Government Affairs and Policy Leader

5 days ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States National Alliance for Caregiving Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Government Affairs and Policy professional to lead our policy initiatives at the intersection of aging, healthcare, and long-term services and supports.

As Vice President, Government Affairs & Policy, you will drive the development and implementation of policy priorities that advance our mission while anticipating emerging issues and opportunities for impact. You will coordinate input from internal team members and external stakeholders and consultants, and serve as an external expert on our policy priorities through public speaking, thought leadership, etc.

The role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and an interest in addressing the challenges faced by family caregivers. This position reports to the Chief External Affairs Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead strategic policy initiatives at the intersection of aging, healthcare, and long-term services and supports through comprehensive analysis and stakeholder engagement.
  • Develop and implement policy priorities – and an annual policy agenda - that advances our mission while anticipating emerging issues and opportunities for impact.
  • Lead Congressional, federal agency, and administration outreach and relationship building on policy priorities with a strong emphasis on Medicare, Medicaid, and federal appropriations.
  • Serve as external expert on our policy priorities including public speaking, thought leadership, etc.
  • Lead the development and execution of an annual advocacy summit/Capitol Hill Day.
  • Assist the President/CEO and Chief External Affairs Officer with policy and advocacy funder and donor relations.
  • Manage Policy & Advocacy Department team and department budget.

Qualifications:

  • At least 15 years of professional experience successfully advancing federal policy through multi-pronged advocacy strategies.
  • Bachelor's degree in political science, health policy, or a related field.
  • Experience in caregiving, aging, disability, and other healthcare-related policy issues; experience and expertise in Medicare and/or Medicaid policy is a plus.
  • Superior written and verbal communication, including persuasive writing (such as public policy briefs).
  • Candidates should be detail-oriented, passionate about caregiving, and knowledgeable about caregiving/aging/disability/healthcare-related policy issues.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage team and drive project execution.
  • Proficiency with computers, including intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Personal characteristics that align with our core values: human-centered, data-driven, collaborative, and inclusive.

Benefits:

  • Annual Salary: $120,000
  • TIAA 403(b) Retirement: Quarterly contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan, at 10% of worked earnings, no match required.
  • Health, Vision and Dental Insurance, with employee contribution.
  • Life and Disability Insurance, no employee share required.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health-related purchases and/or dependent care.
  • Monthly stipend for mobile phone usage.
  • 15 Days of Paid Time Off annually, accrued bi-weekly; pro-rated in first year to start date.
  • 5 Paid Sick Days, pro-rated to start date and immediately available.
  • Caregiving Support and Specialized Leave, including paid leave related to family and medical needs, bereavement leave, and other types of workplace accommodations, subject to state and local laws.
  • Paid Federal Holidays and Winter Holiday (Office closed 12/24 – 12/31).
  • Paid Monthly WMATA SmartBenefits or paid parking up to $130/monthly.
  • Flex-time and hybrid work scheduling available, strong preference for a candidate local to the Washington, DC area.
  • Paid membership in an organization/association of your choosing – to be aligned with the work performed for us.

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