Governmental Affairs Manager

Governmental Affairs Manager

Background

American Cochlear Implant Alliance (ACI Alliance) is a non-profit organization of cochlear implant clinicians from across the care continuum, educators, scientists, parents and consumers. Its mission is to advance access to cochlear implantation through research, advocacy and awareness.

Located in McLean, VA outside of Washington, DC, this member-driven organization is seeking a motivated, experienced individual to support members’ involvement in national and state healthcare activities that promote access to the cochlear implant intervention, direct national activities, and engage and coordinate with like-minded organizations.

More information about cochlear implants may be found on the website: www.acialliance.org. A description of ACI Alliance Advocacy may be found on the website here: www.acialliance.org/page/AdvocacyInitiatives.

Position Description

This position leads the organization’s involvement in national policy and supports the grassroots network of volunteer advocates. The successful applicant will generate interest and excitement in our public affairs work.

With the expected shift in healthcare decision-making from the federal government to states, ACI Alliance will provide enhanced support to our members to advance state-based activities. The Governmental Affairs professional manages the volunteer network and their advocacy efforts including tracking state and federal legislation, developing materials, coordinating activities, providing direct guidance, and coordinating efforts at the national level.

Participation in coalition activities helps provide perspective on how other general disability, as well as hearing loss-specific organizations, are approaching the national healthcare environment. The individual participates and represents the organization with other healthcare and disability organizations in Washington, DC, working directly with members of Congress.

The position requires the ability to lead meetings, speak at events, and write for in-house and external publications. The position is remote, though ACI Alliance staff meet in person and with other organizations in the Washington area periodically. Travel is minimal, though there is an expectation that all staff will attend the organization’s annual conference and, on occasion, others’ conferences.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a minimum of an undergraduate degree (graduate degree in a related public or governmental affairs field preferred) and at least three years of relevant experience in government and public affairs activities at the state and/or national levels.

We are seeking an energetic individual with strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to motivate and support others to take action. The individual selected for the position will report to the organization’s Executive Director.

The position is open immediately, though the start date is somewhat flexible. Salary is commensurate with experience.

To Apply

Send a letter of interest indicating your perspective on how the position might be organized and a CV to: [email protected]. Please do not call the office with inquiries.