Government Relations Manager

Who We Are:

The Association of American Medical Colleges is a not-for-profit association dedicated to transforming health care by supporting the entire spectrum of medical education, medical research, and patient care conducted by our member institutions. We are dedicated to the communities we serve and steadfast in our goal to improve the health of all.

At the AAMC, we are committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to promote well-being, professional development,and work-life balance.

• Hybrid Work – Primarily remote roles with theabilityto work across the U.S.

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage;wellness programs;and fitness reimbursement

• Generous Time Away – Paid time off, holidays, personaldays,sickleave,paid parental leaveand short‑and long‑term disability benefits.

• Retirement & Financial Well-Being – 403(b) retirement plan with generous employer contributions and financial planning resources

• Family & Care Support – Backup care for children, elders, and pets, plus resources for families with specialized needs

• Learning &
  
  Purpose:
  
  Tuition reimbursement, professional learning and developmentopportunitiesand the chance to advance a meaningful mission.

Additional information can be found on our website.

The Government Relations Manager serves as a recognized subject-matter expert within Government Relations, independently advancing AAMC’s federal advocacy priorities related to the federal budget/appropriations, medical research, public health, Veterans Affairs, and higher education. The role leads legislative analysis, advocacy strategy implementation, and major coalition initiatives within the portfolio; represents AAMC before Congress, federal agencies, and national coalitions; and serves as the primary lead for significant advocacy partnerships and policy initiatives.

The position exercises significant judgment in complex, evolving policy environments, provides strategic recommendations to senior leadership, and leads cross-functional efforts that advance organizational priorities.

Lead Federal Advocacy Strategy Implementation, Coalition Engagement, and Legislative Analysis:

• Lead advocacy planning and implementation efforts for assigned policy priorities and legislative initiatives.

• Serve as subject matter expert for designated legislative and regulatory issue areas.

• Develop strategic recommendations for leadership regarding emerging legislative opportunities, risks, and stakeholder engagement approaches.

• Build relationships with, and educate Congress, Federal Executive Branch, AAMC constituents, and advocacy partners on AAMC policy priorities.

• Help position AAMC as a respected resource regarding academic medicine issues by:

• Developing advocacy materials and implementing advocacy messaging and strategy;

• Leading Congressional advocacy meetings and educating Members of Congress and their staff;

• Developing and maintaining professional relationships with congressional staff and advocacy partners;

• Organizing Congressional briefings on AAMC priorities;

• Increasing Congressional support for AAMC-supported legislation;

• Staffing and leading the Friends of VA Medical Care and Health Research Coalition and related higher education coalitions;

• Representing the AAMC and related policy priorities at Congressional hearings, briefings, and stakeholder meetings with fellow health care organizations;

• Leading and facilitating working groups for government relations representatives on key issues as advocacy needs emerge;

• Coordinating cross-functional advocacy efforts involving policy, communications, research, and constituent engagement teams throughout the organization; and

• Informing AAMC…