Associate Vice President, Advocacy

Organization: Heart Rhythm Advocates (HRA) / Heart Rhythm Society (HRS)

Position: Associate Vice President, Advocacy

Location: Washington, DC/Work from home

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Are you a nonprofit healthcare leader with extensive experience with fundraising, public policy, PACs, and 501(c)(6) organizations?

HRA is seeking an Associate Vice President of Advocacy.  This is an exciting opportunity to build relationships with key stakeholders while leading advocacy efforts and public relations activities for a newly developed mission-driven organization!

HRA offers:

• Remote work environment for DC metro candidates with limited travel
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous PTO policy

As the Associate VP of Advocacy, you will lead and oversee all aspects of HRA’s advocacy efforts, including developing strategic plans, managing campaigns, building relationships with policymakers, mobilizing grassroots support, and representing the organization's position on key issues to achieve policy change.  The Associate VP works closely with stakeholders and coalition partners to advance a specific cause or agenda.  This position reports to the HRS Chief Executive Officer.

Qualified candidates offer:

• Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred
• 10 years of experience in public policy, with 5 years in a leadership role
• Previous healthcare experience
• Deep understanding of policymaking processes at various levels of government 
• Prior experience with 501(c)(6) organizations and political action committees
• Proven experience in building relationships with policymakers and stakeholders
• Knowledge of grassroots organizing techniques and community engagement
• Experience in grant writing and fundraising

How To Apply

If you believe you meet the requirements, please submit a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to the following job link (or copy/paste link to a new window):

https://recruitcrm.io/apply/17392082932520013318Qgj

Salary range: $190,000 - $200,000

HRS/HRA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  

About The Heart Rhythm Advocates (HRA)

Heart Rhythm Advocates (HRA) is a new organization established by the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) for the purpose of advocating for the care of patients with heart rhythm disorders and the healthcare professionals that serve them.  HRA is a separate but affiliated organization with a different tax operating status.  HRS is a 501(c)(3), which limits some of the political actions the organization can take.  HRA will be structured as a 501(c)(6) organization that can more effectively raise and expend money on political activities.

About The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS)

The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) is committed to helping end heart rhythm disorders and saving lives.  The Society’s mission is to improve patient care by promoting research, education and optimal health care policies and standards.  HRS is the international leader in science, education, and advocacy for cardiac arrhythmia professionals and patients, and the primary information resource on heart rhythm disorders.  HRS’s mission is to improve patient care by promoting research, education and optimal health care policies and standards.  HRS represents more than 6,800 cardiac pacing and electrophysiology professionals in over 70 countries.  

HRS Statement of Belonging & Inclusion

HRS stakeholders share a common passion for accomplishing our mission to end death and suffering from heart rhythm disorders. We believe our backgrounds, experiences and interests are assets in reaching that goal, and we are committed to providing an inclusive environment in all activities, where everyone feels valued, respected, and welcome. We strive to have organizational leaders who represent and promote the principles of belonging and inclusion that are essential to our success.

About Cessna & Associates, LLC

Cessna & Associates, LLC is a boutique HR consultancy partnering with mission-driven nonprofit organizations.  Our goal is to identify the best potential candidates that the market has to offer.