State Advocacy Coordinator

Overview

• Coordinate and execute state advocacy initiatives to advance health policy objectives and legislative priorities for the client.
• Serve as the primary liaison for the State Advocacy Committee, ensuring alignment with governance and strategic goals.
• Monitor and analyze state health policy developments, providing actionable insights and updates to stakeholders.
• Develop and distribute advocacy materials, including position papers, articles, and educational resources, to support legislative efforts.
• Engage with state medical societies and sections to gather intelligence and foster collaboration on policy matters.
• Assist in organizing and executing advocacy events, such as summits and policy forums, to promote legislative priorities.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive advocacy initiatives and achieve strategic objectives.
• Provide comprehensive analysis and commentary on legislative resolutions impacting the client’s interests.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Implement and evaluate state legislative agendas, tracking developments and assessing their impact on organizational priorities.
• Coordinate committee meetings, prepare agendas, and document minutes to ensure effective communication and decision-making.
• Research and create advocacy materials tailored to stakeholder needs and legislative goals.
• Conduct outreach to build networks and strengthen support for advocacy initiatives.
• Plan and execute advocacy events, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies and objectives.
• Monitor state legislation, providing detailed analysis and actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align state and federal advocacy efforts effectively.
• Draft official communications and responses to legislative issues impacting health policy priorities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Relations, Health Policy, or a related field is required.
• 1-5 years of experience in advocacy, legislative processes, or health policy is essential.
• Strong understanding of state legislative processes and health regulation policies.
• Excellent analytical, project management, and communication skills to manage complex initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for effective document and data management.
• Experience in researching health legislation and strategic advocacy planning.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• Willingness to travel moderately for meetings and events as required.