Lead External Relations Specialist

Centene Corporation•Remote-KS, KS

6d•$70,100 - $126,200•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead external relations activities in Kansas in accordance with Centene, health plan, government, and contractual guidelines. Develop and maintain relationships with legislators, county governments, associations, and other key stakeholders to monitor, influence, and advance healthcare policy. This hybrid Kansas-based role requires regular attendance at the Capitol Building in Topeka, KS during the legislative session and interim committees. At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Government Affairs, Business Administration, Communications, Political Science, or related field.
5+ years of government relations, legislative or community relations related experience.

Nice To Haves

Kansas legislative experience
Strong political acumen
Ability to independently identify and manage emerging legislative issues while building relationships across political lines.
Healthcare or Medicaid experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain key relationships with state legislative policymakers and healthcare advocates to enhance the business unit’s role as a partner with the state and to assist in shaping public policy initiatives.
Develop and lead opportunities with government or government-facing partners, including members, providers, and the community, to promote the health plan through various government-related events.
Receive and respond to inquiries from stakeholders, including legislators and community advocates and assist with responding to constituent issues.
Assess issues and risks that impact program priorities and negatively impact members or providers based upon knowledge gained from community partnerships; create and implement mitigation strategies.
Support strategic plan membership growth initiatives.
Assist in the management of the health plan’s contract lobbyist and coordinate work in conjunction with the state association to achieve public policy objectives.