Senior Policy Analyst

Senior Policy AnalystThe Northwest Tribes have long recognized the need to exercise control over the design and development of health care delivery systems in their local communities. To this end, they formed the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (also referred to as NPAIHB or "the Board") in 1972.Guided by a vision of "Health and Wellness for the Seventh Generation," NPAIHB is a 501(c)3 designated (non-profit) organization and Tribal organization, P.L. 93-638, under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) serving the 43 federally recognized Tribes in the states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington (Northwest Tribes). Tribes become voting members of the Board through resolutions passed by their governing body. Each member Tribe designates a delegate to serve on the NPAIHB Board of Directors.Led by our Board of Directors, NPAIHB's mission is to "eliminate health disparities and improve the quality of life of American Indians and Alaska Natives by supporting Northwest Tribes in their delivery of culturally appropriate, high-quality health programs and services." We have a staff of over 120 professionals dedicated to advancing Tribal health for the 7th generation in the Pacific Northwest.Position SummaryThe Senior Policy Analyst leads research, analysis, and development of federal and state Indian health policy recommendations affecting American Indian/Alaska (AI/AN) communities. This position supports NPAIHB's policy advocacy efforts by monitoring legislative and regulatory developments, analyzing their implications for Northwest Tribes, and developing policy recommendations, educational materials, and strategic resources that advance the priorities established by NPAIHB's member Tribes. The Senior Policy Analyst serves as a subject-matter expert and key resource to Northwest Tribes, NPAIHB Delegates, Tribal Advisory Committee representatives, and other stakeholders. The position facilitates Tribal engagement with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Indian Health Service (IHS), and other federal, state, and regional agencies to inform health policies, programs, and priorities affecting Northwest Tribal communities.The Senior Policy Analyst must have expert-level knowledge of federal Indian Health Policy and demonstrate expert-level skills in policy research, legislative and regulatory analysis, advocacy, and project management, and other materials for Tribal leaders and organizational stakeholders.The Senior Policy Analyst serves on the NPAIHB's Policy team, which provides policy research, analysis, advocacy, and education on health policies aligned with NPAIHB's mission, vision, Strategic Plan, governing documents, and priorities established by its member Tribes. The Policy team includes the Director of Legal & Government Affairs, Policy Services Manager, Senior Policy Analyst, and Health Policy Analyst, with additional shared administrative support from the Board Relations & Executive Assistant.The Senior Policy Analyst reports to the Director of Legal and Government Affairs. This scope of work is housed within the Policy Division.This position is based at NPAIHB's offices in Portland, Oregon and is expected to work on-site in accordance with applicable workplace and telework policies, including attendance at designated in-person meetings and activities.Local travel and overnight travel outside of the area are required. See "Travel Requirements" for more information.