External Affairs Advisor

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

📋 Description

• Act as the organization's representative at various stakeholder meetings, coalitions, government sessions, and other forums on behalf of senior leadership.

• Coordinate local, county, state, and federal government relations and legislative initiatives in collaboration with the CEO and Chief Policy and External Affairs Officer.

• Contribute to the development and execution of the external relations strategy.

• Monitor legislative and political developments to inform engagement strategies.

• Prepare leadership for meetings and align organizational policy stances with the Leadership and the Board.

• Develop talking points, stakeholder profiles, meeting briefs, issue summaries, presentations, and recommendations for executives.

• Serve as the staff lead and facilitator for the organization’s Board Advisory Group.

• Sustain existing relationships and forge new partnerships to promote strategic objectives and policy priorities.

• Monitor the growth and impact of partnerships.

• Utilize insights and needs from external stakeholders to inform strategic communications and public messaging.

• Provide assistance and guidance to the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Directors, and relevant committees.

• Represent government relations during monthly internal leadership gatherings.

• Analyze both quantitative and qualitative data to guide organizational strategic decisions.

• Execute other related tasks as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a resident of Colorado.

• A Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, public health, health policy, political science, social science, or a related discipline is required.

• A minimum of 5 years of pertinent work experience.

• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement.

• In-depth knowledge and comprehension of key aspects of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and health insurance exchanges.

• Familiarity with Connect for Health Colorado’s stakeholder organizations.

• Outstanding interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication abilities (both verbal and written).

• Proven track record of successful facilitation, collaboration, and coordination of key stakeholder discussions.

• Capacity to think strategically and creatively while applying sound business judgment and quantitative analytics.

• Experience and confidence in public speaking and presenting to large audiences.

• Ability to manage diverse perspectives from both internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong project management capabilities, including overseeing multiple complex projects with competing deadlines.

• Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including weekends and evening events.

• A background check may be a prerequisite for employment.

🏝️ Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan.

• Paid time off.

• Short-term disability coverage.

• Long-term disability insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Flexible work schedule.

• Remote work options.

• Comprehensive benefits package with various offerings to customize coverage to individual needs.