Senior Government Affairs Manager

Job Opportunity

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you'll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.

This role follows a hybrid work model. The selected candidate may work remotely; however, in-office presence at the Washington, DC office will be required during periods when Congress is in session.

Position Purpose: Supports Centene's advocacy strategy through direct lobbying of federal policymakers in collaboration with patient and professional organizations. This position will require an ability to collaborate well with others and support day-to-day functions as directed by department leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Builds and maintains relationships with key Members of Congress, Congressional Committees, Caucuses and Congressional staff.
• Engage in federal lobbying activities with Members of Congress, Congressional Committees, Congressional staff, federal agencies and other health-related organizations to influence legislative and regulatory developments on priority issues.
• Represent Centene's priorities and position in forums led by our trade associations or strategic partners.
• Collaborate with Policy, and core business (Medicaid, Medicare and Marketplace) colleagues to ensure alignment on key priorities.
• Represents Centene at congressional fundraisers which can require attendance at early morning, evening and weekend events.
• Educate and inform internal Centene audiences about the congressional process, legislation, and political issues that impact relevant business lines through written and oral presentations.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail through written communication that delivers concise and accurate information for internal and external audiences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• 5+ years progressive healthcare experience and/or experience working with healthcare policies required
• Established Congressional relationships and track record of advocacy driving public policies through engagement with key stakeholders including policymakers, patient and provider organizations preferred
• Managed Care industry experience and/or Congressional, Executive Branch, Agency experience preferred

Pay Range: $107,700.00 - $199,300.00 per year

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act