Manager, Growth Strategist - must sit in North Carolina

CVS Health

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About The Position

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. Position Summary Candidates for this role must reside in North Carolina and be willing to travel up to 70%. This role reports to Lead Director, State Strategy and Growth within the Medicaid Business Development Department. This role will focus on building strategic community partnerships in new market states. This role will require a rigorous travel schedule to effectively engage with state stakeholders, attend community events, and support business development activities across the state. The Growth Strategist will serve as a local ambassador, engaging with community-based organizations (CBOs), coalitions, and stakeholders to position Aetna as a trusted partner and strengthen our competitive edge. Deploy into North Carolina to build grassroots relationships with CBOs, advocacy groups, and local coalitions Map community assets and identify strategic partnership opportunities aligned with state health priorities (e.g., SDoH, maternal health, behavioral health) Secure letters of support, agreements, and pilot initiatives that demonstrate Aetna’s commitment to local needs Attend and represent Aetna at community events, health summits, and stakeholder forums Collaborate with internal teams (Business Development, Government Affairs, Proposal Writers) to integrate field insights into RFP responses Track engagement metrics, document outcomes, and maintain a community partnership database Support oral presentations and site visits during the RFP evaluation period Transition partnerships into implementation plans if contract is awarded

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in community engagement, health equity, Medicaid strategy, or business development
• Deep understanding of Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) and community-based service delivery models
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• Experience working in or with North Carolina preferred
• Must reside in North Carolina
• Excellent communication, presentation, and strategic planning skills
• Ability to travel regularly within the state. (Est. 70% travel)

Nice To Haves

• Prior Managed Care Experience
• Prior community organizing experience in health and social services areas.
• Established professional network in health care and social services.

Responsibilities

• Deploy into North Carolina to build grassroots relationships with CBOs, advocacy groups, and local coalitions
• Map community assets and identify strategic partnership opportunities aligned with state health priorities (e.g., SDoH, maternal health, behavioral health)
• Secure letters of support, agreements, and pilot initiatives that demonstrate Aetna’s commitment to local needs
• Attend and represent Aetna at community events, health summits, and stakeholder forums
• Collaborate with internal teams (Business Development, Government Affairs, Proposal Writers) to integrate field insights into RFP responses
• Track engagement metrics, document outcomes, and maintain a community partnership database
• Support oral presentations and site visits during the RFP evaluation period
• Transition partnerships into implementation plans if contract is awarded

Benefits

• This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families.
• The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
• Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees