What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager � Healthcare Policy & State/Federal Government Affairs position at MDA Edge?
Job Summary: Our client is seeking a manager focused on state and federal government affairs to join its growing Federal Policy, Advocacy, and Consulting (FPAC) practice. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of healthcare policy and legislative advocacy, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients across a wide range of public policy issues.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Track and summarize state and federal legislation, committee activity, government reports, and related materials.
- Develop advocacy content, including bill summaries, infographics, letters, and strategic communications.
- Build and maintain bipartisan relationships with Congressional offices and state lawmakers.
- Lead or support direct advocacy efforts at both the state and federal levels on behalf of clients.
- Train and prepare advocates to effectively share their stories and policy positions in state legislatures and on Capitol Hill.
- Contribute to the development and execution of client policy and advocacy strategies.
- Manage relationships with clients' state-based lobbyists and coordinate on-the-ground efforts.
- Engage with coalitions and trade associations to support broader stakeholder alignment.
- 2 to 4 years of experience in state and/or federal policy, with a strong focus on healthcare.
- Experience with Medicaid is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a bipartisan manner and engage effectively with various stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex policy information.
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships with clients, policymakers, and advocacy partners.
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000
