Government Relations Manager

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta • Brookhaven, GA

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About The Position

The Children’s Government Relations Manager is a key member of the Government Relations team, representing Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at the state and federal levels. Reporting to the Director of Government Relations, this role advances the organization’s legislative and policy agenda, focusing on issues affecting pediatric health, access to care, and the well-being of children and families. The Manager leads and supports advocacy with legislators, agencies, and other external stakeholders, monitors and analyzes policy developments, and helps communicate Children’s perspective to decision makers.

Requirements

• At least 3–5 years of experience in public policy, government relations, legislative, or agency work.
• Demonstrated experience working with elected officials.
• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, health administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working directly with policymakers, legislative staff, or government agencies.
• Strong understanding of state and/or federal legislative and regulatory processes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to translate complex policy issues into clear, accessible language.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare, public health, or children’s policy, such as Medicaid, public health, pediatric care, child welfare, or mental and behavioral health.
• Previous work in a hospital, health system, or health-related advocacy setting.
• Experience supporting or leading advocacy campaigns and coalition efforts.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s state and federal policy and advocacy strategies.
• Track, analyze, and summarize proposed legislation, regulations, and budget initiatives.
• Draft and refine Government Relations documents and educational materials.
• Work with Children’s leadership, clinicians, and other internal stakeholders to prepare for legislative hearings, briefings, tours, and meetings with policymakers.
• Build and maintain bipartisan relationships with legislators, legislative staff, agency officials, and relevant government entities at the state and federal levels.
• Represent Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in meetings with policymakers, coalitions, and external partners.
• Collaborate with the Director of Government Relations and the broader Government Relations team to shape annual policy priorities and long-term advocacy strategies.
• Partner with Communications and other teams to develop advocacy materials, talking points, and digital content related to Children’s policy.
• Deliver presentations and briefings on policy issues to internal audiences and external partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level