaign to align U.S. Government executive branch leadership perception of KBR to a compelling, consistent narrative
Develop and execute advocacy campaigns to support KBR’s business goals
Support visits by company leaders to government offices and facilitate government officials’ visits to KBR facilities
Create and execute effective processes to engage business leadership across KBR MTS, objectives into executive branch strategies and aligning internal customer messaging to achieve maximum impact
Provide regular updates and strategic guidance to KBR’s executive leadership on government relations activities, emerging risks, and opportunities
Maximize the effectiveness of KBR’s suppliers, industry groups, and external consultants in advancing company priorities
Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in government relations activities
Qualification
Required
Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in government relations, public policy, or executive branch affairs, preferably within the defense or government services sector, and including at least 3 years of experience in industry roles
Deep understanding of U.S. government budget policy, acquisition and procurement cycles, and executive branch cultures and key players
Proven track record of influencing policy, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and driving business outcomes in a government context
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in public policy, law, business, or related field preferred
U.S. citizenship and TS security clearance (with SCI eligibility) required
Preferred
Advanced degree in public policy, law, business, or related field preferred
Company
KBR Careers
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Becky Sewell
Chief Training Officer (CTO)
Dana Dorsey
Sr. VP, Chief Financial Officer
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