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COORDINATOR, GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Endocrinologists are at the core of solving the most pressing health problems of our time, from diabetes and obesity to infertility, bone health, and hormone-related cancers. The Endocrine Society is the world’s oldest and largest organization of scientists devoted to hormone research and physicians who care for people with hormone-related conditions. Our inclusive community is made up of scientists, physicians, educators, nurses, and students in 122 countries.

Under the guidance of the Chief Policy Officer, the Specialist will play a supportive role in the development and implementation of the Society’s legislative, regulatory, and advocacy agenda. The specialist will be the contact person for grassroots advocacy and coordinate and implement our online campaigns and other grassroots activities.

What you’ll bring to the job:

+ Bachelor’s degree required. A degree in public affairs, political science or related field is preferred. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

+ Work experience in a similar capacity is required; experience in a health-related field or medical association and/or congressional office preferred.

+ Proficiency in MS Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.); database management skills preferred.

+ Must have solid oral and written communication skills

+ Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment; should have a positive attitude and work well in a team-oriented environment.

+ Reliable self-starter with strong initiative and follow through.

Our Values: We believe in and empower our staff. We know that with our investment in their growth, they have an even greater potential to contribute to our organization. Our core values embody the character and culture of our staff – they guide our decision making, interactions and how we serve our members. As an organization, we are committed to: demonstrating responsible stewardship, treating one another with trust and mutual respect, supporting work life balance, sustaining an inclusive environment, and fostering an environment that encompasses communication, service, collaboration, results & innovation.

What you’ll own:

+ Collaborate with GPA staff to advance health and science policy work and track accomplishments

+ Manage and update roster of advocates and leaders as well as target lists of members of Congress;

+ Implement our grassroots campaigns, alongside of the Chief Policy Officer and collaborate with the Communications and Media Relations to determine best practices for increased engagement on campaigns, social media posts, and other actionable materials sent to members

+ Assist with the staffing and logistics for committee meetings, cross departmental efforts/collaborations, and other advocacy-related efforts. Draft advocacy campaigns, reports, alerts, and pieces to include in eNews, Advocacy in Action, and other updates and presentations.

+ Complete quarterly and yearly lobbying disclosures, code vendor invoices and member reimbursements

+ Collaborate with Communication and Media Relations team to ensure accurate and timely posting of all GPA related materials to Endocrine.org., on social media, and in electronic newsletters

+ Provide support for advocacy-related programs and monitor relevant legislation and regulation

+ Assist with the development and execution of Hill days; identify target districts and recruit Society members to participate, draft written materials such as talking points and follow up emails; accompany Society members to Hill meetings when appropriate

+ Organize Congressional Briefings, including identifying speakers, preparing presentations and background materials, working with panel, and conducting follow-up to congressional offices

+ Disseminate Society policy letters, position statements, etc. to our Congressional contacts and respond to inquiries from Congressional staff regarding these materials

What you’ll do well :

Accountability

Ability to be relied upon to ensure that projects within areas of responsibility are completed in a timely manner. Ability to monitor programs and/or activities and take corrective action when necessary.

Teamwork

Works cooperatively with others to achieve common goals. Ability to effectively work and complete assignments in group settings by listening and responding appropriately to other team members, offering support, conferring with team members about their concerns, expressing disagreement constructively and works towards solutions that all team members can support.

Initiative

Identifying and dealing with issues proactively and persistently; seizing opportunities that arise. Identifies what needs to be done and takes action before being asked or required. Does more than what is normally required in a situation. Seeks out others involved in a situation to learn their perspectives. Takes independent action to change the direction of events

Written Communication

Ability to effectively communicate ideas, thoughts and facts in writing. Demonstrates ability in using correct grammar, punctuation, spelling and sentence structure. Organizes written ideas clearly. Tailors written communication to effectively reach audience. Expresses ideas clearly and concisely in writing.

Thoroughness

Ensuring that one's own and other's work and information are complete and accurate; carefully preparing for meetings and presentations; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled. Sets up procedures to ensure high quality of work; monitors the quality of work by setting up procedures; acts to verify information; checks the accuracy of own and others' work; develops and uses systems to organize and keep track of information or work progress; prepares for meetings and presentations; organizes information or materials for others; reviews and checks the accuracy of information in work reports.

What you’ll get out of it:

+ Working with a staff that has passion for our mission, believes in one another and has fun.

+ The chance to work in an environment that empowers staff to take informed risks and create new programs and services.

+ A chance to make a contribution in a fun job with room to make it your own.

+ A strong and competitive salary and benefits package that focuses on your well-being and financial health.

Inclusion and Belonging Statement

The Endocrine Society embraces and celebrates the strength that unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences bring to our organization. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, and termination. The Endocrine Society is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to our People Operations team.

Work Location:

This position is located in Washington, DC and walking distance to Metro and major bus lines. The Endocrine Society offers a flexible, hybrid work environment. Employees are expected to work from the office at least 2 days per week to foster our collaborative culture and support cross-functional interaction.

Endocrine Society offers a convenient downtown DC location within walking distance of Farragut North/Farragut West and Foggy Bottom Metro stations. Qualified candidates interested in a purposeful work environment, competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including a generous TIAA- CREF retirement plan with 10% employer contribution, submit resume and cover letter with salary requirements.