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Executive Director, Government Advocacy

Boston, USFull-time$199k–$288k2026-10-12 → 2026-11-11
On-site · United States

Core

Lead government affairs and advocacy for a $9B safety-net health system, influencing federal, state, and local policymakers to secure funding and shape healthcare policy.

Role type

Senior Government Affairs Executive

Builds

Advocacy strategies, policy outcomes, and enterprise alignment for a health system and health plan

Domain

Healthcare / Public Policy / Government Relations

Required skills

Government relations, legislative advocacy, stakeholder management, team leadership, strategic planning, negotiation, regulatory analysis, coalition building, executive advising

Preferred skills

Advanced degree (MPP, MPA, MPH, JD, MBA), experience in Massachusetts or federal government, healthcare system background, track record of influencing funding outcomes

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Lead development and execution of advocacy agenda at federal, state, and local levels; build and maintain senior relationships with legislators and regulators; oversee external lobbyists and consultants; advocate for Medicaid, ACA, and supplemental funding; serve as advisor to executive leadership on political developments; lead and develop the Government Advocacy team

Seniority

Executive Director, strategic leadership