Executive Director, Public Affairs and Strategic Initiatives

5 days ago


Washington, United States Blue Cross Blue Shield companies Full time
Job Summary

The Executive Director, Public Affairs and Administration is a highly visible leadership role that advances BCBSA organizational and policy priorities by directing impactful strategic initiatives and driving internal, cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Leadership: Develops and executes strategic plans to advance BCBSA's policy and business objectives.
  • Public Affairs: Directs the planning and implementation of public affairs campaigns to drive federal policy solutions that support Blue business objectives.
  • Relationship Building: Builds, strengthens, and expands relationships with external partners, including influential leaders, coalitions, and allies.
  • Policy Communications: Develops and implements impactful communications resources for external audiences, including web content, blog posts, message guides, patient and plan stories, letters, and newsletters.
  • Team Management: Supervises and manages cross-functional teams to drive advocacy goals and support corporate/team objectives.
Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in political science, business, communications, marketing, or related field. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, 16 years of experience required.
  • Experience: At least 12 years of work experience in politics, campaigns, coalitions, business, or organizational leadership. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, 16 years of experience required.
  • Skills: Collaborative team player, strong writing, editing, presentation, and interpersonal skills, understanding of leading health policy/regulatory issues, and experience in project and program management.


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