Medica · 11 hours ago
Government Relations Manager
Minnetonka, Minnesota, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$77K/yr - $116K/yr
3+ years expMedica is a nonprofit health plan serving communities in multiple states. The Government Relations Manager will support the Sr. Director of Government Relations by researching and analyzing legislative issues, developing public policy strategies, and representing Medica at various meetings to advocate for organizational interests.
Health CareMedical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Research and analyze legislative issues and assist in the development of company policy and advocacy strategies
Represent Medica at trade association and stakeholder meetings to advocate for organizational interests
Monitor and track legislation across Medica’s service area; provide timely updates through written reports and verbal briefings and attend legislative hearings in Minnesota
Draft a variety of written materials, including testimony, letters, position papers, and legislative updates and engage with policymakers as necessary
Coordinate and partner on key public affairs and communications initiatives for external audiences such as community stakeholders, advocates, policymakers and the public
Assist in the development of grassroots strategies to advance organizational priorities, including engaging community partners, participating in or managing coalitions, and supporting stakeholder engagement efforts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, or a related field or equivalent experience
3 or more years of experience in government affairs, public policy, legislative advocacy, or a related field
Working knowledge of the legislative process in Minnesota
Willingness to learn about the legislative process of other states including Wisconsin, Nebraska, Missouri, North Dakota and others as needed
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage tasks independently
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Preferred
Experience supporting public affairs or communication efforts, such as drafting policy-facing content, advocacy materials, talking points, or digital content in partnership with communications or marketing teams
Health policy and/or insurance policy background or experience is a plus
Interest in learning more about health insurance policy, Medicaid policy and the legislative process
Understanding of heavily regulated business operating environment
Demonstrated experience in advocacy, grassroots engagement or coalition management, including working with community organizations, stakeholders or advocates to advance public policy or public affairs objectives
Benefits
Competitive medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Holidays
Paid volunteer time off
401K contributions
Caregiver services
Many other benefits to support our employees
Company
Medica
Medica is a company that provides health coverage to meet customers needs for health plan.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Naylor
President and CEO
Jeni Alm
Vice President, Provider Partnerships and Solutions
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