Global Government Affairs Director for Chemicals & Plastics
Dow, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 .**About you and this role**
**Dow**has an exciting opportunity for a **Global Government Affairs Director for Chemicals & Plastics**! In this role, you will lead Dow’s global advocacy strategy in intergovernmental fora—such as the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)—on chemicals and plastics policy. This role is pivotal in shaping global regulatory frameworks and advancing Dow’s enterprise objectives in sustainability, circularity, and responsible chemical management.
You should have in-depth knowledge of and an advanced level of expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques, and/or technologies within your discipline. You will influence internal and external business and/or regulatory issues that have an impact on the business. Additionally, you will lead highly visible, multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives and will need to be able to negotiate with senior management, customers, regulators, or vendors to influence decisions.
As a recognized external authority and thought leader, you will influence global policy and regulatory frameworks with high-impact on industry and Dow’s business and regulatory issues, lead multidisciplinary teams, and engage with senior stakeholders across governments, IGOs, NGOs, and industry associations. Your expertise will guide Dow’s position in global negotiations and policy development, ensuring alignment with business priorities and long-term growth. The preferred locations for this position are **Washington, D.C. (USA)**,**Brussels (BEL)**, or **Horgen (CHE),**however other global Dow locations may be considered.
**Responsibilities**
**Required Qualifications** A minimum of a bachelor's degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking. A minimum of 12 years of public policy experience.Experience in chemicals and plastics policy engagement such as the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA), Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) or Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions, and sustainability or circularity sectors.**For U.S. Applicants:** A minimum requirement for this position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process. **Preferred Qualifications** Public sector experience.Government advocacy and/or trade association experience. lobal advocacy in intergovernmental fora experience.**Your Skills** Leadership: Exceptional leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. Collaboration: Ability to manage tight deadlines while collaborating with a large number of stakeholders. Analytical Reasoning: Analytical skills and statistical reasoning are necessary. Government Advocacy: Proven skills in government advocacy, executive coaching, people leadership, budget management, and overall knowledge of industry.For positions based in Washington D.C., Dow is required by law to include the pay scale that is reasonably expected to represent the pay range for the position. This pay * Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.* Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.* Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
+ Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).* Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
+ Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.* Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.* Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.* Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.* Competitive yearly vacation allowance.* Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).* Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.* Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.* Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.* On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).* Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.* Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
+ Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
+ Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
+ Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location) #J-18808-Ljbffr
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 .**About you and this role**
**Dow**has an exciting opportunity for a **Global Government Affairs Director for Chemicals & Plastics**! In this role, you will lead Dow’s global advocacy strategy in intergovernmental fora—such as the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)—on chemicals and plastics policy. This role is pivotal in shaping global regulatory frameworks and advancing Dow’s enterprise objectives in sustainability, circularity, and responsible chemical management.
You should have in-depth knowledge of and an advanced level of expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques, and/or technologies within your discipline. You will influence internal and external business and/or regulatory issues that have an impact on the business. Additionally, you will lead highly visible, multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives and will need to be able to negotiate with senior management, customers, regulators, or vendors to influence decisions.
As a recognized external authority and thought leader, you will influence global policy and regulatory frameworks with high-impact on industry and Dow’s business and regulatory issues, lead multidisciplinary teams, and engage with senior stakeholders across governments, IGOs, NGOs, and industry associations. Your expertise will guide Dow’s position in global negotiations and policy development, ensuring alignment with business priorities and long-term growth. The preferred locations for this position are **Washington, D.C. (USA)**,**Brussels (BEL)**, or **Horgen (CHE),**however other global Dow locations may be considered.
**Responsibilities**
**Required Qualifications** A minimum of a bachelor's degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking. A minimum of 12 years of public policy experience.Experience in chemicals and plastics policy engagement such as the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA), Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) or Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions, and sustainability or circularity sectors.**For U.S. Applicants:** A minimum requirement for this position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process. **Preferred Qualifications** Public sector experience.Government advocacy and/or trade association experience. lobal advocacy in intergovernmental fora experience.**Your Skills** Leadership: Exceptional leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. Collaboration: Ability to manage tight deadlines while collaborating with a large number of stakeholders. Analytical Reasoning: Analytical skills and statistical reasoning are necessary. Government Advocacy: Proven skills in government advocacy, executive coaching, people leadership, budget management, and overall knowledge of industry.For positions based in Washington D.C., Dow is required by law to include the pay scale that is reasonably expected to represent the pay range for the position. This pay * Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.* Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.* Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
+ Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).* Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
+ Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.* Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.* Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.* Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.* Competitive yearly vacation allowance.* Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).* Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.* Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.* Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.* On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).* Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.* Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
+ Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
+ Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
+ Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location) #J-18808-Ljbffr