Associate Director of Advocacy and Public Policy

Position Summary As the Associate Director of Advocacy and Public Policy, you will be responsible for developing and executing on our comprehensive policy agenda that supports the organization's mission and strategic goals. You will report to the Sr. Director, Network Engagement to develop advocacy strategies that align with our mission, our members, and the organization. Your role will include collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including our Government Relations and Advocacy Council to identify opportunities to leverage policy and practice to improve the benefits of members. You will also monitor changes in federal and state policies and translate what those policies mean for the organization and its members. In this position, you will work closely with our contracted government relations firm to develop and maintain strong relationships with federal and state officials, key national stakeholders, and member organizations. You will collaborate on policy development across different constituencies and establish coalitions of support to enact policy change. To succeed in this role, you should have domain knowledge of health IT, health information exchange (HIE), health data, quality and health improvement, health equity and value-based care and a proven track record of successful policy advocacy in the health care space. You should be able to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including elected officials, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. The Associate Director of Advocacy and Public Policy should be a strategic thinker, capable of developing and executing complex policy initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Strong project management and communication skills are also essential, as you will be collaborating with the Civitas team, our members, and with external partners. Responsibilities Develop and execute on our comprehensive advocacy and policy agenda for the organization's federal and state advocacy efforts that aligns with our mission and member organizations. Collaborate with the Civitas team, member organizations, our contracted government relations firm, and other external stakeholders to identify opportunities to advance the organization's goals and represent members' interests. This may include participating in coalition meetings, roundtable discussions, and other events with policymakers and other stakeholders. Monitor and analyze changes in relevant federal and state policies and communicate relevant information to internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner. Build and maintain a strong knowledge base of relevant policy issues, trends, and emerging topics, including federal and state legislative and regulatory developments that may affect the organization and its members, and effectively translate opportunities for action. Provide technical assistance and support to members and organizations on policy issues related to healthcare IT, health information exchange (HIE), health data, quality and health improvement, health equity and value-based care including assisting with advocacy efforts and connecting them with relevant resources and networks. Develop and implement strategies to promote the organization's policy priorities and position it as a thought leader in the healthcare IT and health improvement space through writing, speaking engagements, and coalition-building efforts. Collaborate with the Communications team to develop and disseminate policy-related content and materials, such as briefings, reports, and policy papers, to engage members and stakeholders. Lead the development and submission of formal comments on proposed federal and state regulations in partnership with our contracted government relations firm and other external stakeholders. Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices related to policy and advocacy work in the health IT, HIE, health data, health equity, quality and health improvement, and value-based care and provide recommendations for engagement. Other duties as assigned.