Prog Coord, Government Relations
About The Position
The Program Coordinator, Government Relations assists in planning and executing meetings and events with government officials and provides event support for the Discover Children’s Mercy (DCM) program . The Program Coordinator, Government Relations also maintains data bases for contact information of government officials and staff on federal, state, and local levels of government and information and lists pertaining to DCM. The position also provides executive support to the Vice President of Government Relations and general support and office management for the Government Relations Department. At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- 1-2 years experience
Nice To Haves
- Event planning experience would be preferred
Responsibilities
- Plan and facilitate educational and experiential group events for government officials, plan and coordinate all government official visits to Children's Mercy and schedule and support Government Relations and leadership visits to Congressional, state and local legislative bodies
- Coordinates and facilitate activities related to the Discover Children's Mercy program
- Provide administrative and operations support for the Government Relations Department
Benefits
- The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
