Sr. Strategist, Government Affairs/Community Engagement (32103686)

This FTE will report to the Director, Local Government Affairs

Major Responsibilities:

• ​​Multidisciplinary representative of the organization in the market, advancing the priorities of community engagement, government affairs, local operations team, and the Enterprise also, Works well in a matrixed organization. Collaborate regularly with other support departments such as the Communications team. Reinforce the organization’s brand identity and guidelines.  
• ​Develops and supports the organization’s interest in the local community. At the direction of the Director and AVP of Community Engagement, supports the development and execution from creation, distribution, management, and implementation of defined community engagement programs. Manages a wide range of relationships with community partners, internal and external stakeholders, and track interactions with these groups. Maintains and utilizes community engagement tracking tools to provide a full record of activities to compile data and develop reports. Participates in meetings, events, symposiums, or initiatives, in community engagement involvement by providing regular updates identifying challenges and reporting on a project plan. Serves as a representative for Advocate Health on committees (internal and external community coalitions). Builds and maintains strategic partnerships with community stakeholders including local elected officials, nonprofits, corporate partners, public health officials, and foundations while continually assessing and making recommendations for community contributions and mutually beneficial engagement opportunities. 
• ​Manages all the various government interests in the market and advances the Government Affairs strategy and goals. At the direction of the Director and AVP of Government Affairs, builds and maintains relationships with local elected officials, policy makers, and external stakeholders to establish Advocate Health as the content expert on matters relating to our operations in the communities we serve. Promotes the views of Advocate Health with City, County, and local municipalities staff and agency leaders to promote sound healthcare policy decisions. Advances the state agenda locally, as directed by AVP of Government Affairs.   Facilitates meetings and the development of relationships between Advocate Health local executives and/or service line leaders and elected officials. Prepares talking points and other collateral materials as needed. Monitors and analyzes legislation, resolutions, and budget provisions related to healthcare and workforce which could impact operations at Advocate Health. Conducts in-depth policy research and creates strategies to advance Advocate Health’s legislative agenda. Coordinate with the Federal Affairs team on multifaceted policy opportunities and engagement. Identifies areas of potential advocacy and external funding opportunities when appropriate whether through local, state, or federal government of other external organizations. Participates and shares leadership with Community Engagement in local businesses organizations/chambers. 

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• None

Education Required:

• Bachelor's degree in related fields such as public relations, public health, public affairs, human service-related communications, or marketing, business, or public policy.    

Experience Required:

• ​​​​5 years of experience required in community relations, non-profit management, corporate giving, or corporate responsibility. Familiarity with corporate social responsibility programs, local community organizations, programs, local government, policy issues, and nonprofit groups.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• ​​​​Knowledge of basic legislative process for local governments​ 
• ​​Understanding of various budget processes within county, city, and municipal governments​ 
• ​​Excellent communication skills, both verbal and in writing​ 
• ​Ability to take complicated facts and scenarios and consolidate them into something consumable by elected officials​ 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

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This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Pay Range

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program