Vice President Of Communications

Better Medicare Alliance (BMA), a Washington based non-profit that advocates for Medicare Advantage on behalf of a coalition of stakeholder organizations and beneficiaries, is seeking a Vice President of Communications to lead the communications function of the organization. The Vice President of Communications will work closely with the President & CEO and Chief of Staff to develop and implement annual strategic plans for communications that advance understanding and support for Medicare Advantage.

The Vice President of Communications will engage directly with members of the media, consultants, and staff of various stakeholder groups and policymakers on a proactive communications and media relations strategy aimed at enhancing the understanding of Medicare Advantage and building BMA’s visibility, credibility, and reputation. They will be responsible for all communications activities, from press statements, and social media, to promotion of the organization’s materials and planning and overseeing public-facing events, including the annual BMA Medicare Advantage Summit.

Media Relations Responsibilities:

• Communicates directly with media and key communications officials and stakeholders, proactively and reactively.
• Develops and executes organization’s communications plans and a wide range of strategic communications campaigns around BMA’s health policy issues for multiple audiences.
• Build and maintain relationships with relevant reporters and members of the
• Supports BMA staff in advancing and amplifying their work through design, promotion, and other
• Manages a communications team and

Public Events Responsibilities:

• Proactively enhances BMA brand reputation and leadership profile, managing the rollout of public-facing materials, including blog posts, policy briefs, research reports, e-newsletters and other communications tools.
• Develops and manages the BMA Medicare Advantage Summit, including but not limited to the planning, production, agenda, speakers, and paid sponsorship with the support of
• Manages design, content, posting and updating of BMA websites, with the support of
• Prepares well-written, timely deliverables, including press statements/releases, op-eds, talking points, blogs, and speeches.
• Develop and manage public media events, including managing the President & CEO’s speaking
• Keeps President & CEO and all of BMA staff current on public information, press activities and current trends on Medicare and Medicare Advantage.

Advocacy Campaigns Responsibilities:

• Develops and manages large and small-scale strategic media campaigns and projects that require coordination across internal and external teams.
• Provides communications support for advocacy

• A./B.S. required. Master’s degree desirable.
• Understanding of media cycles, ability to effectively use media data, and ability to build relationships with media outlets.
• Collaborative, team player, with the ability to work independently, set priorities and meet
• Background in health policy issues, including a basic understanding of Medicare
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including an ability to explain complex
• 4-7 years of Capitol Hill, political campaign, trade association, communications, consulting, legislative and/or health care alliance management experience.
• Experience with social media and digital
• Able to write creatively and
• Proven track record designing and executing advocacy and media campaigns, including working with and through agencies or consultants.
• Independent, self-starter with collaborative

BMA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. This position is in Washington, DC, with BMA following a hybrid work schedule. Please send resume, references, and applicable writing samples to [email protected].