Vice President of Public Policy

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Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Concord, New Hampshire, USA
Full-time

Planned Parenthood of Northern New England (PPNNE) is currently seeking an individual well versed in the policy and legislative arena to serve as Vice President of Public Policy, New Hampshire.  This full-time senior management position leads the public policy, advocacy, communications, and electoral activities for PPNNE and its affiliated entities in New Hampshire.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: developing a strategic public affairs agenda aligned with PPNNE’s values; managing the annual work plan for NH’s Public Affairs department; identifying and designing policy, regulatory and legal strategies for issues impacting PPNNE’s health care and education services; overseeing the expansion and utilization of the activist and supporter leadership network; directing the work of the PP New Hampshire Action Fund (PPNHAF) and state PAC; serving as a senior spokesperson and media liaison for PPNNE , PPNHAF and PAC; and developing positive partnerships with outside constituencies including health care industry leaders.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline, with advanced degree preferred
Skills/Experience: 
  • Qualified candidates will have ten or more years’ relevant public policy experience in a non-profit/issue advocacy setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired; excellent writing and communication skills; knowledge of the legislative process and experience working with elected officials and state administrative agencies; demonstrated ability to develop and manage issue and electoral campaigns involving advocacy, communications and grassroots components; excellent communication skills, media relations and the ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of individuals and constituencies in and outside of PPNNE.
How to Apply: 

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Job Function: 
Research & Public Policy Analysis

Organization Info

Planned Parenthood Federation of America

Overview
Headquarters: 
New York, NY, United States
Website: 
plannedparenthood.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1995
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Healthcare / Public Health
Programs: 
  • Increase access to health care
  • Renew leadership
  • Engage communities & reduce disparities
  • Build political will
Why Work For Us?: 

Planned Parenthood believes in the fundamental right of each individual, throughout the world, to manage his or her fertility, regardless of the individual's income, marital status, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or residence. We believe that respect and value for diversity in all aspects of our organization are essential to our well-being. We believe that reproductive self-determination must be voluntary and preserve the individual's right to privacy. We further believe that such self-determination will contribute to an enhancement of the quality of life, strong family relationships, and population stability.

Based on these beliefs, and reflecting the diverse communities within which we operate, the mission of Planned Parenthood is:

  • To provide comprehensive reproductive and complementary health care services in settings which preserve and protect the essential privacy and rights of each individual;
  • To advocate public policies which guarantee these rights and ensure access to such services;
  • To provide educational programs which enhance understanding of individual and societal implications of human sexuality;
  • To promote research and the advancement of technology in reproductive health care and encourage understanding of their inherent bioethical, behavioral, and social implications.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Feb 12 2018
Active Until: 
Mar 12 2018
Hiring Organization: 
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
industry: 
Nonprofit