Chartis.io

Senior Vice President, Public Affairs and Advocacy

Washington, D.C · Exec

Sponsorship not specified$215k-$295kDetected 56 days ago

Project ManagementStrategic CommunicationsBusiness DevelopmentM&AResearchLeadershipCommunicationPublic Speaking

About the role

Jarrard is seeking an experienced, entrepreneurial leader based in the Washington, D.C. area to expand and play a key leadership role in our broader Public Affairs and Advocacy offering.
This role reflects a critical growth priority for the firm as healthcare organizations face intensifying scrutiny, policy volatility and political complexity at the federal, state and local levels.
This leader will serve as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, boards, and government affairs leaders, helping clients protect and advance strategic priorities through coordinated public affairs, advocacy and government relations strategies and tactics.

Lead the development and execution of integrated public affairs, advocacy and government relations strategies aligned to client business objectives
Partner with colleagues across strategic communications, research, digital, and creative teams to deliver cohesive, high-impact programs
Lead growth of the Public Affairs & Advocacy offering with responsibility for revenue generation and pipeline development

Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, communications, business, or a related field
advanced degree preferred

Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, communications, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
Demonstrated experience advising senior executives or boards on public policy, advocacy, or political strategy
Strong understanding of healthcare policy and regulatory dynamics at the federal, state and local levels
Established professional network across healthcare, policy, and government stakeholders
Experience driving revenue growth, managing budgets, and ensuring engagement profitability
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong executive presence
Willingness to travel occasionally for client work, firm gatherings, and industry events
High stakes work that makes healthcare better
A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven culture
The opportunity to shape and grow a strategically important firm capability
Meaningful investment in your professional growth and leadership development

$215,000-$295,000, plus may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications, practice area, and other business and organizational needs.

Jarrard Inc. is a U.S. Top 10 strategic communications consulting firm focused exclusively on healthcare and the unique opportunities and challenges inherent in this sector.
Jarrard partners with leaders across the spectrum of healthcare in high stakes moments of growth, innovation, change, and reputational/public affairs challenges.
This array of specialized services is tailored to support leaders in the most impactful parts of the ecosystem that are essential in transforming U.S. healthcare for the better.
In 2020, Jarrard Inc. joined Chartis, one of the nation's leading healthcare advisory firms, and operates as a division under an independent brand.
Chartis is a comprehensive advisory firm dedicated to transforming healthcare.

Founded in 2006, the firm has worked with more than 1,800 clients across 48 states and has led communications and political strategy on $75+ billion in announced M&A and partnership transactions.
Jarrard has offices in Nashville, TN and as part of Chartis has offices in Chicago, IL, New York, NY, Washington D.C., and Boston, MA.

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