Policy Analyst - Washington, United States - National Governors Association

National Governors Association

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Washington, United States

3 weeks ago

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Description

TITLE:
Policy Analyst (Health)

ORGANIZATION:
National Governors Association

LOCATION:
Washington, DC

DURATION:
Full Time

POSITION STATUS:
Exempt

REPORTS TO:
Program Director (Public Health)

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

Founded in 1908, the National Governors Association is the bipartisan organization of Governors from the 55 states, territories and commonwealths.

NGA's mission is to share best practices, address issues of national and state interest, and drive innovative solutions that improve state government and support the principles of federalism.

NGA's Center for Best Practices is the policy and research arm that helps Governors develop and implement solutions to public policy challenges.

NGA's Government Relations group assists in ensuring the voice of Governors are heard in Congress, and the Executive Branch and NGA's Communications team collaborates with Governors' offices to amplify bipartisan messaging and strategy.

Throughout the year, NGA convenes Governors and senior advisors for meaningful discourse, problem-solving and thought leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POLICY ANALYST (HEALTH)
NGA is looking to add a Policy Analyst to our Center for Best Practice team. This position will report to a Program Director overseeing health policy issues.

The Policy Analyst's primary responsibilities will be to support Governors on matters related to a variety of health policy issues that may include:

social determinants of health, public health infrastructure, public health workforce, public health data modernization, rural health, chronic disease, infectious disease, immunizations, maternal and child health, Medicaid and other aspects of public health.

Other important responsibilities of the Policy Analyst include:

Organize and facilitate state learning opportunities including virtual, in-person, and hybrid events such as workshops, seminars, meetings, and presentations;
Facilitate panel discussions, state strategy sessions, and other events for Governors, senior state policy staff, and key stakeholders on state program and policy issues;
Provide state technical assistance for multiple program and policy issues;
Provide 'best practice' information and consultative support to Governors and their senior advisors in response to requests for assistance;
Develop blog posts, white papers, issue briefs, presentations, and memos on policy issues and best practices of relevance to Governors and senior state policymakers;
Build and maintain relationships with highlevel policymakers and key stakeholders;
Be committed to NGA's mission and goals to constructively serve the needs of all Governors;
Demonstrate a commitment to NGA's mission and goals to constructively serve the needs of all Governors; and
Other duties as assigned by supervisor, Deputy Director or Director, Center for Best Practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Have foundational content knowledge in federal and state policy in the issue area;
Support multiple technical assistance projects;
Manage competing project deadlines and responsibilities
Execute written communication and synthesize complex issues into audienceappropriate policy considerations and recommendations;
Work independently, set priorities and problemsolve multiple issues at the same time;
Support and organize events with the support of the Events team;
Support multiple projects, work with highlevel state policymakers in a variety of settings, and respond effectively to their needs for information and technical assistance;
Have strong customerservice orientation and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively work with colleagues, partner organizations and a variety of highranking state policymakers;
Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting and repurposing research and best practices for policymakers in a timely and effective manner;
Communicate effectively in verbal forms, with emphasis on ability to communicate with policymaking audiences;
Be flexible and adaptable to working in multiple programs and policy issues;
Have knowledge and understanding of MS Office suite; and
Travel, as necessary.

HOW TO APPLY

Your resume highlighting your education, experience, and direct transferable skills

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. NGA is committed to providing a productive and safe environment. To achieve that goal, we conduct background and reference check investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment.

WORKING AT THE NATIONAL GOVERNORS ASSOCIATION
NGA staff proudly serve our nation's Governors daily and it's our mission to ensure we offer a
comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support the needs of NGA employees.

NGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/D/F/V). NGA is committed to fostering an energetic, collabora