COORDINATOR, POLICY

POSITION SUMMARY: The Coordinator, Policy, will assist the NHC Policy team in driving the NHC’s policy and advocacy agenda.

REPORTS TO: Vice President, Policy & Government Affairs.

SALARY RANGE: $52,000 - $60,000

The NHC offers a competitive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental benefits with premiums fully paid by the organization.

LOCATION: This position is located in Washington, DC. The National Health Council supports a hybrid workplace. Employees must be able and willing to work on site at least three days per week, pending federal and local health authority guidance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop agendas and develop/compile materials for NHC meetings
• Develop advocacy materials such as issue briefs, fact sheets, reports, and slide presentations
• Provide support in managing a team of consultants and their deliverables
• Serve as project lead on an assortment of NHC policy initiatives
• Provide meeting and logistical support (i.e. scheduling meetings, taking and/or distributing minutes)
• Attend hearings, briefings, coalition meetings, and conferences and prepare summaries
• Draft, edit, and send routine correspondence and memoranda
• Perform general administrative support as needed (i.e., managing databases, scheduling meetings, assisting with office-wide administrative duties, and processing reimbursable expenses)
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Understand, demonstrate, and support the NHC’s mission and values. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least two years of experience, preferably with a nonprofit or health organization
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Microsoft SharePoint, CVENT, and Zoom preferred
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Self-motivated and ability to work proactively and independently when necessary
• Ability to troubleshoot and work well under pressure
  
  

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (political science, public health, health policy, health care administration, or related field)

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants should submit the following items to NHCPositions@nhcouncil.org with the subject “Coordinator, Policy”:

• Cover Letter describing the applicant’s experience and interests in the NHC’s mission and priorities
• Resume
• List of three references with name, title, organization, email address and telephone number