Director, Government Relations & Political Advocacy

Reports to: **Head of Government Relations**

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## Description

The Director, Government Relations and Political Advocacy plays a key role within the Federation of American Hospitals’ (FAH) Public Affairs team, responsible for managing the organization’s Political Action Committee (**FedPAC**) and supporting the implementation of FAH’s advocacy agenda. This role involves high‑level engagement with members of Congress, legislative staff, and other policymakers to advance the policy priorities of FAH’s member hospitals. The Director plays a pivotal role in executing FAH’s advocacy strategy and fostering grassroots political engagement.

The position requires collaboration with senior executives and cross‑functional teams, including government affairs, communications, legal, policy, and operations, in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.

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## Key Responsibilities

### **Political Action Committee (PAC) Management**

– **FedPAC administration** — Direct the administration of FedPAC, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
– **Fundraising & events** — Develop and execute FedPAC fundraising and events, including planning and managing high‑profile FAH‑hosted political events.
– **Compliance reporting** — Oversee all compliance reporting, including FEC filings, LD‑2 and LD‑203 reports, and other regulatory disclosures under the direction of General Counsel.
– **Financial operations** — Manage internal FedPAC financial operations, including budgeting, reconciliation, disbursements, and receipts.
– **Annual solicitation** — Lead the annual FedPAC solicitation process and maintain the PAC database.
– **Stakeholder engagement** — Cultivate relationships with external partners and political stakeholders to enhance PAC engagement.

### **Government Relations**

– **Congressional relationships** — Develop, strengthen, and manage strategic relationships with members of Congress, senior legislative staff, and the White House.
– **Advocacy strategy** — Contribute to the development and execution of advocacy strategies to advance FAH’s federal policy objectives.
– **Legislative monitoring** — Monitor, analyze, and communicate legislative and regulatory developments that impact the organization and its members.
– **Representation** — Represent FAH at meetings with policymakers, coalitions, and industry stakeholders.
– **Advocacy materials** — Draft and oversee the creation of advocacy materials, including letters to Congress, statements for the record, briefing memos, and presentations.

### **Advocacy**

– **Grassroots strategy** — Collaborate with FAH External Affairs colleagues to develop and implement strategies to amplify grassroots advocacy efforts in support of FAH’s policy goals.
– **Member engagement** — Work cross‑functionally to facilitate FAH member engagement with policymakers through grassroots campaigns.

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## Experience and Qualifications

– **Government relations experience** — 5–7+ years of experience in government relations, political advocacy, or a related role within a Congressional office, trade association, political campaign, or health care organization.
– **Relationship building** — Proven ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, legislative staff, and coalition partners.
– **Legislative knowledge** — In‑depth understanding of federal legislative and political processes.
– **PAC management** — Experience managing Political Action Committees (PACs) and political advocacy initiatives preferred.
– **Advocacy campaigns** — Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic advocacy campaigns.
– **Communication skills** — Exceptional organizational, written, and oral communication skills, including the ability to craft persuasive policy documents and advocacy materials.
– **Project management** — Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
– **Professionalism** — High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.

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## Compensation

Salary Range: **$100,000–$150,000**

FAH offers comprehensive health insurance coverage to eligible employees.

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## Work Location

The Director position is based at FAH’s Washington, D.C. headquarters. The role requires in‑office presence Monday through Thursday, with an optional remote day on Fridays. FAH also offers **20 additional “work from anywhere” days** annually.

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## HOW TO APPLY

Submit a resume to Robyn Goodwine at **[email protected]**.