Capitol Hill Health Policy Champion

Kaiser Permanente; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente, based in Washington, D.C., seeks an Executive Director, Federal Government Relations to lead the federal advocacy agenda, manage a portfolio of enterprise priorities, and represent the organization before Congress and federal policymakers.

The role demands strategic leadership, strong relationships with congressional offices, and the ability to translate priorities into coordinated federal engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum twelve (12) years of relevant professional experience.
• Minimum ten (10) years in federal, state, or local government relations, health policy, public affairs, or closely related field.
• Minimum five (5) years leading complex advocacy initiatives, government relations functions, teams, or high-profile campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of comprehensive federal advocacy strategies for Kaiser Permanente's highest-priority issues.
• Serve as a senior advocate before Congress, congressional committees, and other federal policymakers.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with Members of Congress and committee staff.
• Support engagement with national trade associations, coalitions, and external stakeholders.
• Identify legislative opportunities and risks and recommend actions to advance enterprise objectives.
• Partner with Policy, Public Affairs, Permanente Medical Groups, Risant Health, and other leaders to align priorities.
• Provide strategic counsel and policy updates to senior leaders on congressional activity and political developments.
• Develop congressional champions and expand Kaiser Permanente's influence with policymakers.
• Supervise and mentor assigned Directors to foster a high-performing advocacy team.
• Represent Kaiser Permanente at hearings, stakeholder meetings, and conferences.
• Support the Vice President in advancing departmental priorities and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure activities comply with lobbying disclosure and ethics requirements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Advocacy

Policy communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kaiser Permanente, based in Washington, D.C., seeks an Executive Director, Federal Government Relations to lead the federal advocacy agenda, manage a portfolio of enterprise priorities, and represent the organization before Congress and federal policymakers.

The role demands strategic leadership, strong relationships with congressional offices, and the ability to translate priorities into coordinated federal engagement.