Federal Policy And Advocacy Associate Jobs

Experience or demonstrated interest in leading teams, cross-functional initiatives, and people management.

7-10 years’ experience in energy-focused policy or regulatory work

Excellent written and oral communications skills, including comfort speaking in front of groups and ability to present to senior executives.

Deep interest in energy storage and belief in its ability to drive a cleaner energy system.

Creative mind who has the ability to see ideas and possibilities that others miss.

Proven ability to work well with others, and to build coalitions outside of an organization to accomplish goals.

Demonstrated success in issue-based campaigns. Experience engaging governments and broad coalitions to build consensus on policy issues is a strong plus.

At least four years of policy, campaign, research, and other relevant experience (including internships).

Strong communication and facilitation skills

Strong writing and policy research skills

Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Ability to work collaboratively with a disbursed, remote team

Previous Administration or Capitol Hill experience or knowledge of Congressional processes

All other tools, materials and communication requirements for this project to be undertaken

Knowledge of key qualitative and quantitative resources related to US development policy

Demonstrated solid writing, editing, and researching skills

Solid computer skills: must be able to work effectively and accurately with MS Word, Excel, Google applications, and email.

IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS

Strong relationship management skills with the ability to build and manage relationships with key stakeholders including elected officials and regulatory agencies.

Manage relationships with elected officials and regulatory agencies.

Build partnerships and facilitate campaigns to protect and strengthen affordable homeownership and other opportunities that benefit traditionally underserved people.

Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels of government.

Proven experience in developing, advancing, and implementing policy strategies.

Experience in leading campaigns and building partnerships.

●Able to work independently and possesses strong organizational skills

●Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program or recently graduated

●Able to work in a fast paced environment, problem solve, and prioritize competing requests

●Attentive to detail and committed to delivering high-quality work products

●Able to collaborate and work with a diverse team

Examples of Technologies We Use:

Minimum Education and Experience Required

Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills and political acumen

Possesses strong organizational skills and can finalize products in a timely and accurate fashion

Understands the federal legislative and regulatory process relating to health insurance and managed care

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Analytical and conceptual thinking skills

Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of relevant work experience.

Experience working with Congress, including with key committees or policy and advocacy organizations.

Experience developing and cultivating relationships with federal officials, health care groups, and agencies.

Demonstrated skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse audiences.

Experience working as a Legislative Assistant.

Experience working on federal public policy related to older adults’ health, economic security, and community service needs.

Promote awareness of existing practice management resources through collaboration with our practice administrator colleagues.

Work with the AMA, CMS, private payers, and other otolaryngology specialty societies to achieve common goals and leverage resources.

Advocate for appropriate reimbursement and decreased administrative burdens for practicing otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeons.

Develop new materials, resources and tools to further educate members on evolving private payer and reimbursement issues.

Enhance and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with other specialty societies, third party payers, professionals and organizations as appropriate.

Lead discussions related to Academy’s CPT/RUC activities and facilitate preparation of physician leader presentations, including CPT application submissions.

Demonstrated skills and experience in working nurturing and maintaining relationships with a multiethnic constituents and community members, including coalition-building and management;

Strong organizational skills, including an ability to manage several projects at once and respond to tight timelines.

Proven skills in community organizing or engagement, leadership and relationship development, collaboration, and team building;

Research, analyze and monitor State, local, and Federal public policies with potential impact on refugee and immigrant communities;

Lead NAAPR’s strategic public policy planning;

Develop/create public policy and advocacy material, including fact sheets, media communication, e-newsletters, blogs, webinars, and trainings for internal and external audiences;

Collaboration is central to our work, and we strive to co-create knowledge and innovation for the field

Manage all components of a large grant, including tracking activities, managing the project budget, and writing reports and proposals.

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, political science or related field with seven (7) years of related experience.

Knowledge of federal early childhood funding streams and legislation, the state legislative process, grassroots, and grass tops advocacy and strategies.

Effective group consultation and meeting facilitation skills.

Ability to use data and analytical skills to proactively identify opportunities, set priorities and solve problems.

Extensive advocacy work and coalition building experience as a campaigner with lobbying and advocacy expertise

Experience reading and navigating the current political landscape

Demonstrated capacity and experience designing and launching national-level issue campaigns or similar strategic initiatives in political campaigns, lobbying, or labor organizing

Excellent writing and communication skills

Experience with corporate accountability and/or narrative strategy campaign design and execution

Depth of experience with government relations on Capitol Hill

Proficiency in virtual meeting/collaboration, project management, and survey software (e.g., Zoom, Teams, Asana, Survey Monkey)

Experienced in quantitative and qualitative data entry and data visualization

Create new tools and processes, where needed, to support successful project management

Quantitative and qualitative data entry and visualization

Bachelor’s Degree with 2-4 years experience in health policy preferred

Experience drafting policy and advocacy-focused fact sheets for legislators, legislative staff, and other policy stakeholders

Knowledge with health benefit plans and the insurance industry.

Bachelor or Associate degree OR 1 year of customer service experience.

Experience building trust with customers.

Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills, including motivational interviewing to interact with the members and physicians.

Attention to detail and strong documentation skills.

3 years of customer service experience in an insurance environment.

Assist in the management of fiscal operations including budget development and modifications, and tracking expenditures.

Engage in education, media, and communications strategy as needed.

Must have strong and polished interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

Creative, strategic, and analytical thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Demonstrated competence in both legal and policy research as well as strong writing skills.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience with a community-based organization.

Experience providing program coordination, development, and/or management.

Experience interpreting and analyzing program and/or policy requirements (regulations/standards in a health, human, or social, or educational setting)

Experience providing/developing early care and education programming (non-profit organizations, community-based organizations, regulated childcare, afterschool programs, and/or other organizations)

Experience developing and/or updating program policies and/or procedures

Experience conducting community outreach, coordinating stakeholder relationships, or handling external communications with a diverse array of stakeholders.

Experience working with tribal communities, such as childcare programs or tribal governments