Health Care Project Policy Analyst

National Health Law Program•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$78,374•Remote

About The Position

NHeLP is seeking a full-time Policy Analyst for a three-year (36 months) term. This is a project-based position. The Policy Analyst will work primarily with the California Policy Advocacy team but will also interact with members of NHeLP’s Federal Advocacy team and the entire organization. The individual will work with the NHeLP’s California Policy Advocacy team to minimize the harms of H.R. 1, or the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) and ensure as many Californians as possible maintain access to Medi-Cal or other insurance affordability programs. The position will primarily include policy advocacy as well as collaboration and coordination between our policy advocacy teams and outside partners based in California. Internally, the Policy Analyst will coordinate on a new project involving a dedicated online platform and forum, NHeLP’s Medicaid Access Strategy Hub (the “Hub”), to support advocates across the country and mitigate harms from OBBBA on low-income individuals and families on accessing and maintaining Medicaid. As a support center in California, the Policy Analyst will also provide education and technical assistance to assist advocates working with the Medi-Cal population. In addition to the specific duties described below, the Policy Analyst will be invited and encouraged to participate in other organizational opportunities and initiatives. That work would be considered part of and not in addition to the person’s job responsibilities. The Policy Analyst should have substantive knowledge of Medicaid and the ACA, and experience with federal or state health policy advocacy. The ideal candidate will have experience working within underserved communities and will demonstrate an understanding of the issues that impact people with low income, BIPOC, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, and other underserved populations, specifically those on Medi-Cal.

Requirements

Masters in Public Health Administration or equivalent degree;
Three (3) years of policy experience;
Strong interest in administrative, public benefits, and civil rights law and policy;
Commitment to the representation of low-income and underserved populations.
Knowledge of health policy, regulatory and administrative advocacy, Medicaid/Medi-Cal and the Affordable Care Act;
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
Possess a high level of independence and initiative, good judgment, excellent speaking and writing skills, the ability to produce the highest caliber work, creativity, and an ability to model working with others toward common goals;
Ability to think creatively, and to work both independently and as part of a team;
Demonstrated understanding of the role that racial inequity plays in our society and in movement- building, and have an ability to effectively manage across difference;
Familiarity with online forums and how to engage people in a meaningful and constructive manner;
Commitment to NHeLP’s mission and values.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of OBBBA;
Have a deep understanding of California’s health policy landscape, especially Medi-Cal and other health programs that serve marginalized communities;;
Ability to consistently integrate a deep understanding of key equity concepts into work projects and interactions by addressing structural implications and disproportionate impacts of policies, activities, and decisions on race, class and other group identities within the context of job responsibilities and projects;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; and
Possess a high level of independence and initiative, good judgment, excellent speaking and writing skills, the ability to produce the highest caliber work, creativity, and an ability to model working with others towards common goals.

Responsibilities

Work with California policy staff to implement OBBBA and track developments at the federal and state level;
Liaise between the Hub and the California Policy Advocacy Area to inform NHeLP’s California and federal-level advocacy; maintain proactive and ongoing communication internally and with external California-based advocates;
Monitor information shared by the Special Project Attorney and posted on the Hub, identify patterns of concerns and track suggestions to apply to California OBBBA implementation, as appropriate;
Track developments on California OBBBA implementation;
Analyze information to identify policy solutions for California OBBBA implementation;
Coordinate with national and California partners who provide support to the Hub;
Provide technical assistance and education requested by California advocates, administrative agencies, policymakers, and other individuals; and
Conduct trainings and presentations, as needed.
Research and analyze federal and state Medicaid policies and administrative guidance;
Track federal and state policy developments as they impact OBBBA implementation; and
Develop and coordinate publications about California OBBBA-related content that include fact sheets, tip sheets, issue briefs, and posts.
Write grant reports on work and document timekeeping;
Participate in internal meetings and working groups; and
Collaborate with development, communication, and operations teams to accomplish the organization's strategic priorities.

Benefits

Generous benefits are available, including employer-paid medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, pre-tax savings plans, and a retirement savings opportunity.
NHeLP also offers generous paid time off, including holidays, sick time, family and medical leave for eligible employees, 150 hours (20 days) of vacation per year, and more.

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