• Job Description

  Req#: req3470

  VP – Political Affairs

  DC, Maryland, Virginia (Hybrid)

  The American Medical Association (AMA) is the nation's largest professional Association of physicians and a non-profit organization. We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for America's physicians, the patients they care for, and the promise of a healthier nation. To be part of the AMA is to be part of our Mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.

  We continuously work to embed equity in our internal practices and are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff across all levels of the organization. We intentionally work to create the right conditions to enable our employees to feel that they can be their authentic selves and fully participate in the life of the enterprise.

  We encourage and support professional development for our employees, and we are dedicated to social responsibility. We invite you to learn more about us and we look forward to getting to know you.

  We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in Washington D.C. for a VP – Political Affairs on our Political Affairs team. This is a hybrid position reporting into our DC Office, requiring 3 days a week in the office.

  As a VP – Political Affairs, you will lead AMA's political action, legislative grassroots, political education and PAC membership initiatives in support of AMA priority issues. Oversee the operation of the AMPAC Board of Directors, manage AMPAC fund and assure compliance with all federal election laws, rules and regulations.

  RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide management of AMPAC and its Board of Directors to ensure efficient operation in compliance with all federal election laws and regulations. This includes implementing AMPAC's membership marketing and processing activities, working with all state level PACs, and to propose and implement innovative programs to enhance political grassroots involvement.
  • Develop and implement state-of-the-art political and legislative grassroots programs on our priority advocacy issues to facilitate active participation and by physicians, federation and patients. Implement coordinated issue campaigns including research and message development, coordination within AMA and the Federation to maximize results, and implement new patient activism component to our campaigns.
  • Through AMPAC, develop, implement and provide campaign support to qualified candidates for House and Senate, consistent with AMA priority issues, through direct contributions, in-kind services, partisan communications, independent expenditures and issue advocacy. Provide quality political education training programs that enable medical community
  • Lead unit staff in achieving results, including hiring, developing, planning, motivating, evaluating and rewarding employees.

  May include other responsibilities as assigned

  REQUIREMENTS:

  Bachelor's Degree required 10+ General In health care organizations 5+ Specialized Experience On congressional campaigns, including campaign management, political fundraising and grassroots organizing Extensive background on Capitol Hill and knowledge of congressional procedures. Extensive knowledge and understanding of federal election laws and regulations. Strong presentation, negotiation, political, managerial, and leadership skills necessary. Strong interpersonal skills including ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels and to react quickly and appropriately in stressful situations

  The AMA offers competitive salaries, including an incentive plan and excellent benefits. Our office is a business casual environment, and we respect work-life balance. The American Medical Association is located near Union Station and the Capitol in Washington D.C.

  We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran or disability status.

  THE AMA IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF THE NATION

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