Legislative Advocate
National Nurses United (NNU), the nation's largest nurses' union and professional association, seeks an experienced Legislative Advocate. NNU leads the Registered Nurse movement to transform the market-driven healthcare industry in the United States into a health care system driven by patient needs. NNU has negotiated the best Registered Nurse collective bargaining contracts in the nation and provided critical leadership in the decision to endorse a single-payer healthcare system based on "updating and expanding Medicare benefits" for all Americans.
General Description
Under the general guidance of the Political Director, working from our Silver Spring office, the Legislative Advocate's primary focus will be to advance our organization's objectives through the union's legislative program. This includes but is not limited to execution and evaluation of NNU's legislative program, organizing membership involvement, and specifically promoting our agenda through the governmental and regulatory processes with testimony, and lobbying. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for the right person to make a real difference for healthcare justice.
Essential Requirements
Demonstrated ability to independently execute federal legislative campaign
Highly evolved communications skills
Ability to build relationships with potential allies
Preferred Experience
Bachelor of Arts
5+ years of professional experience in the field of legislative and union advocacy
2+ years of professional experience working in the labor movement
2+ years lobbying experience
Demonstrated written and analytical skills
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of governmental relations and related issues
Experience in a public role as a social advocate
Demonstrated familiarity with healthcare issues
Salary and Benefits: Excellent salary depending on experience, and outstanding benefits offered, including comprehensive family health & dental plan, domestic partner coverage, and generous pension.
Please apply by submitting application, resume and cover letter here http://www.nationalnursesunited.org/pages/legislative-advocate. (PCRecruiter login required)
For additional information, please contact us at recruiter@nationalnursesunited.org