PPAA- Public Policy ManagerPublic Affairs

Why Planned ParenthoodWorking atPlanned Parenthood Great Northwest Hawaii Alaska Indiana Kentuckyis more than a job. It provides the opportunity to contribute to our powerful mission and perform meaningful healthcare services this means a commitment to providing the absolute best in patient care and education. Our exceptional health center staff drives our mission forward by upholding our acclaimed customer service & confidentiality standards and working to create a safe judgement-free space for anyone seeking Planned Parenthood our Public Policy Manager positionUnder the supervision and direction of the Vice President of Policy & Strategy conducts public policy analysis and research; manages regional policy projects; collaborates with lobbying media field and grassroots teams; and coordinates with stakeholders and partners to maintain coalitions and build new partnerships. Conducts public policy analysis research and advocacy to support sexual and reproductive health and rights in our geographic region and pursue favorable policy environments for Planned Parenthood members operational success. Works collaboratively with the Vice President of Policy & Strategy State Directors and the regional public policy team to develop and implement the Planned Parenthood policy agenda and annual strategic and field campaign plans. What will you be doing! This position is a member of the regional team supporting the policy communications political and lobbying work in Alaska Hawaiʻi Idaho Indiana Kentucky and Washington. The position will supervise the public policy analyst(s) and work closely with state-based and regional teams to ensure coordination organization and collaboration in policy initiatives. Manages the development of internal and external materials to support the policy agenda and strategic and field campaign plans; elevates racial justice and other aspects of reproductive justice consistently in PPAAs work; represents Planned Parenthood at state agency hearings public forums and coalition meetings in assigned states; monitors and responds to state regulatory proposals in assigned states; develops strategies and timelines; elevates Planned Parenthoods operational and financial priorities in advocacy efforts and contributes to the efforts of the regional public affairs Responsibilities:Conducting policy analysis and research on pending legislation and regulation in assigned states related to sexual and reproductive health rights and justice. Ensures that analysis and recommendations align with the needs of Planned Parenthoods member organization and patients. Ensuring positive productive staff results by hiring supervising training coaching and evaluating policy analyst(s) and policy team six-state policy agenda development process in collaboration with Vice President of Policy & Strategy State Directors and Planned Parenthood member organizations to ensure policy agendas reflect the needs of Planned Parenthoods patients and and implementing systems and processes to ensure coordination and collaboration with key Planned Parenthood member organization staff in operations and finance departments to incorporate member interests in policy campaigns and six-state policy projects including updating and maintaining public policy handbooks statistical databases regional policy resources biweekly policy newsletters and coordination with communications and political teams. Collaborating with policy analyst(s) and Government Relations Managers to monitor rulemaking track legislation monitor legislative committee and state and/or local board and commission meetings and analyze data on health finance insurance public health Medicaid and other topics to track policy implementation and inform policy efforts. May represent PPAA at coalition tables and lobbying efforts upon request and in coordination with State Directors. Will monitor lobbying time and register and submit filings if required. Serving as thought partner and advisor to State Directors and Government Relations Managers in assigned states on legislative strategy approach and goals. Exercises high degree of judgment and strategic thinking in best practices to advance and safeguard sexual and reproductive health rights and working knowledge of 501(c)3 501(c)4 and Political Action Committee lobbying and political spending compliance requirements and supports state-based political teams in developing and reviewing political campaign materials. Incorporating reproductive justice including racial economic environmental and other frames that impact access to sexual and reproductive health care in all PPAA positions and materials. Serving as knowledgeable subject matter expert on Medicaid family planning funding streams 340B drug discount program reimbursement models and other health finance policies that impact Planned Parenthoods member organizations. Collaborating with Director of Compliance & Operations in ensuring PPAA is engaged monitoring and abreast of legislative and regulatory changes to electoral lobbying and nonprofit requirements across our six-stat e region. Researching writing and editing policy materials including formal written and verbal testimony to support sexual and reproductive health rights and justice for use in lobbying media field and grassroots advocacy efforts in assigned states. Ensures that all materials are accurate accessible and reflect the most current messaging guidance around sexual and reproductive health rights and potential impacts on states generally as well as health center and education operations specifically and researching alternative policy options on variety of topics pertaining to sexual and reproductive health rights and justice in assigned collaboration with state-based teams conducts outreach and coordination with existing and potential partners on local and national levels including but not limited to: health advocacy groups reproductive justice organizations organizations representing communities of color LGBTQ organizations environmental organizations and professional groups to identify opportunities for collaboration in public education and advocacy efforts including coordinating and providing administrative support for meetings in assigned states. Participating actively in the PPAA staff team and seeking opportunities to provide support and leadership for the team. Regularly communicates policy issues and developments internally to keep the PPAA team appraised of policy developments. Supervisory Responsibilities: Policy analyst(s) volunteers interns short-term temporary staff. Travel Requirements:Occasional travel within the six-state region and Qualifications:BA/BS in related field required At least four years experience with research analysis advocacy and writing about health policy issues and government relations. Experience with state and local government policy development. Strong analytical critical thinking and communication skills. Demonstrated commitment to and experience in incorporating equity efforts around race sexual orientation gender identity immigrant status economic status and other issues related to equity and inclusion. Expertise in reproductive health care rights and justice policy and nationwide and regional Qualifications:Advanced degree in public policy or public health who reside in Washington Alaska or Hawaii are strongly preferred due to regional collaboration operational needs and familiarity with the communities we Range:$85000 - $102000 - Annually*Actual starting pay will be determined based on factors including but not limited to relevant experience education internal equity geographic location and the budgeted hiring range established for the Type: Remote position within our 6 states - Full- timeBenefits Eligibility:This position is eligible for PPGNHAIK benefits. As part of our total compensation we provide a comprehensive benefits plan including medical dental and vision plans retirement paid time off short and long-term disability and life insurance. For additional information about our benefits program please send an email to Other Information:All new hires are strongly recommended to have the COVID-19 vaccination including boosters. All new hires hired between September and April must present proof of receiving a current flu shot. What we expect from you adhere to our code of conduct policies procedures and you always demonstrate a high degree of you always support and model our customer service you value continuous learning and seek ongoing training and commitment to diversity:AtPPGNHAIK weve outlined our priorities and goals as we continue to cultivate and promote a diverse equitable & inclusive culture that champions dignity care and respect and where employees feel welcomed and motivated to do their best. These priorities reflect our promise to support programs and initiatives that promote continuous learning and organizational development and discussions on DEI topics; provide internal developmental opportunities; and assess what more we can do to nurture a supportive and equitable work Employment OpportunityPPGNHAIK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity will be provided to all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race color ethnicity national origin gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation religion protected veteran status marital status age disability or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.