Policy & Advocacy Manager (Finance)

Position Summary:

Our Policy & Advocacy Manager advocates for public policy and conducts research to provide valuable insights of local challenges and opportunities that help address access to care and non-medical drivers of health in support of their communities through the advancement of public policy. They accomplish this by building local relationships and serving as a resource for local elected officials to champion for prioritized public policies, building capacity for Advocacy Partners through funded contracts, providing local advocacy training programs, and assisting in implementation of local solutions through championing bold initiatives and securing necessary resources to advance policy priorities in alignment with MHM's policy priorities. They also oversee a team of Policy Analysts, Community Advocacy Specialists and interns who serve in a similar manner across various MHM supported regions.

Salary:

Annual salary rate begins at $88,429.00. Mid range at $110,536.00. Actual starting rate will be commensurate with experience and education.

Essential Duties:

Public Policy & Advocacy:

• Be a regional expert - working with local groups to know what regional needs are.
• Enhance community services and programs by gathering local data that generates community insights.
• Oversee, lead the development of, and deliver local advocacy training program.
• Represent community needs through a strong presence in local forums.
• Build local relationships and serve as a resource for local elected officials to champion for prioritized public policies.
• Oversee and lead the implementation of local solutions through championing bold initiatives and securing necessary resources to advance policy priorities.
• Convene local partners through a community forum to advance public policy by gaining support and visibility on areas of concern and common interest.

Contract Management:

• Oversee and manage a diverse portfolio of funded advocacy partners and execute on policy and advocacy-related contracts including contract negotiation, monitoring, budget expenditures, and deliverable review.
• Adhere to change control guidelines for contracts.
• Monitor contract budget utilization and variance while ensuring contracts are executed within predetermined timelines.
• Identify, evaluate and recommend new key strategic partners to be determined beneficial to MHM's mission to address systemic inequities.

Program Management and Research & Education:

• Conduct advanced research of local challenges to identify opportunities and partner with community leaders to propose solutions and public policy initiatives.

Communications & Partnerships:

• Coordinate and communicate with internal MHM departments to educate on the value of public policy and advocacy initiatives.
• Serve as a regional public policy contact for MHM supporting advocacy needs of local team members and their communities.
• Create, nurture and maintain strong relationships with local partners, including elected officials, faith communities, community-based organizations, schools, and other nonprofits.

Operational Excellence:

• Support internal processes, raise awareness of risks, contribute to the development of deliverables, and propose process improvements as identified.
• Provide support and management of Public Policy & Community Advocacy team.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

A minimum of 2 years supervisory experience is required.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree required in Public Policy, Public Health, Health Care Administration, Social/Behavioral, Education or Government related fields. Master's degree preferred. Must have a minimum of 4 years of experience in public policy and advocacy at local and / or state levels, with an emphasis on public health, local government and community engagement.

Must have strong analytical and organizational skills. Must have skills to build relationships and to engage with internal and external constituents. Experience working on behalf of underserved populations and/or specifically addressing disparities that impact the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities is strongly preferred.

Language Ability:

Excellent writing skills required. Ability to write communications for diverse audiences including drafting social media posts with appropriate voice. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret health status and policy reports, publications, professional journals, and governmental regulations. Ability to interpret and prepare policy positions via white papers and presentations. Ability to speak effectively and respond to questions from diverse audiences. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Reasoning Ability:

Must have critical thinking skills and be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Must be able to analyze and interpret a variety of local and state public policies and comprehend implications for populations served by MHM.

Certificates and Licenses:

None

Computer Skills:

Demonstrates working knowledge of the Internet, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, develop spreadsheets and complex reports.

Other:

• Passion to create change that leads to better lives and healthier communities.
• Capacity to adapt rapidly to changing priorities, objectives, and situations.
• Ability to work in a changing environment and take on tasks at all levels.
• Must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle; maintain valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.
• Able to collaboratively work with hybrid team of onsite or remote team members a plus.

Location / Travel:

Must physically report into MHM Corporate Office and be available to travel regionally at least 50% of the time as job duties require and work some evenings/weekends depending on community events.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is exposed to an office environment and community settings having direct contact with people on a regular basis. Position may necessitate bending, stooping, twisting, turning, walking, sitting and standing for periods of time. Must be able to lift and maneuver up to 25 pounds.