Strategic Federal Advocacy Specialist, Food as Medicine Initiatives

2 weeks ago


Washington, United States American Heart Association Full time

About the Opportunity

The American Heart Association is seeking a highly skilled Government Relations Manager to join our Federal Advocacy Team based in Washington, DC. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $95,000 - $105,000, commensurate with experience, and benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced professional with a strong background in public policy and government relations to represent the Association with Congress and other elected officials to achieve federal advocacy goals. The successful candidate will be responsible for lobbying Congress and federal agencies to advance the Association's advocacy priorities for food is medicine, developing and maintaining strong relationships with congressional offices, and supporting the development of fact sheets, briefing memos, talking points, testimony, report language, legislation, and other materials.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lobby Congress and federal agencies to advance the Association's advocacy priorities for food is medicine
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with congressional offices
  • Support the development of fact sheets, briefing memos, talking points, testimony, report language, legislation, and other materials
  • Monitor and analyze relevant legislative issues
  • Collaborate with the advocacy team, grassroots, advocacy communications, and the broader Health Care by Food team

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Public Policy, History, Sociology, or a related field of policy study
  • Minimum of five years' professional experience working in public policy
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups
  • Demonstrated success in achieving advocacy goals
  • Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and as a team or coalition leader

Benefits and Rewards

In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, we offer:

  • Tuition Assistance to support your career development
  • A total rewards package that includes performance recognition, employee wellness programs, and professional development opportunities
  • A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, reflected in our company culture and guiding values

About Us

The American Heart Association is a leading force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Our mission is to drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care to improve health and well-being for everyone, everywhere.



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