Director, Federal Affairs

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first
 Humana is seeking a Director of Government Federal Affairs to join our growing government Federal affairs department, part of Humana’s broader Government Affairs Department. This individual will develop and execute proactive advocacy strategies aligned around Humana’s key healthcare and business goals and will report to the VP of Federal Affairs.

Location: Washington, DC – hybrid in office

The role of Director, Federal Government Affairs involves direct engagement with Senate, House, and/or Administration officials and staff on a variety of issue areas central to Humana. Ideal candidates will have proven ability in communicating and advocating complex issues, including demonstrated successful experience working closely with policymakers, policymaker staff, and stakeholders on shared public policy objectives. Candidates should have a minimum of eight or more years of professional experience in Senate, House, Administration, government affairs, campaign, health policy and/or advocacy roles. Positions within committee, leadership offices, or other senior government roles within the executive branch are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advance a proactive advocacy plan in support of Humana’s policy and business objectives, including working to advance legislation, regulatory changes, and general environmental support favorable to the organization’s business units.   

• Develop and maintain key relationships, including serving as Humana’s direct point of contact with members of Congress, staff members and/or Administration officials. 

• Work with the broader department on closely with the VP, Federal Affairs, advocacy team, and the policy team, on ongoing engagement of key legislative activity, including bill analysis and tracking; attending hearings, briefings and mark ups; and general legislative monitoring. 

• Collaborate with senior Corporate Affairs leaders, including other directors and policy leads, to provide guidance and counsel internally regarding federal public policy issues that may impact the organization, including anticipating and preparing for trends in health and business policy, with specific focus across Humana’s lines of business.

• Work closely with the VP, Federal Affairs to provide ongoing direction and partnership with contract lobbyists and strategic advisors as it relates to priority areas of work and advocacy approaches.  

• Responsible for creating and maintaining a variety of written materials to help advance advocacy goals, including district and policy one-pagers; talking points; internal memos; and background materials. 

• In partnership with other senior leaders in the Corporate Affairs department, represent Humana’s viewpoint in various trade groups. Build and maintain strong and collaborative relationships within the health plan, overall healthcare sector, and business communities.

• Work closely with the VP, Federal Affairs PAC manager, and other senior Corporate Affairs leaders on various PAC activities, including PAC contribution recommendations and disbursement strategies; internal PAC fundraising; and drafting of PAC communication materials. 

• Work closely with various internal business units, including providing regular updates and briefings; staffing of senior leaders during engagements to Washington, D.C., and numerous other efforts to enhance the connection between the organization to federal policymakers and other key stakeholders.  

Use your skills to make an impact
 

Role Essentials

• Bachelors degree in relevant degree area, such as public policy, communications, health policy, political science, business or other field.  

• Minimum of 8 or more years of professional experience in Senate, House, Administration, government affairs, campaign, health policy and/or advocacy roles

• Proven ability to create and implement advocacy campaigns directly relevant to the federal government, including clear record of achieving short and long term milestones as it relates to advancing policy, political and/or advocacy goals. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, and organizational skills, including an ability to write well under deadlines pressures. 

• Keen understanding of how the legislative and regulatory process, along with the general federal environment, impacts business organizations. 

• Experience building and maintaining relationships.

Role Desirables

• Masters degree

• Strong preference of 10 or more years of professional experience in Senate, House, Administration, government affairs, campaign, health policy and/or advocacy roles

• Positions within committee, leadership offices, or other senior government roles within the executive branch are highly preferred. 

• Knowledge of health insurance and/or health care issues

Additional Information

Humana is an organization with careers that change lives—including yours. As an innovator in the fast-paced industry of healthcare, we offer our associates careers that challenge, support and inspire them to use their passion for helping others and to lead their best lives. If you’re ready to help people achieve lifelong well-being, and be a part of an organization that is growing and poised to make an impact on the future of healthcare, Humana has the right opportunity for you.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$184,800 - $254,100 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About Us
 Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

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