Sr. Director, Health Policy
Provides high-level strategic guidance to C-suite health clients, expanding the health sector presence through business development and relationships
Leverages deep knowledge of health policy, including pharmaceuticals and healthcare insurance, to advise on macrotrends and translate policy impacts for clients
Leads and develops a team of consultants, fostering a collaborative environment, mentoring staff, and driving talent growth within the NA Health Practice
About the Company
APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact. Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues.
APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services. APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.
By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.
About the Job
We are seeking a Senior Director, Health to serve as a senior counselor and a primary point of contact for clients, while helping the firm grow by generating new business opportunities, and leading and developing a talented team of consultants. This is a senior level consulting role for someone who has passion for help health sector clients navigate the dynamic operating environment.
Responsibilities
Counsels and serves as senior strategist for C-suite client leads across a range of health sector clients through global and U.S. public affairs
Contributes to the growth of APCO’s health sector work through prospecting, relationship building in Washington, D.C. through collaboration and pitching as an active leader in the North America and Global Health Practice
Provides deep sector knowledge of the policy issues affecting parts of the industry including pharmaceutical companies; health care insurance; medical device companies and then connects dots across teams and markets to bring the best of APCO’s core service offerings to our health sector clients including public affairs & advocacy, issues & crisis, M&A / antitrust, financial communications, business transformation, corporate communications, capital markets, sustainability communications and equity and inclusion offerings
Able to advise on public affairs responses to macrotrends and policy developments impacting multinational health care companies such as pricing/access issues; government life sciences strategies, supply chain; reputational drivers and therapy area specific policies and then translating the issues to specific client business impact
Invests in nurturing talent within the health team, acting as a mentor and leader to early and mid-career staff in Washington, D.C. and contributes to fostering a collaborative environment across the North America Health Practice
Acts as a manager to mid-career in Washington, D.C., conducting annual performance reviews and other regular check-ins
Grows clients organically and actively pursues new opportunities with prospects, including leading business development activities
Maintains a strong industry network, attending events, participating on panels, or through written thought leadership, and is viewed as a thought leader in the market
Supports and advises on strategic approach to annual business planning efforts
Guides the development of high-quality, client-ready deliverables, such as advisory memos, market analyses, engagement strategies, and PowerPoint decks, often under tight deadlines
Qualifications
At least 15-20 years of experience in health sector accounts; prior experience oh health care policy issues, for example advising biopharmaceutical companies or health insurance preferred (including C-suite level, public affairs or corporate functions)
Deep understanding of the drivers of value within the health care sector and key issues transforming the business of health sector clients
Desire and capability to proactively and independently identify and secure new opportunities across a broad range of the health sector
Track record of successful corporate advisory work and development of corporate communications or public affairs campaigns
Global perspective and the ability to clearly articulate macrotrends shaping the business of health care
Exceptional presentation, writing, and analytical skills including the ability to write strategically and creatively under tight deadlines
Director, Client Development
Leads service delivery, builds executive relationships, and develops strategic account plans to drive growth and ensure contract renewals
Analyzes ROI and clinical metrics, using data to refine account strategies and demonstrate value, while also managing revenue retention and growth
Collaborates with marketing to create and adapt campaigns that boost telenutrition adoption and engagement, ensuring client satisfaction
About the Company
Foodsmart is the leading telenutrition and foodcare solution, backed by a robust network of Registered Dietitians. Our platform is designed to foster healthier food choices, drive lasting behavior change, and deliver long-term health outcomes. Through our highly personalized, digital platform, we guide our 2.2 million members—including those in employer-sponsored health plans, regional and national Medicaid managed care organizations, Medicare Advantage plans, and commercial insurers—on a tailored journey to eating well while saving time and money.
Foodsmart seamlessly integrates dietary assessments and nutrition counseling with online food ordering and cost-effective meal planning for the entire family, optimizing ingredients both at home and on the go. We partner with national and regional retailers across the U.S., many of whom accept SNAP/EBT, making healthier food more accessible. Additionally, we assist members with SNAP enrollment and management, providing tangible access to nutritious food. In 2024, Foodsmart secured a $200 million investment from TPG’s Rise Fund, which supports entrepreneurs dedicated to achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. This investment will help us expand our reach, particularly to low-income workers who are disproportionately affected by diet-related diseases.
About the Job
As Director, Client Development, you will manage a portfolio of some of our high value, high growth clients including leading health systems and health plans. You will lead all key activities including ongoing service delivery, relationship building at the executive and lower levels, account strategy development, project expansion to meet growth targets and contract renewals. You will coordinate closely with your clients and Marketing to develop campaigns that drive clinically appropriate telenutrition adoption. You will also work with Product and Engineering teams on ongoing implementation needs, and other internal teams such as Finance, Sales and Clinical Operations.
Responsibilities
Provide first class account management from project launch through the contract lifecycle to ensure ongoing client satisfaction and support. This includes up-leveling relationships within your accounts to ensure we have sponsorship across the organization at both main point of contact and decision making levels to drive partnership success
Manage annual revenue retention and growth for your client portfolio. You will develop and execute on account plans that support long-term growth and align with client and company goals
Understand data well and are data driven to make changes in account strategy. You will interpret and report out ROI and clinical metrics to our clients that are crucial value drivers to both their organizational success and Foodsmart relationship success
Be responsible for delivering marketing campaigns that drive enrollment and engagement that will ultimately lead to client satisfaction. Use previous marketing knowledge and experience to work closely with the Foodsmart marketing team to take existing materials and adapt them to your client needs, and to co-create marketing campaigns based on your clients' situations
Qualifications
6+ years of experience in a healthcare consulting, healthcare services or clinical services company in a client facing/relationship development role
Experience in a startup or small company environment a plus
A demonstrated history of exceeding performance based metrics with clients
Experience in growing a book of business and exceeding ARR through client sales, upselling and contract renewals
Experience in analyzing clinical outcomes, marketing data and campaign development
Background working with executive level clients and gaining approvals on new strategies/tactics informed by regulatory filings and networking within the account
Understanding of complex contracting and provider agreements within health plans as well as health system contracting processes
Understanding of telehealth, wellness or nutrition space is a plus
Director of Growth
Leads sales efforts within the healthcare payer segment, especially Medicaid, focusing on closing contracts for telenutrition services
Cultivates trust-based partnerships with senior executives, understanding their challenges and tailoring Foodsmart's solutions to meet their needs
Executes business growth opportunities, from prospecting to contract closure, while collaborating with internal teams for successful implementation
About the Company
Foodsmart is the leading telenutrition and foodcare solution, backed by a robust network of Registered Dietitians. Our platform is designed to foster healthier food choices, drive lasting behavior change, and deliver long-term health outcomes. Through our highly personalized, digital platform, we guide our 2.2 million members—including those in employer-sponsored health plans, regional and national Medicaid managed care organizations, Medicare Advantage plans, and commercial insurers—on a tailored journey to eating well while saving time and money.
Foodsmart seamlessly integrates dietary assessments and nutrition counseling with online food ordering and cost-effective meal planning for the entire family, optimizing ingredients both at home and on the go. We partner with national and regional retailers across the U.S., many of whom accept SNAP/EBT, making healthier food more accessible. Additionally, we assist members with SNAP enrollment and management, providing tangible access to nutritious food. In 2024, Foodsmart secured a $200 million investment from TPG’s Rise Fund, which supports entrepreneurs dedicated to achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. This investment will help us expand our reach, particularly to low-income workers who are disproportionately affected by diet-related diseases.
About the Job
As the Director of Growth focused on the healthcare payer segment at Foodsmart, you will play a pivotal role in driving growth and expanding our presence within this strategic market. Operating at a senior level within our sales team, you will lead the charge in establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships and securing contracts with healthcare payers, with an emphasis on government-sponsored plans, particularly Medicaid. Your primary objective will be to identify key decision makers, understand their critical challenges and priorities, propose tailored solutions leveraging Foodsmart's offerings, and successfully close contracts for our suite of telenutrition services and platform utilization. This role offers autonomy and opportunities to grow, empowering you to pioneer industry-transforming partnerships and initiatives.
Responsibilities
Develop and oversee end-to-end business growth opportunities, from prospecting to contract closure, within the healthcare payer segment with an emphasis on government-sponsored plans. Your primary responsibility is to source, develop, negotiate, and close contracts with entities within the segment
Cultivate strong, trust-based relationships with senior executives and key stakeholders within healthcare payer organizations
Design, execute, and launch successful partnerships with healthcare payers, taking full ownership of deal/project responsibility
Drive revenue growth through the establishment and expansion of strategic partnerships within the healthcare payer segment, in alignment with Foodsmart's revenue targets
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams at Foodsmart to strategize and ensure the successful implementation of new partnerships tailored to the healthcare payer market
Qualifications
Experience specifically selling Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) programs/services, telehealth services and services paid through claims to healthcare payers, including health plans and Medicaid plans
Proficiency in lead generation and qualification, with a strong ability to compellingly convey the business and represent the full portfolio of company services, including telehealth, clinical operations, member marketing, and dietitian services
Expertise in deal flow management, with a deep understanding of the variables that can impact deal outcomes and the ability to effectively manage risks and triage issues
Strong project management skills, with a focus on understanding deliverables, milestone orientation, and risk mitigation
Subject matter expertise in the healthcare payer segment, with a keen understanding of its unique challenges and opportunities
Director, Client Development
Leads service delivery, builds executive relationships, and develops strategic account plans to drive growth and ensure contract renewals
Analyzes ROI and clinical metrics, using data to refine account strategies and demonstrate value, while also managing revenue retention and growth
Collaborates with marketing to create and adapt campaigns that boost telenutrition adoption and engagement, ensuring client satisfaction
About the Company
Foodsmart is the leading telenutrition and foodcare solution, backed by a robust network of Registered Dietitians. Our platform is designed to foster healthier food choices, drive lasting behavior change, and deliver long-term health outcomes. Through our highly personalized, digital platform, we guide our 2.2 million members—including those in employer-sponsored health plans, regional and national Medicaid managed care organizations, Medicare Advantage plans, and commercial insurers—on a tailored journey to eating well while saving time and money.
Foodsmart seamlessly integrates dietary assessments and nutrition counseling with online food ordering and cost-effective meal planning for the entire family, optimizing ingredients both at home and on the go. We partner with national and regional retailers across the U.S., many of whom accept SNAP/EBT, making healthier food more accessible. Additionally, we assist members with SNAP enrollment and management, providing tangible access to nutritious food. In 2024, Foodsmart secured a $200 million investment from TPG’s Rise Fund, which supports entrepreneurs dedicated to achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. This investment will help us expand our reach, particularly to low-income workers who are disproportionately affected by diet-related diseases.
About the Job
As Director, Client Development, you will manage a portfolio of some of our high value, high growth clients including leading health systems and health plans. You will lead all key activities including ongoing service delivery, relationship building at the executive and lower levels, account strategy development, project expansion to meet growth targets and contract renewals. You will coordinate closely with your clients and Marketing to develop campaigns that drive clinically appropriate telenutrition adoption. You will also work with Product and Engineering teams on ongoing implementation needs, and other internal teams such as Finance, Sales and Clinical Operations.
Responsibilities
Provide first class account management from project launch through the contract lifecycle to ensure ongoing client satisfaction and support. This includes up-leveling relationships within your accounts to ensure we have sponsorship across the organization at both main point of contact and decision making levels to drive partnership success
Manage annual revenue retention and growth for your client portfolio. You will develop and execute on account plans that support long-term growth and align with client and company goals
Understand data well and are data driven to make changes in account strategy. You will interpret and report out ROI and clinical metrics to our clients that are crucial value drivers to both their organizational success and Foodsmart relationship success
Be responsible for delivering marketing campaigns that drive enrollment and engagement that will ultimately lead to client satisfaction. Use previous marketing knowledge and experience to work closely with the Foodsmart marketing team to take existing materials and adapt them to your client needs, and to co-create marketing campaigns based on your clients' situations
Qualifications
6+ years of experience in a healthcare consulting, healthcare services or clinical services company in a client facing/relationship development role
Experience in a startup or small company environment a plus
A demonstrated history of exceeding performance based metrics with clients
Experience in growing a book of business and exceeding ARR through client sales, upselling and contract renewals
Experience in analyzing clinical outcomes, marketing data and campaign development
Background working with executive level clients and gaining approvals on new strategies/tactics informed by regulatory filings and networking within the account
Understanding of complex contracting and provider agreements within health plans as well as health system contracting processes
Understanding of telehealth, wellness or nutrition space is a plus
Manager, Equity & Culture
Implements projects to strengthen organizational infrastructure, including supporting confidential labor relations work and maintaining related information
Develops and revises internal processes for equity and transparency, manages demographic data collection, and supports policy violation investigations
Facilitates DEI and compliance training, manages external partnerships, implements culture surveys, and leads staff engagement and wellness programs
About the Company
For more than 50 years, Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly NARAL Pro-Choice America) and its chapters have fought to protect and expand reproductive freedom—including access to abortion and contraception—for everybody. We are powered by our more than 4 million members from every state and congressional district in the country, representing the 8 in 10 Americans who believe every person should have the freedom to make the best decision for themselves about if, when, and how to raise a family.
Reproductive Freedom for All centers diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in our organization and our work. Continuously learning from our history, we hold ourselves accountable to achieve reproductive freedom with equitable access for everybody. As the oldest and largest national membership organization primarily focused on advocating for abortion access, we organize and mobilize, galvanizing millions of people to take action to defend reproductive freedom, and shining a spotlight of accountability on bad actors who work to impose their ideological agenda on others. We also work to elect champions for reproductive freedom and advance state and federal legislation to safeguard it.
About the Job
Reporting to the Senior Director of Equity and Culture (“Director”), the Equity and Culture Manager (“Manager”) will serve a critical role in supporting the implementation of diversity and inclusion efforts across the organization and supporting the Department’s goal of maintaining an equitable and inclusive organization, including our work to center anti-racism and other diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) successful practices both internally and externally. Leading with our values of collaboration, equity, excellence, inclusion, and transparency, the incumbent will support the implementation of the organization’s vision for the DEI work envisioned in the Board of Directors’ Road Map to Equity, and as strategically constructed by the Chief Operating Officer (“Chief”).
Specifically, the Manager will partner with the Director to implement processes, protocols, programs, and initiatives to build the organization’s infrastructure and to ensure staff wellness, engagement, and sense of belonging. This is an ideal role for someone with strong communication and interpersonal skills, creativity, and strong project management, operations and organizational skills. The job responsibilities described below do not reflect other responsibilities that may be delegated.
Responsibilities
Implement projects and initiatives that create a strong organizational infrastructure
Support the Department’s confidential labor relations work, to include collective bargaining agreement negotiations and compliance with any established collective bargaining agreement
Support the organization in appropriately maintaining and utilizing confidential labor relations information including, but not limited to, the specific responsibilities outlined below
Support the creation/revision of internal processes and protocols that allow for equity through transparency and consistency across the organization
Maintain and track the system by which demographic information is responsibly collected and maintained for purposes of ensuring the organization lives its values
Monitor and update as necessary internal norms and other documents to provide transparency and clarity for the internal work
Support the process for investigating internal allegations of violations of the organization’s policies and violations of the collective bargaining agreement
In collaboration with the Director, support employee working groups to help inform the work of the Equity, Culture, and Talent Department
Identify, create, and maintain opportunities for staff, Board, and member learning and development
Support the implementation of Learning Management System
Support and facilitate DEI trainings, to include foundational training during staff onboarding, annual refresher training, and deep-dive training series– including content curation and creation
Support the management of compliance training by ensuring newly hired staff are assigned to training and that all staff remain current on training through regular reminders
Manage relationships with external partners where appropriate
Manage the implementation of the bi-annual culture and climate survey
In collaboration with Department Directors, collaborate on relevant DEI training for members, volunteers, and organizers, to include unconscious bias and working with diverse communities
In collaboration with the Director, lead in staff engagement and wellness programs, to include workshops and managing the internal and external heritage month celebrations/programming
In collaboration with the Talent Specialist, manage the Intern, Extern and Fellow Programs including leading on its expansion
Review applicant pools for hiring managers to ensure a diverse pool of applicants
Other duties consistent with the duties and qualifications outlined herein may be assigned
Qualifications
A minimum of 4 years of professional experience
Experience creating, implementing, or directly supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in organizational settings
An implementer who works with urgency. Proven experience of supporting a vision by executing its action steps from strategic planning goals. Has an appreciation for sequencing to ensure the right things are done at the right times; high standards for success and a healthy impatience for progress. Knows how to keep projects moving while supporting the work of others
Clear-thinker and solutions-oriented, with excellent judgment and collaborative ways to overcome obstacles and execute on initiatives
Excellent communicator, both written and oral. Must be able to draft policies, protocols, and review documents that create the foundation of the organization’s infrastructure. Has a strong ability to communicate in writing and in person
Proven ability to work collaboratively and with transparency, building trust, credibility, and strengthening relationships with organization staff across lines of race, sexuality, gender and other identities
Experience with supporting workplace culture. Demonstrated knowledge of diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and justice principles and demonstrated ability or experience having implemented operational aspects of an organization
Experience evaluating the efficacy and engagement of programing
Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility among staff and peers
Varied experience with or the demonstrated ability to learn organizational systems, like Google Suite, Monday.com, Greenhouse, and other project management and automated tracking systems
Demonstrated ability to create and support curricula for professional development and learning
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously
Experience in, or demonstrated skill at, successful conflict resolution
A personal passion and commitment to the organization’s mission and an understanding of the reproductive freedom issue
A commitment to furthering DEI principles in a workplace environment in which diversity is valued and supported
Demonstrated cultural competency
Experience in non-profit and/or reproductive rights organizations is a plus
Commissioner of Health
Oversees public health clinics & programs, addressing diseases, chronic conditions, and health disparities through prevention, treatment, and outreach
Leads public health emergency response, chairs key coalitions, and serves on various boards, shaping health policy and program development
Advises the Mayor as a Cabinet member and health expert, collaborating with agencies, testifying on health issues, and acting as spokesperson
About the Company
Baltimore is the largest city in the U.S. state of Maryland, and the 29th-most populous city in the country. It was established by the Constitution of Maryland and is not part of any county; thus, it is the largest independent city in the United States. Baltimore has more public monuments than any other city per capita in the country and is home to some of the earliest National Register historic districts in the nation, including Fell's Point (1969), Federal Hill (1970) and Mount Vernon Place (1971). More than 65,000 properties, or roughly one in three buildings in the city, are listed on the National Register, more than any other city in the nation.
The Baltimore City Health Department is the oldest, continuously-operating health department in the United States, formed in 1793 when the governor appointed the city’s first health officers in response to a yellow fever outbreak in the Fells Point neighborhood. During the more than 220 years since then, we’ve been working to improve the health and well-being of Baltimore residents. We strive to make Baltimore City a city where all residents realize their full health potential.
About the Job
Mayor Brandon Scott and the City of Baltimore seek their next Commissioner of Health. The Commissioner of Health leads the oldest continuously operating health department in the United States and provides essential leadership to make Baltimore a healthier and more equitable city for the benefit of all the city’s residents.
Responsibilities
Oversees two public health clinics for the treatment of HIV, Hepatitis C, TB, and other sexually transmitted infections; a diagnostic lab; HIV and STI prevention; immunizations; dental services; and acute and communicable disease monitoring and investigation
Serves as incident commander for public health emergencies, including emerging/infectious disease outbreaks such as COVID and MPX
Serves as chair of the Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC), a multisector stakeholder group charged with creating the City’s public health agenda
Serves as chair of the City’s Child Fatality Review (CFR) team, a multidisciplinary stakeholder group charged with making policy and programmatic recommendations to reduce child fatalities in Baltimore City
Serves as ex-officio chair of the board of the local behavioral health authority, Behavioral Health System Baltimore (BHSB)
Serves as a member on the board of the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), Family League of Baltimore, Baltimore City Healthy Start, and Baltimore’s Promise, and as part of other advisory boards and commissions including the Postmortem Examiners Commission (PMEC) and Maryland Association of County Health Officers (MACHO)
Directs programs aimed at addressing health disparities, improving health outcomes for children, youth, and families, youth violence prevention, environmental health, substance use disorder, school health, and chronic disease prevention
Directs programs that deliver services to older adults, their families, and caregivers in the City of Baltimore
Plans, develops, and implements public health policies and programs, including the recommendation of new legislation and policy initiatives using a Health in All Policies approach
Provides expert testimony and guidance to other agencies, city council, state legislature, and federal delegation on a wide variety of public health issues
Serves as lead spokesperson on health issues with news media
Serves as a member of the Mayor’s Cabinet and as the lead health adviser to the Mayor
Co-chairs the Restitution Advisory Board and plays a central role in the city’s effort to reduce substance abuse and overdose
Leads production of a BCHD annual report
Serves as primary City liaison with the Maryland Department of Health, representing BCHD and the City
Serves as primary liaison with City-based healthcare facilities including hospitals, academic medical centers, federally qualified health centers, and MCOs
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Educational requirements include a (1) MD or DO or (2) doctoral public health degree or (3) DRNP degree or (4) Master’s public health combined with a law, business, or nursing degree
Equivalent relevant education may be considered
A minimum of five years in a senior management role overseeing direct reports is essential, along with exceptional emotional intelligence, strong administrative, delegation, communication, project management, budgeting and grant writing skills
Government experience is preferred but not required
Knowledge & Skills:
Strong oral and written communication skills along with cultural humility and the ability to navigate complexity are essential
Comfort with being highly visible and actively engaging residents and local organizations
Experience managing program budgets and grants, leading teams with compassion, and delivering high-level presentations
Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically on public health issues
Director of Policy
Implements health policy strategies aligned with the Org's mission, including identifying emerging issues and collaborating on related research & briefings
Manages policy projects, provides support to the board, ensures alignment with grantmaking and comms., and supervises vendors
Builds and maintains relationships with policymakers, grantees, and stakeholders, collaborating with the grantmaking team and representing the foundation
About the Company
The Connecticut Health Foundation (CT Health) is a nonpartisan independent foundation created in 1999. The foundation focuses on achieving health equity for people of color by changing the systems that influence people’s ability to be as healthy as possible. Connecticut is the nation’s wealthiest state with some of the best health outcomes in the country. However, not everyone has the opportunity to live their healthiest lives, and there are significant racial and ethnic disparities in health outcomes in the state.
About the Job
The Connecticut Health Foundation is focused on health equity for people of color, and the policy director is the point person in determining how to best use policy to achieve the foundation’s goals. This individual plays a leading role in building strong relationships with those working on health policy at the state level, including policymakers and advocates, to advance foundation’s strategic goals and policy objectives.
Day-to-day responsibilities include developing, implementing, and monitoring strategy; formulating policy initiatives that advance the foundation’s mission; maintaining strong relationships with policymakers, advocacy grantees, and other constituents; and monitoring and formulating responses to relevant public policy issues.
The director of policy is a member of the program team and collaborates closely with the chief of staff and director of communications and the director of grantmaking to assure that policy activities are coordinated with the communications and research strategy and grantmaking. As a nonpartisan, private foundation, the Connecticut Health Foundation does not lobby and is committed to working with policymakers of all political affiliations.
Responsibilities
Health policy strategy development (approximately 40%)
Advance the foundation’s mission and strategic plan by developing a public policy and advocacy strategy, including creating and updating the policy agenda
Identify and develop strategies to respond to emerging health policy issues that are pertinent to the foundation’s objectives
Monitor state and federal health policy activities related to Medicaid, health reform, maternal health, and other issues related to the foundation’s priority areas
Collaborate with the communications team on the development and execution of public policy-related research and educational briefings
Remain abreast of current research, activities, and assure the foundation is aware of the perspectives of various stakeholders on issues
Project management (approximately 35%)
Work with the President and CEO, VP of Program, Chief of Staff and the Board of Directors to develop, execute and evaluate the foundation’s policy strategy
Provide staff support and leadership to the Board and Public Policy and Communications Committee
Work closely with the program team to ensure the foundation’s policy work is closely aligned with grantmaking and communications activities
Supervise consultants and vendors to accomplish objectives in a quality and cost-effective manner
Manage special projects as assigned, including overseeing foundation events, such as convenings of advocacy grantees
Collaboration and building partnerships (approximately 25%)
Cultivate strong relationships with government leaders, the health care community, advocates, grantees, and other funders
Collaborate with the grantmaking team to provide technical assistance to CT Health grantees and partners
Review and provide input on grant proposals, concept papers and reports
Organize, facilitate, and attend convenings with colleagues, experts, stakeholders, grantees, and other partners
Represent the foundation on advisory committees, steering committees, and working groups, as well as at community and grantee events
Present foundation work at professional meetings and in publications, as needed
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Demonstrated commitment to racial equity and health equity
Seven or more years of experience in public policy, advocacy, government, or a related field; background in policy or advocacy desirable
Experience working with a broad group of stakeholders, including public officials, health care, public health, nonprofit, advocacy, and funder communities
Expertise in health care or public health and an understanding of the changing landscape of Medicaid, health care coverage, and health equity. Connecticut experience is a plus
Expertise in building capacity and training partners and grantees in policy and advocacy
Self-motivated and able to work independently, and comfortable working in a collaborative environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to talk about complex ideas with a wide variety of audiences
Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Understanding of and commitment to systems change, equity, and diversity
Excellent interpersonal skills: a leader, a team player, and listener