The National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) is the national membership organization for the nation’s federally qualified health centers (also known as FQHCs or Community Health Centers). Health centers are nonprofit, community-directed health clinics that provide access to high-quality, culturally competent, and comprehensive care to people living in medically underserved areas. NACHC strengthens the health center movement through advocacy, training, and technical assistance, clinical and operations support. NACHC is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.
BASIC FUNCTION
The Manager of Federal Affairs works closely with the Director of Federal Affairs to manage and advise on strategies to promote NACHC’s legislative agenda on Capitol Hill. The manager will play a role in advocacy on Capitol Hill at the direction of the Director and Deputy Director of Federal Affairs, engaging with legislative staff to build strong relationships and advance health center priorities. The Manager will also support the Federal Affairs team with policy analysis, research, casework and communications, legislative monitoring, and other key support functions.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
1) Manage unique legislative portfolio at the discretion of the Director and Deputy Director of Federal Affairs, serving as the lead staffer in developing relationships and responding to information requested from assigned offices.
2) Work in coordination with the Federal Affairs team to support the development and implementation of legislative strategies.
a) Develop resources like issue briefs, factsheets, and blogs to educate legislative staffers and support outreach from PCAs, HCCNS, and health centers.
b) Present frequently on national membership webinars and provide NACHC members updates on the latest developments on Capitol Hill.
3) Collaborate with the Federal Policy and Research teams to evaluate and respond to federal legislation.
a) Analyze federal legislative proposals to assess the impact on community health centers and their patients.
4) Represent NACHC in national coalition meetings and attend key stakeholder events.
5) Support the development of PCAs’, HCCNs’, and individual health centers’ legislative advocacy skills with their Representatives and Senators.
6) Role requires less than 10% travel per year.
PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
1) Minimum of 2 years of experience in public policy, legislative advocacy, or health care.
2) Capitol Hill experience required.
3) Bipartisan relationships in health care policy-making circles, including on Capitol Hill and the Administration.
4) Track record of contributing to the successful implementation of legislative strategies and tactics.
5) Ability to analyze complex legislative information related to public health and budget policy.
6) Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and priorities.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
1) Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred) degree in public policy, public health, or a related field, with at least 2-3 years of professional experience.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
1) Proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Powerpoint
COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS
1) Experience creating and delivering substantive presentations.
a) Comfortable with public speaking virtually and in person.
Physical Demands: Work is performed in a typical office environment.
Salary Range:
$84,000 - 88,600
