Senior Policy Coordinator

California Pan-Ethnic Health Network; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement contributions

Sabbatical leave

PTO (paid time off)

Sick leave

Professional development funds

Job summary

The California Pan-Ethnic Health Network (CPEHN) is seeking a full-time Senior Policy Coordinator to advance health equity by researching, analyzing, and advocating on social determinants of health and racial/ethnic disparities.

The role provides support to CPEHN’s community partner networks, offers capacity building and technical assistance, and coordinates meetings and trainings to strengthen policy priorities across California's diverse communities.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of professional experience in health policy, social work, public policy, health equity, or related fields.
• 2–4 years of professional or lived experience addressing health and social issues affecting historically oppressed communities.
• At least 1 year working with a community-based non-profit.

Responsibilities

• Conduct policy research and analysis at national, state, and local levels with an equity lens.
• Develop written policy reports and recommendations for dissemination to partners and policymakers.
• Provide technical assistance, trainings, and capacity building for local partners on policy priorities.
• Organize meetings, trainings, and advocacy events for networks and coalitions, including logistics and follow-up.
• Develop and maintain authentic relationships with CPEHN's network of community partners.

Skills

Policy research

Equity focus

Project management

Written communication

Event coordination

Job description

The California Pan-Ethnic Health Network (CPEHN) is seeking a full-time Senior Policy Coordinator. CPEHN is a statewide health policy organization focused on addressing racial and ethnic health disparities. CPEHN works closely with communities of color across the state to elevate local voices and health issues to state and local policymakers and help communities of color advance policy change and structural reform that creates equitable conditions for their communities.

The Senior Policy Coordinator will conduct policy research, analysis and advocacy focused on addressing the social and systemic determinants of health and health inequalities. Additionally, this position is responsible for supporting CPEHN’s community partner networks. This includes providing technical support, capacity building, overall programmatic support, developing partner relationships, and planning and supporting meetings and events.

We are looking for someone to join our team who is passionate about health equity and has a background in health policy analysis and research and experience working with community partners. Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives working in a collaborative environment and has experience with data analysis. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned advocate to apply their skills and be a part of a fantastic team working to improve health equity in communities of color in California.

This position may be based anywhere in California. CPEHN maintains physical offices in Oakland, Sacramento, and Los Angeles and has a hybrid work policy (air traveled required). CPEHN has a mandatory up-to-date COVID-19 vaccine policy.

Key Job Duties

• Conduct national, state and local policy research and analysis, including qualitative and quantitative data related to CPEHN’s policy projects.
• Develop written policy reports, recommendations, and presentations with a racial and social equity lens on CPEHN’s policy.
• Provide technical assistance and capacity such as presentations and trainings for local partners on policy priorities and advocacy strategies.
• Organize meetings, trainings and advocacy engagement for CPEHN’s networks and coalitions both virtually and in person. This includes meeting logistics, agenda development, facilitation, note-taking, listserv management, communications, and follow-up’s.
• Develop and maintain meaningful and authentic relationships with CPEHN’s network of community.

Essential Skills

• Experience conducting policy research and analysis with a racial and health equity lens.
• Experience working with community partners to support policy advocacy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
• Strong writing skills including proofreading and editing.
• Experience scheduling, managing electronic files, and other administrative tasks.
• Event management experience, especially virtual logistics (Zoom, creating programs and agendas, outreach and relationship management with speakers).
• Cultural humility and ability to understand issues impacting all communities of color.

Required Qualifications

• 2-4 years of professional experience in the field of health policy, social work, public policy, health equity, community health education, or related fields.
• 2-4 years of professional or lived experience focused on addressing or advocating on the health and social issues that impact historically oppressed or disadvantaged communities.
• At least 1 year working with a community-based non‑profit.

Compensation and Benefits

$70,000 – $72,000 (DOE). At CPEHN, we understand the importance of benefits and how they contribute to the overall well‑being of our staff. We provide excellent benefits (100% employer paid health and dental insurance, up to 10% employer retirement contributions, sabbatical leave, generous PTO with 1 week winter holiday every year, front‑loaded sick leave, and more). CPEHN provides all employees with professional development funds to grow and hone skills relevant to their work.

Culture

We center equity at the heart of our culture, which can be seen in our hiring, salary transparency, and our commitment to the growth of our staff. We pride ourselves in uplifting a healthy work‑life balance, which includes monthly “Slow Fridays” to encourage our team to take vacation, weekly “Fun Time,” annual “Fun Days” to allow break time and opportunity for fun, and a hybrid work schedule.

CPEHN is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. Bilingual individuals are encouraged to apply.