Director of Federal & Diplomatic Relations

Leads federal advocacy efforts focused on sustainability, environmental policy, and community engagement to support The Coca-Cola Company's long-term business strategy and reputation. Provides strategic guidance on sustainability policy and related political strategy, while cultivating relationships with key government and non-government stakeholders. Individual contributor who operates with a high degree of independence and expertise in complex policy environments.

The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as Director of Diplomatic and Federal Relations with a focus on sustainability, environmental policy, and community engagement. This role will be part of a high-performing team of public policy and government relations professionals, supported by external consultants, to advance Coca-Cola's sustainability agenda and federal political strategy in Washington, D.C.

The Director will engage with the executive branch, Congress, and federal agencies, as well as non-governmental organizations, advocacy groups, and community stakeholders. Key policy areas include climate and environmental sustainability, circular economy, water stewardship, packaging and recycling, and community development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute federal lobbying strategies that advance Coca-Cola's sustainability and environmental goals.
• Lead engagement with federal policymakers and agencies on sustainability-related legislation and regulation.
• Provide strategic counsel on federal political strategy, including PACS engagement and compliance with lobbying disclosure requirements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on federal sustainability policy for internal stakeholders, including bottling partners, sustainability teams, and regulatory affairs teams.
• Collaborate with the Strategic Communications and Political Strategy & Advocacy teams to shape and amplify Coca-Cola's sustainability narrative in Washington, D.C.
• Build and maintain coalitions with trade associations, NGOs, and community-based organizations to support shared policy objectives.
• Partner with the Stakeholder & Social Impact and Public Policy teams to align on messaging and engagement strategies with national policy influencers and community leaders.
• Support the development of thought leadership platforms that elevate Coca-Cola's role in advancing sustainable communities.

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required; degree in public policy, environmental studies, or related field preferred.
• 7-10 years of experience in federal government and/or government affairs, with a strong focus on sustainability and environmental policy.
• Strong strategic thinking, communication, and coalition-building skills.
• Demonstrated success in building relationships on Capitol Hill and with federal agencies.
• Experience working with or within environmental NGOs, trade associations, or community-based organizations is a plus.

Work Focus:

• Drive Coca-Cola's sustainability and community engagement agenda at the federal level.
• Monitor and influence federal policy developments related to environmental sustainability and community initiatives.
• Translate complex policy issues into actionable strategies that support business and societal impact.

Communication Focus:

• Serve as a lead communicator with federal stakeholders on sustainability and community issues.
• Align internal and external messaging to ensure consistency and impact.
• Represent Coca-Cola in public forums, policy roundtables, and advocacy coalitions.

What We Can Do For You

• Iconic & Innovative Brands: Our portfolio represents over 250 products with some of the most popular brands in the world, including Coca-Cola, Simply, Fairlife & Topo Chico.
• Expansive & Diverse Customers: We work with a diversified group of customers which range from retail & grocery outlets, theme parks, movie theatres, restaurants, and many more each day.

The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.