Public Policy Manager

Avera•Des Moines, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Policy Manager provides strategic oversight and guides the policy and advocacy strategy to advance the mission of Avera. This role monitors, analyzes, and responds to state and federal legislation, regulations, and emerging trends that impact healthcare access, affordability, and quality. The manager builds strong relationships with policymakers, government agencies, industry associations, and community partners to shape public policy priorities. They develop policy briefs, position statements, and educational materials to inform leadership, staff, and external stakeholders, ensuring the organization's voice is represented in the broader healthcare policy landscape. The Public Policy Manager serves as a trusted advisor to leadership, aligning advocacy efforts with organizational goals that improve health outcomes for the communities we serve.

Requirements

Bachelor's in Public Policy, Political Science, Health Care Administration, Public Health, or related field.
4-6 years of progressively responsible experience in public policy, government affairs, or advocacy, with at least 2 years in healthcare or nonprofit sectors
Demonstrated experience analyzing legislation and regulations, preparing policy briefs, and advising leadership on advocacy strategies.
Must be able to work the hours specified.
Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.

Nice To Haves

Master's in Public Policy, Public Health, Health Care Administration, or a related discipline.
Experience working in a nonprofit healthcare organization, trade association, or governmental health agency
Established relationships with policymakers, regulatory agencies, or healthcare advocacy coalitions.
Familiarity with Medicaid, Medicare, and healthcare access and reimbursement issues.

Responsibilities

Represent the organization to federal, state, and local elected officials, agency leaders, and regulatory bodies on key healthcare issues.
Monitor, track, and evaluate legislative and regulatory proposals that affect healthcare delivery, reimbursement, patient safety, and community health initiatives.
Develop and coordinate responses and effectively manage a high volume of information.
Apply knowledge of the political process to prioritize issues.
Provide regular policy updates, reports, and presentations for leadership board meetings and develop training and written materials that may be used to educate stakeholders and internal groups.
Collaborate with senior leadership and clinical experts to prioritize advocacy efforts that align with the organization’s mission and community health needs.
Manage key contacts and maintain a stakeholder database to support advocacy outreach and relationship-building.
Represent the organization at policy forums, conferences, and public hearings, ensuring the healthcare perspective is clearly communicated.
Respond timely and accurately to requests for information from industry-related interest groups.