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WelbeHealth · 19 hours ago

VP, Federal Government Affairs

WelbeHealth is dedicated to serving vulnerable seniors through innovative care solutions. The VP, Federal Government Affairs will develop and implement federal advocacy strategies, build relationships with key stakeholders, and influence policy changes to advance the WelbeHealth mission.

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Responsibilities

Develop and implement an effective federal engagement strategy that results in outstanding relationships with regulators and elected officials
Direct government affairs advocacy efforts to facilitate timely approvals of PACE applications, resolve regulatory issues for operating PACE programs, and influence policy changes that support the WelbeHealth mission
Establish a proactive strategy to maintain a high level of situational awareness on policy matters, identifying risks and opportunities for WelbeHealth
Maintain positive relationships with key external stakeholders including trade associations, other healthcare entities, PACE organizations, workgroups, advocacy groups, relevant consumer groups, etc
Identify, manage, and effectively leverage WelbeHealth lobbyists, consultants, or other resources to achieve WelbeHealth’s advocacy goals
Effectively track, synthesize, and communicate relevant government policy changes (laws, regulations, guidance) impacting WelbeHealth
Represent and engage effectively on behalf of WelbeHealth in relevant associations, inclusive of board and board committee memberships, as well as collaborate with cross-functional departments such as Growth, Strategy, Business Development, Compliance, Marketing, Community Partnerships, Health Plan Operations, and Program Operations

Qualification

Federal advocacy strategiesHealthcare policy experienceCMS experiencePublic policy degreePersuasion skillsCommunication skills

Required

Master's degree in public policy or relevant field; professional experience may be substituted
Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience engaging with federal regulators or elected officials required
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a leader in healthcare, eldercare, or human services policy required
Direct experience with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services required
Located in Washington, DC highly preferred; alternatively, ability to travel to Washington D.C. on frequent, as-needed basis is required
Ability to travel to WelbeHealth markets and other travel as needed
Persuasion and rhetorical skills needed to successfully influence elected officials and regulators
Outstanding written and oral communication skills, including presenting information in a concise manner and effectively facilitating discussions

Preferred

Recent CMS experience highly preferred
Located in Washington, DC highly preferred

Benefits

Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Work/life balance - We mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and 6 sick days
401K savings + match
Comprehensive compensation package including base pay and bonus
And additional benefits!

Company

WelbeHealth

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Unlocking the full potential of our most vulnerable seniors with empathy and love.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$61.23M
2020-02-10Series C· $30M
2018-06-29Series B· $15M
2017-02-08Series A· $15M

Leadership Team

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Si France
Founder & CEO
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Becca Miller Rose
Chief Operating Officer
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