Organization: Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA)
Position: Director, State Government Affairs
Reports To: Vice President, State Government Affairs
Location: Remote
Are you a dynamic team player with state government affairs experience and the ability to inspire others?
Come join the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) , the national organization helping members navigate regulations and innovations to ensure efficient and reliable delivery of medicines and healthcare products. They are seeking a Director of State Government Affairs . This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to policy initiatives and make a positive impact on the healthcare distribution industry!
HDA offers:
Remote work environment with flexible hours
Generous compensation & benefits package
Generous 401(k) employer match
Voted one of the Best Places to Work in Virginia
As the Director of State Government Affairs, you will advocate for HDA member interests in your assigned states, which will be based on your home location. You will be responsible for strategy development, direct lobbying, member relations, general advocacy, research, analysis, and reporting on state legislative and regulatory activities in your assigned region. All initiatives and activities relate to association and member company interests and include additional duties as determined by the VP of State Government Affairs (e.g., liaison work with applicable stakeholder organizations, public affairs coordination). This position reports to the VP of State Government Affairs.
Qualified candidates offer:
Bachelor's degree; advanced degree preferred (e.g. MPA/MPP)
Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience with an extensive understanding of state legislative and regulatory processes
Experience with state government affairs via a multi-state lobbying role
Experience conducting individual research and analyzing/summarizing complex issues
Experience with pharmaceutical supply chain issues and/or an understanding of the healthcare industry preferred
Ability to travel up to 30%
How To Apply
If you believe you meet the requirements, please submit a resume, cover letter, and writing samples highlighting legislative engagement to the following job link (or copy/paste link to a new window):
https://recruitcrm.io/apply/17495755701010013318VYy
Salary Range: $130,160 - $150,000
Additional inquiries and questions can be emailed to Beth Cessna at jobs @cessnasearch.com .
HDA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
About the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA)
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA), located in Washington DC, is the national organization representing primary pharmaceutical distributors – the vital link between the nation’s pharmaceutical manufacturers and pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and others nationwide. HDA helps members navigate regulations and innovations to ensure efficient and reliable delivery of medicines and healthcare products. HDA reviews key priority issues and advocates on behalf of its pharmaceutical distributor members in areas like standards, public policies, and business processes.
HDA believes that diversity of background and perspective are strengths and seeks to continue to grow a diverse, highly committed, skilled, and collaborative staff. HDA encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. HDA has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Virginia for nine years.
About Cessna & Associates, LLC
Cessna & Associates, LLC is a boutique HR consultancy partnering with mission-driven nonprofit organizations. Our goal is to identify the best potential candidates that the market has to offer.
Jun 17, 2025
Full time
Organization: Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA)
Position: Director, State Government Affairs
Reports To: Vice President, State Government Affairs
Location: Remote
Are you a dynamic team player with state government affairs experience and the ability to inspire others?
Come join the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) , the national organization helping members navigate regulations and innovations to ensure efficient and reliable delivery of medicines and healthcare products. They are seeking a Director of State Government Affairs . This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to policy initiatives and make a positive impact on the healthcare distribution industry!
HDA offers:
Remote work environment with flexible hours
Generous compensation & benefits package
Generous 401(k) employer match
Voted one of the Best Places to Work in Virginia
As the Director of State Government Affairs, you will advocate for HDA member interests in your assigned states, which will be based on your home location. You will be responsible for strategy development, direct lobbying, member relations, general advocacy, research, analysis, and reporting on state legislative and regulatory activities in your assigned region. All initiatives and activities relate to association and member company interests and include additional duties as determined by the VP of State Government Affairs (e.g., liaison work with applicable stakeholder organizations, public affairs coordination). This position reports to the VP of State Government Affairs.
Qualified candidates offer:
Bachelor's degree; advanced degree preferred (e.g. MPA/MPP)
Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience with an extensive understanding of state legislative and regulatory processes
Experience with state government affairs via a multi-state lobbying role
Experience conducting individual research and analyzing/summarizing complex issues
Experience with pharmaceutical supply chain issues and/or an understanding of the healthcare industry preferred
Ability to travel up to 30%
How To Apply
If you believe you meet the requirements, please submit a resume, cover letter, and writing samples highlighting legislative engagement to the following job link (or copy/paste link to a new window):
https://recruitcrm.io/apply/17495755701010013318VYy
Salary Range: $130,160 - $150,000
Additional inquiries and questions can be emailed to Beth Cessna at jobs @cessnasearch.com .
HDA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
About the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA)
The Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA), located in Washington DC, is the national organization representing primary pharmaceutical distributors – the vital link between the nation’s pharmaceutical manufacturers and pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and others nationwide. HDA helps members navigate regulations and innovations to ensure efficient and reliable delivery of medicines and healthcare products. HDA reviews key priority issues and advocates on behalf of its pharmaceutical distributor members in areas like standards, public policies, and business processes.
HDA believes that diversity of background and perspective are strengths and seeks to continue to grow a diverse, highly committed, skilled, and collaborative staff. HDA encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. HDA has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Virginia for nine years.
About Cessna & Associates, LLC
Cessna & Associates, LLC is a boutique HR consultancy partnering with mission-driven nonprofit organizations. Our goal is to identify the best potential candidates that the market has to offer.
The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce
Kansas City Metropolitan Area
Overview: This role represents the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce (the Chamber) and the Civic Council of Greater Kansas City (Civic Council) to plan and execute strategies to advance the inclusive growth and development priorities for the regional business community and both agencies in the State of Kansas.
Responsibilities:
(35%) *Advise Chamber and Civic Council leadership and staff about relevant legislation, policy proposals, and actions.
Work with key agency leaders to analyze potential impacts on the Kansas City Business Community
Execute educational campaigns to keep policy makers informed on key strategic issues and policy measures that impact the regional business community (i.e. Medicaid Expansion, early childhood education)
Develop supporters and political alliances within the state and community to proactively advocate on behalf of policy priorities and positions
Organize and collaborate with partners to advocate for specific legislation, including political organizing
Attend legislative hearings, develop, and deliver oral and written testimony on legislation
Plan and implement events and other activities to support the Chamber and Civic Council state policy goals. This includes, but is not limited to, legislative briefings, roundtables, town halls, news conferences, and meetings.
Provide leadership on state ballot initiative campaigns and long-term strategic legislative issue campaigns to advance Chamber and Civic Council priorities
(35%) * Develop and execute advocacy and lobbying strategies for the Chamber and Civic Council
Craft the state’s policy agenda according to input from Chamber and Civic Council members
Strengthen relationships with Chamber and Civic Council members, elected officials, and government agencies and increase their understanding of and support for joint policy priorities
Work closely with Chamber and Civic Council committees and regional policy coalitions to achieve policy goals
(20%) * Identify priority legislative policy challenges and opportunities for the development of the KC business community
Track, research, analyze, and advise the Chamber and Civic Council on legislation and regulatory proposals.
Advise on a wide range of materials in support of the Chamber and Civic Council’s government relations agenda such as talking points, legislative summaries, factsheets, testimony, reports, and letters.
Work with Agency Policy leaders and Chamber Marketing team to develop relevant public relations materials and social media.
Send weekly legislative updates to Chamber and Civic Council members during the legislative session
(10%) Work with Chamber and Civic Council leadership to manage activities of the KC BizPAC
Develop and execute plans to grow PAC contributions and advance efficacy in legislative affairs
Facilitate PAC events, meetings, ad interviews for State elections
Track legislator votes for PAC Disbursement Committee
Compile and file reports as needed
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions
Jun 05, 2022
Full time
Overview: This role represents the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce (the Chamber) and the Civic Council of Greater Kansas City (Civic Council) to plan and execute strategies to advance the inclusive growth and development priorities for the regional business community and both agencies in the State of Kansas.
Responsibilities:
(35%) *Advise Chamber and Civic Council leadership and staff about relevant legislation, policy proposals, and actions.
Work with key agency leaders to analyze potential impacts on the Kansas City Business Community
Execute educational campaigns to keep policy makers informed on key strategic issues and policy measures that impact the regional business community (i.e. Medicaid Expansion, early childhood education)
Develop supporters and political alliances within the state and community to proactively advocate on behalf of policy priorities and positions
Organize and collaborate with partners to advocate for specific legislation, including political organizing
Attend legislative hearings, develop, and deliver oral and written testimony on legislation
Plan and implement events and other activities to support the Chamber and Civic Council state policy goals. This includes, but is not limited to, legislative briefings, roundtables, town halls, news conferences, and meetings.
Provide leadership on state ballot initiative campaigns and long-term strategic legislative issue campaigns to advance Chamber and Civic Council priorities
(35%) * Develop and execute advocacy and lobbying strategies for the Chamber and Civic Council
Craft the state’s policy agenda according to input from Chamber and Civic Council members
Strengthen relationships with Chamber and Civic Council members, elected officials, and government agencies and increase their understanding of and support for joint policy priorities
Work closely with Chamber and Civic Council committees and regional policy coalitions to achieve policy goals
(20%) * Identify priority legislative policy challenges and opportunities for the development of the KC business community
Track, research, analyze, and advise the Chamber and Civic Council on legislation and regulatory proposals.
Advise on a wide range of materials in support of the Chamber and Civic Council’s government relations agenda such as talking points, legislative summaries, factsheets, testimony, reports, and letters.
Work with Agency Policy leaders and Chamber Marketing team to develop relevant public relations materials and social media.
Send weekly legislative updates to Chamber and Civic Council members during the legislative session
(10%) Work with Chamber and Civic Council leadership to manage activities of the KC BizPAC
Develop and execute plans to grow PAC contributions and advance efficacy in legislative affairs
Facilitate PAC events, meetings, ad interviews for State elections
Track legislator votes for PAC Disbursement Committee
Compile and file reports as needed
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions
Position Summary
The position is responsible for enhancing the advocacy efforts of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) by creating champions from targeted members of Congress through direct political engagement within their applicable districts. The position is also responsible for assisting and motivating member company facilities representatives to execute robust engagement in field-based political and grassroots activities.
The position reports directly to the Senior Director, Political Mobilization.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Mobilizes political assets in targeted districts to engage in Congressional plant tours, district meetings, political fundraisers, etc., on a sustained basis.
Assists in the creation, marketing and implementation of grassroots and social media strategy and components.
Identifies potential tools to enhance overall online grassroots and social media efforts and investigates opportunities to expand online service to outside audience.
Develops written communications (e.g. activity reports, Action Alerts, presentations, training materials, web content, etc.) to inform relevant internal and/or external audiences of priority issues as well as program actions and results.
Maintains current grassroots database and produces information from system, as needed.
Develops and maintains strong working relationships with relevant ACC staff, member company representatives, and various third-party consultants/vendors.
Coordinates with appropriate State and Federal Affairs staff, including planning grassroots meetings, preparing appropriate leave-behind materials, and attending meetings/conferences, as needed.
Serves as department liaison to other divisions of the organization.
Identifies, compiles, and distributes relevant reports, as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
Required
Bachelor’s degree.
Three years relevant campaign, political experience or digital media experience.
Familiarity with and interest in public policy process and grassroots strategies, tools, and tactics.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues, projects, tasks and information/requests.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing legislative and political environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working with internet applications, including website management.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel, as needed, within the United States.
Preferred
Federal or state candidate campaign or district office work experience.
Corporate or trade association experience.
Significant digital media engagement.
Apply Here PI169777740
Mar 16, 2022
Full time
Position Summary
The position is responsible for enhancing the advocacy efforts of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) by creating champions from targeted members of Congress through direct political engagement within their applicable districts. The position is also responsible for assisting and motivating member company facilities representatives to execute robust engagement in field-based political and grassroots activities.
The position reports directly to the Senior Director, Political Mobilization.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Mobilizes political assets in targeted districts to engage in Congressional plant tours, district meetings, political fundraisers, etc., on a sustained basis.
Assists in the creation, marketing and implementation of grassroots and social media strategy and components.
Identifies potential tools to enhance overall online grassroots and social media efforts and investigates opportunities to expand online service to outside audience.
Develops written communications (e.g. activity reports, Action Alerts, presentations, training materials, web content, etc.) to inform relevant internal and/or external audiences of priority issues as well as program actions and results.
Maintains current grassroots database and produces information from system, as needed.
Develops and maintains strong working relationships with relevant ACC staff, member company representatives, and various third-party consultants/vendors.
Coordinates with appropriate State and Federal Affairs staff, including planning grassroots meetings, preparing appropriate leave-behind materials, and attending meetings/conferences, as needed.
Serves as department liaison to other divisions of the organization.
Identifies, compiles, and distributes relevant reports, as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
Required
Bachelor’s degree.
Three years relevant campaign, political experience or digital media experience.
Familiarity with and interest in public policy process and grassroots strategies, tools, and tactics.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues, projects, tasks and information/requests.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing legislative and political environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working with internet applications, including website management.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel, as needed, within the United States.
Preferred
Federal or state candidate campaign or district office work experience.
Corporate or trade association experience.
Significant digital media engagement.
Apply Here PI169777740
