VP - Government Affairs (Healthcare)

TL;DR

VP - Government Affairs (Healthcare): Leading and executing federal government relations strategy to advance legislative, regulatory, and policy priorities with an accent on stakeholder engagement across the Executive Branch and Congress. Focus on designing advocacy initiatives and overseeing external consultants to ensure strategic alignment with organizational goals.

Location: Remote (USA). Must be based in the US, excluding AK, HI, CA, WA, OR, CO, WY, MT, NY, CT, VT, PA, ME. Washington, D.C. area preferred.

Salary: $319,301 - $450,099 USD

Company

G.E.H.A is a nonprofit member association providing health and dental benefits to millions of federal employees, retirees, and their families.

What you will do

• Develop and execute a comprehensive federal government affairs strategy aligned with the organization's mission and business objectives.
• Monitor and assess legislative, regulatory, and political developments affecting federal healthcare programs.
• Represent the organization in interactions with federal policymakers, regulators, and trade associations.
• Lead advocacy initiatives to favorably influence legislation and public policy outcomes.
• Oversee and coordinate the activities of external government affairs consultants and public relations partners.
• Manage strategic relationships with OPM, members of Congress, and administration officials.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Government, Law, Healthcare Administration, or a related field (Advanced degree preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in government affairs, federal advocacy, or public policy.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing successful federal government relations strategies.
• Deep understanding of federal healthcare policy, Congress, and the regulatory process.
• Experience managing external lobbying, consulting, and public affairs firms.
• Must reside in a permitted US state (excluding AK, HI, CA, WA, OR, CO, WY, MT, NY, CT, VT, PA, ME).

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and incentive plan.
• Health, vision, and dental benefits effective on day one.
• 401(k) retirement plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% plus a 6% annual company contribution.
• Paid Time Off and Personal Community Enrichment Time.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Robust employee well-being program.