Health Policy and Government Relations Partner

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

📋 Description

• Monitor, interpret, and foresee legislative and regulatory developments that impact healthcare delivery and the organization’s strategic direction.

• Supervise the analysis of proposed policies and regulations, delivering strategic evaluations and actionable recommendations to the executive team.

• Guide the formulation of evidence-based policy positions and advocacy strategies.

• Lead the drafting and presentation of policy briefs, executive reports, and official testimonies.

• Assess and communicate the effects of health policies on the organization and its stakeholders.

• Represent the organization in industry associations, coalitions, and policy discussions.

• Collaborate with executive leadership to align advocacy objectives with organization-wide strategies.

• Design and manage multi-year advocacy and policy initiatives.

• Counsel senior leaders on emerging socio-economic and policy trends.

• Provide executive oversight for advocacy and government relations activities to ensure legal, regulatory, and ethical compliance.

• Act as the principal advisor on intricate compliance issues related to policy formulation and external engagement.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Economics, or a related field (required).

• 7+ years of substantial experience in health policy (required).

• Comprehensive understanding of government relations and long-term policy and program planning.

• Familiarity with state and federal legislative and executive processes, key stakeholders, and regional legislative/regulatory frameworks.

• Experience in policy research and coalition development.

• Proficiency in third-party engagement and public opinion analysis.

• Strong strategic thinking, planning, and implementation skills.

• Project management abilities from inception to completion, with a keen attention to detail.

• Flexibility to adapt to changes in the external environment and shifting organizational priorities.

• Capability to foster relationships, maintain credibility, and influence external stakeholders.

• Effectiveness in collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Persuasive communication skills with the ability to influence and engage others.

• Skills in constructive conflict resolution and managing challenging conversations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive pay.

• Incentives.

• Referral bonuses.

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions (when eligible).

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.

• HSA/FSA options available.

• Life insurance.

• Access to mental health resources and discounts.

• Paid time off.

• Parental and FMLA leave.

• Short- and long-term disability coverage.

• Backup care for children and elderly family members.

• Tuition assistance.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Support for continuing education.