Advocacy & Policy Manager

The AAE is currently seeking an Advocacy & Policy Manager to join our team. This role works with the Advocacy & Professional Relations Director to implement strategies advocating for the interests of endodontists and patients with the public, including dental and healthcare organizations, government bodies, and commercial stakeholders. This role shares information and develops resources to support practice management and business issues impacting endodontic practices, while promoting active member engagement in the AAE committee process and advocacy work.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with the Director to advance the AAE’s Strategic Plan and goals that develop our body of knowledge to advance the field of endodontics and advocate for quality endodontic care.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the dental, healthcare, and political industries to uphold the AAE’s role within the healthcare community.
• Monitor local, state, and federal issues that impact endodontists and work directly with the Director to develop advocacy responses, including organizational comments, grassroots campaigns, and other initiatives, to advance the AAE’s priorities with lawmakers and other stakeholders.
• Manage the grassroots advocacy website and draft the grassroots campaigns that AAE members will use to engage with lawmakers on legislative priorities.
• Draft the monthly AAE Advocate newsletter, oversee the maintenance of the Advocacy & Practice Affairs webpages, and utilize AAE Communications channels to advertise advocacy work to members and the public.
• Assist the Director in reviewing and updating practice guidelines and position statements to ensure members have the latest information to manage their practices effectively.
• Share news and resources on practice management, including those related to coding and payment issues, to keep members informed about policy changes and the latest industry trends.

What we offer:

• Collaborative environment that values creative thinking and hard work.
• The chance to make a big impact and be recognized for your contribution.
• Support for professional development.
• Competitive salary with great benefits including health insurance, dental benefits, 401K, and tuition reimbursement.
• A hybrid work environment: Tue/Wed in-office and otherwise remote

If you are someone that has a passion for service, is driven by results, enjoys a team atmosphere and would like to make their mark with an association that is improving the lives of patients, we’d like to speak with you about the AAE and this outstanding opportunity!

What we seek:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experienced required
• Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience required, preferably with a dental/health care association or dental/health care related organization
• Experience representing an organization to external stakeholders.
• Experience working with a non-profit organization, association, and/or volunteer board.
• Experience working with committee forms of governance and decision-making.
• Experience in government affairs and public policy analysis and processes strongly desired.
• Knowledge regarding legislative and regulatory aspects of healthcare policy - dental policy background strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong attention to details, and the ability to clearly synthesize information for diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively to meet deadlines, and take initiative on project development.
• Strong research, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Preferred experience with legislative tracking and grassroots software platforms. Familiarity with a project management tool is a plus.

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Posted Date: 9/20/2024