Chief Policy and Advocacy Officer

National PACE® Association; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The National PACE Association is seeking a Chief Policy and Advocacy Officer to lead its advocacy efforts. This executive role involves developing and implementing strategies to influence policy related to the PACE model of care. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in health care policy, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of advocacy in a non-profit setting. This position offers a flexible, fully remote work arrangement and competitive compensation.

Benefits

100% premium coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in a similar role.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in health care policy.
• Experience managing a team of senior professionals.

Responsibilities

• Leads the Policy and Advocacy division.
• Develops NPA’s policy and advocacy strategy.
• Establishes relationships with Congressional and Administrative offices.

Skills

Policy Analysis

Advocacy

Leadership

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in political science, public administration, health policy or related field

Master’s degree preferred

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The National PACE Association (NPA) provides leadership and support for the growth, innovation, quality and success of the PACE model of care. PACE is a program that allows older adults who need nursing home care to continue living in their homes as long as possible.

What We Seek

We are currently seeking a Chief Policy and Advocacy Officer (CPAO) to lead the Policy and Advocacy division. The CPAO, consistent with NPA’s strategic plan, leads the association’s policy and advocacy priorities and strategies; oversees the association’s policy and advocacy activities, inclusive of federal legislation, regulation and payment as well as support of NPA members and state PACE associations related to state issues; develops and sustains successful grassroots program to support NPA’s direct (staff) led advocacy with Members of Congress and the Administration; manages staff of policy and advocacy professionals with responsibility for setting and achieving the association’s policy objectives.

Responsibilities

·Assesses and analyzes federal and state policy issues to develop NPA’s policy and advocacy strategy

·Establishes strong relationships with Congressional and Administrative offices to advance understanding of PACE and promote PACE policy objectives

·Develops, tracks and adapts NPA’s federal policy agenda and advocacy plan to achieve NPA’s legislative, regulatory and payment objectives

·Works closely with State PACE Associations to coordinate federal and state policy-related advocacy

·Manages team of subject matter experts in Congress, federal administration, state policy and payment

·Leads NPA’s Public Policy Committee to obtain member guidance and communicate NPA’s policy objectives and strategies

·Establishes and develops strategic federal policy partnerships and coalitions

Education

·Bachelor’s degree in political science, public administration, health policy or related field (Master’s degree preferred); or equivalent experience

Experience

·A minimum of 12 years of experience in a similar role, including 5 years of leadership experience, an extensive level of subject matter expertise and non-profit experience.5+ years’ experience working with health care legislators, regulators, and providers (12+ years preferred)

·5+ years’ experience in health care policy issue analysis and development (12+ years preferred)

·5+ years’ experience establishing internal and external partnerships and teams

·5+ years’ experience in customer or membership services, preferably in an association setting

·5+ years’ experience managing a team of senior professionals

Working Conditions

Flexible, fully remote work arrangement, including telework, offered; Small, fast paced team environment with moderate noise levels. Normal sitting and standing activities for an office environment. Use of phones and computers for extended periods of time. Utilize office equipment and communication technologies for conference calls and teleconference meetings/webinars.

Compensation and Benefits

·Full-time, exempt position with competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

·Excellent benefits package; NPA pays 100% of the employee’s premium for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage, AD&D coverage, and Long-Term Care coverage.

·Retirement savings plan.

·Generous paid time off program.

Applications should be submitted by Friday, May 30, 2025. Due to the large volume of resumes expected to be received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you need assistance or accommodations submitting your application materials, please contact us at [e-mail]. For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter on our website at https://app.trinethire.com/companies/35815-national-pace-association/jobs/108158-chief-policy-and-advocacy-officer

NPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

NPA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.

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  Executive

Employment type

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  Full-time

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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