Community Engagement Partner

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Establish and nurture relationships with county partners, community organizations, and local stakeholders.

• Act as a representative for Medica at community meetings, events, and outreach initiatives.

• Effectively communicate Medica's programs, services, care options, and member-oriented initiatives.

• Collect feedback on community needs, concerns, and emerging trends.

• Assist in communication efforts concerning regulatory or product updates.

• Customize engagement messages to suit community contexts and priorities.

• Organize community events, stakeholder meetings, and outreach initiatives.

• Provide support for logistics, planning, and communication related to engagement activities.

• Record outcomes and insights to guide future engagement strategies.

• Assist in stakeholder engagement within current and expanding service areas under the guidance of senior staff.

• Compile and organize partner information for readiness assessments.

• Communicate local needs and observations pertinent to expansion planning.

• Collaborate with internal partners to ensure alignment of activities with program, regulatory, and operational standards.

• Share insights and updates with colleagues, contributing to ongoing improvement efforts.

• Address internal inquiries regarding local community dynamics.

• Adhere to established team procedures and propose enhancements.

• Undertake other duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in county relations, public health, social services, community outreach, or advocacy.

• Must reside in the Minneapolis / St. Paul, MN metro area and surrounding suburbs.

• Willingness to travel throughout the Minnesota regional area, including evenings and weekends, as well as indoor/outdoor venues in all weather conditions.

• Capability to sit and stand for extended periods.

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

• Access to a reliable vehicle is required.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application; no work visa sponsorship available.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster long-lasting relationships.

• Excellent public speaking and presentation abilities.

• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

• Cultural competency and proficiency in engaging with diverse populations.

• Organized and detail-oriented with exceptional multitasking skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint) and virtual platforms (WebEx, Zoom).

• Understanding of Healthy Communities principles and community health dynamics.

• Preferred: 2+ years of experience in relationship management with providers, counties, and community health organizations.

• Preferred: Solid understanding of healthcare and managed care, including Medicaid and Medicare.

• Preferred: Previous experience in the healthcare sector.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Holidays observed.

• Paid volunteer time off.

• 401K contributions available.

• Caregiver services provided.

• Reimbursement for mileage, parking, and travel expenses.

• Numerous additional benefits to support employees.