National Governors Association · 6 days ago
Policy Analyst (Health)
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $90K/yr
1+ years expThe National Governors Association is a bipartisan organization of Governors from the 55 states, territories, and commonwealths. They are seeking a Policy Analyst (Health) to support Governors and state leaders on various health policy issues, facilitating events and providing technical assistance.
AssociationGovernmentNon Profit
Responsibilities
Organize and facilitate state learning opportunities including virtual, in-person, and hybrid events such as workshops, seminars, meetings, and presentations
Facilitate panel discussions, state strategy sessions, and other events for Governors, senior state policy staff, and key stakeholders on state program and policy issues
Provide state technical assistance for multiple program and policy issues
Provide ‘best practice’ information and consultative support to Governors and their senior advisors in response to requests for assistance
Develop blog posts, white papers, issue briefs, presentations, and memos on policy issues and best practices of relevance to Governors and senior state policymakers
Build and maintain relationships with high-level policymakers and key stakeholders
Be committed to NGA’s mission and goals to constructively serve the needs of all Governors
Demonstrate a commitment to NGA’s mission and goals to constructively serve the needs of all Governors
Other duties as assigned by supervisor, Deputy Director or Director, Center for Best Practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferably in public policy or related field
One to three years working in areas of policies and programs that are within the health policy portfolio
Substantive knowledge and experience working on a wide range of public health policy and state policy approaches to addressing public health
General knowledge of health policy issues that may include behavioral health, health care and public health
Foundational content knowledge in federal and state policy in the issue area
Ability to support multiple technical assistance projects
Ability to manage competing project deadlines and responsibilities
Ability to execute written communication and synthesize complex issues into audience-appropriate policy considerations and recommendations
Ability to work independently, set priorities and problem-solve multiple issues at the same time
Ability to support and organize events with the support of the Events team
Ability to support multiple projects, work with high-level state policymakers in a variety of settings, and respond effectively to their needs for information and technical assistance
Strong customer-service orientation and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively work with colleagues, partner organizations and a variety of high-ranking state policymakers
Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting and re-purposing research and best practices for policymakers in a timely and effective manner
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal forms, with emphasis on ability to communicate with policy-making audiences
Flexibility and adaptability to working in multiple programs and policy issues
Knowledge and understanding of MS Office suite
Willingness to travel, as necessary
Preferred
Experience working with Governors
Experience working in federal or state agencies or in non-profit organizations
Candidates with commensurate lived experience
Benefits
Healthcare
Comprehensive, competitive benefits package
Company
National Governors Association
The National Governors Association (NGA) is the bipartisan organization of the nation’s governors.
Founded in 1908Washington, District of Columbia, USA
51-200 employees
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