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This position is for an immediate opening and will be based in Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. FIRE operates on a hybrid work schedule that allows for a mix of in-the-office and remote work for eligible employees.

FIRE is expanding its litigation capabilities and is seeking full-time staff attorneys with at least three years of legal experience. The attorneys in this position will engage in strategic litigation on First Amendment issues to bring about real-world impact. In addition to litigating First Amendment cases in support of FIRE's mission, FIRE staff attorneys defend free speech by advocating outside the courtroom through media appearances, writing, and public-speaking engagements.

Candidates should have exceptional research, critical thinking, writing, and communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment while balancing a full workload, and a strong commitment to public-interest litigation. Ideal candidates will have completed a federal judicial clerkship.

Founded in 1999, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to defending the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thought — the most essential qualities of liberty. Because colleges and universities play a vital role in preserving free thought within a free society, FIRE places a special emphasis on defending the individual rights of students and faculty members on our nation's campuses. Please visit www.thefire.org to gain a sense of our work and mission.

Staff attorneys report to FIRE's Vice President of Litigation and work collaboratively in a supportive team with other attorneys and staff across other FIRE departments.

Staff attorneys will be responsible for a variety of duties, including:

Analyzing cases for litigation potential and developing cases.

Researching and drafting demand letters, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, briefs, and other documents.

Reviewing documents received in response to discovery and public records requests.

Arguing motions in court and participating in hearings, trials, and other proceedings.

In addition, staff attorneys are responsible for media appearances, public speaking, and educating the public on FIRE's litigation efforts. This position will involve a substantial amount of travel, and work on weekends and evenings should be expected in accordance with the demands of litigation.

Candidates must demonstrate a knowledge and passion for FIRE's mission and an ability to articulate that passion in a way that will make others enthusiastic about our cause. A candidate must have at least two years of civil-litigation experience and must also be able to demonstrate:

Exceptional legal research, critical thinking, and writing skills.

Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain legal concepts to students and non-attorneys.

Excellent organizational and case-management skills, including meticulous attention to detail.

Extensive knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.

Exemplary planning skills, including an ability to handle dynamic and challenging situations.

A strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to work productively across disciplines and with people of differing views.

A desire to pursue a career in public-interest litigation.

Candidates must have graduated from an ABA accredited law school and be members of the bar of the jurisdiction in which they are based.

Starting salary for this position is negotiable, commensurate with experience. FIRE conducts periodic evaluations where employees may receive raises or bonuses for outstanding and excellent work. FIRE also offers a superior benefits package that includes employer-paid comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance; a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account option; matching retirement contributions; and a generous paid time-off plan.

Applicants should provide a resume, cover letter, approximately 10-page writing sample, and contact information for at least two legal references. The cover letter should include when you are available to start and the location of the office where you are interested in working. The writing sample must reflect your own work, demonstrating your best legal analysis and writing abilities, with minimal editing by others. All applications are confidential. Please address applications to Cait Scanlan, Director of People Operations.

Position Overview:This position is for an immediate opening and will be based in Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. FIRE operates on a hybrid work schedule that allows for a mix of in-the-office and remote work for eligible employees.FIRE is expanding its litigation capabilities and is seeking full-time staff attorneys with at least three years of legal experience. The attorneys in this position will engage in strategic litigation on First Amendment issues to bring about real-world impact. In addition to litigating First Amendment cases in support of FIRE&#x27;s mission, FIRE staff attorneys defend free speech by advocating outside the courtroom through media appearances, writing, and public-speaking engagements.Candidates should have exceptional research, critical thinking, writing, and communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment while balancing a full workload, and a strong commitment to public-interest litigation. Ideal candidates will have completed a federal judicial clerkship.About FIRE:Founded in 1999, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to defending the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thought — the most essential qualities of liberty. Because colleges and universities play a vital role in preserving free thought within a free society, FIRE places a special emphasis on defending the individual rights of students and faculty members on our nation&#x27;s campuses. Please visit www.thefire.org to gain a sense of our work and mission.Job Responsibilities:Staff attorneys report to FIRE&#x27;s Vice President of Litigation and work collaboratively in a supportive team with other attorneys and staff across other FIRE departments.Staff attorneys will be responsible for a variety of duties, including:<ul><li>Analyzing cases for litigation potential and developing cases.</li><li>Researching and drafting demand letters, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, briefs, and other documents.</li><li>Reviewing documents received in response to discovery and public records requests.</li><li>Taking and defending depositions.</li><li>Arguing motions in court and participating in hearings, trials, and other proceedings.</li></ul>In addition, staff attorneys are responsible for media appearances, public speaking, and educating the public on FIRE&#x27;s litigation efforts. This position will involve a substantial amount of travel, and work on weekends and evenings should be expected in accordance with the demands of litigation.Qualifications:Candidates must demonstrate a knowledge and passion for FIRE&#x27;s mission and an ability to articulate that passion in a way that will make others enthusiastic about our cause. A candidate must have at least two years of civil-litigation experience and must also be able to demonstrate:<ul><li>Exceptional legal research, critical thinking, and writing skills.</li><li>Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain legal concepts to students and non-attorneys.</li><li>Excellent organizational and case-management skills, including meticulous attention to detail.</li><li>Extensive knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.</li><li>Exemplary planning skills, including an ability to handle dynamic and challenging situations.</li><li>A strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to work productively across disciplines and with people of differing views.</li><li>A desire to pursue a career in public-interest litigation.</li></ul>Candidates must have graduated from an ABA accredited law school and be members of the bar of the jurisdiction in which they are based.Salary and Compensation:Starting salary for this position is negotiable, commensurate with experience. FIRE conducts periodic evaluations where employees may receive raises or bonuses for outstanding and excellent work. FIRE also offers a superior benefits package that includes employer-paid comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance; a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account option; matching retirement contributions; and a generous paid time-off plan.Applications:Applicants should provide a resume, cover letter, approximately 10-page writing sample, and contact information for at least two legal references. The cover letter should include when you are available to start and the location of the office where you are interested in working. The writing sample must reflect your own work, demonstrating your best legal analysis and writing abilities, with minimal editing by others. All applications are confidential. Please address applications to Cait Scanlan, Director of People Operations.FIRE is an equal opportunity employer.

Staff Attorney

Headway's mission is a big one - to build a new mental health care system everyone can access. We've built technology that helps people find great therapists with the first software-enabled national network of providers accepting insurance.

1 in 4 people in the US have a treatable mental health condition, but the majority of providers don't accept insurance, making therapy too expensive for most people. Headway is building a new mental healthcare system that everyone can access by making it easy for therapists to take insurance and scale their practice.

Headway was founded in 2019 – since then, we've grown into a diverse, national network of over 25,000 mental healthcare providers across all 50 states who run their practice on our software. We're a Series C company with over $225m in funding from a16z (Andreessen Horowitz), Accel, GV (formerly Google Ventures), Spark Capital, Thrive Capital, and Health Care Service Corporation.

We want your time here to be the most meaningful experience of your career. 

Join us, and help change mental healthcare for the better.

We're hiring our first Corporate Comms Director (PR & media) to tell the story of Headway and grow our brand with key audiences. Reporting to our Head of Payer Marketing and Communications, you will shape our comms strategy and expand our reach via media, social channels, announcements, owned content, speaking opportunities, and more. We're looking for a performance-driven leader with a proven capacity to build and execute against OKRs. This person must be a strategic yet tactical cross-functional collaborator. Moreover, the right candidate will be a phenomenal writer and messaging expert, with a keen ability to translate complex healthcare and technology concepts into accessible messages to distinct audiences. This is an exceptional opportunity to join the fastest growing mental health company in the country, leading ambitious portfolios and partnering with high-caliber teams.

Take a seat at the helm to grow a consistent and impactful drumbeat via Headway's PR & communications function, taking one of the fastest growing companies and building a brand of deep trust across multiple audiences

Conceptualize and manage thought leadership and brand opportunities

Cultivate ongoing relationships with media and key public affairs stakeholders

Monitor the beat of the market, finding organic opportunities for Headway to lead the conversation

Maintain a critical eye, consistently weighing risk-reward with PR and media opportunities

Build a longitudinal strategy that impacts corporate goals, showing measurable impact via PR and comms tactics; be performance-obsessed, leading campaign recaps, and quantifying impact towards ambitious OKRs

Own pen on press releases, pitches, messaging points, FAQs, announcement collateral (e.g. social), awards and more

Develop well-written, effective content including blogs, thought leadership content (e.g. placed op-eds), and more

Own earned social media channels end-to-end, leading content creation and execution for corporate brand efforts across LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram

Staff executives and interface with advisors, Board members, partners and more

Ensure spokespeople are ready for public-facing opportunities, aligning on briefs for panels, media interviews, etc

Build deeply trusted relationships with colleagues across product, patient & provider marketing, clinical, business development, customer success, growth, CX, engineering, talent and more

You have 7-10 years of experience leading corporate communications in high-growth, tech-enabled companies (preferably within the healthcare space)

You are an exceptional written and verbal communicator, with an ability to translate Headway's value proposition and insights into compelling narratives

You're gritty, results-oriented, and excited by owning ambitious comms projects at an early-stage startup

You're tenacious, creative, and persistent when identifying new media opportunities

Salary information is based on a single salary target per role and is differentiated based on geographic location (Group A, B, or C)

Examples of cities located in each Compensation Grouping:

Group A = NYC/Tri-State Area, SF/Bay Area, LA Area, Seattle, Boston, Austin, and San Diego

Group B = Chicago, Miami, Denver, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Nashville, Sacramento, Phoenix, and Portland

13 paid holidays each year as well as a Holiday Break during the week between December 25th and December 31st

We believe a team's strength is in its people, and we cannot achieve this mission without a team that reflects the diversity of this problem - across race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, national origin, religion, family status, disability, military status, and experience.

Company Overview:Headway&#x27;s mission is a big one - to build a new mental health care system everyone can access. We&#x27;ve built technology that helps people find great therapists with the first software-enabled national network of providers accepting insurance.1 in 4 people in the US have a treatable mental health condition, but the majority of providers don&#x27;t accept insurance, making therapy too expensive for most people. Headway is building a new mental healthcare system that everyone can access by making it easy for therapists to take insurance and scale their practice.Headway was founded in 2019 – since then, we&#x27;ve grown into a diverse, national network of over 25,000 mental healthcare providers across all 50 states who run their practice on our software. We&#x27;re a Series C company with over $225m in funding from a16z (Andreessen Horowitz), Accel, GV (formerly Google Ventures), Spark Capital, Thrive Capital, and Health Care Service Corporation.We want your time here to be the most meaningful experience of your career. Join us, and help change mental healthcare for the better.About The Role:We&#x27;re hiring our first Corporate Comms Director (PR &amp; media) to tell the story of Headway and grow our brand with key audiences. Reporting to our Head of Payer Marketing and Communications, you will shape our comms strategy and expand our reach via media, social channels, announcements, owned content, speaking opportunities, and more. We&#x27;re looking for a performance-driven leader with a proven capacity to build and execute against OKRs. This person must be a strategic yet tactical cross-functional collaborator. Moreover, the right candidate will be a phenomenal writer and messaging expert, with a keen ability to translate complex healthcare and technology concepts into accessible messages to distinct audiences. This is an exceptional opportunity to join the fastest growing mental health company in the country, leading ambitious portfolios and partnering with high-caliber teams.You will…<ul><li>Take a seat at the helm to grow a consistent and impactful drumbeat via Headway&#x27;s PR &amp; communications function, taking one of the fastest growing companies and building a brand of deep trust across multiple audiences</li><li>Conceptualize and manage thought leadership and brand opportunities</li><li>Cultivate ongoing relationships with media and key public affairs stakeholders</li><li>Monitor the beat of the market, finding organic opportunities for Headway to lead the conversation</li><li>Maintain a critical eye, consistently weighing risk-reward with PR and media opportunities</li><li>Build a longitudinal strategy that impacts corporate goals, showing measurable impact via PR and comms tactics; be performance-obsessed, leading campaign recaps, and quantifying impact towards ambitious OKRs</li><li>Own pen on press releases, pitches, messaging points, FAQs, announcement collateral (e.g. social), awards and more</li><li>Develop well-written, effective content including blogs, thought leadership content (e.g. placed op-eds), and more</li><li>Own earned social media channels end-to-end, leading content creation and execution for corporate brand efforts across LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram</li><li>Staff executives and interface with advisors, Board members, partners and more</li><li>Ensure spokespeople are ready for public-facing opportunities, aligning on briefs for panels, media interviews, etc</li><li>Build deeply trusted relationships with colleagues across product, patient &amp; provider marketing, clinical, business development, customer success, growth, CX, engineering, talent and more</li></ul>You&#x27;d be a great fit if...<ul><li>You have 7-10 years of experience leading corporate communications in high-growth, tech-enabled companies (preferably within the healthcare space)</li><li>You are an exceptional written and verbal communicator, with an ability to translate Headway&#x27;s value proposition and insights into compelling narratives</li><li>You&#x27;re gritty, results-oriented, and excited by owning ambitious comms projects at an early-stage startup</li><li>You&#x27;re tenacious, creative, and persistent when identifying new media opportunities</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits:<ul><li>Salary information is based on a single salary target per role and is differentiated based on geographic location (Group A, B, or C)</li><ul><li>Group A: $185,000</li><li>Group B: $166,500</li><li>Group C: $148,000</li><li>Examples of cities located in each Compensation Grouping:</li><ul><li>Group A = NYC/Tri-State Area, SF/Bay Area, LA Area, Seattle, Boston, Austin, and San Diego</li><li>Group B = Chicago, Miami, Denver, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Nashville, Sacramento, Phoenix, and Portland</li><li>Group C = All remaining cities</li></ul></ul><li>Benefits offered include:</li><ul><li>Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage</li><li>HSA / FSA</li><li>401K</li><li>Work-from-Home Stipend</li><li>Therapy Reimbursement</li><li>13 paid holidays each year as well as a Holiday Break during the week between December 25th and December 31st</li><li>Unlimited PTO</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>Training and professional development</li></ul></ul>We believe a team&#x27;s strength is in its people, and we cannot achieve this mission without a team that reflects the diversity of this problem - across race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, national origin, religion, family status, disability, military status, and experience.

Director, Corporate Communications

World Bicycle Relief empowers communities in rural regions around the world to thrive with life-changing bicycles. We envision a world where distance is no longer a barrier to education, health services, and economic opportunity. A catalyst for change, World Bicycle Relief helps people in need realize their goals by providing a tool that will support them to access these critical services. Equipped with a purpose-designed Buffalo Bicycle from World Bicycle Relief, students, health workers and entrepreneurs in low-income regions create opportunities for themselves, their families, and entire communities.

We are a mission-driven, global not-for-profit social enterprise that manages a highly refined bicycle supply chain from design through final distribution. World Bicycle Relief uses an innovative business model to create sustainable bicycle ecosystems. Through World Bicycle Relief's 501(c)3, we provide transport solutions to those who cannot afford them, and through Buffalo Bicycle Limited, we sell the rugged Buffalo Bicycle and spare parts. Buffalo Bicycle Limited also offers users repair and maintenance services via a retail network of shops and local mechanics. WBR has distributed over 750,000 fit-for-purpose bicycles and trained 2,700+ community-based mechanics. Girls with Buffalo Bicycles are 19% less likely to drop out of school; dairy farmers earn 23% more income; and health workers reach 88% more patients.

Do you believe in the power of stories and storytelling? Are you an experienced writer, an organizer of assets and a human megaphone wanting to shout our exciting and innovative solutions to the world? World Bicycle Relief (WBR) is looking for you.

The Communications Director is an experienced, action-oriented communications leader with a strong ability to unite and excite internal team members and share our stories in a powerful, transparent way.

They will lead the team in cultivating and engaging current and prospective champions of WBR's mission by conceptualizing leadership, speaking and publicity opportunities. They serve as a key spokesperson and representative on behalf of the organization, help prepare the CEO and other WBR leaders for influential presentations and speaking opportunities and possess the ability to direct and manage multiple high-profile projects simultaneously.

Connect WBR's global communications efforts to develop and follow our high-level global strategy:

Grow and update fundraising engine by attracting and engaging high-end donors and supporters from diverse demographics.

Lead the development and tracking of a global communications strategy, in collaboration with the Marketing Director and team.

Leverage online, creative, partnerships, executive positioning, and earned media assets to connect WBR's global audiences on a greater scale.

Bring in new, dynamic multichannel communications initiatives and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Lead team functions during global communication crises, in partnership with the Director of Development.

Build media/entertainment partnerships to advance WBR's mission and cause marketing.

Ensure consistent storytelling across WBR's various platforms and manage internal communications strategy and platform.

Develop and execute a global media relations strategy, while serving as the lead spokesperson and building relationships with journalists.

8+ years of experience in Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, or similar preferably in the nonprofit sector.

Degree in communications, journalism, business or related field

Ability to implement both vision and strategy across multiple functional areas/departments and programs.

Experience with proposal and grant application development and execution.

Demonstrated experience and leadership in managing comprehensive strategic communications, media relations, thought leadership, and public affairs to advance an organization's mission.

Experience with policy issues and international development, with confidence to deliver and speak about complex information to a variety of audiences in a credible and dynamic fashion.

Exceptional writing and editing skills, with attention to clarity and details, for a variety of materials and audiences, including press releases and the promotion of ideas and values – not just programs.

Excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative style, and an ability to engage and build consensus within and across internal and external stakeholder groups.

Experience in effectively managing budgets and outside firms or freelancers.

Comfort working through ambiguity and can operate with little structure, charting your own path.

Mission-driven and result-oriented. While you are serious about the work you do, you don't take yourself too seriously.

About Us:World Bicycle Relief empowers communities in rural regions around the world to thrive with life-changing bicycles. We envision a world where distance is no longer a barrier to education, health services, and economic opportunity. A catalyst for change, World Bicycle Relief helps people in need realize their goals by providing a tool that will support them to access these critical services. Equipped with a purpose-designed Buffalo Bicycle from World Bicycle Relief, students, health workers and entrepreneurs in low-income regions create opportunities for themselves, their families, and entire communities.We are a mission-driven, global not-for-profit social enterprise that manages a highly refined bicycle supply chain from design through final distribution. World Bicycle Relief uses an innovative business model to create sustainable bicycle ecosystems. Through World Bicycle Relief&#x27;s 501(c)3, we provide transport solutions to those who cannot afford them, and through Buffalo Bicycle Limited, we sell the rugged Buffalo Bicycle and spare parts. Buffalo Bicycle Limited also offers users repair and maintenance services via a retail network of shops and local mechanics. WBR has distributed over 750,000 fit-for-purpose bicycles and trained 2,700+ community-based mechanics. Girls with Buffalo Bicycles are 19% less likely to drop out of school; dairy farmers earn 23% more income; and health workers reach 88% more patients.Purpose of the Position:Do you believe in the power of stories and storytelling? Are you an experienced writer, an organizer of assets and a human megaphone wanting to shout our exciting and innovative solutions to the world? World Bicycle Relief (WBR) is looking for you.The Communications Director is an experienced, action-oriented communications leader with a strong ability to unite and excite internal team members and share our stories in a powerful, transparent way.They will lead the team in cultivating and engaging current and prospective champions of WBR&#x27;s mission by conceptualizing leadership, speaking and publicity opportunities. They serve as a key spokesperson and representative on behalf of the organization, help prepare the CEO and other WBR leaders for influential presentations and speaking opportunities and possess the ability to direct and manage multiple high-profile projects simultaneously.Responsibilities:Connect WBR&#x27;s global communications efforts to develop and follow our high-level global strategy:<ul><li>Grow and update fundraising engine by attracting and engaging high-end donors and supporters from diverse demographics.</li><li>Lead the development and tracking of a global communications strategy, in collaboration with the Marketing Director and team.</li><li>Leverage online, creative, partnerships, executive positioning, and earned media assets to connect WBR&#x27;s global audiences on a greater scale.</li><li>Bring in new, dynamic multichannel communications initiatives and coordinate cross-functional teams.</li><li>Lead team functions during global communication crises, in partnership with the Director of Development.</li><li>Build media/entertainment partnerships to advance WBR&#x27;s mission and cause marketing.</li><li>Ensure consistent storytelling across WBR&#x27;s various platforms and manage internal communications strategy and platform.</li><li>Develop and execute a global media relations strategy, while serving as the lead spokesperson and building relationships with journalists.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>8+ years of experience in Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, or similar preferably in the nonprofit sector.</li><li>Degree in communications, journalism, business or related field</li><li>Ability to implement both vision and strategy across multiple functional areas/departments and programs.</li><li>Experience with proposal and grant application development and execution.</li><li>Demonstrated experience and leadership in managing comprehensive strategic communications, media relations, thought leadership, and public affairs to advance an organization&#x27;s mission.</li><li>Experience with policy issues and international development, with confidence to deliver and speak about complex information to a variety of audiences in a credible and dynamic fashion.</li><li>Exceptional writing and editing skills, with attention to clarity and details, for a variety of materials and audiences, including press releases and the promotion of ideas and values – not just programs.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative style, and an ability to engage and build consensus within and across internal and external stakeholder groups.</li><li>Experience in effectively managing budgets and outside firms or freelancers.</li><li>Comfort working through ambiguity and can operate with little structure, charting your own path.</li><li>Mission-driven and result-oriented. While you are serious about the work you do, you don&#x27;t take yourself too seriously.</li></ul>

Communications Director

The Senior Director, Government Affairs leads public policy analysis, advocacy, and implementation on key laws, regulations, and agency actions of material importance to the operations of Washington State hospitals. The Senior Director provides the substantive expertise and direction needed to develop the legal and policy structure in order to further our hospital members' ability to deliver quality, cost effective care. The Senior Director has responsibility for specific pieces of achieving the organization's public policy goals; influences state and federal elected bodies, elected officials and administrative agencies; and assists hospital members in following and taking advantage of new laws.

The Senior Director will play a leading role in policy matters relating to complex/difficult to discharge patients who no longer need hospitalization, and hospital fiscal policy matters, including insurance issues. This role will report to the SVP of Government Affairs and will work closely with WSHA's Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Chief Financial Officer, policy directors, and contract lobbyists.

Developing and leading the Government Affairs team's state budget review process on complex patient issues;

Convening and developing legislative and non-legislative work on insurance-related issues;

Facilitating or leading discussions with government affairs representatives, the governance-level Public Policy Committee (PPC), and Board members of hospitals on assigned policy and budget areas. This position also works with state agencies and other health care organizations.

Other policy issues to support the Government Affair's team in advancing the policy and advocacy efforts of the organization among lawmakers, members, and stakeholders.

Serve as lead staff on key health care issues with the state legislature and state agencies.

Engage WSHA members in public policy and advocacy.

Identify public policy opportunities or threats and create and develop proposed legislation in response.

Identify opportunities for WSHA to address public policy challenges with voluntary efforts and lead this work.

Encourage hospital member involvement in public policy, including preparing members to testify.

Develop WSHA response on proposed rules and agency guidelines.

Develop partnerships with other organizations that share WSHA interests and coordinate actions.

Direct work of WSHA decision support staff to identify and display relevant data and information.

Present information at legislative committees, regulatory hearings, and other governmental meetings, as well as to partner organizations.

Present and facilitate discussions with the WSHA Board and committees, especially regarding issues such as advocacy and fiscal matters.

Convene and chair WSHA sponsored work groups of hospital members, such as hospital pharmacists, financial counselors, hospital legal staff, hospital reimbursement staff, and others.

Represent WSHA at outside workgroups and committees.

Keep members informed on WSHA advocacy efforts through phone conferences, webinars, newsletters, bulletins, and other communication vehicles.

Assist members in following important state laws, and in implementing new laws.

Develop relationships with key agency staff, member staff, and partner organizations to identify and pursue hospital member interests.

Contribute to the development of WSHA strategic goals.

Participate as part of the policy development team -- sharing work, expertise, and resources.

Supports work of the SVP, Government Affairs as needed

This position contains no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Juris Doctor, Master of Health Administration, Master of Public Health, or Master of Public Policy degree and at least ten years of professional experience in health policy and advocacy with a health care related organization, association, governmental entity, or political organization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex law and regulations and communicate conclusions and recommendations in plain English to key audiences.

Ability to draft legal memos, policy documents, regulations, and legislation.

Familiarity with Washington State law and regulations.

Knowledge of state, federal, and local political processes.

Ability to build effective relationships and represent WSHA in a professional and confident manner

Deep knowledge of health care environment.

Strong project coordination/management and leadership skills.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Able to successfully communicate effectively and work with diverse populations.

Ability to conceptualize, analyze, and communicate complex health policy issues to internal and external stakeholders.

Strong, collaborative team player also able to successfully work independently.

Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects with competing priorities while meeting deadlines.

Comfortable giving and receiving feedback in a constructive manner to colleagues and supervisors.

Demonstrated leadership skills both within the government affairs team and with hospital leadership and government relations staff.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint required.  Proficiency with email required.

The physical demands and work environment described below represent the activities and surroundings of the positions.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work is typically performed in an office environment, with a moderate noise level.  The position requires working in an office environment with the usual office equipment, including copiers, fax machines, and computers.   The employee is frequently required to talk and hear on the telephone and in person with individuals and groups.  The incumbent may carry materials/equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. on occasion. The incumbent is required to read and respond to documents in hard copy and electronic form. The position requires frequent or occasional travel within Washington State to member facilities or Olympia, and infrequently overnight travel is required.

Position Summary:The Senior Director, Government Affairs leads public policy analysis, advocacy, and implementation on key laws, regulations, and agency actions of material importance to the operations of Washington State hospitals. The Senior Director provides the substantive expertise and direction needed to develop the legal and policy structure in order to further our hospital members&#x27; ability to deliver quality, cost effective care. The Senior Director has responsibility for specific pieces of achieving the organization&#x27;s public policy goals; influences state and federal elected bodies, elected officials and administrative agencies; and assists hospital members in following and taking advantage of new laws.The Senior Director will play a leading role in policy matters relating to complex/difficult to discharge patients who no longer need hospitalization, and hospital fiscal policy matters, including insurance issues. This role will report to the SVP of Government Affairs and will work closely with WSHA&#x27;s Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Chief Financial Officer, policy directors, and contract lobbyists.This will include:<ul><li>Developing and leading the Government Affairs team&#x27;s state budget review process on complex patient issues;</li><li>Convening and developing legislative and non-legislative work on insurance-related issues;</li><li>Facilitating or leading discussions with government affairs representatives, the governance-level Public Policy Committee (PPC), and Board members of hospitals on assigned policy and budget areas. This position also works with state agencies and other health care organizations.</li><li>Other policy issues to support the Government Affair&#x27;s team in advancing the policy and advocacy efforts of the organization among lawmakers, members, and stakeholders.</li></ul>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Serve as lead staff on key health care issues with the state legislature and state agencies.<ul><li>Engage WSHA members in public policy and advocacy.</li><li>Identify public policy opportunities or threats and create and develop proposed legislation in response.</li><li>Identify opportunities for WSHA to address public policy challenges with voluntary efforts and lead this work.</li><li>Encourage hospital member involvement in public policy, including preparing members to testify.</li><li>Coordinate with WSHA lobbyists.</li><li>Develop WSHA response on proposed rules and agency guidelines.</li><li>Develop partnerships with other organizations that share WSHA interests and coordinate actions.</li><li>Direct work of WSHA decision support staff to identify and display relevant data and information.</li><li>Present information at legislative committees, regulatory hearings, and other governmental meetings, as well as to partner organizations.</li><li>Present and facilitate discussions with the WSHA Board and committees, especially regarding issues such as advocacy and fiscal matters.</li><li>Convene and chair WSHA sponsored work groups of hospital members, such as hospital pharmacists, financial counselors, hospital legal staff, hospital reimbursement staff, and others.</li><li>Represent WSHA at outside workgroups and committees.</li><li>Keep members informed on WSHA advocacy efforts through phone conferences, webinars, newsletters, bulletins, and other communication vehicles.</li><li>Assist members in following important state laws, and in implementing new laws.</li><li>Develop relationships with key agency staff, member staff, and partner organizations to identify and pursue hospital member interests.</li><li>Contribute to the development of WSHA strategic goals.</li><li>Participate as part of the policy development team -- sharing work, expertise, and resources.</li><li>Supports work of the SVP, Government Affairs as needed</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Supervisory Responsibilities:This position contains no supervisory responsibilities.Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Education/Experience:Juris Doctor, Master of Health Administration, Master of Public Health, or Master of Public Policy degree and at least ten years of professional experience in health policy and advocacy with a health care related organization, association, governmental entity, or political organization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Skills &amp; Abilities:<ul><li>Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex law and regulations and communicate conclusions and recommendations in plain English to key audiences.</li><li>Ability to draft legal memos, policy documents, regulations, and legislation.</li><li>Familiarity with Washington State law and regulations.</li><li>Knowledge of state, federal, and local political processes.</li><li>Ability to build effective relationships and represent WSHA in a professional and confident manner</li><li>Deep knowledge of health care environment.</li><li>Strong project coordination/management and leadership skills.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal skills.</li><li>Able to successfully communicate effectively and work with diverse populations.</li><li>Ability to conceptualize, analyze, and communicate complex health policy issues to internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Strong, collaborative team player also able to successfully work independently.</li><li>Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects with competing priorities while meeting deadlines.</li><li>Thrives in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Comfortable giving and receiving feedback in a constructive manner to colleagues and supervisors.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership skills both within the government affairs team and with hospital leadership and government relations staff.</li><li>Prior management experience preferred.</li></ul>Computer Skills:Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint required.  Proficiency with email required.Physical Demands and Work Environment:The physical demands and work environment described below represent the activities and surroundings of the positions.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The work is typically performed in an office environment, with a moderate noise level.  The position requires working in an office environment with the usual office equipment, including copiers, fax machines, and computers.   The employee is frequently required to talk and hear on the telephone and in person with individuals and groups.  The incumbent may carry materials/equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. on occasion. The incumbent is required to read and respond to documents in hard copy and electronic form. The position requires frequent or occasional travel within Washington State to member facilities or Olympia, and infrequently overnight travel is required.

Senior Policy Director, Government Affairs

Porter Novelli is a global purpose communication consultancy with offices across the US and internationally in London, Mexico City, and Canada. Our mission is to work with clients to find their authentic ambition to make a positive impact on society. We craft a unique brand position and build the internal and external communication strategies that drive perception and the bottom line. We know that having a clear purpose is essential to building a customer base that will support and advocate on behalf of any organization in any situation. And we can prove that companies with recognized values and vision perform better, year over year. This is our value proposition and our heritage. It's what sets Porter Novelli apart.

The VP Healthcare will join a dynamic Healthcare & Pharmaceutical team, which is Porter Novelli's largest practice globally.  This particular position will lead large pharmaceutical communications programs with pre-approval, approval and post approval HCP and consumer outreach and strong understanding of data. Oncology experience would be ideal, but more necessary is a passion for the healthcare space.

As a VP on our team you will be provided with a clearly articulated and well-supported path for career growth. Growth may include working with our other leading pharma clients across a variety of therapeutic categories as well as more health policy.  The work is an interesting blend of product, corporate, advocacy and issues management.

Developing strong client relationships by providing strategic counsel, building and leading solid account teams, mentoring, motivating, growing and retaining employees and managing accounts to consistently achieve business objectives.

Demonstrating independence and autonomy with respect to their responsibilities and must exhibit a deep understanding of the clients, their industry, the account and the agency.

Participating in new business development, company-wide initiatives, and managing finances and resources profitably.

The Experience That Will Contribute To Your Success:

Complete comfort and facility understanding data, the regulatory process, the barriers to success

Well-developed knowledge of the healthcare marketplace and business practices

Current knowledge of the challenges facing the pharma industry in general

A passion for ideas and moving pharma clients forward into new avenues of thinking

Know-how to develop and execute integrated communications strategies and programs including digital and social

Leadership and management of relationships with multiple internal and external clients

Direct responsibility for organic account growth, and participated in pitching and securing new business

Relevant level of expertise in general business acumen, budget management, communications, leadership and mentoring skills

About 10 years public relations experience with relevant healthcare agency experience or equivalent

Preferred experience in science related health care public relations accounts including pharmaceutical and direct-to-consumer product marketing, advocacy, program development and execution, social marketing and media relations

The anticipated salary range for this position is $140,000 - $180,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Benefits at Porter Novelli include a range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and generous paid time off benefits are also available.  Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

As an Omnicom company, Porter Novelli offers a robust suite of benefits for our employees:

Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance

14 Paid Company Holidays (including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day)

Our ambition is simple – to become the most passionately recommended agency in the world. If you are a communications professional that shares our Social Purpose values of embracing imagination, collaborating fiercely, digging deeply, standing up for the right idea, liberating greatness and making a positive impact there's a home for you at Porter Novelli—

Porter Novelli is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment against any person on account of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other eligible veteran, age, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental handicap unrelated in nature and extent to an individual's ability to perform a job or any other characteristic protected by the employment discrimination laws in any state or political subdivision in which Porter Novelli does business.

Company Overview:Porter Novelli is a global purpose communication consultancy with offices across the US and internationally in London, Mexico City, and Canada. Our mission is to work with clients to find their authentic ambition to make a positive impact on society. We craft a unique brand position and build the internal and external communication strategies that drive perception and the bottom line. We know that having a clear purpose is essential to building a customer base that will support and advocate on behalf of any organization in any situation. And we can prove that companies with recognized values and vision perform better, year over year. This is our value proposition and our heritage. It&#x27;s what sets Porter Novelli apart.The Role:The VP Healthcare will join a dynamic Healthcare &amp; Pharmaceutical team, which is Porter Novelli&#x27;s largest practice globally.  This particular position will lead large pharmaceutical communications programs with pre-approval, approval and post approval HCP and consumer outreach and strong understanding of data. Oncology experience would be ideal, but more necessary is a passion for the healthcare space.As a VP on our team you will be provided with a clearly articulated and well-supported path for career growth. Growth may include working with our other leading pharma clients across a variety of therapeutic categories as well as more health policy.  The work is an interesting blend of product, corporate, advocacy and issues management.What You Will Be Doing:<ul><li>Developing strong client relationships by providing strategic counsel, building and leading solid account teams, mentoring, motivating, growing and retaining employees and managing accounts to consistently achieve business objectives.</li><li>Demonstrating independence and autonomy with respect to their responsibilities and must exhibit a deep understanding of the clients, their industry, the account and the agency.</li><li>Participating in new business development, company-wide initiatives, and managing finances and resources profitably.</li></ul>The Experience That Will Contribute To Your Success:<ul><li>Complete comfort and facility understanding data, the regulatory process, the barriers to success</li><li>Well-developed knowledge of the healthcare marketplace and business practices</li><li>Current knowledge of the challenges facing the pharma industry in general</li><li>A passion for ideas and moving pharma clients forward into new avenues of thinking</li><li>Know-how to develop and execute integrated communications strategies and programs including digital and social</li><li>Leadership and management of relationships with multiple internal and external clients</li><li>Direct responsibility for organic account growth, and participated in pitching and securing new business</li><li>Relevant level of expertise in general business acumen, budget management, communications, leadership and mentoring skills</li><li>About 10 years public relations experience with relevant healthcare agency experience or equivalent</li><li>Preferred experience in science related health care public relations accounts including pharmaceutical and direct-to-consumer product marketing, advocacy, program development and execution, social marketing and media relations</li></ul>The anticipated salary range for this position is $140,000 - $180,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Benefits at Porter Novelli include a range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and generous paid time off benefits are also available.  Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.As an Omnicom company, Porter Novelli offers a robust suite of benefits for our employees:<ul><li>Medical &amp; Prescription</li><li>Dental</li><li>Vision</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>401k (with discretionary employer match)</li><li>Employee Stock Purchase Plan</li><li>Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability &amp; Life Insurance</li><li>Vacation, Sick &amp; Personal Days</li><li>14 Paid Company Holidays (including the week between Christmas and New Year&#x27;s Day)</li><li>Parental Leave</li><li>Family Forming Benefits</li><li>Wellness Benefit</li><li>Hybrid Working Environment</li></ul>Our ambition is simple – to become the most passionately recommended agency in the world. If you are a communications professional that shares our Social Purpose values of embracing imagination, collaborating fiercely, digging deeply, standing up for the right idea, liberating greatness and making a positive impact there&#x27;s a home for you at Porter Novelli—Join Us.Porter Novelli is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment against any person on account of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other eligible veteran, age, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental handicap unrelated in nature and extent to an individual&#x27;s ability to perform a job or any other characteristic protected by the employment discrimination laws in any state or political subdivision in which Porter Novelli does business.

Vice President Health Public Relations

Omada Health is on a mission to inspire and engage people in lifelong health, one step at a time.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Vice President of Investor Relations to lead and manage our investor relations program. This role will be critical in communicating the company's strategy, growth prospects, and financial performance to investors and analysts.

Develop, implement, and manage a strategic investor relations plan

Build and maintain relationships with investors, analysts, and other key stakeholders

Communicate the company's financial results, strategic direction, and product developments to the investment community

Organize and participate in investor conferences, roadshows, and one-on-one meetings

Collaborate with the executive team to ensure alignment between company strategy and investor communication

Monitor and analyze industry trends, competitor actions, and market conditions

Prepare and review external communications, including press releases, investor presentations, and annual reports

Ensure compliance with relevant regulations related to investor communications and disclosures

Minimum of 10 years of experience in investor relations, finance, or a related field

Prior experience in the digital healthcare or healthcare industry strongly preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong financial acumen and understanding of financial statements and investor relations metrics

Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with investors and analysts

Ability to think strategically and execute methodically

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred

Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Self-starter with the ability to work independently

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Omada Health is on a mission to inspire and engage people in lifelong health, one step at a time.Job Overview:We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Vice President of Investor Relations to lead and manage our investor relations program. This role will be critical in communicating the company&#x27;s strategy, growth prospects, and financial performance to investors and analysts.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop, implement, and manage a strategic investor relations plan</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with investors, analysts, and other key stakeholders</li><li>Communicate the company&#x27;s financial results, strategic direction, and product developments to the investment community</li><li>Organize and participate in investor conferences, roadshows, and one-on-one meetings</li><li>Collaborate with the executive team to ensure alignment between company strategy and investor communication</li><li>Monitor and analyze industry trends, competitor actions, and market conditions</li><li>Prepare and review external communications, including press releases, investor presentations, and annual reports</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant regulations related to investor communications and disclosures</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Minimum of 10 years of experience in investor relations, finance, or a related field</li><li>Prior experience in the digital healthcare or healthcare industry strongly preferred</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Strong financial acumen and understanding of financial statements and investor relations metrics</li><li>Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with investors and analysts</li><li>Ability to think strategically and execute methodically</li><li>Bachelor&#x27;s degree in Finance, Business, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred</li></ul>Personal Characteristics:<ul><li>Integrity and high ethical standards</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills</li><li>Self-starter with the ability to work independently</li><li>Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>Competitive salary with generous annual cash bonus</li><li>Stock options</li><li>Remote first work from home culture</li><li>Flexible vacation to help you rest, recharge, and connect with loved ones</li><li>Generous parental leave</li><li>Health, dental, and vision insurance (and above market employer contributions)</li><li>401k retirement savings plan</li><li>Two giftable Omada enrollments per calendar year</li><li>Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)</li><li>Mental Health Support Solutions</li><li>...and more!</li></ul>It takes a village to change health care. As we build together toward our mission, we strive to embody the following values in our day-to-day work. We hope these hold meaning for you as well as you consider Omada!<ul><li>Start with Trust. We listen closely and we operate with kindness. We provide respectful and candid feedback to each other.</li><li>Seek Context. We ask to understand and we build connections. We do our research up front to move faster down the road.</li><li>Act Boldly. We innovate daily to solve problems, improve processes, and find new opportunities for our members and customers.</li><li>Deliver Results. We reward impact above output. We set a high bar, we&#x27;re not afraid to fail, and we take pride in our work.</li><li>Succeed Together. We prioritize Omada&#x27;s progress above team or individual. We have fun as we get stuff done, and we celebrate together.</li><li>Remember Why We&#x27;re Here. We push through the challenges of changing health care because we know the destination is worth it.</li></ul>About Omada Health: Omada is a virtual-first chronic care provider that nurtures lifelong health, one day at a time. Our care teams implement clinically-validated behavior change protocols for individuals with prediabetes, diabetes, hypertension, and musculoskeletal issues for consistent improvements that stack up. With more than a decade of experience and data, and 24 peer-reviewed publications that showcase our clinical and economic results, we improve health outcomes and help contain healthcare costs.Our scope exceeds 1,800 customers, including health plans, health systems, and employers ranging in size from small businesses to Fortune 500s. Omada is the first virtual provider to join the Institute for Healthcare Improvement&#x27;s Leadership Alliance, reflecting our aim to complement primary care providers for the benefit of our members, and affirming our guarantee to every partner: Omada works different.Omada is thrilled to share that we&#x27;ve been certified as a Great Place to Work! Please click here for more information.We carefully hire the best talent we can find, which means actively seeking diversity of beliefs, backgrounds, education, and ways of thinking. We strive to build an inclusive culture where differences are celebrated and leveraged to inform better design and business decisions. Omada is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.Below is a summary of salary ranges for this role in the following geographies:California, New York State and Washington State Base Compensation Ranges: $249,600 - $312,000*, Colorado Base Compensation Ranges: $224,640 - $280,800*. Other states may vary.This role is also eligible for participation in annual cash bonus and equity grants.*The actual offer, including the compensation package, is determined based on multiple factors, such as the candidate&#x27;s skills and experience, and other business considerations.

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