Communications Manager

Alliance of Community Health Plans (ACHP); Maryland; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ACHP seeks an enthusiastic communications professional to execute a strategy that advances its vision and mission. Based in Washington, DC, this full-time, exempt Manager, Communications will work within a fast-paced advocacy environment to shape messages at the intersection of health care, policy, and politics.

The ideal candidate is a skilled writer and editor, capable of managing multiple priorities, developing collateral, and supporting member and external communications with attention to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English or related field.
• Three years of communications experience in complex settings; healthcare/policy nonprofit experience a plus.
• Strong project management abilities with ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher).
• Experience using social media and digital tools to reach target audiences.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with ability to simplify complex issues.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Premiere, Photoshop).

Responsibilities

• Drive consistent coverage of ACHP and member initiatives with media outreach.
• Develop press releases, statements, op-eds and talking points; manage inquiries.
• Create advocacy collateral and manage projects with vendors and consultants.
• Lead external speaking engagements calendar and secure opportunities.
• Assist with event branding and member communications campaigns.

Skills

Communications experience

Project management

Social media

Writing & editing

AI in communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

POSITION: Manager, Communications (Full-time, Exempt)

REPORTS TO: Director of Communications

LOCATION: Washington, D.C.

ALLIANCE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH PLANS

POSITION: Manager, Communications (Full-time, Exempt)

REPORTS TO: Director of Communications

LOCATION: Washington, D.C.

COMPENSATION: $65,000 – $85,000, plus generous benefits package

POSITION SUMMARY

ACHP seeks an enthusiastic communications professional to execute a strategy that advances its vision and mission. As a central member of the communications team, this individual will bring creative and strategic thinking to a fast-paced Washington, DC, advocacy organization.

The successful candidate will be passionate about shaping messages at the intersection of politics, policy, and health care. Working collaboratively across ACHP, this person will help tell the distinctive story of local health plans partnering closely with clinicians.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, skilled writer and editor, and trusted multitasker who can support both external and member communications. This results‑oriented role requires exceptional attention to detail and offers significant opportunities for professional development and career growth.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Media Engagement (35%)

• Partner with the Communications Director to drive consistent coverage of ACHP, its member companies and initiatives.
• Conduct proactive media pushes, manage incoming requests and facilitate interviews.
• Nurture press relationships, including expanding ACHP’s network of reporter contacts.
• Develop press releases, media statements, op-eds and talking points.
• Manage daily monitoring of news clips.
• Oversee media contact databases including national, trade and digital media.

Content Development (30%)

• Create and design high-quality communications collateral, including advocacy one-pagers, issue briefs, infographics, member communications, e-newsletters and the ACHP annual report.
• Project manage multiple communications endeavors, including major reports and publications. Work closely with vendors and external consultants.
• In partnership with other teams, brainstorm and create new collateral and manage updates to existing collateral.
• Serve as backup for social and website content.

Thought Leadership (20%)

• Manage ACHP’s external speaking engagement calendar and research and secure speaking opportunities for ACHP leadership and subject matter experts.
• Maintain policy influencer contact database and communications.
• Assist with speeches/presentations, including slide creation and talking points, for ACHP CEO and other leadership.

Member Engagement (15%)

• Develop marketing strategy, in partnership with Communications Director, for ACHP events, including creating email campaigns and designing event branding and collateral.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with communications leads at member companies.
• Gather and develop member plan stories for use in advocacy and media efforts.
• Demonstrate continued knowledge of industry and member issues.

Other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, English or related field.
• Three years of communications experience in complex settings; health care, policy and/or nonprofit communications experience a plus.
• Strong project management abilities, capable of advancing multiple communications priorities and working independently with a strong sense of urgency under tight deadlines.
• Strong skills using MS Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Publisher).
• Experience using social media and digital tools to reach target audiences.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to boil down complex issues and data into easy-to-understand, compelling messaging.
• Functional proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Premiere, Photoshop).

Preferred

• Knowledge of federal health policy and/or community health plan business is a plus.
• Significant experience using AI in the communications realm with tools such as ChatGPT, Claude and Granola.
• Experience working with the news media, with a record of print media placement a plus.
• Clear understanding of membership organizations and how to elevate the voice of member companies.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is in a hybrid office environment, with three in-office days per week.
• Must reside in the DMV area. Position is hybrid but not remote.
• Some travel required.

COMPANY PROFILE

The Alliance of Community Health Plans (ACHP) represents the nation’s top-performing non-profit health organizations to improve affordability and outcomes in health care. ACHP member organizations embrace a unique partnership model in health care, bringing together health plans and providers on behalf of the patients and communities they serve. ACHP advocates on behalf of its members, highlighting tested solutions impacting communities nationwide and a proven approach that delivers better value for patients, employers and taxpayers.

ACHP is committed to a diverse workforce that respects all points of view. We encourage different perspectives, identities and backgrounds, regardless of job function, to create a more resilient organization that supports a strong, equitable health industry. We foster this by encouraging openness and transparency that creates opportunities for all.

APPLICATION PROCESS

ACHP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions, and a woman's right to breastfeed), disability (physical or mental), age (18 and older), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, matriculation, family responsibilities, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital status, veteran or military status, tobacco use, credit information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.