Grassroots Engagement Manager, Policy and Advocacy (Washington, D.C metro area)

Overview Cancer Support Community (CSC), the largest nonprofit provider of social and emotional support for people affected by cancer, is seeking a Grassroots Engagement Manager, Policy and Advocacy to support its policy and advocacy work at the Federal, State, and Network Partner level. CSC’s mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. The Cancer Policy Institute (CPI) brings together patient advocates and policy experts to ensure that the voices of cancer patients and their loved ones play a central role in federal and state legislative, regulatory, and executive policy making. This individual must have a demonstrated interest in policy and advocacy and will support the policy team in engaging our grassroots and Network Partners in CPI efforts. Job Summary Cancer Support Community (CSC) is seeking a Grassroots Engagement Manager, Policy and Advocacy to support its policy and advocacy work at the Federal, State, and Network Partner level. Responsibilities Grassroots & Network Partner Engagement and Communication: Work with the CPI team, Network Council, and CPI Network Partner Advisory Board to gather input on policy efforts prioritized by Network Partners, cancer patients and survivors, and their loved ones and caregivers to assist in development and implementation of CSC’s regulatory and legislative agenda. Develop high-quality toolkits and action center communications to ensure Network Partners and CPI grassroots have the tools they need to engage in policy efforts. Build and manage relationships with Network Partners, CPI grassroots network members, UM roundtable participants, state agencies, and patient advocacy and community partners. Support and elevate patient, survivor, and caregiver voices through CSC storytelling efforts, ambassador programs, and public testimony. Track and analyze policy developments across all 50 states that are prioritized by Network Partners, including Medicaid work requirements. Develop programs to show value to Network Partners for participating in policy efforts, such as assisting participants with state Medicaid work requirements. Respond to requests and questions from advocates, Network Partners, and stakeholders. Interact regularly with CSC donors, partners, and stakeholders. Develop and maintain content on CPI webpages and the action center. Event Planning, Coordination, & Engagement: Support planning, organization, recruitment, and drafting of materials for CSC policy events including Roundtables, Summits, Hill Days, Policy meetings, and webinars. Engage regularly with CSC Network Partners to organize and manage network activities such as Advocacy in August, NP Advisory Committee, and CSC Hill Day. Represent CSC in policy coalitions, industry events, and other organizational events. Engage patients, caregivers, and stakeholders in advocacy activities. Fundraising and Administrative Tasks: Help draft CPI funding proposals. Track CPI’s finances and funding progress, and recommend areas of improvement and potential new funding streams in coordination with CPI and Industry relations teams. Assist policy staff with administrative duties. Other: Performs other duties as requested by management. Skills and Abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Excellent organizational skills and ability to adhere to tight timetables. Understands Medicaid work requirements and can explain complex policy issues to the general public in accessible terms. Self-motivated, self-starting, team-driven, customer service oriented, and a creative thinker. Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills with ability to adapt to diverse audiences. Capable of handling a full range of delegated responsibilities and working independently. Exercise good judgment and display personal initiative in all areas assigned. Proven interest in and commitment to the cancer community. Technical Skills Ability to utilize tools such as Better Unite, Zoom Webinar, and other event and publicity software to support planning, organization, and execution of policy events. Ability to use action center software and other programs to facilitate grassroots engagement with representatives. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Education Bachelor’s degree in a related field (public policy, etc.) required. Experience 3 – 5 years of policy and advocacy experience, preferably in health policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cancersupportcommunity