Government Relations Manager

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• At least 3-5 years of experience in public policy, government relations, legislative, or agency experience.  Demonstratable experience working with elected officials,  

• No professional certifications required 

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, health administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 

• Demonstrated experience working directly with policymakers, legislative staff, or government agencies.   

• Strong understanding of state and/or federal legislative and regulatory processes.   

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to translate complex policy issues into clear, accessible language.   

• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.   

• →Support the development and execution of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s state and federal policy and advocacy strategies.   

• →Track, analyze, and summarize proposed legislation, regulations, and budget initiatives.   

• →Draft and refine Children’s Government Relations documents and educational materials.  

• →Work with Children’s leadership, clinicians, and other internal stakeholders for legislative hearings, briefings, tours, and meetings with policymakers. 

• →Build and maintain strong, bipartisan relationships with legislators, legislative staff, agency officials, and relevant government entities at the state and federal levels.   

• →Serve as a representative of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in meetings with policymakers, coalitions, and external partners.   

• →Collaborate closely with the Director of Government Relations and broader Government Relations team to shape annual policy priorities and long-term advocacy strategies.   

• →Partner with Communications and other teams to develop advocacy materials, talking points, and digital content related to Children’s policy.   

• →Deliver presentations and briefings on policy issues to internal audiences and external partners. 

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.