The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is the largest manufacturing association in the United States, representing manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states. The mission of the NAM is to be the voice for all manufacturing in the United States.
Job Title:
Director, Health Care Policy
Division:
External Affairs
Department:
Policy
Reports To:
Vice President, Domestic Policy
FLSA Status/Level:
Exempt/Senior Professional
Position Overview:
The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is seeking a Director of Health Care Policy. The Director of Health Care Policy serves as a key advisor, issue expert and lobbyist for the NAM and its members on a range of issues, including biopharmaceutical innovation, employer-sponsored health coverage, retirement benefits, transparency, supply chain resiliency, pricing and more.
This position is responsible for analyzing legislative and regulatory proposals and working with the VP of Domestic Policy to develop and execute legislative and regulatory strategies on designated issues to advance manufacturers' priorities. This person will also be responsible for working closely with key internal stakeholders, including membership (to identify issues and communicate updates on priority items), public affairs and marketing (to inform NAM advocacy campaigns, demonstrate value to our membership on assigned issues and identify opportunities to enhance NAM’s public-facing work), and legal (to analyze statutory and procedural impacts of legislative and regulatory proposals).
The successful candidate has a track record of working successfully with policymakers on the designated issues and is able to analyze and communicate complex issues clearly and succinctly to a variety of audiences. Experience with public speaking, including engagement with the media, is preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work proactively and collaboratively with other policy experts and internal groups to develop and execute advocacy strategies.
- Serve as a voice for manufacturers before relevant policymakers on Capitol Hill and in the Administration.
- Work closely with key leaders at the NAM's 14,000 member companies to identify policy priorities.
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders about the NAM's policy work.
- Ensure that the NAM is responsive to the needs of manufacturers on the assigned policy issues.
- At the discretion of NAM leadership, this position may be used for background press interviews.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 8+ years of related Capitol Hill, Executive Branch and/or Association policy development experience.
- Exceptional understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, quality and goal-driven environment.
Salary Range:
$106,000 – 140,000 annually. This salary range represents a good faith estimate of the lowest to the highest salary for this position. The final salary offered will be based on qualifications and experience.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The NAM is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome and celebrate everyone’s uniqueness at the NAM. We provide equal opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
We also consider qualified applicants with conviction histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. At the NAM, we believe in second chances! The NAM is committed to offering equal employment opportunities to all. We only require that you have the qualifications, talent and passion to be successful in your role.
The NAM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at humanresources@nam.org.
The NAM is the largest manufacturing association in the United States and one of the nation’s most influential advocates for manufacturing. By joining the NAM, you become part of a spirited and dynamic team that is driven to succeed. We recognize and reward our staff with competitive pay and annual performance-based bonus programs. We offer an outstanding benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) salary deferral plan with employer match and contributions, vacation and sick leave, complimentary on-site gym access and healthy snacks in the break room. Become part of a fast-paced team passionate about keeping the United States the world leader in manufacturing.
Get involved. Make an impact. Join the NAM team.
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