Government Affairs Communications Manager

With a career on the Ford Communications team, you can bring the message of our exciting innovations to the world!  You’ll help build and protect our global reputation as well as enhance stakeholders’ affinity for Ford and our vision to become the world’s most trusted mobility company.  You’ll be part of a dedicated organization delivering best-in-class, high-impact communications programs that support our innovations, industry leadership and commitment to social responsibility.  If you’re a strategically creative, enthusiastic communications professional, consider joining our agile organization as we continuously adapt to our fast-changing global environment through effective communications.

Ford is in the midst of revolutionizing itself and the global auto industry according to the customer-focused Ford+ plan for growth and value creation.  The plan acknowledges and embraces the “double transformation” that’s upending the industry, comprising new digital and software-based product and service capabilities together with zero-emission – today, principally electric – vehicles.

 

The role is hybrid out of Washington, DC, relocation package available. 

Main responsibilities will be… 

• Define, develop, and manage strategic communications initiatives.
• Enhance awareness, understanding, and support of Ford+ with federal, state, and local policymakers, journalists, trade associations, and thought leaders.
• Serve as the primary communications advisor to Ford’s Government Affairs and Policy leaders, offering relevant insights and guidance to the broader Ford Communications team.
• Safeguard and bolster Ford’s reputation and future to the benefit of all stakeholders, influencing discourse, policy, and legislation.
• Strategically plan and collaborate with colleagues in Government Affairs and Communications across Ford on various topics, including Supply Chain, Trade, Economy, Emissions, Manufacturing, Sustainability, National Security, Data Privacy, and New Technologies (EVs, Autonomy, etc.).

What you'll do…

• Acquire, sustain, and apply/convey working knowledge of customer experiences, new technologies (EVs, digital platforms, software), and operational excellence (costs, quality).
• Develop and manage initiatives that bring Ford’s story to life for reporters and government stakeholders.
• Leverage well-established media and stakeholder relationships, social media, and nontraditional communications channels, including serving as an on-point company spokesperson.
• Lead and maintain a strategic storytelling calendar.
• Select, manage, guide, and efficiently deploy the capabilities and insights of communications agencies.

 

You'll have... 

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, political science, public affairs, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in political communications, focusing on strategic advocacy and media relations. This experience should be gained in one or more of the following settings: corporate communications, senior elected official's office, government agency, public relations agency, trade association, or reporting on these organizations for a top-tier media outlet.

 

Even better, you may have...

• Knowledge of federal rulemaking and congressional processes.
• Strong business and political acumen; be a strategic thinker, creative, collaborative, and have a high standard of excellence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to foster a culture of belonging and creative excellence.
• Human-centered decision-making ability.
• Passion, enthusiasm, a can-do attitude, and a sense of urgency in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong judgment and relationship skills.
• Superior problem-solving, decision-making, and project management skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and consistency.

 

 

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage

• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more

• Family buildi