Principal, Policy Development - Emerging Science

American Cancer Society • Columbia, DC

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About The Position

The Principal, Policy Development - Emerging Science role is responsible for a portfolio of policy issues that guide and support ACS CAN’s advocacy agenda at the state, federal, and local levels. The portfolio covers complex priority issues and requires senior-level policy and/or legislative expertise. The position works collaboratively across ACS and ACS CAN to develop and communicate clear public policy positions and guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 10 years of experience.
• Demonstrated public policy experience and analysis, and knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience working in collaborative, complex organizations.
• Expertise in public policy analysis and support of local, state, and federal legislative issues.
• Ability to work in a highly charged and competitive political environment.
• Ability to manage nationwide efforts involving multiple priorities, work to deadlines, and maintain a flexible, pragmatic approach.
• Ability to foster professional, interdependent relationships with colleagues to achieve mutually satisfactory approaches and products.
• Experience designing and formatting presentations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the areas within the portfolio of responsibility.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or Juris Doctorate.
• Applied policy and/or legislative experience at the state or federal level.
• Experience with a nonprofit advocacy organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of ACS CAN priority policy issues, identify emerging issues that may affect advocacy positions, and lead the development of policy recommendations.
• Develop special reports and undertake major projects to educate and persuade policymakers on key health issues.
• Develop strategic partnerships and collaborate with external organizations and partners to advance ACS CAN’s policy advocacy.
• Analyze state and federal legislative proposals and federal regulations, prepare written responses, and make recommendations to state and federal colleagues.
• Serve as a policy expert for media inquiries and ACS CAN-sponsored coalitions.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off policy.
• Medical benefits.
• Dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Wellness programs.
• Professional development programs to enhance staff skills.

What This Job Offers

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