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Childrens HealthWatch is a multisite network of pediatricians and public health researchers with the mission of achieving health equity for young children and their families by advancing research to transform policy. Headquartered at Boston Medical Center we collect data on the frontlines of health care to understand how policy decisions impact the health and wellbeing of young children and families. We then analyze and share our findings with academics and policymakers to inform policy at the state and federal levels.
The Research and Policy Analyst will be responsible for supporting and carrying out research and policy work for Childrens HealthWatch under the supervision of the Director of Policy and the direction of other team members. This role will conduct policy research and analysis such as tracking and analyzing legislative budget and regulatory actions and assist in developing and disseminating policyrelevant publications and advocacy materials. This role will also conduct research literature reviews and draft and edit publications and presentations. The Research and Policy Analyst will also attend meetings with legislators and staff and support policy partnerships and coalitionbuilding efforts.
In accordance with Childrens HealthWatchs work and ethos the Research and Policy Analyst will be expected to uphold and advance racial and health equity in all of their work. We believe that all children (and their caregivers) regardless of race ethnicity national origin religious affiliation disability citizenship status or sexual orientation have the right to good physical mental and emotional health.
Position: Research and Policy Analyst Childrens Healthwatch
Department: Pediatrics
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Center Duties under supervision of Director of Policy
Supports Childrens HealthWatch policy efforts focusing on state and federal policies in collaboration with the Director of Policy and the policy team.
Participates in coalitions and legislative meetings at the state and federal levels. Draft policyrelevant documents including written/oral testimony letters to legislators/administrators policy briefs/reports and presentations for policymakers and stakeholders.
Tracks and analyzes legislation regulations and budget items related to policy priorities.
Helps identify engagement opportunities and assists the Director of Policy in managing policy initiatives and responding to emerging issues.
Coleads the Healthy Families Tax Credits Coalition a statewide network of over 80 organizations and institutions in coordination with the Director of Policy.
Interprets and translates Childrens HealthWatch research and the research of others into policyrelevant materials.
Supports relationship building with and engagement of community members organizational partners and policymakers to advance evidencebased policies that improve the health and wellbeing of children and families.
Represents Childrens HealthWatch at designated conferences meetings and events.
Conducts web research and literature reviews.
Works with other staff members to support projects within the organizationincluding research policy and grant work. This includes drafting editing and informing print publications and academic or policyrelevant presentations.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Associates degree plus 35 years of experience in advocacy or research or bachelors degree required; masters degree in related field preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of two years of relevant experience in policy advocacy community organizing or research preferably in healthrelated field. Experience in legislative office a plus.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSA):
Passion and drive to ensure the healthy development of all young children.
Commitment to the advancement of racial and health equity among families with children.
Familiarity with legislative and regulatory processes at the federal and/or state level.
Excellent oral and written communications skills including an understanding of messaging towards diverse audiences.
Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to interpret and summarize policy developments and peerreviewed research.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment. Strong ability to take initiative to advance projects.
Openness to feedback; ability to take direction.
Excellent interpersonal skills ability to work in teams relate to people advocate for their needs and the needs of others and manage conflict.
Strong problemsolving decisionmaking and time management skills.
Comfortable with speaking before small and large groups.
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