Associate Officer, Public Policy & Advocacy

Compensation: USD 48,848 – USD 61,060 yearly

Company Description
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is on a mission to create a world where no mother, child, or family is devastated by HIV and AIDS. Join us in our fight for an AIDS-free generation.

Job Description
Title: Associate Officer, Public Policy and Advocacy
Location: Washington, DC or Remote
Reports To: Associate Director, Communications & Digital Strategy
Classification: Full-time, exempt

The Associate Officer, Public Policy and Advocacy, functions as an integral part of the Public Policy and Advocacy (PPA) team reporting to the Advisor, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, PPA. The Associate Officer works on U.S. and global policy and advocacy efforts to advance EGPAF priorities in the U.S. and around the world.

The Associate Officer will contribute significantly to the success of EGPAF’s recently awarded Common Ground for Global Health project. This project aims to revitalize support for U.S.-led global health initiatives, with a particular focus on Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH), as well as HIV. The project highlights how pivotal U.S. investments have shaped countries, communities, and families while bolstering U.S. prosperity, health, and security. It draws on EGPAF’s extensive global experience, trusted Congressional and global health relationships, and a network of global leaders to enhance educational and advocacy efforts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Support the Common Ground for Global Health project, including event planning, collateral development, documentation, and other tasks as needed.

Research relevant global health policy issues, especially those related to ending pediatric HIV and AIDS, women’s health, and global maternal, newborn, and child health.

Monitor and analyze legislation pertaining to key priorities including global health and development, HIV research, maternal and child health, and domestic HIV.

Develop policy and advocacy materials including issue briefs, talking points, and one-pagers to educate policymakers and the public about ongoing priorities and challenges in pediatric HIV and maternal and child health.

Represent EGPAF and the Common Ground for Global Health project in external settings such as community roundtable meetings and on Capitol Hill.

Oversee team assets, including updating public policy and advocacy sections of the website, intranet, staff newsletter, leadership updates, and organizing/tracking materials and requests.

Collaborate with the global Public Policy and Advocacy team to create synergies across geographic priorities.

Work with the External Affairs team to drive media advocacy and digital communications on strategic issues relevant to the PPA team and the Common Ground for Global Health project.

Provide administrative support to ensure key components of the project are completed successfully and on time.

Assist with other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of professional experience. Capitol Hill, public policy, or global health experience related to HIV or maternal child health preferred.

Bachelor’s degree required.

Excellent verbal and written skills, with ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Proven ability to build trust and communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including government officials, international partners, donors, and internal teams.

Ability to navigate complex and sensitive issues with professionalism and empathy.

Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize, take initiative, and follow through.

Proven ability to work effectively and multi-task as part of a dynamic inter-departmental team in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

Salary Range
The expected salary range for this position is $48,848 (minimum) to $61,060 (midpoint) annually in the Washington, DC Metro area. For US-based remote staff, EGPAF uses geographical ranges based on the candidate’s location and cost of labor. Actual base salary will be determined by qualifications, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, external market data, and budget.

Benefits
EGPAF offers a comprehensive range of benefits tailored to each country. Benefits in the U.S. include:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

403b retirement plan (5% employer matching)

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Paid time off: 15 days/year for 1-3 years of service, 20 days/year for 4+ years

Sick leave: 7 days/year

Person days: 2 per year

11 public holidays

EGPAF is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating equal opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. EGPAF complies with U.S. nondiscrimination laws in every location where the Foundation has facilities.

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