POSITION SUMMARY: The Coordinator, Policy, will assist the NHC Policy team in driving the NHC’s policy and advocacy agenda.
REPORTS TO: Vice President, Policy & Government Affairs.
SALARY RANGE: $52,000 - $60,000
The NHC offers a competitive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental benefits with premiums fully paid by the organization.
LOCATION: This position is located in Washington, DC. The National Health Council supports a hybrid workplace. Employees must be able and willing to work on site at least three days per week, pending federal and local health authority guidance.
Mission
The mission of the National Health Council is to provide a united voice for people with chronic diseases and disabilities.
Develop agendas and develop/compile materials for NHC meetings
Develop advocacy materials such as issue briefs, fact sheets, reports, and slide presentations
Provide support in managing a team of consultants and their deliverables
Serve as project lead on an assortment of NHC policy initiatives
Provide meeting and logistical support (i.e. scheduling meetings, taking and/or distributing minutes)
Attend hearings, briefings, coalition meetings, and conferences and prepare summaries
Draft, edit, and send routine correspondence and memoranda
Perform general administrative support as needed (i.e., managing databases, scheduling meetings, assisting with office-wide administrative duties, and processing reimbursable expenses)
Perform other duties as assigned
Understand, demonstrate, and support the NHC’s mission and values.
QUALIFICATIONS:
At least two years of experience, preferably with a nonprofit or health organization
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong communication skills
Excellent writing and editing skills
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Microsoft SharePoint, CVENT, and Zoom preferred
Ability to work effectively within a team environment
Self-motivated and ability to work proactively and independently when necessary
Ability to troubleshoot and work well under pressure
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (political science, public health, health policy, health care administration, or related field)
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applicants should submit the following items to NHCPositions@nhcouncil.org with the subject “Coordinator, Policy”:
Cover Letter describing the applicant’s experience and interests in the NHC’s mission and priorities
Resume
List of three references with name, title, organization, email address and telephone number
NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL
Created by and for patient organizations 100 years ago, the National Health Council (NHC) brings diverse organizations together to forge consensus and drive patient-centered health policy. We promote increased access to affordable, high-value, sustainable health care. Made up of more than 140 national health-related organizations and businesses, the NHC’s core membership includes the nation’s leading patient organizations. Other members include health-related associations and nonprofit organizations including the provider, research, and family caregiver communities; and businesses representing biopharmaceutical, device, diagnostic, generic drug, and payer organizations.
