cancersupportcommunity

Director, Policy and Advocacy

Washington, District of Columbia · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 4 days ago

Project ManagementResearchLeadershipCommunicationPublic SpeakingMicrosoft Office

About the role

The individual selected for this role will be a self-starter, experienced in public policy, and committed to fulfilling the mission of CSC.
This role is based in Washington, DC, and the individual will report to the Vice President, Policy and Advocacy of the Cancer Policy Institute.
Effectively disseminate methodology and results of CSC projects and services with the goal of influencing state and national policy and practices

The Cancer Support Community (CSC), an international nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., is seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of people impacted by cancer for our Director, Policy and Advocacy position.
Work to develop and implement the policy and advocacy agenda of the Cancer Policy Institute
Serve as a public face of CSC and Cancer Policy Institute at coalition meetings, with policymakers and funders, and at other external convenings with national partners
Lead coordination and development of activities around CPI meetings and convenings (e.g. Network Partner quarterly meetings, Utilization Management roundtables)
Lead activities around Hill Days, meetings with Congressional staff, and other offerings
Lead and manage activities around grassroots communication and advocacy toolkits with Network Partners, patients, and caregivers (e.g. 340B, utilization management, patient engagement, CAR-T cell therapy)
Manage and oversee specific state-based strategies, as assigned (e.g. 340B, CAR-T cell therapy, Medicaid, telehealth, utilization management)
Steward and develop relationships with funders
Coach and mentor staff in the development of capabilities within the department, within CSC and within the support community.
Performs other duties as requested by management

A minimum of 5 years of experience in public policy, public interest law or related field
3-5 years of experience leading people
oncology experience preferred

Ability to write clearly, persuasively and briefly according to intended audiences
Strong project management skills
Demonstrated knowledge of the policy and programmatic issues related to cancer and health policy
Highly self-motivated and directed, with attention to detail
Flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple concurrent projects
Demonstrated experience organizing and coordinating Hill Days and state-based advocacy efforts
Experience working with grassroots advocacy software
Proven experience working diplomatically and with discretion with diverse policy allies and coalitions
Ability to travel up to 25 percent of the time
Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, and Zoom, and experience with any specific software or technology needed for the job
Advanced degree preferred (MPH, MHA, MPP, JD)

In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer statutory benefits required by law.

In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer statutory benefits required by law.
We provide professionally led support and navigation services, along with social connections and award-winning education - when, where and how impacted individuals prefer throughout their cancer experience.
These resources are available at over 200 Cancer Support Community, Gilda's Club, and healthcare partner locations as well as online and over the phone - all at no cost.

The Cancer Support Community is a global nonprofit that uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer.
We are dedicated to fostering a community where people find connection, compassion, and knowledge.

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