Policy Coordinator

POLICY COORDINATOR

Why is this a great job (From the hiring manager)

LPHIs Coordinators are foundational members of project teams contributing to the forward movement expansion and overall success of LPHIs programs and initiatives. The policy coordinator will have the opportunity to support statewide and federal policy and power building activities contributing to improving health outcomes at multiple levels. LPHI is committed to an organizational culture that embraces innovation and creativity incorporates equity into practices and prioritizes the success and growth of all its employees.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Title: Policy Coordinator
Salary: $50000 - $60000

• Salary is based on various factors unique to each candidate including skill set experience qualifications and other job-related reasons

Work Schedule: 40-hour work week

• LPHI offers traditional (M-F 8 am-5 pm) flexible (for example M-F 10 am-7pm) and compressed work schedules (for example M-Th 8 am-7 pm). Schedule details finalized between employee and manager.

Location: This is a Louisiana-based hybrid position with occasional (<20%) travel required

• LPHI maintains an office in New Orleans if the employee prefers to be 100% in-office
• Employee must reside in Louisiana during the time of employment

Team: Policy

Reports To: Sr. Program Manager Policy

Supervises: none

Primary Relationships: Sr Program Manager Policy supports Chief Executive Officer and Chief Program Officer with project deliverables

Benefits:

• LPHI contributes 7% of pre-tax salary to employee 401k per pay period regardless of employee contribution after six continuous months of employment
• 100% paid premiums for employee health (Core plan) dental short-term disability long-term disability and term life insurance beginning on the first day of the month following first day of full-time employment
• 100% paid Employee Assistance Program
• 100% paid parking at 601 Tchoupitoulas Parking Garage
• Traditional flexible or compressed work schedules
• Resources committed to professional development
• Holidays Vacation and Sick Days:
• 15 paid holidays per year that includes Thanksgiving Break (Wednesday-Friday) and Winter Break (Christmas Eve January 1)
• 10 vacation days accrued per year years 0-2
• 15 vacation days accrued per year years 3-5
• 20 vacation days accrued per year year 6
• 3 personal days
• 1 floating holiday (employees choice)
• 12 sick days

ABOUT THE POSITION

A successful candidate will thrive in a team environment can proactively anticipate and manage challenges be a self-starter with strong abilities to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize appropriately. Day-to-day responsibilities include coalition coordination including agendas meeting minutes and follow ups; policy research analysis and brief development and program activity coordination.

LPHI is headquartered in New Orleans with employees based throughout the state. This position is based in New Orleans and can be fully in office or hybrid.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Coordination

• Ensure preparedness and follow-through for meetings e.g. obtain and/or develop meeting purpose objectives and agendas list meeting attendees and roles schedule prep meetings as need take notes with action items/next steps including responsible party and schedule post-meeting debriefs and follow-up to track organization action items as requested.
• Manage and coordinate meetings trainings and events using virtual in-person or hybrid platforms as required.
• Lead coordination activities and support for projects including updating project plans and other project tools; timely processing of invoices and other reimbursements
• Anticipate project support needs potential roadblocks and proactively collaborate with team members to ensure tasks are completed.
• Engage in professional development activities to improve job-related skills and knowledge.

Policy Analysis

• Contribute to and author reports fact sheets policy briefs position papers and other materials to document state policies and legislative considerations and related program elements that support of LPHIs policy priorities and positions.
• Monitor synthesize and report on findings from academic and other research organizations in support of key policy and advocacy goals.
• Communicate and coordinate across internal teams to gain an understanding of internal assets to broaden perspective and to continue to grow and learn at LPHI.
• Identify policy-relevant data questions working closely across the organization to explore and define data analytics infographics and narrative storytelling necessary to highlight issues and influence and drive decision-making.
• Draft and produce policy and related materials including graphical and pictorial content.
• Participate in organization department and project level trainings and meetings.

Strategic Initiative Engagement

• Work with manager to research new partner and funding opportunities.
• Coordinate with the special initiatives team on emerging opportunities
• Help draft strategic communications to support manager as needed

ABOUT YOU

Position Requirements

• Bachelors degree in public health social sciences policy OR equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 1 3 years of relevant professional experience in project coordination policy experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with experience working with individuals and groups of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to think proactively be a self-starter and function both independently and as a team.

Skills Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to collaborate effectively and build strong positive relationships with colleagues and partners both internal and external to LPHI.
• Strong policy research analysis and design capabilities.
• Exceptional emotional intelligence including interpersonal skills and experience working with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated learning orientation; ability to learn new subject areas quickly.
• Ability to champion and manage change.
• Commitment to public health and achieving health equity.
• Strong organizational skills required.
• Ability to think proactively and function independently and must be able to work well in a team.
• Ability to maintain a highly detail-oriented approach while maintaining an appreciation of the long-term goals and objectives of the project.
• Proven excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to utilize virtual meeting platforms including but not limited to Microsoft Teams and Zoom to participate and coordinate meetings and activities in a virtual environment.

ABOUT US
The Louisiana Public Health Institute (LPHI) is a statewide non-profit organization that has been promoting the health and well-being of Louisianians since 1997. Our 100 employees work alongside 500 partner organizations at the local state and national levels to leverage our broad expertise in public health to achieve our mission of ensuring that everyone has fair and just opportunities to be healthy and well.

Our strategic plan priority areas include Health Equity Partnerships and Collaboration A Healthier Louisiana and A Thriving Organization. To learn more visit .

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (sitting or standing).
• Ability to operate a keyboard with repetitive motion.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal team members.

Working Conditions:

• This position is based in an office or home office setting.
• Occasional travel may be required for training or meetings.
• Usual workday hours or flexible schedules can be considered.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: Louisiana Public Health Institute is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at .

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Louisiana Public Health Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race (including hair texture and natural hair styles) color religion religious creed (including religious dress and religious grooming practices) sex (including pregnancy perceived pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) gender gender identity (including transgender identity status and transitioning) gender expression and sex stereotyping national origin ancestry citizenship age physical or mental disability legally protected medical condition or information (including genetic information) family care or medical leave status military caregiver status military status veteran status marital status domestic partner status sexual orientation status as a victim of domestic violence sexual assault or stalking enrollment in a public assistance program engaging in protected communications regarding employee wages requesting a reasonable accommodation on the basis of disability or bona fide religious belief or practice or any other basis protected by local state or federal laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these factors.

*As with all positions at LPHI this position is funded through grant and/or contract funding which is renewed under the provisions of the grantor of the contract. Positions are contingent upon the continuation of grant/contract funding.