Reports to: Vice President for Legislative Affairs

Position Summary:

The Junior Lobbyist will assist with AEH’s advocacy efforts by establishing and maintaining relationships with congressional staff, organizing grassroots and stakeholder initiatives, and engaging member hospitals in federal advocacy efforts.

Benefits of Working at America's Essential Hospitals:

The Junior Lobbyist enjoys a 4-day per week remote schedule, coming to the office on Tuesdays and as needed for internal and external meetings, events, or projects.

America’s Essential Hospitals offers an inclusive, team-oriented work environment with flexible work schedules, competitive pay, annual bonus plans, generous benefit package, and most importantly - an opportunity to make an impact. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior-level government affairs professional who is interested in sharpening their skills in support of a mission-driven organization focused on driving healthcare access and equity.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JUNIOR LOBBYIST:

• Below is a summary, not an inclusive list of all responsibilities

• Lead development for AEH’s legislative materials
• Conduct legislative outreach and communicating AEH’s advocacy messages and policy positions with members of Congress and legislative staff
• Assume a leading role in AEH work with member hospitals, consultants, and other stakeholders
• Assist in planning and executing legislative events and Hill briefings for congressional staff, including materials preparation
• Develop advocacy materials such as message cards, talking points and briefing packets for AEH staff and members
• Educate association members on legislative and policy issues and effective advocacy efforts through teleconferences, webinars and in-person meetings
• Represent association Political Action Committee at political events for members of Congress
• Create grassroots advocacy engagement opportunities
• Represent AEH at coalition meetings with other national associations and attending hearings and other meetings as necessary
• Work with other AEH departments to coordinate advocacy activities, including education and conference planning, membership, and research