Description
Influence the organisations and individuals involved in the process of making or changing legislation and laws in order to obtain a desired result, by identifying which parties would be best to contact and using persuasive methods to influence their actions and decisions.
Alternative labels
pressure law makers
dominate legislators
dominate law makers
control law makers
control legislators
pressure legislators
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Influence legislators is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Public affairs consultant: Public affairs consultants function as representatives for a client’s goal. They attempt to persuade legislative bodies and policy makers to implement laws or regulation in accordance with the client’s wishes, and negotiate with parties with potentially conflicting interests. They perform analytical and research duties in order to ensure that the client’s cause is being addressed in an appropriate way to the appropriate parties. They also consult their clients on their causes and policies.
Optional skill
Influence legislators is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Special-interest groups’ official: Special-interest groups’ officials represent and act on behalf of special-interest groups such as trade unions, employer organisations, trade and industry associations, sports associations and humanitarian organisations. They develop policies and ensure their implementation. Special-interest groups’ officials speak for their members in negotiations about topics such as working conditions and safety.
References
- Influence legislators – ESCO
